Canada debates Income Tax repeal and future revenue needs
The discussion in Canada centers on abolishing the Income Tax and replacing revenue, with advocates arguing it unfairly burdens productive citizens and encourages emigration, while opponents warn it could cut investments and delay tariff relief. A gradual, phased reduction is proposed to lure capital and allow economies without new taxes.
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United States
Canada
Great Britain
Holland
Switzerland
Canadian Council of Agriculture
Sears
Iron waste estimate cites twenty million tons yearly
The article estimates that twenty million tons of iron are wasted annually due to rast. It notes a large annual loss of iron in waste streams and calls for efficiency measures and better salvage practices.
Labor-Saving Combines Boost Harvest Efficiency
Nor West Farmer notes combines the new harvest aid. Costing about 2000 dollars each they require two operators. One farmer reports 35 to 50 acres per day at 45 cents per acre. They save twine costs and most harvesting labor.
Human Blood Comparison Links Man to Gibbon
A study comparing human blood with that of living ape varieties finds close relation between man and the Hoa gibbon, suggesting strong genetic ties among primates. The report notes similarities in blood composition as evidence of shared ancestry.
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Hoa Gibbon
Plankett Debuts Revue of 1926 East Tour
Captain M. W. Plankett promoter of Dumbells presents Capt Plankett s Revue of 1926 a high speed elaborate English style revue with many chorus girls a Leonidoff ballet and comedy by Fred Karno Jr The cast includes Miss Toronto and Miss Winnipeg as international beauty award winners and the tour lists engagements across Winnipeg Regina Saskatoon Edmonton Calgary and Lethbridge from late November to late December.
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East
M. W. Plankett
Produrer
Dumbells
Capt. Plankett
Leonidoff
London
Fred Karno, Jr
Toronto
Walker Theatre
Winnipeg
Regina Theatre
Regina
Empire Theatre
Saskatoon
Edmonton
Grand Theatre
Calgary
Majestic Theatre
Lethbridge
Dr Williams Pink Pills Aid Severe Sciatica Claims
Reported by Mrs P N Bezanson of South Alton N S the pills eased years of sciatica and neuralgia after doctors failed to help. The testimonial notes rapid relief after four boxes and urges others to try the treatment, with availability from local druggists or by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont bought at 50 cents a box.
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Williams
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Ottawa carillon bells cast as King places coins
Premier Mackenzie King watched molten metal pour as he cast a Canadian cent and an English half penny into the fuel. He said the carillon in the House of Commons tower should symbolize harmony between parliaments and recalled Westminster. Fifty three bells will range from 14 pounds to ten tons.
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King
Croydon
House of Commons
Ottawa
Mackenzie King
Westminster
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Promises Cold Relief
Advertisement claims Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil rapidly relieves bronchial inflammation and strengthens passages to prevent further attacks. It also eases throat irritation and typically stops coughing, urging readers to try the remedy.
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Thomas
Canadian Honored McInernery Named Chevalier of Legion d Honor
Canadian E Blake McInernery, manager of the Royal Bank in Paris and former Montreal assistant manager, is named Chevalier of the Legion d Honor by the French Government. The Montreal advices note he is a New Brunswick native. his father was late MP George V McInernery for Kent. He is related to Archbishop Henry O Leary of Edmonton.
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E. Blake McInernery
Royal Bank
Paris
France
Montreal
Mr. McInernery
New Brunswick
George V. McInernery
Kent
N.B
Henry O'Leary
Edmonton
Notable Ceremony At Imperial Conference
Premier Hertzog J G Coates and W S Monroe receive freedom of London at Guild Hall during the Imperial Conference. The Lord Mayor presents Paul Krugers travelling wagon to Hertzog, pledged to return to South Africa as a sign Britain’s Boer War victory was won by friendship. Hertzog says the aim is building, not destroying, and leaves London satisfied with shared achievement.
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Paul Kruger
South Africa
England
Freedom of
Lord Kitchener
Lord Bearsted
Union
London
Britain
Hertzog
Favorable Business Outlook for Crop Based Economy
Bank of Montreal monthly summary notes uncertainty over the prairie crop weather has eased. Harvests, though damaged, are satisfactory and provide purchasing power only slightly below last year, signaling a reasonable business outlook. Industry, railway traffic, wholesale and retail trade all show improvement despite wet transport constraints. Manufacturing activity remains solid.
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Bank of Montreal
Prairie Provinces
Could Not Sleep Heart and Nerves Were So Bad
Mr. Geo. Meek of Windsor Ontario describes severe heart and nerve distress with night noises and dizziness. After using four boxes of a remedy from The T Milburn Co. Limited Toronto the pains ceased and he slept well. he reports lasting relief six years later at 50c per box, available from dealers or by mail.
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T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Snowshoes For Airmen On Airmail Route West Coast
Airmail personnel on the Pasco Elko west coast route are issued snowshoes for potential forced landings in the Rocky Mountains where deep snow makes walking impossible. The measure aims to keep aviators mobile and safe in severe winter conditions.
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Pasco-Elko
Rocky Mountains
Ice glass making device by Dutch engineer described
Sanitary drinking glasses formed from ice are produced using a freezing apparatus devised by a Dutch engineer, highlighting a novel method for hygienic tableware.
May Meet in Dominion for Imperial Air Conference
The Canadian Government invites the Imperial air conference to meet in Canada with a date not set yet likely in 1928. The conference approves new air routes to the Far East and urges development of other air services. It recommends examining nucleus mooring bases for airships in the Dominions and India. Premier Mackenzie King announced plans to erect a mooring mast in Canada.
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Imperial Air Conference
Canada
Imperial Conference
Far East
Dominions
India
Mackenzie King
Nerviline Promises Quick Relief for Lumbago and Rheumatism
The advertisement claims Nerviline quickly soothes agonizing lumbago and rheumatic pains by penetrating tissues and drawing blood from the affected area. It urges sufferers with stiff joints and swellings to buy Nerviline, priced at 35 cents, from all dealers.
Proficiency In Radio Certificates Won In October List
The radio branch of the Department of Marine and Fisheries announced that 18 candidates were examined in October. Among those successful were C. S. McLeod of Vancouver with first class commercial and E. D. Jones of Vancouver with second class commercial certificates. S. J. Melhoff of Swift Current and A. Townsend of Milestone were reexamined to endorse their certificates for additional equipment.
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Department of Marine and Fisheries
C. S. McLeod
Vancouver
E. D. Jones
S. J. Melhoff
Swift Current
Sask
A. Townsend
Milestone
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Ad Promises Quick Healing
An advertisement touts Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for cuts bruises sprains sore throat and chest ailments. It urges a bottle in every medicine chest for emergencies and claims widespread healing power.
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Dr. Thomas
Rhodes Scholars 1925 26 year figures announced
Rhodes Trustees report for 1925 26 shows 63 scholars began scholarships that year and 188 in residence during the period. Of these 97 were from the British Empire and 91 from the United States, with 43 in natural science and medicine and 54 in law. Five old scholars died. 183 men in residence at year start. First Rhodes Travelling Fellowship awards due early 1927. Rhodes House Oxford expected to be completed in 1928.
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Rhodes
British Empire
United States
Rhodes House
Oxford
London fatal accidents average three daily in quarter
Official figures show about three deaths per day in London streets during the quarter ended September, down from three daily in the prior year. Total fatal accidents reached 269, with non fatal cases at 26,727. Buses caused 29 deaths, motorcycles two, private cars 76, and trade vehicles 57.
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London
Canadian poet links nationalism to imperialism at UBC lecture
Charles G. D. Roberts argued that true Canadian nationalism requires British imperialist belief in the British Commonwealth of equal nations during a University of British Columbia lecture on Canadian literature in Vancouver.
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Charles G. D. Roberts
University of British Columbia
Vancouver
Timothy Seed Farming Innovator Opens Northern Alberta Venture
Timothy Seed Robert Cochrane launched a timothy seed farming operation in Northern Alberta after two years of trial. He expanded this year and harvested a large crop worth about 0,000 pounds at eight to nine cents per pound, yielding roughly 6,000 in profit.
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Robert Cochrane
Alberta
Timothy
Specialists In Crime Modern Thief Devotes His Energies to One Thing Only
A British crime expert notes modern criminals specialize in single items such as step ladders or street directories. Instances include a book thief who steals Latin grammars and a woman found with many grammars she cannot read. Earlier thefts include rubber doormats and heavy iron gates moved by motor vehicle.
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London
Nail Helps Cyclist Win Second Prize in New Zealand Race
A Hamilton to Auckland cycling contest saw a rider on steep descent stop when his chain broke. A passing motorist found a nail in wood inside the car and used it to join the chain. The cyclist resumed, lost about twenty minutes, but finished second for £10. Also advertised Miller's Worm Powders claim to cure intestinal worms in children.
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Hamilton
Auckland
New Zealand
Russian Exiles Move to Contain Hooligan Crime Wave
Russian criminals labeled as exiles are being deported in large numbers to curb assaults thefts and minor offenses. The government reports 170 individuals exiled as part of the crackdown and population control measure.
Largest human skull found in South Africa reported
A colossal skull, measured at eight and one half inches long with a capacity of 122 cubic inches, was recently discovered in South Africa. Scientists say it may be the world’s largest.
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South Africa
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