Editorial on Canada’s population policy and assimilation
The piece argues that Canada failed to retain its own population while seeking immigrants. It criticizes incentives for rapid settlement and lenient exemptions for foreign groups, noting that wartime patriotism later exposed risks of unassimilated communities and non-British born citizens. It stresses responsibility for past policy choices without vilifying newcomers.
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Canada
Dominion
Ottawa
Canada’s immigration policy pledge defend equal rights for all
A historical proclamation argues removal of special privileges for immigrants, insisting all residents become Canadians, loyal and law abiding. It calls for deportation or enforcement for disloyal aliens or births while stressing quality of population over quantity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
BromO Quinine Labeled Box Ends Colds Link
Ad copy notes a single ingredient brom oquine in cough and cold remedy. Mentions E W GROVE signature on the box and a 30 cent price. The phrasing remains promotional and product focused without clinical claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E W. Grove
Unsuccessful tragedian recalls stage urging
The father says his son was spurred to act by friends and later booed by the audience. The quote frames the tragedy as peer pressure and crowd reaction in the stage career turning point.
Mounties to Establish Detachment in British Columbia
For the first time the Royal Northwest Mounted Police will station a detachment in British Columbia with stables and barracks secured. The headquarters for the BC detachment, likely 450 men, will be in Vancouver under Major Fitzherrigan.
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Vancouver
B.C
Royal Northwest Mounted Police
British Columbia
Prairie Provinces
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Fitzherrigan
Huns Observe Easter Berlin
Germany marks Easter with comparative quiet as patriotism and strike warnings fail to stir unrest. The nation enjoys peaceful prewar occupations and recreations during its first holiday since the November revolution, with Bavarian disturbances the only exception.
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Berlin
Germany
Bavaria
Relief for Corn Sufferers With Holloway Cure
No man or woman should hobble about because of corns when so certain a relief is at hand as Holloway's Corn Cure. The advertisement-like line promises easy relief and positions Holloway as a remedy source.
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Holloway
British electrical industry proves self sufficient after war
The electrical manufacturers of Great Britain are credited with maintaining production across almost all electrical plant and apparatus despite German disruption. A reconstruction ministry committee found many articles had ample UK facilities, with gaps in insulating materials and glassware being closed or near closure. British firms now aim to supply global demand from complete power systems to pocket lamps.
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Britain
Great Britain
Ministry of Reconstruction
United Kingdom
Revert to old hours for Regina banks
Circular issued to Regina banks states hours revert to pre June 1 1918 schedule. From May 12 banks will open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays to Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 12 noon.
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Regina, Sask
Regina
Dr Thomas Electric Oil for All Men
An all purpose remedy praised for sailors soldiers fishermen lumbermen and outdoor workers. It claims to ease pain relieve colds dress wounds subdue lumbago and overcome rheumatism and should have a place in every home and travel kit.
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Thomas
University of Saskatchewan runs youth clubs across province
J G Rayner director of boys and girls clubs reports strong interest in forming clubs in many regions. About 3 000 youths aged ten to fifteen are enrolled with new clubs forming weekly. Four contests planned this year include pig raising poultry raising potato growing and gardening.
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J. G. Rayner
University of Saskatchewan
British Flag Over Constantinople as Conqueror Standard
A historic assertion compares the British flag to a conqueror's standard billowing above Constantinople, framing it as a symbol of a Christian nation extending influence. The remark implies geopolitical ambition tied to religious identity.
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Constantinople
Rag pickers and pickpockets seize what they can
A short wry remark contrasts philosophers who accept life with rag pickers and pickpockets who act on impulse, suggesting a world of pragmatism and opportunism. The line hints at street wisdom and moral sharpness in everyday theft.
Mongolian Independence Leaders Arrive in Tokio
Two leaders of the Mongolian independence party arrived in Tokio to promote political independence for Mongolia and Manchuria and to propose uniting the two Chinese provinces into one state.
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Tokio
Mongolian Independence Party
Mongolia
Manchuria
Rheumatism Cure Promoted by Dr Williams Pills
An old belief that rheumatism is from exposure is challenged and Dr Williams Pink Pills are promoted as a blood improving cure. A Canadian testimonial from Jennie Stockdale describes relief after eight boxes, urging others to try the remedy and buy from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
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Dr. Williams
Dr. Wiliams
Record butter price hits 58 cents a pound in Regina
Saskatchewan Co operative Creameries Limited sold a carload of creamery butter for shipment to Vancouver at 58 cents per pound last week on the Regina market, marking a record price.
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Winnipeg
Man
Regina
Saskatchewan Co-operative Creameries Limited
Vancouver
Putnam's Corn Extractor Promises Quick Relief
Advertises Putnam's Corn Extractor as painless in twenty four hours for corns warts and callouses. Claims it is the only remedy needed and urges purchase at 25 cents from all dealers.
Settlers Move Into North Country From Across Canada and U S
A large movement of settlers and livestock heads toward the Peace River and Grande Prairie districts from Saskatchewan Manitoba Ontario Nebraska and Iowa. The parties are choosing land suitable for the kind of farming common in those remote regions.
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Edmonton
Alta
North Country
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Ontario
Nebraska
Iowa
Peace River
Grande Prairie
U S Casualties in Archangel Front Reported
Since the Archangel landing last September U S troops have suffered 528 casualties including 196 deaths and 12 officers and 320 men wounded. The American force in north Russia saw very light losses this past month as British and Russian troops carried most combat.
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Archangel
United States
Bad resolutions are good ones that have been broken
A concise aphorism branding failed promises as constructive, suggesting imperfect aims can still hold value. The line frames resilience through imperfect decisions and implies progress emerges from imperfect commitments.
Saskatchewan Clay Deposits Offer Rich Fireclay Resources
Saskatchewan possesses abundant high grade clays suitable for stoneware Rockingham ware and white earthenware. The interior department notes eastern fireclays can yield refractory grade material and plastic clays for bond work and terra cotta, paving bricks, and other burned clay products. War disrupted boom conditions but a postwar rebound is expected with railway expansion and better demand.
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Saskatchewan
Department of the Interior
The
Dominion
Europe
Britain Spain sign financial treaty for trade and loans
The Spain Great Britain financial convention signed after weeks of talks provides Spain with a 75,000,000 peseta loan at 5 percent. In return Britain gains free orange imports and agrees to export 150,000 tons of coal monthly to Spain.
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Madrid
Spain
Great Britain
Miller's Worm Powders Proven Safe and Potent
Miller's Worm Powders act mildly and without injury to the child and have a deadly effect upon worms. They have been in successful use for a long time and are recognized as a leading preparation for the purpose. They have proved their power in numerous cases and have given relief to thousands of children who would have remained weak without this superior compound.
Alberta to Exhibit Pure Bred Beef Steers at Chicago Show
Alberta cattle breeders plan an Alberta pure bred beef steer exhibit at the International Livestock Exposition in Chicago this year. Prof. W. L. Carlyle leads a committee representing each provincial association to select the animals for competition.
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Edmonton
Alta
Alberta
Chicago
W. L. Carlyle
Chinese Claims to Be Stated Peking
Two Shantung notables proceed to Europe to present Chinese claims to allied governments regarding the Kiaochow lease.
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Peking
Shantung
Europe
Kiaochow
Black Watch Tobacco Ad Cartoon Verse
A brief Car toons Magazine cartoon caption promotes Black Watch plug chewing tobacco with a humorous exchange about buying a hat and spending, ending with a quip about sin and responsibility.
The Average Fish Story Remains a Real Life Romance
A concise note frames the typical fish tale as a reflection on real life romance and the quiet drama of everyday fishing scenes.
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