World Happenings Briefly Told
A digest of global notes reports Saskatche wan road spending at 1.0 million and Ontario data of 20 004.60. British Columbia fires totaled 2 865 756 in 1922. The Curlew left Kingston Jamaica amid rioting reports. USSR begins anti corruption drive with penalties for officials. Mrs. Ambrose Small files will copy from 1963 late J A Small estate to her. King Victor Emmanuel allocates 1 million lire to expand the International Institute of Agriculture. A northern Western Canadian rail electrification survey is planned. Wheat Board legislation to form a board awaits provincial concurrence. Naval bill signed by President Harding seeks arms limitations agreement. Eva A Ingersoll dies in New York at 83, wife of Col. Robert G Ingersoll. Britain’s debt status updated to March 31 1922 shows total debt at £7 742 526 147, up 877 815. Henry Edward Pellew dies at 94. title passes to Charles Ernest Pellew of New York Cir.
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Ambrose Small
J. A. Small
Small
Victor Emanuel
International Institute of Agriculture
Household Hints Raisin Cheese Sandwiches and Almond Cake
A kitchen note outlines making raisin cheese sandwiches by creaming butter with raisins and layering on bread with cheese, then dipping sandwiches in an egg milk mixture and frying until brown. It also describes a raisin butter cake filling and a dough crust with almond sprinkle for a filled cake.
Guard the Baby Against Colds
An advertisement for Baby's Own Tab suggests regular use to keep a baby’s stomach and bowels functioning. It promotes the tablets as a mild laxative and claims good health and thriving when digestion is in order. Available from Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario at 25 cents per box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Denmark to Supply South Jutland With Electric Power
Denmark plans to extend electric power from its newly acquired province of South Jutland. The arrangement aims to stabilize energy supply and support regional development through a coordinated grid integration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmark
South Jutland
Papes Diapepsin Fast Relief For Indigestion And Gas
A brief ad highlights Papes Diapepsin as fast relief for indigestion gas and stomach distress. It claims immediate comfort from tablets and notes Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a trusted option for asthma related weakness with widespread availability.
British Youth in Canada urged to pursue farming in West
A plan by E W Beatty of Canadian Pacific Railway offers four Young Farmers clubs winners a full summer course at Alberta agricultural schools. The program exposes British youths to Western Canadian farming conditions, with visits to farms and fairs, and a return to Britain to publish experiences. The aim is to stimulate immigration of agriculturally skilled youths to Canada.
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England
Canada
E. W. Beatty
Canadian Pacific Railway
Agricultural Schools of
Alberta
Young Farmers’ Clubs of
Great Britain
Canadian West
British Isles
Fertile Land Survey in Carrot River Valley Report
Three survey parties with the Canadian Branch of Interior return from the Carrot River valley triangle near The Pas. They completed eight hundred thousand acres of reclamation information in Western Canada. Further reconnaissance is planned near the Demashire rapids on the Saskatchewan River to regulate flooded areas to Prince Albert. Experts claim a 25 foot drop at the rapids would drain the valley.
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Canadian Branch of Interior
Carrot River Valley
Canada
Demashire Rapids
Saskatchewan River
Lake Winnipeg
Prince Albert
Carrot River
Holloway's Corn Remover Eases Pain for Quick Relief
Advert says only the uninformed suffer corns while the knowing apply Holloway's Corn Remover for relief. The copy touts fast, direct relief from corns with this remedy.
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Holloway
Odd London Circus Couple Tie The Knot
A London circus wedding paired a 222 pound fat lady with a 42 pound dwarf. The wedding party included the bearded lady and the living skeleton attended the groom, as reported by the Manchester Chronicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Circus
Manchester Chronicle
Canada Sets an Example for Agriculture in Ottawa Speech
Washington watchers note Governor General Byng's Ottawa Parliament address highlights agriculture. U.S. farm leaders say the speech prompts Washington officials and senators to focus more on farming. They warn Canada and South American immigration may push the United States to boost its own agricultural policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
United States
Argentina
Europe
South America
Cas Carets Promises Gentle Bowels Cleanse
An advertising note promotes Cascarets as a mild laxative for adults and children. It claims relief from sick headache biliousness gas indigestion sour upset stomach and distress by morning. Each box costs 10 cents and tastes like candy.
Prairie Provinces Value Crop and Livestock Output
The Manitoba Free Press estimates the 1922 prairie outputs from Sept to Dec at 359,223,000 dollars, up 39,606,000 from 1621. Grain accounts for 244,315,000 with wheat at 218,145,900. livestock 36,889,627. dairying 54,018,000. eggs 727,942. wool 507,600. root crops 25,764,000. Canada’s wheat crop last year set a record, reinforcing its status as the world’s granary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairie Provinces
Manitoba Free Press
Favorite Prescription Endorsed by Mrs Godwin in Stratford
Mrs Godwin of 60 Brant Street Stratford reports enduring inward trouble and weakness improved after using Dr. Pierce s Favorite Prescription. She praises the medicine as effective for women and recommends it to others with assurance. All druggists carry the remedy.
Kidney Trouble? Brown Recommends Dr Pierce’s Anuric Tablets
Montreal reader T A Brown reports three months under doctor care with no relief before using Dr. Pierce’s Anuric Tablets. He says his kidney and back ache improved, weight and appetite rose, and sleep returned. He urges others to try the tablets, available at drug stores or by sending 10 cents for a trial package from Dr. Pierce’s Laboratory.
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Montreal
Que
Dr. Pierce
T. A. Brown
Dorchester St. W
Men and Money Meet in Railway Management
President C H Markham of the Illinois Central Rail road tells thousands of railway workers that men and money form a partnership in transportation but effective management is the crucial third element. Lack of wise management can ruin even a well funded and efficient workforce. The manager may come from capital or labor, but true power lies in mental efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Markham
Minois Central Railroad
Financial Post
Commercial West
Diamond Dyes Promise Rejuvenated Wardrobe For Women
A historic advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as a simple home solution to dye or tint garments without streaking fading or running. It claims compatibility with wool silk linen cotton and blends and guarantees perfect results even for first timers.
Ontario provincial fair delegates target cinema at fairs
Delegates from Perth Haron and Middlesex counties met to discuss rural fair improvements in Ontario. They criticized motion pictures for harming children more than chance games and urged the provincial treasurer Peter Smith to impose a heavier tax on movies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Perth
Haron
Middlesex
Peter Smith
Travelers at Pennzvazia Terminal Carry Gear
Different Direction travellers at the Pennzvazia Terminal carry tennis racquets and golf clubs while those at Grand Central tote snowshoes and skates. The New York World notes the contrast between going South and North. Mother Graves's Worm Exterminator is praised as a boon to children, with the claim that it seldom falls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennzvazia Terminal
Grand Central
New York World
Mother Graves
Financial solidity cited by government in balance and tax cuts
The government boasts that it was the first to balance the budget and reduce taxation, first to meet external debt, and first to propose cutting amounts owed. It argues exchange rates reflect the country’s credit and growing global confidence in its financial soundness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester Guardian
Spare-time showcard writing job advertised in Canada
Earn fifteen to fifty dollars weekly writing showcards at home with Wilson Methods. No canvassing, pleasant profitable work easily learned by a simple graphic block system. Artistic ability unnecessary. Instructs and supplies work. Dept. 99, Wilson Methods Ltd, Toronto, Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Methods, Ltd
Dept
Toronto
Canada
Salesmen Wanted by Large Company Promises Guaranteed Items
The J. BR. Watkins Company seeks earnest men for direct to consumer sales of toilet articles, spices, extracts, proprietary medicines and auto supplies. With over 50 years in business the firm offers a exceptional opportunity and requires surety. Apply today at Dept BR, WinterManufact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Argest Company
J. BR. Watkins Company
Dept. BR
Wintiger. Man
Lamp Wicks Treated With Vinegar Smoke-Free When Dry
Wicks dipped in vinegar and thoroughly dried will not smoke, according to the report. The treatment removes smoking tendency by eliminating moisture and sap residues that cause combustion when heated.
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Gillett Company LI
Camada
Saskatch@ran
British Columbia
Curlew
Kingston
Jamaica
Canadian National Railways
Wheat Board
Saskatchewan Progressives
Congress
Harding
Eva A. Ingersoll
Robert G. Ingersoll
New York
Col. Ingersoll
Henry Edward Pellew
Exmouth
Charles Ernest Pellew
Fred Raisin
Raisin Gers
South
Jutland
J. D. Kellogg
Sayer
Bsyer
Aspirte
Bayer
Bayer Company
Bayer Crom
Miller
Marshall
Wash
Mall Andrese
the Pas
Minard
Bilious
Thomas
Dominion
Mr. Brown
Credit and Exchange
Som-Mor
Sipe
Rene Kage
Eat Northwest Biscuit Company
LTS
Dominion Express
Stinson
Stington Remedy Co
Yormge St
America
Clay Glover Co., Inc
West
24Th St
U.S.A
Cutter Laboratory
Berkeley
Cal
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