Water powers of Canada shaping forward policy and plan
The piece argues Canada’s wealth in water resources positions it to lead in power development. It notes a public debate between government ownership and private investment, with provinces like Ontario leaning public control and Quebec favoring private development. Jurisdictions face choices on St. Lawrence and Ottawa power rights and national wealth. Citizens urged to act with慎慎 study before forming views.
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Canada
Ontario
Quebec
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
St. Lawrence
Ottawa
Manitoba Old Age Pensions Levy Planned in Legislature
Premier John Bracken announced a bill to fund old age pensions in Manitoba by a special property levy based on the equalized assessment. The measure aims to raise funds to cover the pensions and specifies that one half of the total amount will be ...
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John Bracken
Manitoba
Dominion funds to finance scheme with provincial half
The Dominion Government will cover half the cost of the scheme with the province paying the other half. The province will also bear administration costs routed through the Workmen's Compensation Board.
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Dominion
Workmen's Compensation Board
Advocates Film Censure Bill under Theatres Act
Advocates in Ontario propose amending the Theatres and Cinematographs Act to appoint a censor board tasked with revising films for their impact on children. Approved films would bear a stamp permitting exhibition to children under 16. unapproved films would be barred from showing to minors even with parental accompaniment.
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Aurelian Belanger
Ontario
Board of Censors
Harrow engraver writes Lord's Prayer on threepenny piece
A Harrow engraver has etched the Lord's Prayer twelve times on a single threepence with room for three more. This tops a Southampton man who wrote the prayer and two thirds of a time on a same size piece.
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Harrow
Southampton
Extraordinary Expansion Of Sun Life Assurance
The Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada reports remarkable growth with total assurances in force reaching 1.487 billion dollars, up 231.5 million in the year. Net income surpassed 100 million, five times ten years ago, while assets rose to over 400 million as new business and finances expand.
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Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada
T. B Macaulay
Sun Life Company
Canada
North America
Sun Life of Canada
Asthma Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Peace
Dread of asthma causes nightly attacks and ongoing mental torment from anticipation. Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy offers immediate relief and warding off future attacks, promising lasting peace and happiness. It is inexpensive and sold almost everywhere.
Canadian coal industry employment by region
Last year 29,004 workers were employed in Canada’s coal industry. Surface workers numbered 6 11 and underground workers 22,393. Nova Scotia employed 13,462. Alberta 9,469. British Columbia 4,003. Saskatchewan 648. New Brunswick 582.
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Canada
Nova Scotia
Alberta
British Columbia
Saskatchewan
New Brunswick
True Love Overcomes Most But Poverty and Toothache Stand
A witty remark notes that true love can conquer many obstacles yet poverty and toothache present stubborn challenges. The quip highlights practical strains on romance and daily life with humorous clarity.
Origin of the term Orange Pekoe explained
Salada Tea Co. expert Mr. Spalding Black traces Orange Pekoe to Chinese silver tip leaves once called pak-ho and notes the shift to Ceylon and Indian teas. He warns buyers that many so called Orange Pekoe varieties are cheaply priced or stale, and praises sealed air tight packaging as preserving flavor and purity.
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Spalding Black
Salada Tea Co
China
Ceylon
India
Holloway's Corn Remover Relief Claim
If one be troubled with corns, he will find in Holloway's Corn Remover an application that will entirely relieve suffering. The ad asserts quick comfort and repeated use is unnecessary for healing.
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Holloway
Lindbergh Rated Most Competent Pilot After Latin America Tour
Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh completes a tour of twelve independent nations and two U.S. possessions, visiting the Panama Canal Zone from December 13. He forged pioneer routes, navigated uncharted terrain, and preserved a strict schedule, reinforcing the view he is among the world's most capable aviators.
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Lindbergh
Havana
United States
Panama Canal Zone
Bolling Field
Washington
New York
Paris
Charles A. Lindbergh
United States Air Mail Service
Wards For Wounds Cauterized With Dr. Thomas Ou
In factories carbolic acid is kept for treating wounds but Dr. Thomas Electric Oil offers quicker relief without scarring. Will Shelton, chief of the Snohomish, carves his tribe’s history on a large cedar pole.
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Thomas
Will Shelton
Sawgrass Pulp Used for Paper Making in Florida Marshes
Sawgrass, a tall marsh plant found in Florida, supplies pulp for paper production. Minard's Liniment remains a noted remedy, while the Stahlete reference appears as an unrelated or misplaced mention.
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Florida
Aerial Sign Schemes Target European Cities
Reports describe schemes to flash illuminated messages from air via night flights. A multi engine plane with wing mounted sign device and a giant airship at Friedrichshafen are planned to spell words in the night sky. A pilotless, wireless controlled fleet is also under development to form letters from above crowds.
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Europe
Friedrichshafen
Birds of Northern Canada Singers of the North Woods
Explorers from the Topo graphical Survey report the white throated sparrow as the dominant bird note in the northern Canadian woodlands near Great Slave Lake while the northern plains echo with the Lapland Longspur. The friendly Lapland Longspur follows travelers and camps, a constant companion on journeys.
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Department of the Interior
Canada
Great Slave Lake
Lapland
Muscular Rheumatism Relief Promoted by Oil Rub
A sufferer is advised to use Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil for brisk rubbing on the affected region until relief is achieved. The text claims great virtue in the oil beyond estimation and urges persistent thorough rubbing for best results.
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Thomas
Life’s greatest illusion about money and contentment
The saying argues money does not buy happiness but adds responsibilities and worries, challenging the common belief that wealth grants contentment and felicity.
Loganberry Wine Production in British Columbia Grows
In 1927 about 90 000 gallons of loganberry wine were produced in British Columbia compared with 25 000 gallons in 1924. G Coventry told the Provincial Legislature urging local sale of the wines to boost the industry.
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British Columbia
G. Coventry
Toronto ad praises remedy for nerve distress and sleeplessness
Mrs Geo McKenzie reports relief from weak nerves and melancholy after using a medicine sent from Toronto. She credits the treatment with restoring sleep and tolerance to noise, stating strong personal endorsement. The product costs 50 cents a box, available at druggists or by mail from The T Milburn Co Ltd Toronto Ontario.
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T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Ont
Quick Cat Burglar Steals Jewellery in Esher Hotel
A fast thief ransacked a room in an Esher hotel taking jewellery worth £250. In three minutes he climbed a second floor window, rifled a wardrobe and chest of drawers, then escaped via a stack pipe.
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Esher
Grun Germany Hosts World’s Northernmost Vineyards
In Grun Germany located on a latitude similar to Newfoundland the region boasts the world’s northernmost vineyards. The discovery highlights climate adjusted viticulture near coastal Europe. Local growers report unique grape varieties thriving despite northern latitude and cool summers.
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Grun
Germany
Newfoundland
Man Reflects on Freedom and Its Limits
The observation notes that many who enjoy carefree independence eventually question the value of their liberty and the costs it imposes. It suggests a contemplation of personal choice and responsibility beyond fleeting impulse.
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Carter
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Stahlete
Amd
Plantomg
Union Nurseries
Ramery Company
International Patent Attorneys
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Phillips OF
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Cppleford Paper Products
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