Radio Broadcasting In Canada Commission Studies Policy
The Canadian government forms a Royal Commission led by Sir John Aird to study radio broadcasting, its methods in Britain and the United States, and to hold public sittings across Canada. It warns private US influence dominates in Canada via films and magazines and argues for a national broadcasting system funded by license fees or strong policy to shape future Canadian radio.
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Canada
Sir John Aird
Europe
Great Britain
United States
Dominion
Moving Picture
U.S
Divorce petitions surge in senate records across regions
The senate divorce committee reports a historic rise with 214 cases in the past week. Ontario accounts for 188 petitions and Quebec for 26, with 121 wives seeking divorce and 93 husbands seeking divorce.
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Senate Divorce Committee
Ontario
Quebec
Minard's Liniment and Porcupine gold prominence in Canada
Minard's Liniment marketed for the Corippe and Flu is cited alongside the Porcupine gold area in the District of Cochrane Ontario. The Porcupine district is described as the leading gold producer in Canada.
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Minard
Cochrane
Ontario
Canada
Massachusetts candidate files brief campaign expense return
A Massachusetts candidate submits a concise report stating Paid nothing, promised nothing, got nothing. The remark highlights the minimal disclosure and empty expenses, reflecting a quip about the campaign filing.
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Massachusetts
Holloway's Corn Remover Promises Painless Rooting
An advertisement claims Holloway's Corn Remover can painlessly remove corns by uprooting the source. The copy emphasizes quick relief and simple at home use for enduring foot discomfort.
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Holloway
Old Paris Court Scribe Keeps Working at 80
In Paris law courts an eighty year old woman, who has served as a shorthand writer for fifty years, remains active in her duties amid ongoing proceedings.
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Paris
Phillips' Milk of Magnesia for excess stomach acid
Excess acid causes indigestion with pain two hours after meals. An alkali neutralizes the acid. Phillips' Milk of Magnesia is promoted as a safe quick corrective, proven for 50 years, with full directions on each bottle and available at drugstores.
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Bayer
Canada’s Climate Attractive Says Montreal Star
The Montreal Star argues Canada’s climate is misperceived as always wintry. It notes Europe’s harsh winter and Arctic conditions, then urges truthful presentation to attract immigrants rather than fearmongering with sensational Arctic imagery.
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Montreal Star
Canada
Europe
Black Sea
Putnam's Corn Extractor Promises Fast Relief
Advertised corn remedy claims instant pain relief and easy removal of corns. It cites widespread use and availability at drug stores, urging readers not to endure soreness.
Peace River Settlement Draws 5000 Homesteaders
Approximately one million acres were claimed last year in the Peace River country by 5000 new homesteaders. Bishop E F Robbins of Athabasca spoke at the Empire Club in Toronto, noting the land rush may be sustainable for about twenty years at the current pace.
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Peace River
E. F. Robbins
D.D
Athabasca
Empire Club
Toronto
Life Spurred by Dr Williams Pink Pills
Mrs W J Dowling of Tottenham Ontario testifies that after severe fatigue swelling and pale lips she recovered after using three boxes of Dr Williams Pink Pills. She reports restored color strength and renewed interest in life and recommends the remedy. A free booklet Building Up the Blood is offered by the Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario. Pills sold by druggists or mailed postpaid for 50 cents.
Bursledon Schoolless Village Shows Aging Population
The hamlet of Bursledon Hampshire boasts the highest aggregate age relative to its population with twenty seven elderly residents totaling 2115 years. The town once thrived but now strawberry growing is the sole industry as all the young people have departed for better prospects.
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Bursledon
Hampshire
Power Of Its Own Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil possesses a subtle power valued by users. It is kept as a valuable liniment with countless uses and has long been prized as a leading remedy for both people and animals.
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Thomas
Italy Bans War Film Exhibitions Throughout Kingdom
The Italian authorities prohibit any exhibition of films depicting war episodes anywhere in the kingdom, enforcing a broad censorship measure across public venues and private cinemas.
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Italy
Kingdom
Stamp Folly In Bognor Town Room Draws Attention
Near Bognor the king has gone to convalesce while a room is entirely papered with old postage stamps. The collection began years ago with a former host who wallpapered a room as a wager. Under the varnish lie hundreds of thousands of stamps and many rare items hidden in corners.
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Bognor
Baby digestion boosts gain with Castoria remedy
A dated health ad promotes Castoria for babies with digestive troubles. It claims sour digestion causes gas, colic, and constipation and that a few drops of the vegetable remedy ease discomfort, improve digestion, and promote weight gain. The wrapper should bear the Fletcher signature for authenticity.
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Fletcher
Pineapple Nests with Celery Nut Mix and Orange Garnish
Readable recipe details: Arrange pineapple slices on lettuce nests. Mix slender celery strips with chopped nuts. Pile mixture in pineapple centers and garnish with four orange sections laid symmetrically. Pass dressing separately.
Sugar and Orange Frosting for Cake
Make a syrup by boiling sugar orange juice and orange rind without stirring until it forms a long thread. Beat egg white until light then pour the hot syrup in a fine stream over it while beating until the frosting stiffens. Spread quickly on the cake with a flat knife.
Minard Liniment and American Attitude Toward Wealth
Quote discusses how Americans value money over titles, contrasting with British honors. It cites Sir George Armstrong from The London Observer, noting the tax records as the public metric of success and urging readers to consider materialism and sentiment in judging individuals.
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Great Britain
America
Sir George Armstrong
London Observer
Strain Of City Life Drives Insanity Rise
Dr. W. M. English of the Ontario Hospital Brockville argues city life strain now outpaces farm loneliness in causing insanity in Canada. He notes modern tools like telephones cars and radios reduce rural isolation, lowering insanity due to loneliness among farmers and settlers.
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Canada
W. M. English
Ontario Hospital
Brockville
Skyscrapers Swing Less Than Eiffel in Gale
In a strong gale the Eiffel Tower rises 984 feet and sways up to three feet while the Woolworth Building at 792 feet and other tall towers show motions of only about one and a half inches or less.
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Eiffel Tower
Woolworth Building
Need New Terminal Station for Montreal CN Railways
Frederick Palmer, famed British railway terminal expert, says Montreal requires suitable passenger station accommodation for the Canadian National Railway. His government-retained study explored furnishing eastern metropolis with more commodious CN facilities and the possibility of a joint CN and CPR station. The minister’s report was made public, noting the need for improved terminals. Dr Thomas Eclectric Oils advertised as internal and external remedy for sore throat croup whooping cough chest pains colic and other ailments with affordable cost and ready availability.
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Canadian National Railways
Montreal
Frederick Palmer
C.N.R
C.P.R
Palmer
Minister of Railways
Thomas
Value Of Birds And Insects In Country Life
The article warns that 10000 cater pillars could ruin an acre of crops and 12000000 aphids may be in an infested tree. It notes the national bird population is 700 to 1000 per square mile and birds protect against pests. It condemns killing insectivorous birds as harmful to the country. It also briefly mentions worms in children and promotes Mother Graves Worm Exterminator. It ends with a remark on extremely rainy regions in India.
Heavy Oil Production Grows in Alberta Fields
Alberta oil and gas output rises with 1928 production at 489,531 barrels, down from 1927's 821,154. Turner Valley supplied 410,623 barrels of naphtha and 70,734 barrels of crude oil, while Wainwright added 8,174 barrels. Provincial natural gas production reached 14,198,959 million cubic feet, up from 12,933,801 million in 1927.
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Alberta
Turner Valley
Wainwright
Electricity Nets Hire Fishermen To Fry Fish
Two copper cables set above and beneath water electrify nearby fish causing them to surface. These fish are then collected by workers using modern methods. The device renders traditional nets useless in many parts of Germany.
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Germany
Flu Claims Many Victims and Family Album Returns
A fragmented report notes flu affecting Canada with warnings to guard against it. It mentions the family album returning, a gas jet departing, and a Welsh road crew sign near Cardiff. Bucking ham Palace is said to have 209 rooms.
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Canada
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Yarmouth
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