World Happenings Briefly Told
A Moscow denial says Russia and Japan did not sever diplomatic relations. Ottawa Central Farm tested 32 spring wheat varieties in 1927. Captain Isaac Coffin, last Crimean War survivor, dies at 93, born in St John New Brunswick. Canada auto production 1928 hits 242 382 with sales value 151 826 338 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Japan
Moscow
Central Farm
Ottawa
Isaac Coffin
St. John
N.B
Canada
U.S. House
Senate
James Melrose
York
England
Moving Large White Oak at Wellesley College
A large white oak at Wellesley College was lowered six feet during Christmas vacation to make room for Stone Davis Hall. An under-tree excavation and jets of water undermined the pedestal, allowing the tree to descend to its new site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellesley College
Wellesley
Stone Davis Hall
Distinctive one piece dress with draped right front
A stylish draped one piece dress features a wrapped right front with a jabot frill on the bodice and a belt that gathers on the right side. Size 36 to 42 bust options and 3% yards of 46 inch material. Patterns offered in sheer wool, black wool jersey and velvet tones with a 25 cent pattern price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
How To Order Patterns Address Winnipeg
A short notice from the Winnipeg Newspaper Union lists ordering details for sewing patterns. It cites 3795 McDermot Ave as the contact point and provides instructions for patrons to obtain patterns through the union office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Radio Operator Sets Fractured Arm in Arctic Rescue
Hudson radio operator at Hope's Advance in Hudson Strait relayed medical help 1,700 miles from Ottawa. He treated fur trader H Hall with a crushed elbow, received diagnosis from Dr. J J Hagarty, and set the arm in splints. Progress reported as satisfactory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arctic
Hudson
Hope
Hudson Strait
Department of Marine
Ottawa
Rush Medico
H Hall
Dinana Bay
F. Woodrow
Trail Radio Station
J. J. Hagarty
Department of Health
Does Not Always Require Intelligence
The article argues computation does not imply high intelligence and cites historical examples. Tom Fuller, an enslaved Virginian who could perform rapid mental arithmetic despite illiteracy, and Jacques Inaudie from Piedmont who calculated large products mentally, show limits of human vs machine computation. Even Euler, famed for mathematical work after losing sight, is noted for rich mental prowess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Fuller
Virginia
Jacques Inaudie
Piedmont
Euler
Ridder
Catarrhozone Inhaler Promises Quick Flu Relief
Advertisement touts Catarrhozone inhaler as a cure for influenza flu and nose throat irritation with fast action. It claims to cleanse nasal passages and throat, relieve headaches from irritation, and halt colds in moments. Complete outfit priced at $1.00. small size 50c. Also notes Imperial Airways cross channel fleet milestones since 1924 with 97,000 passengers and 3,000 tons freight.
Air service prep in Africa shortens 5000 mile journey
Jungle aerodromes near Africa are prepared for Cairo to Johannesburg flights. Thousands of trees are felled, roots dug up, and ant hills removed by hand. Some hills exceed 25 feet. Experimental flights planned next summer as a prelude to regular service. The 5000 mile trip would take five to six days, instead of two months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
Cairo
Johannesburg
Mothers Warned Of Colds That Follow The Flu
Physicians warn the major danger in this epidemic arises after influenza as colds attack the weakened system leading to bronchitis or pneumonia. Internal meds should be avoided in children due to stomach upset. if a fresh cold develops rub Vicks on throat and chest at night to ease symptoms and prevent complications.
European Tours for Canadians to Europe This Summer
Western Canadians prepare for four Canadian National Railways Europe tours aboard Cunarder Andania and Ausonia liners. Highlights include England Scotland Ireland Paris Versailles Milan Venice Florence Rome and Nice with briefer stays in Glas go Edinburgh and London. Returns begin August with Ausonia from Cherbourg and Alamni from Cherbourg. The Many-Purpose Oil is promoted for humans and horses alike for cuts burns rheumatism and similar ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Cantadian National Railways
Scotland
Melrose Abbey
Holyrood
Abbotsford
Warwick Kenilworth
Stratford-on-Avyon
Oxford
Hampton Court
Stoke Poges
Loch Lomond
Trossachs
Glasgow
Edinburgh
London
Paris
Versailles
Battlefields
Brussels
Cologne
Switzerland
Italy
Milan
Venice
Florence
Rome
Genoa
Nice
Monte Carlo
Aurania
Southamngton
Ausonia
Cherbourg
Thomas
Power Plant Rising on River Jordan Near Sea of Galilee
A powerhouse is being erected on the River Jordan a few miles below the Sea of Galilee. The river drops 2900 feet in 104 miles. Automobiles electric lighting and steam railway trains are working a transformation in Palestine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jordan
Sea of Galilee
Palestine
Fish Trade Global Big Sum and North Sea Limits
Tit-Bits notes a world fish bill near 1 billion dollars with 1.9 billion in retail value. Japan leads in catches worth over 90 million, followed by the United States and France. The North Sea is exhausted for flatfish, herrings surge southward, and Scottish herring catches approach one billion for the season. Fishing remains in early stages with increasing grounds and shallow-water practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Gulf Stream
Pacific
United States
France
Britain
Spain
North Sea
Yarmouth
Governor Parks Bemoans Omaha Cold In Alaska Visit
Governor George A. Parks shivered at Omaha cold saying Alaska was warmer than Omaha. He noted fur coats were not needed in the southeastern part of the country. General William Booth began Salvation Army work on a soap box outside a London saloon in the East End.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska
George A. Parks
Omaha
Nebraska
William Booth
Salvation Army
London
Remedy For Earache From Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil
A brief health note promotes Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil as an easy earache remedy. A few drops on lint or medicated cotton placed in the ear are said to relieve pain and simplify treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Business Was Good Ways Since 1924 Planes Carried Passengers
Since 1924 the company's planes carried more than 97 000 passengers and 3 000 tons of freight between London and Europe. The remark about reducing meant cutting expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cross Channel
Imperial Airways
London
Europe
Alberta Livestock Industry Earned 8775257 in 1928
D A McKenzie Dominion markets representative reports Alberta livestock industry revenue of 8 7 7 5 2 5 7 in 1928. He says the sector enjoys prosperity and should inspire confidence among those in the agricultural branch about the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
D. A. McKenzie
Dominion Markets
Mothers Praise Baby's Own Tablets For Children
Mothers praise any medicine that helps a child stay healthy and well. Baby's Own Tablets are popular with thousands of mothers who recommend them to others. They relieve minor stomach and bowel derangements, act as an easy laxative, banish constipation and indigestion, help break colds and fevers, expel worms, and ease teething. Sold by druggists or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Chivalry Debate Sparks in Witty Exchange
Edna questions modern chivalry citing Sir Walter Raleigh and a mud puddle. Crawford quips that a man today would not spread his coat but a woman would jump the puddle. The brief dialogue highlights changing views on courtesy and gender roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna
Sir Walter Raleigh
Crawford
Also Mentioned on This Page
Castoria
Icastoria
White Oak
Wellesley, Mass
Tsivorx
Nace
Redio
Vice
Cutiura
Beatrice Aiken
Highwater
Que
Canadac
Montreal
Valeuss
Scott
Oronte
Scott & Bi
Pet World
Izo
Ramsay Co
Ded Nist
Cppleford Paper Products
Hamilton
Ontario
Hunter-Martin & CO
Regina
SASK
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!