Canada backs London naval talks to curb arms and seek peace
The article argues Canadians support the London five power naval conference aiming for reduced armaments and a stronger peace framework. It notes Canada’s small defence budget, contrasts U S and British arms spending, and urges universal support for the League of Nations and active Canadian participation in peacetime efforts.
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London
Canada
Dominion
United States
Great Britain
Germany
League of Nations
British Isles
Japan
Government of
Manitoba
How Lincoln Became Lawyer
Quin O'Brien Chicago attorney cites Lincoln's legal defense as the turning point in Lincoln choosing law. He notes recent records showing Lincoln was arrested for operating an unlicensed ferry on the Ohio River and that this spurred his legal studies. A second note urges memory of the Great War, and an asthma remedy advert promises relief from attacks.
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Abraham Lincoln
Quin O'Brien
Chicago
Lincoln
O'Brien
Ohio River
Romance Started by Waterfall Ends at a Faucet
A lighthearted note recalls a romance that began beside a waterfall and concluded with a quirky plumbing mishap. The anecdote visits a playful contrast between natural beauty and urban inconvenience.
Pulverized coal eyed to cut fuel oil imports in BC
The British Columbia Department of Mines promotes pulverized coal, with Ottawa fuel research help. J. D. Galloway notes proper use could end BC imports of fuel oil. BC produced 2,313,900 tons of coal last year, about 140,000 tons used pulverized in industry. wider adoption could boost a key local industry.
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British Columbia Department of Mines
Ottawa
Vancouver
British Columbia
Lady credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for renewed strength
Mrs James A Haughn of Bridgewater Nova Scotia says she was run down and very weak with headaches poor appetite sleepless nights and choking sensations. After trying Williams Pink Pills her health improved with better appetite sleep and energy. She recommends the medicine and notes a prepaid booklet available from Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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James A. Haughn
Bridgewater
N.S
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Radio Fans Organize Leagues in Canada Over Broadcast Ads
Canadian radio fans form leagues to press for listener concerns over heavy advertising. They back the Radio Commission’s plan for nationalizing broadcasting and government takeover of private stations with seven national outlets. Also mentioned is Mother Graves Worm Exterminator advertised as worm control without harming children.
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Canada
Radio Commission
World's Poultry Congress to Convene in London Next July
Canada will take a prominent part in the Worlds Poultry Congress to be held at the Crystal Palace in London. The Canadian live-bird exhibit will total about 1000 birds. The previous congress was held in Ottawa in 1927.
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Crystal Palace
London
England
Canada
Ottawa
Worm Powders Promised to Cure Child Parasitic Infections
An advertisement-style note urges mothers to treat children with Miller's Worm Powders to remove internal parasites said to sap vitality and hinder growth. It claims the remedy kills worms and relieves suffering and anxiety for both child and mother.
Scientists predict cornstalks may be made useful
A light-hearted note highlights scientists predicting new uses for cornstalks, suggesting ongoing innovation around agricultural byproducts. The quip about corn stalks being always useful adds a playful tone to the item.
Minards in the Stable at W N U 1828
A small feature notes Minards in the Stable on the campus of W N U in 1828. It highlights an arrangement or event involving horses or stables and a local scholarly or social gathering.
Social Hygiene Council Sets April May Meeting in Toronto
The Canadian Social Hygiene Council will hold its next annual meeting from April 30 to May 2 at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto. The programme centers on Health Insurance Venereal Diseases and Periodic Health Examination with many national organizations represented. Speakers include Prof. McMillan James Simpson H W Macdonnell and Dr Harris McPhedran with a Quebec venereal disease report and talks from the United States on periodic health examination. Dr J W Fraser will discuss preschool age periodic examinations.
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Canadian Social Hygiene Council
Royal York Hotel
Toronto
Montreal
Canadian Medical Association
Canadian Public Health Association
Canadian Association of Child Protection Officers
Association of Canadian Clubs
Canadian Federation of Women's Labor Leagues
National Council of Women of Can
Knights of Columbus
University of Montreal
Canadian National Safety League
McMillan
James Simpson
Dominion Trades and Labor Congress
H .W. Macdonnell
Canadian Manufacturers Association
Harris McPhedran
C. P. Fenwick
A. M. Davidson
Winnipeg
Quebec
E. J. Trow
C. H. Hair
Dominion
United States
J. W. Fraser
Kitchener
Persian Balm Advertises Beauty Aid Across Family
Persian Balm is pitched as the ideal beauty aid for women and family use. The copy claims it keeps hands soft and white, enhances feminine charm, and even serves men as a hair fixative and cooling shaving lotion while protecting a child's skin.
Aerial Passage Over the Rockies and Canadian Air Mail Plans
Vancouver Province argues a government survey of air routes in British Columbia is essential before a cross Canada air mail service can reach its full potential. It notes transcontinental mail aims to start this year from Quebec or the Maritimes coast, reaching Calgary after a daylight run to the Great Lakes and a night across the prairies, with Vancouver to Montreal remaining unfinished without proper route mapping.
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Rockies
British Columbia
Quebec
Maritimes
Great Lakes
Prairies
Calgary
Vancouver
Montreal
Man Asks If Chinese Are Fighting Again Or Not
The speaker proclaims that an educated person should know whether China is at war again, implying awareness of ongoing conflict status and its implications for global affairs.
Castoria Promises Gentle Safe Relief for Colic
A vintage advertisement touts Castoria as a pure vegetable preparation offering quick comfort for infant colic and digestive woes. It claims safe, mild relief for stomach upsets, constipation, and diarrhea, endorsing frequent use for growing children with Chas. H. Fletcher’s signature on the wrapper.
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Chas. H. Fletcher
Rice Pudding Recipe From Milk and Rice Mixture
A recipe instructs washing rice and mixing with sugar and salt in milk diluted with water. Bake in a buttered dish in a pan of hot water at 300 degrees for three hours, stirring the first hour to prevent sticking. Serve hot or cold with a sprinkling of nutmeg.
Old Fashioned Tomato Soup Recipe Summary
A historic recipe lists canned or fresh tomatoes simmered with onion celery parsley bay leaf cloves salt pepper sugar and soda. A white sauce is made by butter flour milk and water then combined with the tomato base before serving.
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Borden's
St. Charles
Garter Manufacturing Rumor Sparks Town Talk
In a clipped exchange a citizen asks where Brown got his money and a local responds he is in the hold-up business. The rumors pivot to Brown allegedly manufacturing garters while a neighbor jokes about a wife learning to drive and the road turning when she does.
Boys' Colt Competition at Manitoba Winter Fair
The Manitoba Winter Fair highlights the growing Boys' Colt Competition as a premier event alongside calf contests. The Federal Department of Agriculture adds 400 dollars to the 500 dollars existing prizes, boosting incentives for participants.
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Manitoba
Federal
Department of Agriculture
Canada’s Programme Pressured by Markets and Delays
The Toronto Telegram notes progress in Canada’s twentieth century programme is slowed by market crashes and wheat tie-ups but cannot be halted. Public enthusiasm sometimes races ahead before people pause to catch their breath as the pace adjusts.
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Canada
Toronto Telegram
Humorous Exchange Sparks Reflections on Family Ties
A brief dialogue a woman asks about poor relatives and rich relatives. the man replies he knows none of the former and none of the latter. The bite rests on social irony about kinship and social recognition.
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Minard
W. N. U. 1828
Social Hygiene Council
Ada
Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
United Farms of Canada
National Council Young Men’s Christian Association
National Council of the Young Women's Christian Association
Canadian Manufacturers Associa
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Trades and Labor Congress of
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Corns
Vv Pas
Castor
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Brown
Thomas
Rela
Putnams Corn Extractor
Cppleford Paper Products
Hamilton Ntario
Western
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Regina
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