Canada Prepares for Frost Beat with New Wheat Varieties
Saskatchewan figures show a near billion bushel Canadian grain harvest for 1928 with wheat over 500 million. Frost in August affected grades though scientists chase earlier ripening wheat like Marquis Garnet and Reward to beat Jack Frost. Government and universities push funding for faster, more resilient crops to protect farmers and milling quality.
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Prairie Provinces
Canada
Saskatchewan
Jack Frost
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Regina
W. R. Motherwell
Marquis
Motherwell
Department of Agriculture
Dominion Research
Dominion
West
Made Commander In Royal Naval Reserve
The promotion of Lieut. Commander Ronald Neil Stuart, VC DSC, to commander recalls his bravery in the great war. A Canadian, Stuart was one of two Canadians awarded the Victoria Cross while serving in the Royal Navy. the London Gazette of Nov 20, 1918 records the action. He was chosen by ballot under Royal Warrant provision 13.
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Ronald Neil Stuart
V.C. D.S.C
Royal Naval Reserve
Stuart
Royal Navy
Lieut R. Bourke
Nelson
B.C
London
Gordon Campbell
V.C
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil No Alcohol Formula
An oil blend uses six essential oils to provide lasting effects without any alcohol. The product is promoted as free of alcohol and suitable for care with extended action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Thomas
Singing Master Discovers Wife's Voice Improves
A dialog notes progress in the wife’s singing voice after lessons. The husband confirms improvement but says a full cure is not yet achieved.
Heart Size Facts for the Average Adult
The text states the heart length is five inches, breadth three inches, and thickness two and three quarters inches. It presents a basic anatomical description without context or measurement methods.
Betty's Cooking Quiet Yet Tire Changing Talent
Betty proves her skill in automotive maintenance with tire changing, while her cooking remains less celebrated. The quip frames her practical abilities and contrasts kitchen prowess with roadside repair aptitude.
Public Flying Clubs Lead in Flying Hours Across Canada
The civil aviation branch reports Toronto clubs logged 887 hours, Montreal 530, Ottawa 480, Regina 203, Edmonton 266, Victoria 77, and Calgary 37 hours. The Toronto and Montreal clubs top the national standings.
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Toronto
Montreal
Dominion
Civil Aviation
Department of National Defence
Ottawa
Regina
Edmonton
Victoria
Calgary
Youches that Add Style to Dresses
Mae Martin touts Diamond Dyes as fadeless easy options to tint or dye dresses. She claims true Diamond Dyes produce vibrant colors without a redyed look and promises her book Color Craft as a free offer from Windsor Ontario.
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Mae Martin
Diamond
Windsor
Ontario
Allenby Receives Distinguished Service Medal in Legion Ceremony
The Distinguished Service Medal, the highest honor of the American Legion, was presented to Field Marshal Viscount Allenby of Great Britain by National Commander Edward E. Spafford at the Legion Convention in San Antonio Texas.
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The
American Legion
Viscount Allenby
Great Britain
Edward E. Spafford
San Antonio
Texas
When Your Baby Catches a Cold
During fall days babies often catch colds with symptoms like sneezing red eyes and runny noses. Baby's Own Tablets are promoted as a safe laxative remedy that also relieves stomach and bowel issues, claimed to prevent complications and act as a home medical aid. The ad notes availability from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont at 25 cents a box.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Rum-Running Evidence Unearthed at Mobile Customs
Customs agents in Mobile Alabama uncovered a fragment of a letter indicating the discovery of 143 quarts of liquor submerged in a marsh. The paper was found among old federal records, revealing a 113 year old rum running incident.
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Customs House
Mobile
Alabama
Publisher Honored by Newspaper Association
The Swift Current Sun publisher and Saskatchewan Division president of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association was recognized by the regional press group for outstanding service to weekly journalism.
Swift Current Sun publisher named Canadian weekly president
Sam R Moore of the Swift Current Sun was chosen president for 1928 29 by the Saskatchewan division of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association. Officers include S J Latta honorary president and C R McIntosh M P North Battleford honorary vice president. Regina to host 1929 meeting.
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Sam. R. Moore
Swift Current Sun
Saskatchewan
Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association
Hotel Saskatchewan
Regina
S. J. Latta
C. R. McIntosh
M.P
North Battleford
T. H. B. McCullough
the Review
Weyburn
H. G. Sheldrake
Optimist
S. J. Dornan
Alameda
W. Ashfield
the Sun
Grenfell
B. M. Frith
the Recorder
Wakaw
R. Zubac
the Citizen
Kerrobert
W. T. Murphy
The
Sun
Viscount
Andrew King
Enterprise
Rouleau
S. N. Wynn
Yorkton
Regina Board of Trade
Manitoba Radio Station to be Upgraded by Telephone System
The Manitoba Telephone System will operate Canada’s largest radio station after installing a new modern set at the Manitoba Agricultural College. The station will be broadcast by remote control from Sherbrooke Street exchange and reflect rapid industry progress. Women suffer asthma in large numbers and Dr. J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy is hailed as beneficial with testimonials from women nationwide.
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Canada
Manitoba Telephone System
United States
Manitoba Agricultural College
Sherbrooke Street
Canada hops acreage doubles in 1927 output
The 1927 Canadian hop crop reached 1 037 bearing acres, nearly double 1926. Average yield 1 375 pounds per acre, total 1 425 875 pounds worth 456 280 dollars at 32 cents per pound. 1926 crop was 367 246 dollars with 594 acres. Also advertises Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a general pain killer.
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Canada
Note on Miss Wats and Brown Company Inquiry
A boss asks for Miss Wats name and the Brown Company phone number. The new stenographer answers with a flustered, garbled line claiming approximately 2000 something.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown “& Company
Headache Relief Promise in Minard(s) Liniment Ad
An old advertisement touts Minard's Liniment as a cure for headaches. It suggests ailments are avoided by staying out of funds and implies everyday relief linked to the product in a period voice.
Butter Shortage Looms As Canada Fails To Meet Demand
J A Caulder, president of the National Dairy Council of Canada, told delegates at the Dominion Mortgage and Investments Association meeting that Canada will be 15 000 000 to 20 000 000 pounds short of its own butter needs this year. He noted population growth and a high per capita butter consumption of about 28 pounds annually.
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J. A. Caulder
National Dairy Council of Canada
Dominion Mortgage and Investments Association
Canada
Mining shifts to air power as industry adopts aeroplanes
Readers learn that mining is increasingly using airplanes beyond traditional underground work, signaling a shift in industry practices. The piece notes growing aviation use for transport, surveying, or ore exploration, reflecting technological adoption in mining contexts.
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Minard
Public Flying Clubs
Allenby
Europe
England
Ireland
Scotland
France
Belgium
Glasgow
Halif Mous
Antwer
Lapland
Racine Baltic
Belfast
Liverpool
Spose
Portage Ave
Winnipeg
Man. Land
Alta
Atoon Pacific
Vancouver
White Star Line
Manitoba
Thomas
BAYER
Bayer Cross
Scott
Gypsum and Alabastine Limited
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