World Happenings Briefly Told
May saw 2079 entrants to Canada from the United States versus 642 in January. Hamilton's Mia Emma Brown claims to be the oldest Canadian at 108. The Earl of Hal four earned a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Cracow. Greater Vancouver reports 226,524 residents, up 12,777 in a year. Courtaulds to open large Quebec plant for artificial silk yarn near Quebec City. Harvest excursions planned from the east and British Columbia on similar lines as last year. The Canadian Federation urged a return to recent postage. Irene Geffen becomes South Africa’s first woman lawyer in the Transvaal Supreme Court. Britain and the United States sign a debt funding agreement for WWI loans of 4.6 billion dollars, effective for 62 years from June 19. Amundsen reports May 11 trial failed, delaying his pole air trip perhaps to abandonment. The Norwegian relief expedition is recalled.
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Amundsen
Pole
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Promises Quick Burn Relief
An advertisement urges keeping Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil in every kitchen. It claims no preparation is needed and that applying the oil to a burn or scald will relieve pain and end distress in a short time.
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Thomas
Stamp Agency in Ottawa Recognizes Philately in Canada
Dominion Postal Authorities establish a Stamp agency at Ottawa to supply collectors with special and selected specimens. Canada becomes the second country to officially recognize philately, mirroring the U S government’s philatelic agency as the only other in the world.
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Canada
Dominion Postal Authorities
Ottawa
United States
Immigration figures show April rebound in Canada entries
April immigration to Canada rises with total entries at 5 560, up 44 percent from April 1922. Of newcomers, 4 671 came from the British Isles, 2 140 from the United States, and 2 689 from other countries, with year to date arrivals at 22 140 and gains over 1922 in several consecutive months.
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Canada
British Isles
United States
Flour mill industry in Canada surges in fifty years
A historical review shows capital in Canadian flour mills rising from 14.6 million to 62 million, raw material use jumping from 32 million to 165 million, and product value increasing from 89 million to 195 million. Wheat flour exports also grow from 1.6 million to 53.5 million annually.
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Canada
Treatment Promise in Frost Bites and Chilblanes
Frost bites and chilblains arise from cold exposure. Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil relieves inflammation and pain with prompt action and simple application.
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Thomas
Homestead Filings Grow in Ea Meston Land Office Totals
Since the year's start through early May the Ea meston Land Office shows 58 060 acres filed for homesteads by 345 filers. In 1922 Edmonton area filings reached 1 500 with 234 490 acres total. Minard's ointment noted for sale nationwide.
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Eameston Land Office
Edmonton
CATARRHO ZONE Promises Fast Relief From Cold Ailments
An advertisement extols Catarrhozone as a universal cure for catarrh bronchitis and related colds. It claims guaranteed results and rapid action, with large two month and small 50 cent sizes priced at 1.00 and 0.50, available at druggists or by mail from The Catarrhozone Co Montreal.
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Catarrhozone
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Three More Posts For Mounted Police In The North
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police will establish three additional posts in the Northwest Territories this year. Locations include Cumberland Gulf on Baffin Island Cape Sabine area on Ellesmere Island and a site on Lancaster Sound. Existing posts will be resupplied and a judicial party will travel to Pond's Inlet for the 1921 trader Janes murder trial. A new steamship The Franklin, built for northern supply runs, is bought and will be deployed this year to support operations and field work.
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Northwest Territories
Cumberland Gulf
Baffin Island
Cape Sabine
Ellesmere Island
Lancaster Sound
Pond's Inlet
Janes
Franklin
Dr Williams Pink Pills Promise New Blood For Anaemia
A nostalgic medical advertisment claims Dr Williams Pink Pills restore rich red blood to girls and women weakened by anaemia. It cites symptoms such as pallor headaches and fatigue and includes a testimonial from Emma J Johnston crediting renewed energy and health after use. Pills are sold for 50 cents per box by mail or through medicine dealers.
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Pr. Williams
Dr. Williams
Comparison Nellie Mother Not Noticed by Police
Nellie tells her mother that she is not as pretty as a nurse because after a long walk no policeman has smiled at her, reflecting a streetwise quip from a Philadelphia Bulletin excerpt.
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Nellie
Philadelphia Bulletin
Accidents In London Highlight Railways Risk Comparison
London records show 595 auto and truck deaths, 63 from motor omnibuses, 59 from horse vehicles, 35 from trolley cars, and 22 from bicycles in the past year. Most fatalities occur on main arteries toward outer suburbs, not at regulated congestion points, as drivers and pedestrians show less caution.
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London
Great Britain
Trafalgar Square
Oxford Circus
Bank
New Freight Rates On Butter From Prairies To Winnipeg
The railways put into effect on May 10 new freight rates for butter shipments from rural prairie points to Winnipeg and other storage points. The rate reduction is about one third of prior charges for shipments of at least 2,000 pounds, with re shipment required within six months.
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Prairies
Winnipeg
Dr Hamilton's Pills Backed by The People
A nineteenth century advertisement claims Dr Hamilton's Pills mend lame backs and soothe kidneys. The copy asserts relief after the first dose, reducing dull backache and vague muscle pains, with a dosage of 25cc offered at all dealers.
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Dr. Hamilton
Dominion Parks Gifts to Toronto From Banff and Wainwright
The Dominion Parks Branch donated wildlife to Toronto with Banff sending three bighorns, three mountain goats, and one mule deer while Wainwright contributed a five year old buffalo bull. The mule deer met a cordial reception in High Park and a sheep leaped the enclosure fence.
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Wright Parks
Banff
Wainwright
High Park
Extent of Saskatchewan Forest Resources Revealed
The Natural Resources Intelligence Service reports Saskatchewan holds about 7.95 billion board feet of saw timber, with roughly 3.0 billion feet spruce, 4.0 billion poplar, 800 million jackpine, 100 million balsam, and 59 million larch, concentrated in the northern half.
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Saskatchewan
Prairie Provinces
Miller's Worm Powders Promises Health for Children
The text asserts Miller's Worm Powders protect children from worm related ailments and reduce mortality. It claims worms sap infants strength and that the powder can maintain health and prevent weakness.
Real Pleasure In Life From the London Herald
The piece argues that true happiness lies in simple joys and enjoying life. It contends wealth and grand possessions are pointless without genuine pleasure and contentment.
Portland Cement Exports Rise to South America and Mexico
Demand for Portland cement from British Columbia mills grows as construction activity increases in South America and Mexico. Trade reports indicate rising shipments to these regions.
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British Columbia
South America
Mexico
Millworker Wins Fortune in Derby Lottery
Mrs Nellie Ford an Yorkshire millworker drew Papyrus in the Otley Club £ 8,000 sweepstake after a £ 2,000 ticket gamble. More than 200000 players entered the draw. she refused an offer of £ 3,000 saying she had a dream fortune awaited her.
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Derby
Nellie Ford
Otley
Ford
When the average man reaches fifty he has eaten cattle
A quotation notes a rough life milestone claiming that by age 50 the average man has consumed 28 cattle and about an acre of potatoes, illustrating humor about consumption and aging.
Distemper and Daily Quips From a Dated Paper
A collection of quirky quotes from a Chicago Tribune style page includes a Sunday school lesson about making at least one person happy weekly, a boy Willie’s cheerful reply about visiting his aunt, and wry lines on wealth, honesty, happiness, and city building limits.
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Willie
Chicago Tribune
Beekeeping Success in The Pas Sets Northern Manitoba Record
J. H. Evans, Manitoba Deputy Minister of Agriculture, notes The Pas residents kept bees through winter following the northern march of agriculture. L. T. Floyd, provincial apiarist, reports this is the farthest north Manitobans have kept bees, a breakthrough acknowledged by Mr. Fivana.
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J. H. Evans
Manitoba
L. T. Floyd
Pas
Remedy for Corns with Holloway's Corn Remover
Corns arise from tight boots yet relief comes quickly with Holloway's Corn Remover. The advertisement promises a simple remedy to ease pressure and remove discomfort.
Well meaning hostess users verbal encouragement
A Yorkshire Post note describes a scene where a kind hostess advises an amateur vocalist named Mr. Brown that he can sing, asserting belief in his ability. The moment captures supportive social interaction surrounding a small performance.
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Mr. Brown
Yorkshire Post
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Cuticura
Bethe
Dominion
Caradean Depot Lometes. Limited
Mia Emma Brown
Hamilton
University of
Greater Vacouver
Vancouver
Courtaulds
Quebec
Quebec City
J. W. Ward
Canadian Council of Agriculture
Dominion Railway Mail Clerks’ Federation
South Afried
Transvaal Supreme Court
Irene Geffen
Johannesbure
Britain
War Times
Carter
Canadian Corrugating & Stamping Co
Boniface Man
the Man
R. \. LISTER & CO
W. KU. Rere
Stamp Agency At
Minard
Cork
Dodd
Trafic
Railways
Toronto
Dominion Park
Dominion Parks Branch
Department of the Interior
Banff and Wain
J. D. Relloge
Natural Resources Bulletin
Natural Resources Intelligence Service
London Herald
Portland
The
Dominion Express
Ors
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