Electrified mill proposal viewed by R C and L Co executives
Donald and Douglas seek approval for an electric Summit Lake and Cheakamus mill plan. Renwick objects to high initial costs. Rennie orders engineering reports and assigns new management. The group buys supplies and hosts a social gathering as preparations proceed amid mountain life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Donald
Robert Rennie
Summit Lake
McLean
Bolton
Summit Lake Mill
Douglas
Cheakamusg
Andy
Wainwrights
John Hillier
Janet Rennie
Nervous and Run Down Mrs Burton Seeks Quiet Relief
Mrs R Burton of Oshawa Ontario describes three years of extreme nervous exhaustion and sensitivity to noise. A friend recommended a remedy and she began treatment hoping to ease distress and improve daily life.
Farm Implement Industry Production in Canada 1927
Canadian Government Bureau of Statistics reports 1927 farm implement output at $42,996,288 up 12 percent from 1926. Ontario leads with 43 firms among 65, with diverse products including harvesting machinery and planting equipment. Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Alberta dominate regional distribution. other goods include washing machines and pumps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Government Bureau of Statistics
Ontario
Quebec
Manitoba
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Prince Edward Island
Worm Exterminator Promises Health for Children
An advertisement claims that Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator will expel worms to keep children healthy, presenting a simple remedy for intestinal parasites. It emphasizes effectiveness and safety for kids.
Canada to Exchange Agricultural Research Data with Dominions
Dr. J. H. Grisdale, deputy minister of agriculture, outlined plans for Canada to co operate with Great Britain and other dominions on agricultural research. The pact covers sharing latest scientific data, with costs shared, and centralization of certain institutions across Britain to cover soil, animal diseases, cereals, forage, horticulture and breeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
J. H. Grisdale
London
Agriculture
Dominions
Grisdale
Thriving Centre Gains Its First Passenger Train in Fairview
North Fairview at the end of the steel line north of Peace River welcomed its first passenger train on November 2. The rapid growth includes two banks, five general stores, three hotels, a picture theatre and several urban facilities. Buildings moved from Waterhole, plus a hotel and Masonic hall echoed a thriving new town adapting as railways arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairview
Peace River District
Edmonton Journal
Model Mining Town Aims To Build Wallace Near Diamond City
The Cadillac Mine at Wallace north of Diamond City and Lethbridge Northern officials seek a model mining town. Miners with families would farm surrounding plots, with ample water supply for gardens. James Pike says Wallace could become an ideal living area as planned by the two contracting parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lethbridge Northern
Cadillac
Wallace
Diamond City
James Pike
Alberta Seals Twenty One Cattle Shipment To Japan
Alberta Government and Yokohama based importers finalize negotiations for twenty one Holstein cattle from multiple dairy herds. The consignment includes cows with high milk records and two bulls to establish foundation stock for Japan. Japanese plans also consider importing Alberta hogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Yokohama
Japan
Catarrh Relief Promised by Dr Thomas Oil
The advertisement promotes Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for internal and external use to treat catarrh. It claims prompt relief and notes testimonials from users who report benefits after following directions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
English War Effort Cited Amid White Christmas Debate
A fragment reflects on weather superstition and a lone white Christmas in the Old Country over 30 years. It notes that despite harsh odds, English men and women persisted to contribute to the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Country
Fish Need More Food in Warm Weather, Experiments Show
Experiments indicate fish require more food when temperatures rise than in cold conditions. The study suggests metabolic rates increase with warmth, boosting appetite and growth potential for aquatic species.
Unemployed Technical Specialists Favor City Jobs Over Provinces
Ten thousand technical specialists listed unemployed by the Soviet Labor Course amid a shortage of rural positions. In Moscow Leningrad Kharkov and other cities many graduates refuse country postings for urban life and higher wages. The pattern mirrors physicians who seek jobs in Moscow and Leningrad despite village shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moscow
Leningrad
Kharkov
Donetz
Caucasus
Imperial Conference in 1929 No Arrangements Yet Made
Reuters reports no fixed date or arrangements for an Imperial Conference in 1929. With British elections set for next year and no autumn meeting planned, the last conference occurred in 1926. In a Liverpool cargo from America 46 000 boxes of apples 853 boxes of pears 900 boxes of grapefruit and 1 000 packages of prunes were shipped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuter
America
Liverpool
England
Asthma Remedy Promises Relief for Sufferers
An advertisement touts Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy claiming it relieves constricted air tubes and guards against future trouble. The copy urges readers with asthma to try the product to restore strength and energy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Kellogg
What the world needs is a telephone bell
An inventor suggests a bell that identifies the caller at the other end of the line. This concept aims to help users know who is calling before answering.
Bethany loyalty and the standard of Christian duty
Jenkin Lloyd Jones reflects on Saint Mark’s line “She hath done what she could,” elevating humble service as the measure of religious virtue. The piece urges total, willing devotion within one’s possibilities, portraying duty and love as their own reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethany
Jenkin Lloyd Jones
Constipated Children and Baby's Own Tablets
Constipation is a common childhood ailment and proper care requires regular bowels and a sweet stomach. Baby's Own Tablets are described as mild yet effective laxatives that are safe for newborns. The ad claims thousands of mothers rely on them and lists Brockville Ontario as the maker with mail order at 25 cents per box.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Ice Cream Warned Boy Dies From Fast Eating
A mother cautions against rapid ice cream consumption after a boy dies before finishing his treat. Willie asks what happened to the other half, prompting a grim joke about the fatal outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Time Has Tested It Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil has been on the market for over fifty years and proved a blessing to thousands. It enjoys high favor across Canada and its fame extends beyond the seas. Even at double the price it would still be a cheap liniment.
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Thomas
Canada
Scientist maps the stars on his umbrella
Duncan McEwan, a Glasgow scientist and BA member, uses an adjusted umbrella to carry a perfect map of the stars. He shows no fear of rain or fog and moves with certainty, guided by his celestial chart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duncan McEwan
Glasgow
British Association
Leather as Fuel Idea Draws Limited Interest
A wry note suggests shoe leather could substitute for gasoline, but public enthusiasm remains low and practical adoption unlikely.
Appel-How Gracefully Jacobs Eats Corn From Cob
Brearly notes Jacobs eats corn gracefully as a piccolo player. He ought to have refined technique and stage presence during the performance.
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Appel
Jacobs
Brearly
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Fiewtt & Bowne, Torontont
THE
Crimson West
Alex
Philip
Toronto
Renwick
Gillis
Steel
Squamish
Vancouver
R.c.&l.co
Old John
Connie
John
Annie Laurie
Minard
T. Milburn Co
End of Steel
Lethbridge Northern District
Minard’s Liniment
Grippe
Inussia
George Eliot
Appleford
Ul Paper
Wee
Wwe
Hunter-Martin & CO
Regina
SASK
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