Patrol system urged after Alaska prospectors vanish
The article notes Alaska prospector Kris Kline disappeared after being raced to a glacier crevasse and Mike Trapke vanished on a Talkeetna to Susitna trek of 66 miles. Regulators say marshals cannot hunt crime or aid distress without district court orders and funds. A Canadian style patrol force is proposed to locate missing persons and pursue fugitives in the territory.
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Kris Kline
Mike Trapke
Talkeetna
Susitna
Painted Fires Chapter XVII continued
Jack weighs whether to tell Helmi about his marriage as he plans an escape to a Yukon crossing with two hundred dollars from the mines. Helmi, brave and dutiful, helps run the boarding house while facing fear and expectations, hoping for Jack’s safe return by Christmas.
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Jack
Helmi
Winnipeg
Finn
Charles
Lili
Edmonton
Glenora
Charlie
Emil
Anna
Aunt Lili
Peace River
America
Fort Saint John
Keith
Canada
Mike
Melmi
Prospective Edmonton venture tests faith and hearts
Jack plans sending mining outfits to Peace River while Helmi weighs the risks of a gold scheme led by Keith. Investors pay five hundred dollars for claims as Minnie’s innocence cautious faith clashes with Jack’s resolve. Helmi doubts the project but fears Jack’s disappointment and anticipates Mrs. St John’s evasive stance.
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Jack
Helmi
Edmonton
Peace River
Minnie
Keith
Helma
Mrs. St. John
High Rigger Back Pain Relief Advertisement
A promotional letter by J F Miller touts Gin Pills as prompt relief for backache and kidney trouble. It warns neglect can be dangerous and lists symptoms like dizziness painful urination and swollen joints. The notice cites bica National Drug & Chemical of Canada as the maker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Miller
Bica
National Drug & Chemical of Canada, Limited
Toronto
Training in Scotland Yard Detectives Course Details
The two month program covers criminal law evidence photography plans fingerprints descriptions and clothing and jewelry identification. Students study tools used by criminals visit the Black Museum and learn investigation methods then face a staged murder to reconstruct the crime and identify the culprit.
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Criminal Investigation Department of
Scotland Yard
Black Museum
Massachusetts pleasure with compulsory auto insurance experiment
The Montreal Star reports Massachusetts is pleased with its compulsory automobile insurance law. Critics warned of higher reckless driving, but insurers refused policies to reckless drivers and fatalities likely declined as dangerous motorists were removed from the road. If benefits persist, other states may consider the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Montreal Star
Air mail link eyed between Winnipeg and Calgary this summer
Reports suggest a Winnipeg to Calgary air mail service may start this summer. Last summer Flying Officer T. M. Shields of the Royal Canadian Air Force flew the 900 mile route in eight hours.
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Apt
Winnipeg
Calgary
T. M. Shields
Royal Canadian Air Force
Saskatchewan Musical Festival heats Moose Jaw event
It is expected that over 2,000 artists from all parts of Saskatchewan will compete in the Saskatchewan Musical Festival to be held in Moose Jaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moose Jaw
Woodsmen Keep Minard's Handy Eulogy Note
A reflective line on hearing praise after life ends, noting a preacher's future tribute over the deceased. The quip contrasts mortality with present deeds and memory, invoking Woodsmen-Keep Minard's handy as a tag or motto.
Royal Bank Annual Meeting Highlights Confidence in Canada
The Royal Bank of Canada reported its most successful year, with Sir Herbert Holt noting favorable outlooks for Canada’s prosperity. E Neill reviewed growth to a leading position and emphasized a sound foundation, while warning that unwise speculation and rising call loans require bank-led restraint to avoid inflationary excess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Bank of Canada
E. Neill
Ontario shift to wealth by mining and power growth
The piece traces Ontario's ascent in mineral production approaching one hundred million dollars yearly and notes water power, road development, and tourism boosting industry. It highlights a generation of rapid change, growth across Canada, and the need to adapt taxation to rising wealth. A jab at asthma remedies and a humorous exchange conclude the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Canada
Minard's Liniment and the future of safe crossings
A brief note highlights Minard's Liniment for pain relief and muses on the distant prospect of a foolproof railroad crossing. It closes with a reminder not to overlook a favor.
Little Helps For This Week
Proverb and poem reflections urge humility about tomorrow and the fleeting nature of time. Notes consider human plans versus unknown days and the value of seizing beauty today, citing Max Miller and Young on time and eternity.
Baby's Own Tablets Stay In Home Use
A mother in St. Dumas Quebec testifies to ten years of use with high satisfaction. Baby's Own Tablets are described as a mild laxative that regulates bowels sweetens the stomach and helps teething. Sold by druggists or 25 cents a box by The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saluste Pelletier
St. Dumas
Que
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
First Burmese Woman Passes Rangoon Exam Appointed Assistant Registrar
Daw Me Me Khin becomes the first woman to pass the B S examination at the University of Rangoon and is named Assistant Registrar on the Original Side of the Rangoon High Court. This marks Burma's first female in that post. Dr Thomas Eclectricc Oil advertises itself with no testimonial needed. The American automobile bill exceeds 14 billion dollars annually. Daniel is noted as uniquely unspoiled by lionization.
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University of Rangoon
Burma
Daw Me Me Khin
Rangoon High Court
Thomas
Phillips Milk of Magnesia Offers Fast Relief for Indigestion
Advice promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a safe, tasteless remedy to neutralize stomach acid. A single spoonful in water is said to relieve sour stomachs and indigestion within minutes. The ad asserts its 50 year physician endorsement and urges readers to obtain genuine product with full directions.
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RCME
Alaska
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Gillett
Nellie L. McClung
Hielmi
Lela
Charles Doran
Lili Doran
Wordstoms
Air Mail
West
Minard
NUE Ks
Royal Bank Annual Meeting
Herbert Holt
Sir Herbert
Neill
Stock Exchange
Royal Bank
J. D. Kelloge
Major Swift
Max Miller
Daniel
Phillips
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