Canada’s War Time Finance: Western Independence and Growth
The wartime shift to domestic funding shows Canada financed much of its war with Canadian money. Western provinces like Saskatchewan Manitoba and Alberta develop municipal and provincial bonds kept at home, reducing reliance on Britain and the United States. Funds fund farm loans and development, boosting local prosperity and independence from eastern finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Mac Mude
Canada
Great Britain
United States
Dominion
Prairie Provinces
Manitobay
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Regina
Sear
Heaiads
Dominion Victory
Putnam's Pain less Corn Extractor Promoted
An advertorial asserts a cheap corn salve fails and claims Putnam's Pain less Corn Extractor cures corns and warts. It urges customers to ask for the 25 cent remedy at all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam’s
Putnam
Deutschland Uber Alles Is Silent in Berlin Courts
The era’s anthem titled Deutschland Uber Alles is silenced in Germany with authorities banning its hearing in Berlin. Prison time for Prince Joachim Albrecht of Prussia after disrupting a hotel restaurant orchestra led to costly damages and the tune’s scarce appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deutschland
Germany
Berlin
Joachim Albrecht
Prussia
Adlon
Government to consider law on dum-dum bullets in Ireland
Premier Lloyd George stated in the House of Commons that the government is weighing special legislation to ban or regulate the use of dum-dum bullets. He cited the appalling wounds suffered by police and military personnel in Ireland from such ammunition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd George
House of Commons
Ireland
Labor objects to luxury tax fueling unemployment
A Toronto labor delegation demands repeal of the luxury tax on certain production items. They argue the tax causes job losses as more than 650 workers in these trades are unemployed while manufacturers blame reduced demand for higher costs.
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Toronto
Germany to keep Kiel Canal open under treaty terms
Despatches to the council of ambassadors report Germany will strictly observe the Allies interpretation that the Kiel Canal must be free to international traffic. This reverses the prior government stance which halted ships carrying arms to Poland.
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Germany
Kiel Canal
Council of Ambassadors
Poland
Choosing Coal by the Microscope
An engineer outlines a microscopic method to grade coal by inner structure. By preparing a thin slice and viewing it under light, the test indicates which coal type best suits steam, gas production, or other uses. Uniform seam samples yield consistent results, enabling exact specifications for ordering coal.
Parmelees Vegetable Pills Promoted For Digestive Health
An advertisement extols Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as a corrective for irregular living and resulting dyspepsia, indigestion, and liver and kidney troubles. The text claims the pills are simple in composition and suitable for delicate constitutions.
Egg Production Contests Begin Across Dominion
Ten egg laying contests started under the experimental farm system with events in Ottawa at the Central Experimental Farm and in other provinces. Ottawa hosts the Canadian and Ontario Egg Laying Contests, 50 pens compete nationally and 24 entries are in Ontario. Final results from last year's provincial contests will be available in a week or ten days, with comparisons following shortly.
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Dominion
Experimental Farm System
Central Experimental Farm
Ottawa
Ontario
Self-Love Quote Cited From Youth's Companion
A saying from Youth's Companion warns that a man who loves himself more than others may find that others love him less. The adage reflects on ego and social regard.
Asthma Remedy Promoted By Kellogg Brand
A historic advertisement touts the Dr J D Kellogg Asthma Remedy as reliable annual sales stay strong. The copy claims consistent quality and urges sufferers not to endure another attack but obtain the remedy promptly.
London Public Health Dept Sells Disinfecting Fluid Free
For years a London authority has produced disinfecting fluid by electrical means. The Public Health Department distributes about seventy thousand gallons annually at half a penny per gallon. Residents may obtain a free bottle by bringing their own. The fluid is used in baths and public institutions including sick asylums.
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London
Public Health Department
II &E
Minard's Liniment For Distemper and Tulip Tree Size
The note cites Minard's Liniment as a remedy for distemper. It mentions the tulip tree reaching over 100 feet in height and states the Basques of Spain claim to be Europe’s oldest race.
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Spain
Europe
Road Engineering Progress In British Roads
An inspection covered over a thousand miles of principal roads and tested experimental lengths on new construction methods. Britain anticipates spending at least ten million pounds on road making and improvements as engineers push techniques to handle heavy motor traffic while preserving the nation’s road reputation.
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Great Britain
Alcohol glycerine glass treatment for rainy windshield
An alcohol and glycerine solution rubbed on glass keeps a clear view in rain. The liquid coats the windshield reducing water streaks and improving visibility during wet driving conditions.
Forest Recovery After Historic Fire in Northern Manitoba
Much of Northern Manitoba was once densely forested but a long ago fire destroyed the old forest. The present woodland is mainly second growth, indicating regrowth since the historic blaze.
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Manitoba
A Crown of Sorrow Chaperones Youthful Party
A Topeka woman reflects on aging as she is asked to chaperon a party of young people, noting discomfort when elders are present in a group of youths. The piece contrasts aging and social duties in a light, reflective tone.
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Topepa
Kansas City Star
Baby's Own Tablets Claim Quick Relief for Ailments
A small advertisement touts Baby's Own Tablets as a mild laxative for childhood ailments such as constipation and colic. It claims to regulate bowels and stomach safely with no harmful drugs and cites a testimonial from Mrs. Alcide Lepage of Ste Beatrix Quebec. The product costs 25 cents a box and is sold by medicine dealers or mailed from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Alcide Lepage
Ste. Beatrix
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville, Ont
No obvious influence among people with themselves
A reflective note on how some individuals lack influence over their own actions and choices, highlighting inner limits and self direction. The statement suggests a paradox of influence that fails to extend to personal behavior.
Danderine Promises Beautiful Thick Hair Restoration
An advertisement urges women to use Danderine to moisten a cloth and draw through a strand by strand to remove dirt and oil. It claims the product doubles hair beauty, adds gloss, reduces dandruff, and prevents hair loss while keeping hair soft and vibrant. Get it at drug or toilet counters.
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Minard
E. W. Gillett Company Limited
Britain
Keen’s D. S. F
Keen
Magor, Son & Co., Limited
Montreal
Victoria
B.C
Japan
Swiss Alps
Victria
Victoria and Island Development Association
Ber
BAYER
Kee Bey
Baye Tebists
Aspieia
Sestiescidester
Bazer Company
Merk
Bares Crean
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