Canadian political shakeup marks new era in federal and Quebec leadership
The period ends Borden era in Canada as Arthur Meighen becomes prime minister leading the National Liberal and Conservative Party coalition. N W Rowell and Martin Burrell retire from government. In Quebec, Lomer Gouin resigns after fifteen years and is succeeded by Taschereau, signaling shifts in provincial politics.
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Canada
Sir Robert Borden
Arthur Medghen
West of the Great Lakes
National Liberal
Conservative
Robert Beaden
N. W. Rowell
Martin Burrell
Sir Lomer Gouin
Quebec
Sir Lomer
Taschereau
Manitoba Proportional Representation Election Outcome
Manitoba voters chose four major groups in the new legislature Liberal Farmer Conservative and Labor with no clear majority. Norris Government leads with Labor as likely opposition. Farmers and Independents provide support. Winnipeg used Proportional Representation for ten seats from 41 candidates with 48 000 ballots cast, seen as a success and likely to spread nationwide.
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Canada
Manitoba
Prairie Provinces
Ontario
Liberal
Farmer
Conservative
Labor
Norris
Farmers
Winnipeg
New Brunswick Referendum and US League of Nations Debate
The article notes New Brunswick voters choosing between prohibition and a bone-dry order, rejecting wine and liquor sales. It also surveys US party platforms on the Peace Treaty and League of Nations, with Republicans criticizing Wilson's conference acts and Democrats supporting the League as essential for world peace. Canadians watch the international issue with interest.
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New Brunswick
Canada
United States
Repubblican
League of Nations
Wilson
Saskatchewan Leads Canada in Horse Population
The Buffalo Express notes Saskatchewan holds the highest provincial horse population with a total of 1 078 000, challenging the common image of the region as cold weather and wheat dominated.
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Saskatchewan
Oldest living thing: vast cypress at Tule churchyard
A massive cypress near Santa Maria del Tule in southern Mexico is regarded by scientists as the world's oldest living thing at 5,000 to 6,000 years. The tree’s age is inferred from its massive trunk and slow growth, with historical ties to ancient Egypt noted. Humboldt tagged the tree over a century ago, leaving his autograph on a wooden tablet still legible.
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Santa Maria del Tule
Mexico
Menes
Egypt
Christ
Humboldt
Constipated Children Find Relief With Baby's Own Tablets
Mrs. Thomas A. Boutot of Lake Baker N.B. says Baby's Own Tablets helped a constipated baby. The mild laxative promises safe relief and is sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Thomas A. Boutot
Lake Baker, N.B
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Population growth and Earth’s carrying capacity
The text warns that global population cannot grow indefinitely at current rates. It estimates the Earth’s maximum support capacity could be reached in about 170 years, with France uniquely capable of doubling its population in 433 years. It projects a twenty fivefold population increase in 2000 years if trends continue.
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France
Beddingfield Dead Ties Alberta Ranch to Prince of Wales
A cable to Geo. Lane of the Bar U Ranch reports the death of F. Beddingfield in England. Beddingfield had connections to the Alberta ranch formerly associated with the Prince of Wales.
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Frank Beddingfield
Prince of Wales
Alberta
England
Geo. Lane
Bar U Ranch
Liverpool Dockmaster and the Dawn of Modern Lighthouses
A London scientist wagered reading a newspaper at 30 feet using a concave lens built from a sloped array of glass in a farthing dip. A Liverpool dockmaster witnessed the test and adapted the principle to lighthouse design, enabling a reflected light with vast range and enhanced life-saving power.
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London
Liverpool
Catarrhozone promised to cure catarrh and sickness
Advert describes Catarrhozone as a superior remedy for catarrh attacking the nose and throat. It claims the medicine travels through the body, kills germs, heals soreness, and dissolves inflammation. Sizes priced 25c 50c and $1.00 offering two months’ treatment.
Pulp Mill Planned for Port Arthur by Toronto Company
Port Arthur will host major paper industry plans as Provincial Paper Mills Limited of Toronto has been incorporated. The project estimates a $1,500,000 investment on 140 acres, with a 40 ton per day mill planned after a $500,000 expansion. Previous sulphite output of about $2,000,000 has been sold mainly in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
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Port Arthur
Provincial Paper Mills, Limited
Toronto
United States
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Worm Exterminator Promises Child Health Protection
An advertisement urges mothers to use Mother Grave's worm exterminator to guard children against intestinal worms, convulsions, and potential death, claiming the remedy shields youngsters from distressing afflictions.
Indian Cree saddle trophies join Regina museum collection
William Leach of Moose Jaw has lodged two top Cree art trophies with the provincial museum at Regina. The saddle cloth and a Cree squaw’s saddle, negotiated over two years, were exhibited in San Francisco and are expected to appear at the provincial summer fair.
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Piapot
Regina
William Leach
Moose Jaw
C.P.R. Steel
Leach
San Francisco
Be a Self Starter Embrace Your Creative Power Today
Motivational note urging initiative and personal drive. Encourages action without waiting for directions. Emphasizes human creativity over routine labor and the value of proactive effort. Ends with a strong, empowering call to start now.
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N.Y.C. Lines Magazine
Millers Worm Powders Promise Harmless Worm Cure
Advertises Mill er worm powders as pleasant tasting and hard to resist for children. Claims mild vomiting may occur with unsound stomachs but is a sign of cleansing and effective to clear all worms from the system.
Enormous Debt Of the Nations
A Bankers Trust Company study estimates combined national debts of the United States, Great Britain, France, Italy, and Germany at 178 billion dollars. Germany leads with 50 billion, followed by France 46, Britain 39, the United States 25, and Italy 18 billion. The report notes debt rose with warfare and civilization and traces origins to 1688 when national debt as an institution emerged in England.
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United States
Great Britain
France
Italy
Germany
Bankers Trust Company
New York
England
Red River Renewal Preserves West’s Historic Water Route
Proposals to restore Red River’s role as a main trade artery emerge as freight costs rise. Winnipeg and St Boniface harbor commission plans dredging and large docks. Gold and copper finds near Lake Winnipeg and strong lumber prices boost interest in pulpwood and northern resources.
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Red River
Manitoba
Hudson Bay
England
One Great Essential To a Woman's Health Is Her Nerves
An advertisement touts Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills as the remedy for nervous exhaustion in women. It cites Mrs. P. H. Ryan of Sand Point Nova Scotia detailing relief after six boxes, noting nightly sleep and appetite improved. Price 50 cents a box, available at dealers or by mail from The T. Milburn Co. Limited, Toronto Ontario.
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Milburn
P. H. Ryan
Sand Point
N.S
T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Unvalued London Site Highlights Bank Asset Question
The Bark of England rebuilding plan draws attention to a long ignored fact the current site of the bank is never valued though globally famed. The bank’s balance sheet does not list the site or buildings as assets a practice unusual for any other firm and potentially worth up to 10 million pounds. The bank’s strong position allows this neglect.
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England
Japanese Government Controls Supply of Crude Camphor
The government in Japan regulates the supply chain of crude camphor, aiming to manage production and distribution. Officials say the measure intends to stabilize prices and ensure steady availability for industrial use.
Lignite project receives extra appropriation to 600000
An additional 200000 is allocated to the lignite briquetting plant raising the total to 600000. The federal government adds 100000 while Saskatchewan and Manitoba share the remaining 100000 in the original 50 50 split. Arthur Meighen secured the extra federal funds on strict conditions for provincial contributions. Saskatchewan commits to the new share, Manitoba and Saskatchewan share the burden as before.
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Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Research Council
Arthur Meighen
Meighen
Roumania Seeks Canadian Trade for Goods and Supplies
Roumanian firms of paper users seek supplies from the United States and Canada, according to the department of trade and commerce bulletin. They also want leather goods including boots, shoes, textiles, furs, canned foodstuffs, drugs and chemicals, and iron.
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United States
Canada
Department of Trade and Commerce
Doctor's Asthma Remedy Offers Hope and Help
An advertisement touts Dr. J. D. Kelley's asthma remedy as a life saving aid. It claims to cure asthma and restore breathing, presenting strong personal belief and widespread use as proof of its effectiveness. Thousands reportedly benefited from this time tested remedy.
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J. D. Kelley
Michigan wool pool forms vast grower cooperative
Growers in Michigan have formed a wool pool totaling 2 500 000 pounds and expected to reach 4 000 000 pounds. The plan aims to secure prices aligned with wool cloth values, with 75 percent advances available against current market value. The pool draws about 10 000 farmers, rising to 15 000, from 170 local points moving wool to Lansing. Nearby states also form pools, with New York reporting 37 county pools.
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Michigan Farm Bureau
Michigan
Lansing
New York State
Minard's Liniment Relieves Colds and Paleste Mes
The Ramallah Company of Jerusalem and New York shipped motor trucks with omnibus bodies to carry twenty five passengers, the first of their kind to Palestine. The Holy City will soon resemble a western avenue as camel days pass.
Marriages Boom in Germany
A Lokalanzeiger issue reports a surge in marriages with 175 matrimonial advertisements and many new fellowships and clubs aimed at promoting marriage becoming common in Germany.
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Germany
Lokalanzeiger
Maytag Multi Motor Washer advertised with built in engine
An advertisement touts the Maytag Multi Motor Washer with a built in half horsepower air cooled engine and swinging reversible wringer. It claims superior cleaning, time savings, and versatility to run other farm devices, with dealers across Western Canada and an offer for a free household manual.
Food storage and pest avoidance for hot months
Advice to buy cornmeal graham flour or cereals in small lots and seal in airtight jars. To kill insects place jars in a hot oven, then cool before bottling. A minor scorch can add a pleasant parched flavor to corn bread or mush.
Diamond Dyes ad warns against streaking dyes on fabric
An advertisement urges using Diamond Dyes to avoid streaks and damage. It emphasizes following package directions to preserve material quality.
Freezone promises quick corn relief with easy removal
An advertisement extols Freezone as painless for corns and calluses. A tiny bottle, sold by druggists for a few cents, is said to stop pain instantly and let you lift the corn with your fingers without soreness or irritation.
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Selle
McIllet TC
Dodds
Minard
F. Beddingfield
Panama
London Daily Chronicle
Roumania
Growers Farm Wool Pool
Michigan Farmers’ Syndicate
Jerusalem
HERE
Maytag
Calgary
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