Controlling the Liquor Traffic Across Nations
The article argues for tighter control of liquor to curb abuses, noting wartime restrictions altered habits and may fade after peace. It contrasts nation wide prohibition in the United States with Canada where no federal ban exists and provinces, aided by limited federal measures, must handle control, facing Quebec opposition and provincial votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Empire
United States
Canada
Canadian Senate
House of Commons
Quebec
Prohibition Rules Linked to Plebiscite Advances in Peace
The special session lays out liquor rules allowing import for personal use until plebiscites decide, with provinces able to ban imports by resolution. If a province votes to permit importation, regulated sales or dispensaries may follow. if against, strict laws must curb abuses while public support remains essential for enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Catarrhozone Promises Cure for Catarrh and Bronchitis
Advertisements claim Catarrhozone cures catarrh and related chest ailments. It promises quick relief as inhaled oils reach the nose and throat, with a two month supply for $1.00 and a 50 cent smaller size at dealers or via Catarrhozone Co. Kingston Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eury
Catarrhozone Co
Kingston
Ont
Signs and Omens Creep Into Sensible Minds
In a concise reflection the author notes that many reasonably minded men still cling to signs and omens, suggesting superstition persists alongside rational thinking.
Drake Sword Sells in Inverness Auction
The sword of Sir Francis Drake, reputedly presented by Queen Elizabeth after his world voyage, sold at Inverness for 240 guineas. The piece is celebrated as Drake's ceremonial weapon from his knighthood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inverness
Sir Francis Drake
Elizabeth
Drake
Parmelee's Vegetable Pills Offer Dyspepsia Relief
Hope for the chronic dyspeptic advocates Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as a sure and speedy cure. The pills are specially compounded to combat digestive disorders and the many illnesses that follow, claimed to be successful always.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parmelee
Canadian Wheat Crop Output for 1919 20 Forecast
The government estimates Canada's 1919 20 wheat crop at 193 million bushels, about 4 million more than last year. Domestic needs total 75 million bushels for home consumption and feeding, leaving about 113 million for export, with Britain and Ireland needing roughly 180 million. Europe’s harvest woes lift Canada's market prospects, contingent on credit arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Authorities On Agriculture
Canada
Europe
Great Britain
Ireland
Community Expectation of Teachers Emphasized in Saskatoon
Col. T. E. Perrett, Regina Normal School principal, told Saskatoon teachers and trustees that the community must be fully involved in schooling. He urged libraries, parent teacher associations, and practical steps to engage residents. Other speakers included J. E. Coombes, Dr. G. M. Weir, and A. S. Ross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. E. Perrett
Regina
G. M. Weir
Saskatoon Normal
A. S. Ross
California Syrup of Figs Ad Card
An old promotional text touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for children. It emphasizes a fruity flavor, directs mothers to check for the California label, and promises clear dosing instructions on each bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Let Bygones Be Bygones Wedding Gift Tampering
A light exchange suggests not sending a wedding gift to Mabel. The couple recalls a plush upholstered chair she gave them, and one partner quips to let bygones be bygones.
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George
Mabel
Miller's Worm Powders for children’s ailments
Miller's Worm Powders claim to exterminate intestinal worms and act as a remedy for various childhood complaints. They purport to strengthen the stomach, combat biliousness, boost appetite, ease feverish symptoms, and relieve abdominal pain and griping in young patients.
Iron Pyrites and Clay Deposits Found in Elbow District
Immense high grade brick making clay discovered at the Elbow. Iron pyrites lie beneath the clay, offering sulphuric acid by product and a red oxide by-product. Claims filed on a quarter section. capital interest sought as Old Country investor eyes West resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elbow
Andrews & Cruikshank
Regina
England
Andrews & Cruickshank
Health for the Baby and Future Strength
The article promotes Baby's Own Tablets as a mild laxative to regulate bowels and improve digestion, claiming they keep babies healthy and strong. It cites Mrs. W. Orser of Elginburg, Ont., praising the product and notes the tablets cost 25 cents a box, available from medicine dealers or by mail from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. in Brockville, Ont.
Nature’s corns as small cruel proofs of life
A terse line notes corn kernels as a reminder that nature can be stingy and spiteful in tiny forms, reflecting on harsh but ordinary details of living.
A Man Faces Fear of Women in Moral Dueling
A terse remark argues that cowardice is not possible for a man when faced with fear of a woman. The line frames courage as a masculine ideal tied to resisting feminine influence.
Telegraphic links reopen between Germany and France
The general telegraphic intercourse between Germany and France including Algeria and Tunis has reopened. Provisionally only commercial wires in German English French Italian and Japanese pass. Censorship on German telegrams is raised. Press telegrams between Germany and Britain are allowed and code telegrams from Germany to Holland are permitted if contents are reliably reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
France
Algeria
Tunis
Great Britain
Holland
Minard's Liniment Claimed to Cure Garget in Cows
A scientist notes cholera germs resemble a comma but warns they can kill a man. The remarks link to medical beliefs and dangers of disease in the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard
Remarkable Co‑operative Record in Saskatchewan
In five and a half years since the Saskatchewan Agricultural Co operative Association Act began, 465 co operative associations have been registered. On October 29 Saskatchewan Co operative Creameries Limited will operate poultry killing stations at Regina and Saskatoon to market chickens turkeys ducks and geese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan Agricultural Co-operative Association Act
Saskatchewan Co-operative Creameries Limited
Regina
Saskatoon
Write Right, Not Worse: A Lesson On Speech
The remark emphasizes discipline in expression, urging both youths and men to choose words carefully. It contrasts the value of clear, purposeful writing with careless or harmful language.
Western Canada Crop Forecast 1919 Wheat Oats and More
Wheat authorities estimate Canada will yield about 248 million bushels in 1919, up from 189 million last year, with the Western Provinces contributing 166 million bushels. The West is also seen producing 227 million bushels of oats, 37 million of barley, 6 million of flax, and over 2 million of rye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
West
Suspect Not a Friend's Word But Its Meaning
A concise exploration notes that the term suspect conveys distrust and potential danger, distinguishing its implication from friendship by focusing on uncertainty and possible threat. The discussion emphasizes careful usage to avoid misreadings in reporting and dialogue.
Widow Rejects Clash With Man Who Misses Kiss
A young widow rebuffs a man who makes an unwanted advance and fails to seal a kiss, sparking a tense social moment. The incident highlights tensions in local courtship norms and personal boundaries.
Poverty Drives Broad Social Struggles Across Regions
A saying notes poverty as a root cause of numerous social problems, highlighting economic hardship as a driver of challenges in communities everywhere.
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Toronto
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New York
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Morocco
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