Conservatives Convene Winnipeg Convention Sets National Tone
The Winnipeg Conservative Convention marks Canada's first national gathering for the party since Confederation. It unites leaders from nine provinces, endorses the Maddison Bay Railway project, and signals leadership by Western-born R. B. Bennett. The event aims to stabilize political thought and unify policy across the Dominion.
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Winnipeg
Canada
Dominion
Madson Bay
Trafic
R. B
Anett
Old North West Territories Assembly
Alberta
House of Commons
Justice
Finance
Ottawa
Mackenzie King
F. BR. Bennett
Toreet
New Serum Promises Effective Poliomyelitis Treatment
Bo Lilly & Co announces a serum developed after ten years of research to treat infantile paralysis. In cooperation with Dr Edward Rosenow Mayo Foundation the product uses horse-derived serum similar to diphtheria vaccines. Ten thousand units have been sent to epidemic centers from east to west and Cuba. Early reports note strong results in Ohio and California with diagnosis early, recovery without paralysis likely.
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Indianapolis
Bo Lilly & Co
Ohio
California
Lilly Scientists Advance Paralyzing Disease Serum
The work continues on a paralysis serum by Lilly chemists who previously developed insulin for diabetes care. The article notes progress in reducing handicaps for those already paralyzed.
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Lilly
Germany Plans Air Train Concept for Future Travel
German engineers sketch an air train where a powerful airplane pulls a line of glider cars. Each glider serves a specific town and detaches at its aerodrome, delivering passengers with pilots to their destination.
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Aeronautical
Germany
Banff Winter Carnival set for February next year
Banff Winter Sports Association president L C Orr announces the Winter Carnival will run from February 4 to February 1 next year. Preparations underway promise the event will eclipse all prior carnivals.
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Banff
L. C. Orr
Mothers praise Mother Graves Worn Exterminator value
A reader notes that many mothers testify to the usefulness of Mother Graves Worn Exterminator. London reports its tallest policeman recently died by his own hand after retirement due to ill health.
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London
France Sees 42 Ton Litter Shipment Fail Due to Addressing
Forty two tons of litters could not be delivered last year in France because of careless addressing. The note highlights logistics issues and postal errors affecting shipments and services.
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France
Unusual Expedition Aims Deep Sea Study 500 Feet Down
George M Williamson of the Williamson Brothers announced a deep sea project. Three men will descend in a steel ball chamber to 500 feet, observing life through heavy glass portholes from a schooner off the coast of Mexico after leaving San Francisco within sixty days.
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Pacific Ocean
George M. Williamson
Williamson Brothers
Jules Verne
Mr. Williamson
San Francisco
Mexico
Putnam's Corn Extractor Promises Quick Pain Free Corn Removal
A remedy claims to peel corns in seconds without pain. The advertisement promotes Putnam's Corn Extractor as effective after one or two applications with the corn dropping out. Consumers are urged to buy from druggists and refuse substitutes.
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Putnam’s
Putnam's
Old Age Pensions For B C
The Vancouver Province endorses old age pensions now in British Columbia. The paper says the pension will markedly reduce poverty in old age, easing hardship for citizens who have reached seventy and faced a difficult later life.
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Vancouver
British Columbia
Canada
A Simple Treatment for Children's Colds
An old period-voice advertises Baby's Own Tablets as a safe, narcotic-free relief for cold symptoms in infants and adults. It claims to ease fretfulness, aid sleep, relieve indigestion and colic, and stop diarrhoea and simple fevers, selling at 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Harvesters Boost in Western Canada 1927
The 1927 crop season marks a bigger harvester thresher presence in Western Canada with 200 machines distributed, up from 180 in 1926, cutting about 99 090 acres. Worm powder claims to restore health in infected children and remove discomfort from worm infections. A joke exchange contrasts a daughter’s luxurious life with a determined suitor's willingness to adapt.
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Canada
A Babe in the House is a Well-spring of Pleasure
Mrs Gordon Bouck of St Catharines Ontario testifies to Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription aiding pregnancy and childbirth. She recounts improved health during math class and a healthy baby, urging readers to obtain the medicine from local drug stores or a trial package by mail.
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Wiley St
Dr. Pierce
Ridgeburg
Unt
Prospector Otterson Plans Bold Northern Mining Trek
George W. Otterson, veteran prospector, readies a massive caravan to Manson Creek from Fort St. James. His gear includes a 1000 cubic yard daily dredge, blacksmith shop, sawmill, machinist outfit, and power plant. He resumed after thaw and hopes dredge will sift gold next summer.
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George W. Otterson
British Columbia
Otterson
Manson Creek
Fort St. James
Golden Empire
Far North Country
President Coolidge Bids Welcome to British Warships
President Coolidge aboard the Mayflower receives a 21 gun salute as British cruisers Calcutta and Cairo approach Washington on the Potomac. The encounter includes royal bands playing and a ceremonious greeting with officers and crews at attention on the bridge.
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Calcutta
Cairo
Washington
Navy Yard
President Coolidge
Potomac
Mr. Coolidge
Woman undertakes 3011 mile horseback ride to Los Angeles
Miss Vondre Viginy 22 accepts a £5000 wager with the Marquis of Donegal. She mounts a horse at City Hall New York and plans a New York to Los Angeles ride in 130 days, aiming to prove American women are not worthless.
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Marquis of
Donegal
Vondre Viginy
City Hall
New York
Los Angeles
Representation urged for Western agriculutral interests on Railway Board
United Farmers of Canada Saskatchewan seeks Western representation on the Canada Board of Railway Commissioners. A vacancy will occur as Commissioner A C Boyce completes term. Resolution asks rebuilding of personnel to favor Western organized agriculture and asks Western federal MPs for support. Similar action aims at CN Rail directors.
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Canada Board of Railway Commissioners
United Farmers of Canada
Saskatchewan
Saskatoon
A. C. Boyce
Railway Commission
Western Provinces
Canada
Canadian National Railways
How Should I Wean My Baby
This article advises gradual weaning starting around seven months with one to two bottle feedings daily and increasing gradually. It promotes Borden's Eagle Brand Milk as similar to mother's milk in taste and digestion and suitable alongside breast milk. Readers are offered free feeding instructions and a Baby Welfare and Baby Record Book by mail.
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Borden
Borden Company Limited
Montreal
Grante
Empire RAF flying boats begin 25000 mile voyage
Four Royal Air Force seaplanes start a year long empire cruise totaling 25000 miles with stops including India Australia Hong Kong and Singapore under Group Captain H M Cave Brown Cave. Spectators cheer as ships salute while the fleet expects to settle at Singapore.
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Royal Air Force
India
Australia
Hong Kong
Singapore
H. M Cave-Brown-Cave
Canada Honey Exports Rise Amid Five Year Gain
In 1926 Canada produced 21 000 pounds of honey with a 350 percent five year increase. Exports for the twelve months ended June 1927 valued at 191 43 dollars, up from 159 783 the previous year and 93 945 the year before. Germany remains main customer, with the UK United States and the Netherlands as others.
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Canada
Germany
United Kingdom
United States
Netherlands
Surge in Saskatchewan Motor Car Use Signals Revenue Rise
The Saskatchewan Provincial Treasurer notes a dramatic jump in motor cars from 10 225 in 1915 to 102 600 by end of August this year. Revenues from motor licenses and fees total 1 510 262, corporation tax 516 199 000 and railway tax 249 000.
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Saskatchewan
Concealed Identity in Essay Contest Winners Revealed
Major Gustave Lanctot of the public archives revealed that Louis Riendeau and Pierre Parent, named as first and second prize winners in the confederation jubilee committee essay contest, were fictitious. Lanctot is a noted Canadian history authority and holds several prestigious positions.
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Louis Riendeau
Pierre Parent
Confederation Jubilee Committee
Gustave Lancctot
Public Archives
Major Lanctot
The
Royal Society
Folk Lore Society
Canadian Historical Association
Oil Of Merit And Quality In Health And Homes
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil is described as a carefully researched blend of healing oils, not a mere advertising claim. The ad argues its power to repair and heal, and notes enamel quality in white painting affects long term cleanliness and cost.
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Thomas
Castoria presented as safe remedy for infant ailments
An advertisement extols Fletcher's Castoria as a harmless, gentle remedy for baby stomach issues. It claims it soothes fretfulness, fever, colic, constipation, and diarrhea without a harsh taste, praises a physician endorsed formula, and notes a free booklet on tare and feeding with purchase.
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Fletcher
Don't Marry Him If He Hons From A Car
Advice warns against marrying a partner who honks from a car and avoids approaching the door. The remark portrays him as seeking hotel style service at home and portrays potential relationship risk.
Cold vs hot compresses debated by scientists
Scientists clash over the best first aid approach as debates shift between cold and hot compresses. A recent exchange highlights evolving guidelines and the need for clarified recommendations based on injury type and timing.
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