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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 14, 1919
Page
4
The Sex Disqualification Removal Bill allows individuals not to be barred by sex from public posts or civil or judicial careers and from serving as jurors. It also permits female peers to sit in the House of Lords if otherwise qualified.
A Cincinnati author asserts that Freezone a sticky ether compound applied to corns relieves pain and removes the corn root and all. He says a small amount costs little and works on hard soft corns and calluses without inflaming surrounding tissue. He urges women in high heels to try the product.
The first rural motor transport in Western Canada began this spring in Winnipeg Manitoba. The service runs about forty miles out of the city and is planned to extend. With road improvements expected in the coming years similar services are likely to start at other points in the country.
A wave of farmers in the Okanagan Valley plans more tobacco cultivation due to market stability. About 175 acres near Kelowna and other towns will be planted, with yields around 1,500 pounds per acre and profits near 185 dollars per acre after costs. The crop is set for June planting and mid August harvest, selling to an eastern tobacco firm which buys the entire crop.
A workers strike in Liverpool caused widespread delay for Canadians traveling homeward. About 1500 soldiers wives and dependents aboard the Scotian were housed in hotels for six days while the Empress of Britain moved to Glasgow. An interview with dockers union officials failed to release the ships.
Thin blood is a major cause of stomach trouble as digestion weakens nerves and glands. Dr Williams Pink Pills claim to enrich blood, restore strength, and improve appetite, with a regimen sold by dealers or by mail for 50 cents a box, six for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
A reflection asserting that a woman’s feelings cannot be gauged by how she kisses when meeting someone. The line emphasizes that appearances in affection do not reliably reveal true intentions or preferences.
Parmelees Vegetable Pills are described as a standard medicine made entirely of vegetable substances. They are said to revitalize digestive organs and are easily assimilated even by weak stomachs, with a healthful effect on sluggish digestion.
An appeal to the German people in Deutsche Zeitung denounces the Versailles peace as a peace of shame. It calls on the nation to remember 1871 and vows to rise again to restore German honor and seek revenge for the 1919 indignity.
A conference in Winnipeg between Saskatoon labor commissioner T. M. Molloy and the heads of three large railways resulted in cheap harvest transport rates for farmers from drought areas. From August 1 to 20, tickets at one cent per mile will allow travel to any destination in Manitoba or Saskatchewan from Swift Current Maple Creek Kincaid East End Leader Cabin Lea der Elrose Riverhurst and North Battleford.
A Border Missouri editorial note states obituary poetry is not printed unless paid for at regular advertising rates. It adds that doctors undertakers and preachers are paid for their services, while the printer is expected to print obituary poetry for the enjoyment.
An advertisement praises Mother Graves' Worm Ex terminator as a potent remedy for vermin in homes. It claims the product can be given to even delicate children without harming their health.
Bridgeport prepares to host an air freight and passenger service announced by the National Air Service Corporation. The system will link New York and Boston with stops at Bridgeport New London and New Haven area landing field chosen for operations. Two biplanes will be used for the service.
A reflective line about anniversaries that linger in memory and carry uneasy emotions. It hints at remembering events tied to painful or bittersweet memories rather than celebration.
The Nor West Farmer describes a compact 350 pound airplane named the Bluebird with an 18 foot wingspan that travels 22 miles per gallon of gas. It costs about 2000 dollars to build and requires maintenance like a low priced car. Capable of landing on a country road or backyard it could carry an extra passenger or 100 pounds of goods. The piece envisions farmers owning one at home and using air cruisers for long trips, noting the era of rapid progress and the shift toward personal flight.
The speaker quips that in this vale of tears there would be fewer divorces if there were more good cooks. The remark blends humor with social commentary on domestic life.
The first annual assembly of the Society to Restore the Churches of the Devastated Regions met in Paris. Vicar Odelin said over 265000 had been spent on initial work and 63 churches were adopted to be rebuilt. aid has come from the allied world, though some churches may never be restored.
Catarrhal deafness stems from an inflamed Eustachian tube lining. Hall's Catarrh Medicine claims to cure via blood action on mucous surfaces and offers a 100 dollar reward for any unresolved case, with druggists selling for 75 cents and free circulars from F. J. Cheney & Co.
The Royal Marine Light Infantry Plymouth division band has been chosen to join the Prince of Wales on his Canadian visit. The selection signals a ceremonial role for the Plymouth unit in the royal tour through Canada.
Paris Rumania and Serbia receive the greater part of more than a billion francs indemnity under the Bulgarian peace terms the remainder will go to Greece according to Excelsior the terms are nearly finished and payment details are set.
A succinct aphorism notes that a man immune to flattery is as rare as one who benefits from criticism, presenting a measured view of character and self-improvement.
Air Force decorations investitures to be held in Toronto during the Prince of Wales visit. The Royal Air Force in Canada can apply for recognition of war theatre honours through R A F headquarters in Toronto.
A short humorous exchange features a clubman asked where he is going at night. He replies in a drunken slang that he is heading to a lecture, highlighting the era's lighthearted, lightweight slang and social scene.
Montreal May 29 1909 letter from Thomas Thogan, claimed Champion Clog and Pedestal Dancer of Canada, praises Minard’s Liniment for joints and muscles after long use, signed sincerely.
The Hong Kong Club stands as a famed British institution in Hong Kong. Its world renowned bar is the largest in the world and the club remains exclusive yet democratic, with European and American visitors feeling transported to London or New York amid the city’s grand buildings.
Winnipeg afternoon paper reports that most conscientious objectors jailed for military service non-compliance have been released by the government unless misbehavior or resistance justified retention. Many remaining detainees were arrested since the armistice on charges of desertion.
A reflective note on how many sensible ideas fail when put into practice. The remark highlights the gap between theory and execution, urging cautious optimism about attempts that seem simple in thought but complex in action.
A reflective note cautions that regret often follows choices after the moment to act has passed, urging timely decisions. The statement underscores the common pattern of remorse when preventive steps are delayed.
A Ruthenian immigrant settlement in Alberta features houses built without nails in a traditional log and thatched-roof style. Structures use woven twig doors, wooden hasps, and floors of hewn logs. The roof comprises thick cross-woven wheat straw designed to withstand decades.
A DIY lemon skin whitener recipe using two lemons, orchard white, and a bottle. Massage daily on face neck arms and hands to remove freckles tan sallowness redness and roughness for a smooth clear skin. Harmless and inexpensive with results claimed.
An exchange unfolds where a dentist notes gold traces on an instrument and the patient jokes about a back collar stud. The humor rests on mishearing and theatrical feebleness.
The oil claims to remove fire from burns or scalds faster than any other preparation. It requires no prior preparation. apply the oil to the affected area and the pain should abate and soon cease.
A London Answers quote presents Pa advising his son that true wisdom lies in recognizing when to stop speaking. The exchange highlights restraint and prudence in communication across generations.
A writer frames driving as poetry in motion until mechanical failure turns it to blank verse, capturing the contrast between sleek travel and engine woes.
A brief note highlights that oversleeping and overeating cause more harm to people than overworking, stressing lifestyle factors over labor intensity. It emphasizes personal habits as a public health concern and suggests moderation.
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