Canada Leads World in Industrial Growth Say Analysts
The Toronto Sunday feature argues Canada's rate of advancement far outpaced many nations during the postwar recovery. It cites Canadian gains in wheat, oil, copper, iron, steel, automobiles, paper, aluminum, artificial silk, and water power, with Canada matching a broad diversification and future potential as global production rebounds.
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Toronto
Dominion
Canada
United States
France
Argentine
Canadian Bank of Commerce
Uity
Diatomite Deposits Across Canada Highlighted
A report notes diatomite as a light fluffy material of minute siliceous diatom skeletons used for heat and sound insulation, filtration, and as a concrete and plaster admixture. The Dominion holds extensive deposits in British Columbia, Ontario, and the Maritimes.
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Dominion
British Coumbia
Ontario
Maritimes
Man Seeks Damages From Wreck Claim and Fraud Result
In Glasgow a man who was injured in a tramway accident, and among other injured victims, was taken to hospital. He previously received £10 in damages from the company after a fraud was uncovered, leading to a 60 day jail term.
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Glasgow
Costly Lightning Strike at Lake Denmark Depot 1926
The most expensive lightning event on record struck the U S Naval Ammunition Depot at Lake Denmark New Jersey in 1926. It killed 31 people and caused damage totaling 92 million dollars.
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U.S. Naval
Lake Denmark
N.J
What a man gets from a job depends on his input
A concise reflection on work effort noting that outcomes hinge on personal contribution and energy invested.
Tribute to Dr Eckener and the Graf Zeppelin
A New York Evening World writer notes growing air mindedness as the Graf Zeppelin endures harsh weather yet elicits little fuss on arrival. The piece says Americans now accept regular Atlantic air travel as a reality and credits Hoover for predicting the coming era.
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New York Evening World
Dr. Eckener
Atlantic
Mr. Hoover
Pink Pills Promise Help for Anaemia and Nerve Fatigue
An old advertisement describes anaemia as draining blood and nerve energy. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy to build blood, renew nerve cells, and relieve symptoms. A Toronto tester, Miss Margaret Torrey, reports weight gain and symptom relief after several boxes. Pills sold for 50 cents from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Williams
Margaret Torrey
Toronto
Ont
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
New Baby Auto Aims to Expand GM Car Ownership
General Motors is building a small four cylinder car modeled after the Austin to retail in the United States at about $200. Detroit patterns are prepared for this radical design, expected to broaden ownership and revive lagging sales in higher priced models. Details are being guarded.
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General Motors
Austin
United States
Detroit
Persian Balm Beauty Lotion Promises Silky Complexions
Persians Balm claims to create lovely complexions with velvety smooth skin. It cools and relieves, absorbs swiftly, and leaves a fragrant, soft texture. It preserves and enhances the loveliest complexion for the discriminating woman.
Lettuce Shipments Grow From Armstrong Fields
Head lettuce moves from Armstrong fields with shipments expected to total 30 to 40 carloads this year, a larger movement than in the past. The article notes photography as a revolutionary tool in astronomy and poses a playful question about insect perception.
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Armstrong Fields
India seen as one unified nation under federal governance
The Simon report envisions a future where India becomes a single strong confederacy within the British Commonwealth. It proposes eight governor’s provinces under a revised India Act with provincial self government, while Burma remains separate. The army stays in place as the Empire backs continued British presence.
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India
Burma
Dangerous Hudson Bay voyage saves H Ford for medical aid
In a treacherous open canoe voyage from Monala to Churchill and onward to The Pas, H Ford of Hudson's Bay Company survived a mysterious illness after on board near-fatal ice blocks and heavy seas. Kenneth Carter and two Eskimos undertook the two day trip, reaching Churchill on June 7 and The Pas by June 11 for hospital care.
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Hudson Bay
H. Ford
Hudson's Bay Company
Monala
Churchill
Pas
Kenneth Carter
Ford
Winnipeg
Asthma Remedy Promises Cure and Restful Sleep
The advertisement touts Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a cure for asthma. It claims long relief from stubborn cases and deep sleep for users, urging readers to ask their druggist for supply.
Final Exams People Go About Venice in Gorgon Zolas
A fragmentary piece discusses vague concepts including polygamy and ambiguity with odd definitions. It notes a figure of speech and a circle, touching on the Normans and the Fru gal system in a cryptic narrative.
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Venice
Postage Rates Cut For Canada to Foreign Destinations
New postal rates effective July 1 follow World Postal Congress rules. Letters cost five cents for the first ounce and three cents per additional ounce, post cards three cents, printed matter one cent per two ounces, commercial papers five cents per packet up to ten ounces and one cent per two ounces after, samples two cents per packet up to four ounces and one cent per two ounces after, international reply coupons seven cents each redeemable for five cents in stamps. Rates apply to letters and parcels shipping outside Canada.
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British Empire
France
North
South America
London
England
Canada
Speed Boat Estelle V. Sailed for Detroit Record Attempt
Betty Carstairs aims to set a new Detroit record with the speed boat Estelle V. shipped from England aboard the Calgario. Five mechanics accompany it from Halifax to Gravenhurst for Muskoka Lakes tuning before the Detroit races. Major Segrave's death leaves Miss Carstairs as the sole British entrant for the international trophy. Mothers praise Mother Graves Worm Exterminator for easing child suffering and restoring health.
Unknown species fish puzzle Scottish Moray Firth catch
Scotch fishermen report a large unknown species fish caught in a Moray Firth net twenty miles off Banffshire. It remained alive for hours after landing, stunning seasoned crews who have handled thousands of tons of various catches.
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Moray Firth
Banffshire
Bible character with the largest following sparks debate
A theology lecturer questions which biblical figure has the largest following. A backbench voice shouts Ananias as the discussion unfolds. Separately, Japan reports postal savings surpassing one billion dollars.
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Moses
Paul
Ananias
Coal Movement Arranged to Oust Imported Fuel
Frank G. Neate of the Dominion Fuel Board announced that Alberta and Saskatchewan coal will move into Manitoba under a new subvention to curb foreign coal. He spoke in Winnipeg with Alberta Saskatchewan operators, distributors, and railway officials detailing ready administrative machinery and railway cooperation to implement the plan.
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Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Frank G. Neate
Dominion Fuel Board
Ottawa
Neate
Winnipeg
English Language Spreading Through Global Book Trade
The Department of Commerce notes American books sell widely abroad with China ranking third after the United Kingdom and Canada as purchasers. Latin America and the Philippines also buy many English language books, illustrating English language diffusion and Anglo-Saxon cultural influence.
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United States
Department of Commerce
United Kingdom
Canada
China
Latin America
Philippines
Prime Dressing For Wounds And Helensburg Church Tower
In factories carbolic acid is kept for wounds but Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil offers quick action without scarring. After 62 years the St Michael and All Angels Church congregation in Helensburg Scotland resolves to complete the unfinished tower.
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Dr. Thomas
St. Michael and All Angels’ Church
Helensburg
Scotland
New Berlin Washing Station Offers Free Water
A Berlin machine uses a five cent coin slot to dispense water for face and hands. Each use includes powdered soap and a paper towel, providing a simple cleanliness aid in public spaces.
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Berlin
Germany
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New Baby Auto
British Columbia
Simon Report
Speed Boat
Minard
Japan
al Crugg
Minard’s
Para- Sani
Para-Sani
Appleford’s
Western
Hunter-Martin & CO
Regina
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