Do Something For Canada Addressing a Gathering
An official address in Vanerouve by His Excellency Baron Bucy of Vimy urges Canadian unity and national service. He urges youth to do something for Canada, warning against state paternalism and stressing collective effort for national progress and prosperity.
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Vanerouve
Hix Exerliency Baron Bucy of
Vimy
Canada
iMalNam
Staver Pynag
Enclisiiman
Caoala
Dominion
England
United States
Baron Doug
Hilo
Baron Byng
Germany
Boy Scouts
King Hosts Lawyers at Buckingham Palace Grounds
Visiting lawyers from Canada and the United States met King George Queen Mary and the Prince of Wales in the royal grounds behind Buckingham Palace. About 3000 invited guests walked talked and had tea in an informal scene away from the palace front, with little ceremony on view.
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Canada
United States
King George
Queen Mary
Prince of Wales
Buckingham Palace
Pink sidewalks aid eye comfort near Herne Bay district
Pink sidewalks laid near Herne Bay England reduce sun glare and heat. The new walks are described as easier on the eyes and cooler for pedestrians.
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Herne Bay
England
Pig Iron and Steel Production Rise in May
Canada produced 84 987 tons of pig iron in May, up 1 112 tons from April. Steel output reached 108 433 tons in May, the highest since October 1920.
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Pie Iron i A
Canada
Stees
Vancouver Expects Big Grain Movement for 1924
Vancouver grain men predict moving one hundred million bushels in 1924 25 season as elevators will hold at least 7 100 000 bushels up from 2 006 000 and 60 000 000 bushels moved by season end based on 53 6 million by July 22 with 1923 24 shipments ongoing Norwegians remain dominant in whale fishing supplying 70 000 000 crowns in yield sold mainly to the United States.
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Vancouver
Christiania
London Morning Post
United States
Whale oil shipments reach England from Queen Charlotte stations
More than two hundred tons of whale oil from the whale stations in the Queen Charlotte Islands have been shipped to England.
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Queen Charlotte Islands
England
Castoria Claims and Endorsed Benefits from a Trusted Remedy
The advertisement touts Fletcher's Castoria as a 30 year old remedy for babies and children addressing constipation flatulence wind colic and diarrhoea. It promises fever reduction improved digestion and natural sleep, noting the genuine product bears a signature.
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Fletcher
Lightning Energy Versus Gasoline In Electricity Debate
A reminiscence cites Dr. Steinmetz claiming the energy of an average lightning bolt equals a pint of gasoline. It notes calculations showing electric energy costs and argues a private gas engine could generate comparable power for 80 cents, questioning fear of storms and promoting self generation.
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Selena
Steinmetz
Nervous Debility Treated by Dr Williams Pink Pills
The article explains nervous debility from overwork and worries and warns against poisonous sedatives. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as the nerve tonic that builds blood, restoring appetite, nerves, and strength. Available from medicine dealers or by mail for 50 cents per box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville, Ont
New Instrument Locates Metals By Sound Underground
Swedish engineers Hans Lundberg and Mrs. Harry Nathorst unveil an electrical metal detector that emits a hearable tone as it crosses ore veins. Prospector wears telephone receivers to listen for the signal confirming ore beneath the surface. The piece also touts Dr. Thomas’ Electric Oil as self-evident in curing ailments.
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Hans Lundberg
Harry Nathorst
Irish Linens Supply Still Strong Despite Import Costs
Linen valued at 171742 dollars, manufactured in the Irish Free State, was bought for the United States. Contractors found American linen lacking in steam-laundry durability required for New York and Southampton markets.
Paris Society Women Sell Diamonds for Income
In Paris many society women add to their incomes by selling diamonds and jewelry to their friends receiving liberal commissions from the jewelers. This lively trend shows how social networks support small luxury trades within elite circles.
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Paris
Convents Kept Cats in Middle Ages for Pest Control
In medieval practice, cats were commonly kept at convents to manage pests. The note cites historic practice and references Minard's works and a 1536 W. WN. U. publication.
Liger Born at London Zoo From Indian Prince Gift
Prince Ranjitsinhji presents a hybrid male liger to London Zoo. The animal, a cross between tiger and lion, resembles both parents with a tiger body and lion head features and a lion like tail tuft. The liger, though shy, is housed in an outdoor cage and attracts visitors.
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Ranjitsini Ji
Shan
Prince Ranjitsinhj
India
Ger
Rajah
Bible History In Indian Language Printed For Sioux
Rev. Eugene Buechel S J of St. Francis South Dakota has produced Wowap Wakan Bible History in Teton Sioux, the first Bible history translated into an Indian language. About 3000 copies printed in Cincinnati for distribution among the Sioux.
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Pine Ridge Reservation
South Dakota
Cincinnati
Eugene Buechel
S.J
St. Francis
Saskatchewan Expands Egg Exports Across Province
A growing poultry export operation in Saskatchewan, supervised by the Provincial Marketing Department, reports 45 cars of eggs shipped from southern points and about 38 to 40 cars from the northern half between April 1 and May 31 this year.
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Saskatchewan
German Aviator Breaks Gliding Record
A German aviator set a new European gliding record by staying airborne for eight hours and forty two minutes. He also landed at a point higher than his takeoff, demonstrating remarkable altitude gain during the flight.
Syrian Citrus Fruits in Damascus Courtyards
Syrian citrus is grown mainly to decorate open courtyards around central fountains in Damascus houses. The climate suits oranges and lemons, but sexual cultivation is rare. London’s streets would stretch 2 223 miles to Constantinople if laid end to end.
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Damascus
London
Constantinople
A Trans-Canada Highway A Thing of the Future
The Edmonton Bulletin notes that a coast to coast Canadian highway by motor car is possible with two U S detours but gaps remain in Sault Ste Marie to Winnipeg and British Columbia. It argues a well kept road network would boost travel and regional development as American enthusiasts cross for spending and opening frontier districts.
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Canada
United States
Sault Ste. Marie
Winnipeg
British Columbia
Edmonton Bulletin
Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy Promises Relief and Sleep
Claiming cures for asthma after years of relief, the advertisement touts Dr J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy Confort. It asserts complete effectiveness, restoring comfort and peace of mind and returning nights of sound sleep. urges readers to ask their druggist for supply.
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J. D. Kellogg
Makes Tour On Nothing How to live on nothing a year
Arthur O Sullivan of Liverpool England, sixteen, tells harbor police he rode free to Canada by sneaking aboard a ship at Regina paying five cents then slept in the hold. He traveled to Toronto and U S cities by freight car and bumper, then back to Montreal where he sought a liner to England before being detained. Police praise his unusual ingenuity for a boy alone in a foreign land.
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Arthur O'Sullivan
Liverpool
England
Montreal
Arthur
Regina
Toronto
United States
Paring a core is risky. Holloway's Corn Remover urged
The article argues against coring and praises Holloway's Corn Remover to remove corns completely. It then mentions Hipparchus of III around 162 B.C. as the first to determine latitude and longitude.
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Holloway
Hipparchus of
III
Scratching posts provided in all cages at dLondona Zoo
The dLondona Zoo installs wooden scratching posts in every animal cage to improve enrichment. Zoo officials say the new enrichment aims to reduce stress and provide ure for primates and other exhibiting species.
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dLondona Zoo
Test Trip By All Metal Airplane From Detroit to Chicago
An eight person test flight aboard an all metal airliner with six reclining seats and a table between chairs flew from Detroit to Chicago Maywood after a 3 hour 5 minute cruise. The crew included a pilot and mechanic. passengers included Mrs Stout and Miss Jane Summins of Canada. The craft carried 2380 pounds of usable equipment and features soundproof compartments and sealed doors between crew and passengers.
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Chicago
Detroit
M. Bb. Stout
Maywood
Stout
Jane Summins
Canada
Canadian furs gain ground in Italian market report
A Canadian Assistant Trade Commissioner notes Canadian furs are gaining a distinct place in leading markets. He explains the Italian market's development and discusses how a high import duty on dressed furs pushes importers to bring in furs in raw form, many originating from Canada.
Romanian Inventor to Exhibit 3D Motion Method in Paris
A Romanian inventor plans to show in Paris a method for three dimensional motion pictures avoiding colored glasses. The device aims to prevent the scenario from falling flat, according to Springfield Republican.
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Paris
Springfield
Mass
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