West Leads the Way in Canada Economic Reform
The article argues Western Canada shows prudent municipal finance and balanced provincial budgets while the East runs deficits. It cites 1920s-into-1924 trends, urging Eastern critics to study Western gains, reduce taxation, and align with a broader national prosperity under Confederation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastern
Canada
Dominion
Confederation
West
Investment Bankers’ Association of Canada
Montreal
Western Canada
Ontario
Quebec
Investment Bankers’ Association
Canadian National
Canadian Shell Oil to Enter Canadian Field
Ottawa Gazette reports the incorporation of a million dollar Canadian Shell Oil Development Company. The move signals global expansion with the British Government listed as a significant shareholder, reflecting Shell’s international strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duicd Shell Oil Company
Ottawa
Canada Gazette
Canadian Shell OH Development
Mutual defiance and trust in Germany France dispute
Report notes the British state as the lone tolerance in European tensions. Germany and France confront each other with mutual defiance and distrust. France insists Germany will not obtain its aims. Britain’s attempt to mediate has left its reps viewed with suspicion by both sides. Also a clothing admonition: women should avoid slovenly dress. men are not expected to wear dresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
France
Los Angeles Times
Strange Discovery of Whale Skeleton Fragments Delivered
Portions of a skeleton once claimed as a sea serpent from Okanagan Lake were sent to the British Columbia provincial museums in Victoria. After expert medical and scientific review the remains were identified as parts of a whale backbone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okanagan Lake
British Columbia
Patares
Victoria
Diamond Dyes Offer Easy Tinting for Fabrics
A 15 cent package promises simple directions to tint or dye garments and draperies. It claims safe use on wool silk linen cotton and blends and instructs buyers to tell their druggist the material type for best results.
Farmer in Maryland Returns Suit for Replacement Coat
J. R. Witt of Westernport Maryland wore a long black suit bought 22 years ago into a store where the merchant traded it for a new coat and vest. Witt is believed to still wear the old garment on special occasions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Witt
Westernport
Women s Health Aids From Dr Williams Pink Pills
A testimonial from Mrs John Mitchell of Middleville Ontario touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for female health handicaps. She describes severe fatigue headaches and faintness improving after six boxes and urges other women to begin the treatment. Pills available from medicine dealers or by mail for 30 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Williams
John Mitchell
Middleville
Ont
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Justice in Britain: impartial, swift, and equal for all
The Catholic Register reflects on British justice, noting its traditions of impartiality and equality before the law. It acknowledges past harshness such as hangings for theft or highway robbery, but asserts justice remains above wealth or status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Register
Manitoba Butter Boxes Shipped to London Dairy Show
Manitoba dairy official L A Gibson announces ten boxes of Manitoba butter have been shipped to England to compete in the 47th annual dairy show of the British Dairy Farmers Association at the Royal Agricultural Hall in Islington London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A. Gibson
Manitoba Dairy Commission
Manitoba
England
British Dairy Farmers’ Association
Royal Agricultural Hall
Islington
London
Immigration Fills France as Unemployed Lingers
An article argues that France avoids social collapse through steady immigration after World War I. It cites 1922–24 arrivals including 412,435 Poles and over 500,000 Polish workers by 1924, notes Paris and northern towns host Polish registry offices, and claims native French unemployment remains acutely high while demand for workers grows nationwide.
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France
Paris
Lie
Nancy
Growth Of Fox Farming Industry In Canada End of 1924
At end of 1924 Canada had 1 466 fox farms with property valued at 10 815 832 dollars per bureau of statistics. Prince Edward Island led with 37 percent of value, followed by Ontario 16 percent Quebec 12 percent New Brunswick 9 percent Manitoba 5 percent Alberta 6 percent Nova Scotia 6 percent British Columbia 2 percent Saskatchewan 2 percent and the Yukon Territory 1 percent. The rest of the text describes various unrelated advertisements and anecdotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Bureauu of Satistics
Princee Edward Island
Ontario
Quebec
New Brunswick
Manitoba
Alberta
Nova Scotia
British Columbia
Saskatche Wan
Yukon
Vacation In The Air: Europe Tour By Flight Pioneers
Captain Frank Courtney who tests aeroplanes for a moving company and his wife began a unique holiday spent in the air. They travel across Europe, sleeping on the ground and dining in the air, after departing London via France Spain and Italy. Courtney notes he can judge airworthiness by feel during takeoffs and landings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Courtney
Europe
Courtneys
London
France
Spain
Italy
Courtney
Nerviline Relief for Stomach Upset Touted in Ad
An old advertisement touts Nerviline as quick relief for sour stomach gas and cramps. It claims immediate comfort when mixed in water and recommends keeping a 35c bottle on hand for family use and emergent fits.
Western Canada in better shape says CP rail official
George Stephen assistant freight traffic manager of the Canadian Pacific Railway reports after a five weeks tour of the western provinces and British Columbia that business conditions have improved since July 1 and Crow's Nest mines have been operating at capacity. The piece notes mining activity and general optimism about the region. Also mentions Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil marketed as affordable relief and a staple for the poor man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Canada
George Stephen
Canadian Pacific Railway
Western Provinces
British Columbia
Crow's Nest
Free Press
Ancient copper tools found in Transvaal ruins and roads linked to past mines
In Northern Transvaal scientists report fossil bearing deposits and plan an extensive search. Ancient mine workings attributed to small tribes are noted, along with a 200 mile ancient road through Woodbush country. Also mentions the ongoing use of Mother Graves Worm Terminator as a worm remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transvaal
Woodbush
Soviets and Poles Seek Friendly Ties Amid Security Pact Talks
Soviet Russia and Poland show growing warmth as M. Tchiteberin is welcomed in Warsaw. Officials see a possible Polish Russian rapprochement and fear a Western bloc behind a future European security pact. Moscow hopes Poland's goodwill offsets a Baltic and European alignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
League of Nations
Russia
Poland
M. Tchiteberin
Warsaw
Eireles
Europe
Soviet Union
Wheat Pool Grows Alberta Membership and Reach
Alberta wheat pool reports 676 new members since August raising total to 32 130. Canadian wheat pool across three prairie provinces tops 105 000 members up 13 100 in six weeks. Few physicians can treat patients who are not ill, highlighting public health concerns.
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Alberta
Prairie Provinces
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Million Dollar Oil Co
Fletcher
Lehane
Minard
Thomas
Holloway
Herr Saxe
Saxophone
T, Mibera Co. Limited
Torozie
Cat
Mother Graves
SPOHN
Ciemnes
Sporn Medical CO
Goshen
Is T.charles
Teen al As
AIN Vinard
Ciniment
Herbert Janvrin Browne
Washington
Scott
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