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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 09, 1919
Page
6
The article outlines Proportional Representation and the transferable vote. It explains quotas for election, vote transfer from preferred to next choices, and how this method ensures representation for minorities. It argues PR is more democratic than the present system and previews forthcoming examples and objections.
Authorization for 277 miles of roads under the Good Roads Board announced. Project cost about 676000 dollars, totaling 3758 miles and roughly 8219000 dollars overall. Expenses shared equally by province and municipalities.
Nichi Nichi paper reports Chinese boycott of goods from Japan reduces imports by 70 to 80 percent since early year. It cites Japan export totals of April 26.84 million yen May 25.67 million yen June 19.86 million yen and notes China argues U S Canada shipping could capture former Pacific trade.
Berlin reports a new German escutcheon with the Hohenzollern arms removed. The emblem features a black single-headed eagle on a gold field, lacking the imperial crown and collar, with a red beak tongue and talons giving a vivid touch to the otherwise sedate seated posture.
Fire losses sustained in Canada during 1918 by fire insurance companies totalled 19,359,252 dollars, compared with 16,379,102 dollars in 1917, according to the annual report of the Dominion Department of Insurance tabled in the Commons.
The advertisement states the oil widens its circle of friends daily and travels from western and northern regions. It claims widespread fame and humanitarian value with moderate cost making it accessible to many buyers.
London officials and Sir Robert Horne discuss a proposal for a chain of imperial aerodromes linking main units of the Empire with auxiliary services to smaller nations. The talk covers coastal boats, private aviation competition, and war achievements by airships, noting Admiralty growth from eight to about one hundred airships.
The House Agriculture Committee endorsed federal rules on cold storage as urged by the President to ease the high cost of living. A bill was reported limiting storage to twelve months and requiring clear labeling of stored food.
An advertisement touts Catarrhozone as a rapid cure for runny noses and catarrhal colds, claiming five minutes using the inhaler and a vapor treatment that soothes nasal and throat lining. It promotes a $1 outfit, downsized 50c and 25c samples, and lists Catarrhozone Co. Kingston Canada as the maker. It also mentions Jos Martin plans to run in Labour ranks and Holloway's Corn Cure for corns.
War drives the ideal of perfect fitness and self improvement urging outdoor exercise and a clean system. The article promotes cleansing routines with laxatives and tonics, recommends Dr. Pierce products, Anuric for anti uric acid, and urges kidney health to prevent backache headaches and other pains.
W. B. Van Valin discovered an ancient Eskimo village near Point Borrow in far northwest Alaska. He reports eighty well preserved frozen bodies found in the site, with clothing and body shapes differing from present Eskimos. Remains of several individuals were sent to the University of Pennsylvania museum. The village appears to have been overtaken by a catastrophe. Local natives had no knowledge of the settlement.
A teacher defines a biped as anything with two feet and asks for examples. A pupil replies with a humorous example a pair of stockings.
British citizens wishing to visit Mexico for the first time cannot have their passports visaed, per instructions from Ambassador Bonillas to Mexican consuls. British residents in Mexico are unaffected. The rationale remains unclear, though the British government had similarly refused visa services for Mexicans traveling to Europe via England.
An advertisement touts Baby's Own Tablets as a mild thorough laxative to ease sickly babies and constipated stools. It claims the product helps sleep and bowels, with a customer testimonial from Mrs. W. H. Decater of Carsons Siding Ontario. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
A reader argues that taking a picture does not prove theft and suggests Stanley may be a photographer rather than a thief. The note defends creative work over assumption.
Doukhobor leader Peter Verigin suggests the sect may relocate from Canada if land holdings are sold. He notes large land parcels in Saskatchewan Alberta and British Columbia with the biggest colony in British Columbia and says South America could be their preferred destination.
A Detroit Free Press quip notes changing fashion and hair ribbons among girls after prohibition informally easing, highlighting social shifts and public tone in the era.
A fragment features a heated, sarcastic exchange between Jakey and Einstein with accusations of deceit and self talk. The odd dialogue style hints at a satirical or playful debate scene rather than a clear news item.
An old classified style ad touts Putnam's Corn Extractor as a painless cure for corn pain. It guarantees effectiveness in all cases and promotes a 25 cent price at all dealers.
The Veterans of France and Comrades a Hamilton Ont corporation is incorporated per Canada Gazette. It aims to support civil authority in mob law suppression and help returned soldiers reintegrate into civilian life. Directors listed include John Anderson James Findlayson James A Smart John Newton and J A Stirling all of Hamilton.
Washington DC reports the Department of Agriculture forecast projects this year’s cranberry crop at about 673000 barrels, up from 350000 barrels last year. The September outlook suggests stronger production for the fruit industry nationwide.
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