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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 06, 1920
Page
3
Charles Applegate a Minneapolis real estate agent arranged a land sale worth a quarter of a million dollars. The property lies in Saskatchewan Humboldt district, a leading mixed farming region, with multiple Iowa men as the buyers.
The piece links back pain and rheumatic limb pains to kidney trouble citing lumbago and rheumatism as signs. It warns that delaying treatment risks arterial hardening and Bright's disease as adverse outcomes.
In the past two weeks three carloads of Saskatchewan butter were shipped to the United States. Two cars went from North Battleford Creamery to Texas and one from Saskatoon creamery to Chicago. Prices abroad exceed local sales, with 63 cents charged to retailers and 73 cents over the counter, boosted by exchange. Officials say shipments are surplus only and aim to grow milk and cream production as Saskatchewan butter is highly regarded compared to foreign markets.
The Youth's Companion notes that many high paid executives rose from ordinary rail roles. It cites examples of officials who started as an axeman, trainmaster's clerk, telegraph operator, fireman, warehouse man, or brakeman. Most began railroading in their teens, proving opportunities remain for capable graspers.
A fragment quotes a man speculating about a woman's character during a brief meeting. The dialogue notes she did not discuss finances or domestic burdens in the two hours observed. The tone implies a social or literary observation from a newspaper item.
The London Daily News debates disarmament and U S reaction to treaty terms. It notes American revolt against the treaty drafted by its representatives and the shift toward arming against Europe. It urges a sincere disarmament gesture from Britain to improve Anglo American ties.
An informal Ottawa gathering brought together delegates from the Six Nations of Brantford and allied British Columbia tribes to discuss enfranchisement, land rights, and internal governance. No resolutions passed, but a general Canadian Indian alliance was favored and ongoing talks are planned.
The passage promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a spring tonic to rebuild blood and nerves, improve appetite, clear skin, and combat tiredness. It cites Mrs S McBurnie of Tamatamago uche Nova Scotia describing restored health after using the pills. Availability is from dealers or by mail at Brockville Ontario. 50 cents a box or six for $2.50.
The article urges cooperation with neighbors to import or lease good sires before breeding season. It cites rising demand and prices for horses and mules, improving farm demand, and a shortage of quality stock. Industry figures urge buyers to favor large, sound horses over scrubs, with prices climbing as high as 800 to 1000 dollars for a pair and 1700 pounds per horse.
A brief vignette describes a woman laying in a man's arms, snuggling close as a rush of emotion swells. He gently caresses her and she sighs with delight, then she asks if she stepped on a cat's tail, adding a playful pause to the scene.
Advertises Sloan's Liniment as a universal remedy for rheumatic pains backache neuritis wry neck and sprains. Claims ease quick relief positive results cleanliness and economy with prices 35c 70c and 140. Made in USA.
The British nations overseas gained a distinct voice in shaping policy as shown by their signatures on the Peace Treaty and their representation in the League of Nations assembly. This reflects a new status within the Commonwealth and a move away from centralized imperial control.
A playful exchange centers on secrecy as She argues a woman could keep a secret if she tried, while He questions why the claim exists. She counterpoints that no woman has attempted, prompting a lighthearted contemplation of gender and discretion.
Lieut Aubrey A D Gray R N awarded the British Royal Humane Society gold medal for 1919 for a December 1917 sea action in which he jumped overboard to aid exhausted Lieut Walters. Despite a wounded leg Gray swam with Walters for over a quarter mile to a raft, then returned to the sea to save others before being rescued by a German destroyer. Lord Sydnenham said the society’s decision was unanimous.
A humorous exchange centers on hair tonic as a playful remark about dandruff. The line suggests a flirtatious, spirit‑in‑harmony moment with a punchy tease about hair care.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications. it is a constitutional condition. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and affects the blood to mucous surfaces. The preparation blends tonics and blood purifiers to address catarrhal conditions. Druggists 75 cents. testimonials and details available from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
Samuel Sainsbury and E. E. Laduke announce locating Belcher's Island area in Hudson Bay Quebec with 400 million tons of iron ore, enough for Canada a century. They describe transport by railway flats, barges, launches, and a two year supply of provisions. They claim the land is mischarted and much larger, with a 30 mile freshwater lake and nearby islands rich in ore.
Hon. E. C. Drury introduces a new Election Act in the Ontario Legislature to fix a definite election date every four years. He states the present Legislature will run to August 1, 1923 with general elections every four years thereafter.
A recipe for half pound Fowler's Wantmore Peanut Butter with one dozen olives, stoned and minced, seasoned with lemon juice. Advises using Fowler's Wantmore brand peanut butter for best flavor.
An advertisement extols Diamond Dyes with guaranteed fadeless color for wool silk linen cotton or blends. It claims the dye covers every fabric and offers a Direction Book with each package and a color card to match any material.
A dialogue shows A Different Mattes Countryman telling a dentist he will “drench” nothing extra for gas and to yank the tooth if it hurts. The dentist invites inspection, while Countryman deflects saying the toothache is his wife’s and she will arrive shortly.
The report notes Pluck overcomes bad luck swiftly, displaying resilience and quick decision making in the face of misfortune.
An old herbal tonic made from wid roota and barks claims to build up the body and protect against colds and influenza. It lists wild cherry bark stillingia Oregon grape root blood root stone root Queen's root and other ingredients and advertises trial packages and tablets.
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