regional rift over Canada tariff policy and US investment
The piece argues Eastern Canada favors high tariffs to shield domestic industry while harming consumers and boosting US profits. It cites rising US-Canadian investments, fears of a “money conquest,” and calls for a truly national policy that treats the West as equal to the East, not a resource frontier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Lome
Dominion
Canada
Saskatchewan Co-operative Elevator Co
Buffalo
Montreal
Hudson's Bay Railway
Prairie
Vancouver
Pacific
Great Lakes
East
Warning From Naval Expert About Japan War Gambit
Naval expert William B. Shearer warns the Japanese navy is altering gun elevations for longer range and considers a great foreign war to divert attention from domestic socialist pressures. He claims the Navy General Board received this data and that a leak brought it to him. He accuses Japan of hostility to U S naval maneuvers in the Pacific and says all evidence points to war preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William B. Shearer
U.S
Japan
Shearer
Navy General Board
Pacific
Victoria prospectors unearth new Cariboo gold source
Eight Victoria prospectors led by John Edmonds have located the source of the gold that fueled the Harper's Camp rush in the six gales region along the Horsefly River in British Columbia. Alberta F Robertson reported the find during a Victoria briefing.
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Cariboo
British Columbia
Harper's Camp
Six Gaies
Victoria
John &. Edmonds
Alberta
F Robertson
British Columbia Mines Break Production Records in 1924
British Columbia reports record mine production with an output valued at over 15 million dollars, about 10 percent higher than 1923. Official estimate places total 1924 mine value at about 45.1 million dollars, up 3.8 million from the previous year, according to Minister Wr. Sloan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Fon. Wr. Sloan
British Columbia Lead Mines Output Sets Record
British Columbia lead mines are projected to produce 154 million pounds this year, nearly all of Canada’s lead and surpassing prior records. The figure underscores BC’s dominant role in the national metal supply.
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British Columbia
Canada
Finland Joins League of Nations Arbitration Protocol
Mnland signs the League of Nations protocol on arbitration security and disarmament becoming the seventeenth member to attach its signature to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mnland
Good will in business urged by Sir Joseph Flavelle
Sir Joseph Flavelle urged Ontario bank managers at Government House Toronto to foster good will among business, public, and Parliament. He warned against crowd psychology and called for less selfishness and more service. Banks were seen as vital to the country, deserving greater public trust.
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Joseph Flavelle
Ontario
Cockshift
Government House
Toronto
Sir Joseph
Paris Property Leased to Major Hotel Company
An official Montreal statement says the Canadian National Mailways has leased the Paris property at Rue Scribe and Boulevard des Capucines to a major hotel company. The 45 year lease covers taxes and insurance by the lessee, plus free street-floor offices for CNR. Rental value during the lease is estimated at $500,000, with property and improvements to revert to CNR at the term’s end.
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Canadian National Mailways
Montreal
Rue Scribe
Boulevard Des Capucines
Paris
M. Buhl
Canadian National Railway
C.N.R
Canadian National
Empire Products Boost for Dominion Foods in Britain
The British Conservative women's section reports strong demand for sample Christmas pudding ingredient boxes. Empire products including Canadian flour and Australian dried fruit were popular, with orders flooding in across Great Britain. The campaign boosted overseas goods sales and prompted traders to stock dominion foods for the first time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Conservative Party
Empire
Canada
Australia
Dominions
Great Britain
Dominion
Global Gold and Silver Output Reported Since Columbus
The latest U S Mint director report notes gold production at 925,143,244 ounces valued at 19 billion dollars and world silver output exceeding 130 billion ounces valued at 17 billion dollars.
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Columbus
America
U.S
Globe
Alberta debt versus motor car value in Calgary notice
A Calgary Alberian remark compares the province's public debt to the value of 47,500 motor cars and their upkeep. The note implies debt concerns while noting cars hold substantial value and maintenance costs akin to annual revenue.
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Alberta
Calgary
Alberian
Crossword puzzle work aids spelling and vocabulary
Teachers declare the crossword activity helps pupils spelling and vocabulary, while parents face evening queries on synonyms. The piece notes scholars are being mentally developed and parents gain reassurance from the educational value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Catharines
Gompers Estate Valued At About Seventy Six Thousand
Samuel J. Gompers, son and executor, petitions for probate of the will in the District of Columbia Supreme Court stating the estate is valued around $76,000 with a total valuation near $30,000 for Gompers real property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Gompers
Samuel J. Gompers
District of Columbia Supreme Court
Britain Pays Again War Debt Installment To United States
Britain makes a December payment of 96 990 000 dollars in cash to the United States as the first instalment toward a three year schedule to settle the war debt. The payment is hailed as a historic act reflecting Britain's honor and integrity while large annual sums will continue to be required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
United States
Crossword Course Assigned at Mount Holyoke College
Mount Holyoke College announces a freshmen crossword puzzle as a semester requirement. Professor Kelen Griffith of English will have students submit a puzzle based on new words learned, to gauge the course’s impact on vocabulary development.
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Mount Holyoke College
Massachusetts
Kelen Griffith
Department of English
Growing Girl Shows Early Signs of Anaemia in Teens
Mothers should watch daughters for peevishness headaches and pallor during rapid growth. Early treatment with Dr Williams' Pink Pills can enrich blood, restore health, and prevent decline. Available from dealers or by mail at 50c a box from The Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Dr. Williams
Dr Williams
Canada
Plan Line To Labrador Railway Proposal Moves Parliament
A Quebec Great Northern Railway Company plan seeks act to form a line from Quebec to Chicoutimi and onward to Namilton Inlet with branches to James Bay and St. Lawrence River plus toll powers for telegraph use. Also ads Miller's Worm Powders claim to destroy worms in children and cure related ailments.
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Quebec
Labrador
Great Northern Railway Company
Chicoutimi
Rome Charity Ball Funds Cat Home
A Humane Society charity ball in Rome drew Italy’s wealthiest patrons and raised enough money to build a cat asylum. The event, titled Home For Stray Cats 4, proved unusually popular and successful in one evening.
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Rome
Humane Society
Italy
Three Million Dollar Plans For Manitoba Hydro Project
Three million dollar power plant planned for Stage Falls Manitoba and a two million dollar transmission line to Winnipeg have been announced. No start date has been set for the work.
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Stage Falls
Man
Winnipeg
House Approves Navy Provision to Maintain Strength at 86,0600
The Washington navy appropriation bill secures maintenance of the United States Navy at its current strength of 86,0600 enlisted men as approved by the House.
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Washington Navy
United States Navy
House
Persia Aims to Curb Opium Trade
At a sub committee session of the international opium conference the Persian delegation reiterated its plan to gradually suppress the opium trade in Persia. Alfred Sze of China supported the Persian stand saying Beijing instructed him to back any effort to reduce opium use.
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Alfred Sze
China
Peking
Teacher Returns From Africa Echo of Boer War Era
A Halifax reader Miss Eimma Ellis writes from Pretoria about forty Canadian teachers invited by Joseph Chamberlain to serve in Boer concentration camps during the war era. She returns after 221 years of service in the educational department and sails for Europe for an indefinite period amid health concerns. Asthma is then discussed with Dr. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy promoted as helpful for sufferers.
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Joseph Chamberlain
South Africa
Halifax
Eimma Ellis
Pretoria
Educational Department
Europe
J. D. Kellogg
Tryt
Striking Crepe de Chine Coachwork At Scottish Motor Show
A Daimler on Windover's stand features crepe de chine as the main body material. The fabric finish repairs like fabric and can patch worn areas, producing a changing hue and rainbow shimmer in different lights.
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Daimler
Windover
Panhandler Arrested in Paris Over Haircut Begging Scheme
A Paris panhandler, who grew his hair long and ragged to beg for money to “spruce up,” was arrested by police. He coerced passersby with repeated pleas for funds to improve his appearance.
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Paris
Hatfield Fails to Deliver Rain Contract Worth $2000
Hatfield, a professional rainmaker, did not produce the 14 inches of rain in Kern County California between November 26 and December 20 and loses the $2000 payout. He did produce some rain but not enough to fulfill his contract. The text also references unconnected medical terms unrelated to the main event.
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Charlies H. Hatfield
Kern County
California
Hatfield
Focus on Today’s Opportunities for Success
The quote urges immediate action and practical mindset. It emphasizes seizing present chances rather than chasing distant dreams. A successful mindset prioritizes current initiatives, disciplined effort, and purposeful, concrete steps. It frames today as the foundation for future achievement.
Ireland Hears Radio Programme From Canada
Ireland receives radio messages from Canada completing the record of the British Isles hearing from the Dominion. A letter from R B Maxwell in Belfast notes an amateur in Bangor County Down picked up portions of a CNRA broadcast from Moneton New Brunswick using the station’s call letters.
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Ireland
Canada
Wales
British Isles
Dominion
W. Dpd. Robb
Canadian National Rail Wars
W. J. Black
Department of Colonization and Development
London
R. B. Maxwell
Belfast
Maxwell
Bangor
County Down
CNRA
Moneton
N.B
Worm Exterminator Promises Health for Children
The market claims Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator can expel intestinal worms and improve a child's health, warning that worms must be removed for good health. The wording appeals to parents seeking a cure.
King George to Open New Canadian Offices in London
His Majesty the King has consented to open the new Canadian Government offices in Trafalgar Square London. The formal opening will take place on June 29. The building occupies a prime site in the British Empire adjacent to the National Gallery.
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Canada
London
Trafalgar Square
British Empire
Practical
National Cellery
Canadian naval command change near Halifax
Commander Massey Goolden of the Gritich Admiralty is due in Canada to assume senior naval officer duties at Halifax commanding HMS Stadecona depot. He follows Commander Brabant R.N. who is transferred to Esquimalt.
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Massey Goolden
Gritich Admiralty
Canada
Halifax
H C.M.S. Stadecona
Brabant, R.N
Esquimalt
Tiny hummingbird seen across East Indian countries
A tiny hummingbird, barely larger than a house fly, is a common sight across many East Indian nations, noted for its delicate size and frequent presence around gardens and flowering trees.
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