Mosquito Control Urged Across Canada For Health And Profit
Canadians are urged to adopt mosquito elimination campaigns to curb disease and protect animals. The note cites Panama Canal history, current efforts in Banff Ottawa Winnipeg and Fraser River Valley, and methods like oil films and oil-soaked rags to choke larvae. It calls governments to lead and provides contact with the Dominion Entomologist in Ottawa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banff
Ottawa
Winnipeg
Fraser River Valley
Toronto
Dominion
Ollawa
Prizes For Confederation Essay At University Of Montreal
The University of Montreal offers three medals gold silver and bronze for an open competition on Canadian history. The essay topic is The growth of Canada's political arteries from the conquest 1700 to present status. Submissions due November 1 with awards announced before December 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commission of Studies
University of Montreal
Faculty of Letters
Canada
Banquet Speech Opposes Immigration Expansion
Sir William Mulock chaired a Toronto banquet for the Canadian Medical Association and voiced skepticism about increased population in Canada. He argued Americans have not been enriched by growth and urged Canada to admit only those with a good foundation stock, saying an empty house is better than a bad tenant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Medical Association
Toronto
Willian Mulock
Ontario
Toronto University
Canada
Sir William
Airship Service Linked Winnipeg to Mining Region
An airship passenger service has been established between Winnipeg and the mineral area east of Lake Winnipeg and north of the Winnipeg River.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Mineral
Lake Winnipeg
Winnipeg River
I Don’t Talk About It Phrase Sparks Debate
A terse statement sets off discussion as observers debate its meaning and implications. Analysts note the ambiguity and suggest people should clarify intent before drawing conclusions. The remark circulates amid broader conversations on truth and privacy.
Canada Executes Nine Murderers in One Fiscal Year
Canadian courts sentenced death to 17 murder defendants in the year ending March 31. Nine were executed, five had sentences commuted to life, and three received new trials. About 759 inmates were released on leave and 548 prison-release applications were refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Neuralgia Relief Claim Sparks Sudden Pain Freedom
Ad claims describe rapid neuralgia relief and magical outcomes from applying a treatment. The notice emphasizes dramatic results and urges readers to try the method.
Nerviline praised by WV Greenway testimonial
Greenway formerly with the Guide newspaper touts Nerviline as a universal remedy. He claims twenty years of use at home for pain earache toothache cramps and stomach ills with quick relief and urges readers to rub on Nerviline for prompt results at all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenway
Suis
Ail Dealers
Heart not prime motor of life says Berlin professor
Professor Martin Mendelsohn, holding the heart diseases chair at Berlin University since 1899, argues the heart is a secondary organ. He contends body cell activity that absorbs and eliminates fluids drives blood flow. A separate asthma remedy by J I Kelloge is praised as the only relief after ten years of asthma. The ad claims it is now the recognized market remedy with lasting effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Mendelsohn
Berlin University
Post War Frontiers Leave Over a Million Europeans Stateless
Dr Fridtjof Nansen, high commissioner for Russian relief, cites postwar readjustments and frontier shifts leaving over a million in Europe without a country. He backs expanding League of Nations passport systems to aid relief and resettle Russian refugees in Argentina Brazil and Paraguay. A worm powder claims to protect children from worm-related illness while urging merchants to advertise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Fridtjof Nansen
International Committee For Russian Relief
League of Nations
Argentine
Brazil
Paraguay
Seed Growers Oppose Subsidy at Canadian Convention
At the twenty sixth annual Canada seed growers convention in Victoria President Strange opposed government seed subsidies preferring a system that rewards superior pedigree. The directors reported field inspections 2 205 and 1 599 wheat certificates issued with 472 4589 bushels. oats 5 076 acres 257 387 bushels. barley 2 341 acres 4 275 bushels. corn 298 acres 3 605 sealed 170 bushels. alfalfa 2 809 acres 259 161 pounds. Membership reached 633 growers across provinces with Alberta 228 and Saskatchewan 173 the largest groups. The event celebrated champions in wheat and oats, including Herman Trelle of Wembley Alberta.
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Canadian Seed Growers’ Association
Victoria
Strange
Ecrops
Th&y
Association
Peter Stewart
Ottawa
Prince Edward Island
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Quebec
Ontario
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
British Columbia
Canada
Herman Trelle
Wembly
Alta
Airplanes Seen as Key to Exploiting Canadian Resources
Eilwood Wilson of The Fairchild Aerial Survey argues air transport could unlock mining and other industries in Canada, offering cheaper, faster travel where railroads are impractical. He notes subsidy dependence and uncertain profitability in early air services, with governments shaping mail and freight contracts as airlines seek sustainable demand. A stray ad-like line about a worm remedy follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Russia
Eilwood Wilson
Fairchild Aerial Survey, Limited
Financial Post
United States
World Poultry Congress Exhibit From India at Ottawa
The Indian National Educational Exhibit at the World Poultry Congress will feature a miniature duck egg incubator model showing hatchings in Rangoon India. It is presented by the United Provinces Poultry Association based in Lucknow with additional displays of a peasant home, clay colored models of Indian people, photographs of poultry breeding efforts and the Indian Egg Laying Test. A 1750 foot motion picture titled Poultry Farming in India will also be shown alongside. Mrs. A K Fawkes is the official Indian delegate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rangoon
India
United Provinces Poultry Association
Lucknow
A. K. Fawkes
Debt Reduction Shifts Canada Closer to Balance
Canada reduced its net debt by 12 million dollars in the fiscal year ending March 31 1927. In February 17 budget remarks Minister Robb cited a 21 million estimate but under ran by eleven million. Over four years the debt dropped by 106.4 million. In November 1927 37 million of maturing loans loom with hopes to redeem cash portions and refinance at lower rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
J. A Robb
Robb
Fruit growing in British Columbia expands rapidly
Commercial fruit growing in British Columbia started relatively recently but has developed quickly, with the Okanagan valley noted for top orchards. By 1921 fruit acreage reached 48 569 acres, up from 6 500 in 1891, and BC boxed apples circulate in major markets in the British Isles and Europe. Pears plums peaches apricots cherries and small fruits are widely grown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Okanagan
Dominion
British Isles
Europe
Feldspar Mines Open on Lake of the Woods Northwest Angle
The United States Syndicate starts a feldspar mine on the US side of Lake of the Woods at the Northwest Angle with plans to crush and grind on site if rock quality is good. A mica deposit is also to be exploited, with a Canadian side claim. A rail device may stop trains remotely and enable telephony for drivers. A Canadian land office opens at Rabbit Lake for homestead entries. Bill plans a five year retirement. the judge presides over the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake of the Woods
United States
Rabbit Lake
Turtleford-Hafford
Canadian National Railways
Saskatchewan
North Battleford
Herschel Telescope Reflector Found Hidden Near Slough
A half ton reflector built by Sir William Herschel at his Slough observatory vanished for 150 years. His son’s death sealed the secret until builders’ work uncovered the iron case mounted behind a cottage wall. A sunlight test confirmed the instrument’s identity and it has been removed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir William Herschel
Slough
William
Dr Williams Pink Pills praised for anemia rheumatism and more
Mrs George L Swick of Welland Ontario extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a child and adult remedy restoring health after scarlet fever and rheumatic pain, aiding a boy with St Vitus dance and a immunic girl. She recommends the tonic for general strength and blood building. The ad notes pills available from dealers or by mail for 50 cents a box and adds a closing proverb about mahogany trees and waiting for opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Dr Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
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Panama
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Pers
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Nard’s
Heart
World Poultry Congress
Freail
Laan Wild Ray
T Milburn Co
U.S. Syndicate
New Government Land Office
Bill
Sala
Hage
Cen
Tury
Welland
Crete
Nogar Manufacturing Co
Jubilee Flag Co
Queen St
West
Chamberlain
Rte
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