Farm labor costs cited as root of prairie agriculture woes
The article argues high labor costs drive inflation in all farming inputs and rail charges, citing Manitoba Workman's Compensation costs and rising railway wages. It links legislation to higher production costs, longer farm hours, and reduced farmer rewards, urging a return to fundamental economic principles and courageous policy remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Prairie West
Winniper
Tecen
Ces
Industsii
First Principles
Radio May Open Daring Communication Frontiers
A recent demonstration showed a radio concert heard in a tunnel beneath the Hudson River. Vibrations penetrated thirty feet of water sixty feet of earth and a layer of steel protecting the tunnel. The experiment suggests wireless may reach entombed miners and other isolated victims, implying wide future uses.
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Hudson River
Stratford Beacon-Herald
Indian Farmers Produce Greatest Crop in History 1925
The Indians of the three prairie provinces harvested a record season with 634,561 bushels of wheat 574,282 bushels of oats and 62,304 bushels of barley. They grew 58,264 bushels of potatoes 10,000 bushels of other vegetables summer followed 20,000 acres of land broke 6,808 acres put up 57,000 tons of hay and 516 dollars of green feed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairie Provinces
Superintendent of Indian Affairs
Castoria Promises Safe Relief for Infants and Children
An old advertisement touts Fletcher's Castoria as a trusted remedy for infants and children. It claims over 36 years of use to ease constipation flatulence wind colic and diarrhoea and to regulate digestion and sleep without opiates. The ad emphasizes the genuine signature and parental reassurance.
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Fletcher
What Is It That Pays
A parable about ten men each losing ten dollars. Nine are pessimists, one believes in advertising. The optimist posts a lost bill notice, seven finders approach, the honest give rewards, and the advertiser ends up the winner while others are crooks or ahead modestly. The message: honesty and advertising pay.
Nerviline Cures Two-Year Backache, Georgetown Testimonial
E. S. Sloane of Georgetown recounts two years of backache and lameness cured after using Nerviline at Smith Bros Drug Store. The testimonial claims Nerviline relieves pain and stiffness, with a price of 35 cents at all dealers.
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Uut
E. S. Sloane
Georgetown
Smith Bros
Western Fair Dates Announced by Western Canada Fairs Assn
The Western circuit fairs run from July to August with Lethbridge Red Deer Camrose Lloydminster North Battleford Vermillion Carman Neepawa Estevan Portage la Prairie Yorkton Melfort Prince Albert Weyburn among hosts. F Wright of North Battleford elected president E W Bjookland Red Deer vice president H Huxley Lloydminster re elected secretary Midway attractions awarded to Levitt Brown and Huggins shows of Chicago.
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Western Canada Fairs Association
Saskatoon
Lethbridge
Red Deer
Camrose
Lloydminster
North Batueford
Vermillion
Carman
Neepawa
Estevan
Portage la Prairie
Jayphin
Yorkton
Melfort
Prince Alber
Weyburn
F. Wright
North Battleford
E. W. Bjookland
H. Huxley
Dr Williams Pink Pills Aid Sciatica and Weak Blood
Relief for neuralgia of the sciatic nerve is claimed from Dr Williams Pink Pills. The ad cites benefits beyond pain relief, claiming to correct diseases from weak blood, and shares a testimonial from Lizzie Freeman of Nogies Creek Ontario who recovered after nine boxes. Pills priced at 50 cents a box with mail order available.
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Williams
Lizzie Freenan
Nogies Creek
Ont
Jr. Williams
Dr. Williams
Grain exports rise at CN points across the West
From the opening of the crop year September 1 to date more than 110000 cars of grain were loaded at Canadian National points throughout the west. The 110000 cars contained 144490000 bushels of grain, vs 118631000 bushels in the same period of 1922 23, an increase of nearly 26000000 bushels.
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Canadian National
Grand balance at Bank of England reacts to tiny stamps
The Bank of England's grand balance is so sensitive that the weight of a postage stamp can move its scale by six inches, illustrating extreme sensitivity and precision in financial measurement equipment.
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Bank of England
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promise Clear Complexion
An advert claims pimples and skin conditions stem from kidney and liver failure. It asserts Dr Hamilton's Pills cleanse the system, remove taints, and rapidly improve skin to a smooth, rosy, dainty complexion.
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promoted for Health and Looks
Purveyor advertises Dr Hamilton's Pills in 25 cent boxes or five for a dollar. Claims benefit to looks health and spirits. Product distributed by The Catarrhozone Co Montreal through dealers.
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Dr. Hamiton
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Saskatchewan briquettes arrive for government tests in Ottawa
A carload of Saskatchewan lignite briquettes from the Saskatchewan Titlenite Utilization Board has reached Ottawa for testing by the Dominion Fuel Board. The briquettes supply both the Dominion Government and the governments of Manitoba and Saskatchewan, with widespread distribution and testing in government furnaces and to selected households across Central Canada.
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Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Tidenite Utilization Board
Dominion
Ottawa
Dominion Fuel Board
North Dakota
Manitoba
Canada
California Fig Syrup Ad for Sick Children
An old advertisement touts genuine California Fig Syrup for constipated, bilious, feverish or sick babies and children. It claims the product softens the bowels without griping and starts the liver and bowels, contains no narcotics or soothing drugs, and urges buyers to say California to their druggist to avoid counterfeits.
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Colle
California
Evidences of Prosperity Among Western Canadian Farmers
The article notes Western Canada shows prosperity as travellers on the Empress of Canada include farmers from High River Hussar and Standard. It highlights agriculturists in these Wheat and cattle towns spend winters abroad, indicating profitable farming operations. It also promotes Dr Thomas Melectric Oil for croup and other ailments, noting its versatility and usefulness as a remedy.
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Canada
High River
Hussar
Standard
Thomas
Trial Trip Sets Record For Kirkwood Line Steamer
The J. H. Plummer completed a 25 day voyage from the Great Lakes to Vancouver, H Hudson says the trip proved a success and may lead to a continued service. The cargo included pianos rope, roofing paper, tires, pickles paints honey and candies tested for canal passage. Vancouver passengers report goods arriving in excellent shape. A London caterer suffers 25000 broken crockery pieces weekly.
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Great Lakes
Vancouver
Kirkwood Line
J. H. Plummer
F. W. Hudson
Plummer
Panama Canal
Dellwood Set to Lay New Cable to Alaska From Seattle
The U S Government cable ship Dellwood will sail from Seattle for London via Nome on a 41000 mile first leg to lay a new Alaska cable. The gyro pilot aboard stabilizes course instantly and is expected to save cable costs at $1000 per mile, paying for the device many times over.
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U.S
Dellwood
Seattle
London
Nome
Alaska
War Department
Danderine Promises Thick Lustrous Hair for 35 Cents
Attractive ad proclaims Danderine will revive neglected hair by toning up the scalp and correcting dandruff. It claims lifeless hair becomes glossy and strong, with new color and youthful beauty, and markets the tonic as refreshing and non greasy available at any drug store.
Saskatchewan Immigration Trends 1913-1922 Report
The Regina Leader reports Saskatchewan received 192 958 immigrants in 1913 1922 with over 45 000 in 1912 and 44 000 in 1913. War years hurt arrivals and 1922 saw 8184 new settlers. After 1901 1911 population rose to 492 452. Improved railways and profitable agriculture could bring future influx.
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Saskatchewan
Provincial Bureau of Labor and Industries
Omin
Miller's Worm Powders Promote Child Health
In infantile complaints from stomach and intestinal worms Miller's Worm Powders are described as an effective remedy. They attack the worm cause and expel worms, restoring orderly system function and aiding growth and strength. The powders are presented as a path to health and improvement.
Canadians Among Emigrants From Britain Under Empire Act
The House of Commons disclosed that last year about 43 000 emigrants left Great Britain under the British Empire Settlement Act. Of these, 7 330 went to Canada while the rest went to Australia and New Zealand. The statement was issued on behalf of the colonial office.
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Great Britain
Overseas Dominions
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
House of Commons
Colonial Office
Better Class Ostracism Sparks British Caste Debate
A Toronto Globe excerpt cites an English paper complaining that the better class ladies ostracized a factory girl educated by Rev. S Baringfould who married and lived happily ever after. The note questions the caste system fueling reform movements in Britain.
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S Baringfould
Great Britain
Toronto Globe
Thomas Hardy's Story Worth the Telling Lesson
A young apprentice recalls Thomas Hardy in London stressing that fiction must deliver a compelling story. Hardy warned that clever writing can miss the bullseye when the plot lacks a story worth telling and urged authors to ensure their work holds together and unfolds meaningfully.
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Thomas Hardy
London
Ww. J. Locke
Help for Asthma Remedy Advertisement
Neglect gives asthma the great advantage and grips the bronchial passages. Dr. J. D. Keiloge's Asthma Remedy daily benefits long standing cases. Years of suffering might have been prevented if used in early stages. Do not neglect asthma but use this preparation at once.
Saskatchewan clay aids Ontario pottery venture in Oshawa
Saskatchewan clay helps set up the Ontario Potteries in Oshawa Ontario as a new industry. The first kiln is opened and the firm will manufacture table and art ware using Canadian raw materials. Clay comes from Saskatchewan and feldspar from Ontario.
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Oshawa, Ont
Ontario Potteries
Saskatchewan
Ontario
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