Proportional Representation Debate Moves Canadian Reform Forward
The article notes widespread endorsement of proportional representation by major groups in Canada and abroad and argues for multi member constituencies. It cites Nova Scotia and British Columbia examples to show current system failures and outlines how PR would ensure fairer, more inclusive representation across provinces and groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Dominion
Canada
Canadian Council of Agriculture
Organized Farmers of Canada
Great War Veterans' Association
National Liberal Convention
Labor Party
Social Service
Councils
P.R
Belgium
Tasmania
British Isles
House of Commons
Edmund Burke
Nova Scotia
British Columbia
Liberals
Montreal
Toronto
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
No Thunderbolts Reported in Cardiff Weather Claim
The article explains that no thunderbolt fell in Cardiff Wales. It notes that such events are misinterpretations of phenomena like aerolites or meteoric fragments. When lightning strikes ground it can bore holes and vitrify sand, but true thunderbolts are not a real phenomenon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cardiff
Wales
Canadian Wheat For Europe Accepts Major Trade Offer
A London dispatch reports the Canadian Trade Mission has accepted the British Wheat Commission offer for 500000 tons or 19000000 bushels of wheat to be shipped from Canadian ports before navigation closes. The contract uses last year’s fixed price. The Greek Government seeks 112000 tons for September October and November deliveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
British Wheat Commission
Stember
Dysentery Warning and Cure Claim From Dr. Fowler's Extract
An old advertisement warns that dysentery can start with diarrhoea and worsen to severe belly pain, mucus and blood in stools. It touts Dr. Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry as a remedy, citing a Mrs. Jno. V. Tanton of Watford Ontario who credits it with curing her two year old after twenty five daily movements. The ad notes price 35 cents per bottle from The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Fowler
Matrimonial Drive Seeks American Husbands From Britain
Five thousand affluent British women plan to travel to the United States to seek American husbands, said Mrs. S. C. Seymour of Camden New Jersey who recently returned from Europe. She helped arrange transport for 300 war brides and noted passports are being applied for with restrictions lifted around October 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
S. C. Seymour
Camden
N.J
Europe
Seymour
America
Catarrhozone Promises Quick Relief for Coughs
An advertisement touts Catarrhozone as the fastest cure for throat trouble and catarrh with claimed relief in an hour. It targets weather-susceptible sufferers of lung trouble deafness or bronchitis and offers two months of treatment for $1, a 50 cent smaller bottle and a 25 cent sample at dealers nationwide.
British Farmers Rise to Save Nation During War
The London Morning Post lauds farmers who ploughed pasture and invested capital in tillage with minimal security, driven by the Prime Minister's word. Despite neglect, farmers expanded wheat acreage and proved capable, contrasting townspeople who once mocked their enterprise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Morning Post
Kolchak Calls for All-Russian Zemstvo Assembly
Admiral Kolchak head of the all-Russian Government issues a proclamation calling for an assembly of Zemstvos from the entire territory. The meeting is announced to be held at the end of October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omsk
Admiral Kolchak
Zemstvos
Occupation Changes in Levant Agree Between France and Britain
Paris announces a mutual agreement between Clemenceau and Lloyd George on Levant occupation. British troops must evacuate by November 1 from territories north of the Syria Palestine frontier, a provisional line pending final Peace Conference decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Clemenceau
Mr. Lloyd George
The
Levant
Syria
Palestine
Teething superstition among Italian peasants
A superstition cited among Italian peasants claims that rows of teeth worn around a child's neck aid teething. The belief reflects folk practices and rural lore without asserting medical efficacy.
Lumber shipments from British Columbia ports in August
A total of 19 776 814 feet of lumber was shipped on vessels from British Columbia ports in August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
A Mother's Trials and Dr Williams Pink Pills
A homemaker bears the health burdens of motherhood and seeks relief through Dr Williams Pink Pills. The text urges mothers to improve blood strength to restore health, energy, and cheer, claiming the remedy has helped many wives and mothers.
A Messenger Of Goodwill The Prince Of Wales Visit
The Prince of Wales arrives as a messenger of goodwill not of royalty. His trip marks a democratic exchange between nations, showing that British royalty has adapted to democratic spirit. He proved his martial and democratic mettle during the war and will be welcomed with cordial interest by Americans as part of a shared future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
Great Britain
Canada
James Atkins
Manitoba
C. FP. Gray
Winnipeg
Cody
Ontario
Theodore Soares
University of Chicago
Robert Falconer
University of Toronto
Helen MacMurchy
Department of Education
Boy Scout Movement
James W. Robertson
Dominion
Boy Scouts
Taylor Statten
Y McA
J. B. White
Ottawa Normal Schoo
Peter Wright
British Seaman's Union
Michael O’brien
Toronto
Dr. Suzzallo
University of Washington
John H. Finley
State of New York
Albany
J. T. M. Anderson
Regina
Sask
Milton Fairchild
Washington, D.C
Clarence McKinnon
Pine Hill College
Halifax
N.S
HM. T. J. Coleman
Queen's University
Kingston
Ont
J. J. Tompkins
University of St Francis Xavier’s College
Antigonish
Dean Liywold
All Saints’ Cathedral
H. P. Whidden
M.P
Brandon
Man
Iva E. Martin
Royal Military College
W. H. Alexander
University of Alberta
Edmonton
Alta
G. W. Parmalee
Quebec
R W. Craig
Brantford
C. B. Sissons
Victoria University
W. J. Lister
Strathcona School
Wis Bipes
Two Good Reasons Behind Fear of Honest Labor Patent
The remark notes many men believe a patent on honest labor exists and fear inadvertent infringement. It reflects skepticism about ownership of hard work and legal risk, suggesting widespread caution among workers and possible regulatory or patent concerns affecting labor practices.
No reptiles ever seen in Newfoundland
A historical note asserts that no snake frog toad or lizard has ever been observed in Newfoundland. The statement references the remote island's fauna and underscores the absence of these reptiles in the region.
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Newfoundland
Dublin to host world’s largest shipyard under housing plan
Dublin Port and Docks Board forms a committee to study a million for housing scheme promising three shipyards in Ireland with Dublin to house the largest yard. The report notes the King of Spain speaks English French and German and has written in multiple languages. Holloway's Corn Cure is advertised for hand blemishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublin
Ireland
Dublin Port and Docks Board
Spain
Love poems bound in calf leather bound edition
A note asserts that love poems should always be bound in calf leather. The suggestion emphasizes fine binding as a mark of valued poetry and traditional bookmaking craft.
Inventor of Work Left Incomplete Task
A provocative remark suggests the originator of a concept or method failed to complete the project. The comment underscores debate over responsibility for finishing work once innovation advances beyond the creator.
Chinese Sailors’ Guiding Duty in Maritime Disasters
The text outlines a Chinese sailor’s duty prioritizing saving men first, then children, then women. It justifies this order by valuing men for the state, the availability of adoptive families for children, and the vulnerability of unmarried women.
Settlers Accelerate to Western Canada in 1919
Immigration reports show settlers entering Canada between Port Arthur and Kingsgate, B C, at 2,537 last month, up from 1,898 in August 1918. The note mentions rapid settlement and cites Minard's Liniment in a tangential claim.
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Western Canada
Canada
Port Arthur
Kingsgate
B.C
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Lloyd George
Minard
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Chicago
U. S
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Scott
Wes
SEARS
Merrick-Anderson Co., Limited
Perears
Bannatyne Ave
Holloway
National Educational
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