Canada Needs a National Trade Drive for Foreign Markets
The text urges Canada to create a federal department and a national trade organization with aggressive foreign representatives to direct farm forest fishery and mining products to profitable global markets. It highlights Britain's and the United States' active trade roles, Canada's lagging efforts, and the potential of Mexico for cattle and grain while rail and merchant marine capacity sit idle.
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Canada
Germany
Great Britain
United States
U.S
Mexico
Liverpool
Europe
Britain
Chicago
League of Nations
National Railways
National Merchant Marine
The Luxuries of the Past as Present Comforts
The article notes that comforts once rare in 1876 compare to today’s essentials and 1921 standards. It suggests younger generations seek higher living standards than the older generation and may move toward a true golden age or primrose path.
Path to the everlasting bonfire is pursued
A brief editorial fragment from the London Daily Telegraph notes unwavering effort toward a so called everlasting bonfire, emphasizing determination and resolve rather than presenting a concrete event or outcome.
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London Daily Telegraph
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Aimed at Inflammation Relief
Practically all pains from inflammation can be removed by Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil. Apply to the sore spot and it is absorbed through the skin. The remedy soothes inflamed tissue and acts as a cure for cuts scratches bruises and sprains. Keep a bottle handy always.
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Thomas
Christmas Afloat Sponsored by Canadian Pacific Steamships
Special arrangements by Canadian Pacific Steamships Ltd for a mid Atlantic Christmas aboard ships. The programme included Christmas trees with presents for all ages, a Divine Service, an old fashioned Christmas dinner, a Christmas dance, and games and sports for children and adults.
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Canadian Pacific Steamships Limited
Canadian Pacific Steamships Ltd
mid-Atlantic
Flax Crop Gives 22 Percent Yield in Winnipeg District
C E Howe reports an average 22 bushels per acre from a 25 acre flax field in Winnipeg. The high quality flax was entirely sold or used as seed at a premium over market price.
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Winnipeg
C. E. Howe
Pencil marks Rubio: rubber a century ago
One hundred years ago the only known use for rubber was to remove pencil marks, reflecting early practical applications of the material in daily work and school settings.
Grain In Storage Wheat Stored in Public Elevators Grows
Do minion bureau of statistics reports for week ending December 30 1921 an overall rise of 412379 bushels in grain stored in Canadian public elevators Oats up 312491 bushels barley up 265644 bushels rye up 26535 bushels Wheat shows a decrease of 17869 bushels and fox shows a decrease of 22755 bushels respectively
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Dominion Bureau of Statistics
Why Beauty Fades A Warning On Thin Blood
An article explains thin watery blood causes fatigue headaches dizziness and palpitations in girls after school. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as the remedy to enrich blood, restore health, and prevent doctor bills, with mail order details from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams
McGill Professor Turns Prince Edward Island Farmer
Sir Andrew MacPhail, renowned Canadian writer and McGill professor, farms in Prince Edward Island during the summer. He runs experiments and supervises field work, reportedly producing 525 bushels of potatoes per acre, a high yield even in the region where 500 bushels is common.
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Andrew MacPhail
McGill
Prince Edward Island
Miller's Worm Powders Provide Safe Remedy for Worm Symptoms
Painless and perfect in their action Miller's Worm Powders are advertised as a reliable remedy for children showing worm symptoms. The ad notes feverish restlessness and convulsions as signs and claims the stomach and bowels are toned to a healthy condition after expulsion of worms.
Telephones reach one to five in Toronto
Toronto now has 100000 telephones representing one for every five residents including men women and children in the city a higher percentage than any other city in the British Empire is claimed.
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Toronto
British Empire
When Asthma Comes Do Not Des Pair
Do not despair when asthma strikes turn to Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy for quick relief. The remedy stops choking and restores natural easy breathing. Many sufferers have used it and found relief by taking a package today.
Sponge fishing customs in Himla Greece shape marriage
In Himla, a Greek Archipelago village, sponge fishers largely sustain life. A girl wishing to marry saves sponges equal to her age in years, placed in a silk net for her chosen suitor. If he refuses, it becomes hard for him to take another wife as Himlan maidens shun him.
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Himla
Steamers Touched Montreal in 1921 Port Traffic
The Montreal harbor saw 807 trans Atlantic steamers in 1921 with a net tonnage of 2,598,495 tons, up 169 vessels and 677,000 tons from 1920. Vessels visiting the port included 745 British, 84 Norwegian, 48 American, 7 Italian, and 24 Dutch ships.
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Montreal
United States
Italy
Holland
London Coal Ban Aimed at Pure Air and Health
The text notes that coal use in London was once strictly prohibited because burning coal polluted the air and harmed public health.
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London
Snow Reflects Only White Light Rays
Snow appears white because its crystals and prisms reflect the spectrum of white light, while absorbing other colors. The reflected rays combine to give the familiar bright appearance of fresh snowfall.
What constitutes a truly good home in a head of family
The author argues a good home needs a head, usually the mother, who guides with responsibility, love, and discipline. A headless home lacks meals together, orderly routines, and proper budgeting for essentials. Shared social life and consistent parenting leave a lasting, valuable legacy for children.
Milburn Heart and Nerve Pills Claim Heart Benefit
A Canadian testimonial praises Milburn Heart and Nerve Pills for curing tobacco related heart palpitations and nerve weakness. Frank Lutes of Brantford says chest pains and rapid heartbeats faded after using the pills, reporting weight gain and improved well being. Price listed as 50 cents a box from The T Milburn Co. Limited Toronto.
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Frank Lutes
Terrace Hill St
Brantford
Ont
Milburn
T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Monster World War Shell Unearthed Near Mons
A two ton shell from the last year of the war was dug up near Havay close to Mons. It failed to explode on impact and left a fifty foot deep crater. The charge is believed to be about three quarters of a ton, making the excavation a task of great anxiety.
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Havay
Mons
The Oil for the Athlete
The advertisement praises Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil as an excellent lubricant for athletes muscles and sinews. It claims the product makes muscles pliable eases soreness and strengthens them for strains, noting long time athletes testify to its value.
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Thomas
Where Ignorance Is Safety at 98 Virginia Man
A Virginia man turned 98 on Friday and admits he had never seen an automobile before his birthday. The anecdote frames his long life and humorous condition as the reason for his age.
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Virginia
Diamond Dyes celebrates fifty years of service and growth
Burlington Vermont marks the Diamond Dyes golden jubilee as Wells Richardson prepares the largest newspaper advertising appropriation in fifty years to honor the firm. The campaign highlights a half century of advertising power and customer loyalty built on a promise to "dye old things new" and the enduring goodwill of generations of families.
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Burlington
Vermont
Wells & Richardson
Chinese-born player earns Ontario hockey certificate
William Chew Chong, born in Toronto and aged 17, becomes the first Chinese-born player to receive an Ontario Hockey Association certificate and will join the Peterboro AAA junior team in Ontario.
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Ontario
William Chew Chong
Peterboro
Chew Chong
Toronto
Telephone first devised to aid deaf people hear
The telephone emerged from an effort to design a device that would help deaf individuals hear.
Self Governing Islanders Thrive On Tristan da Cunha
The islanders refuse relocation offers from Britain and live communally without formal government. They survive as shipwreck survivors on Tristan da Cunha with no currency and few crimes, managing affairs independently.
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Africa
South America
Tristan da Cunha
Mentor
California Fig Syrup for Children Advertisement
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to use California Fig Syrup to ease constipation in babies and children. It promises a gentle cleansing, notes the syrup’s fruity taste, and warns to demand the genuine product with proper labeling from the druggist.
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California
Cordova Paving Noted as World’s Oldest City Road
The record notes Cordova Spain boasting the oldest known pavement in modern cities, laid with stones by the Moors in the middle of the ninth century.
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Cordova
Spain
First Money and Cars Echo in Everyday Desires
A proverb-like reflection notes that people spend first on a car when money arrives and then seek more money after buying a vehicle. The piece emphasizes impulsive financial priorities and common consumer behavior.
Dr. Pierce's Medicines Praised by Mrs. Sholer
Mrs. Martha Sholer of Peterboro Ontario credits Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery with curing her feminine weakness and back pains after long illness. She also notes her husband improved from a chronic cough after taking Golden Medical Discovery. She urges readers to obtain the remedies or request a trial package and free medical advice.
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Peterboro
Ont
Dr. Pierce
Martha Sholer
Bethunent
Bridgeburg
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N. U
Minard
Sir Andrew MacPhail
BY Loretto C. Lynch
Fletcher
Castoria
the Centaur Company
N&w
York City
Tristan da
Cunha
Wellville
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