World Happenings Briefly Told
Notable recent events include Lieut General Sir Edward Hatton 75 dying in Lendor and Richard D Waugh resigning as British representative on the Saare governing commission. Benjamin Sakre Ottawa Aug 6 death. Earl and Countess of Strafford voyage to Governor General. Quebec to create insurance fund for families of officials. German grain importers contract for rye with Russia. L L Carter wins aerial derby London in 1 2 23 over 200 miles at 192.4 mph. Belgium King Albert I swears in M Forthomme as national defence minister. League of Nations sees 32 groups nominate for the court of international justice vacancy. about 28 candidates listed.
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Earl and Countess of Strafford
Elizabeth
Mary Byng
Liverpool
Montcalm
Quebec
Famil Jes
Russia
Department of Agriculture
L. L. Carter
London
Albetigg
Belgium
M. Forthomme
M. Devere
League of Nations
Court of International Justice
Ruy Barbosa
Brazil
Australia fruit production rises to nearly five million bushels
The annual output increased from about 1 600 bushels in 1918 to 4 762 876 bushels last year. The fruit finds a ready market in Fagland where it has helped lower prices across all fruit classes.
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Australia
Fagland
Knowing Ones Use Holloway's Corn Remover for Relief
The ad urges readers to choose Holloway's Corn Remover to alleviate corn pain. It presents the product as a quick solution, implying informed readers avoid prolonged discomfort.
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Holloway
Cost of Constantinople occupation cited in Commons
Prime Minister Baldwin reported in the House of Commons that the occupation cost since the armistice totals £29,115. In Norfolk, Paston Church reveals wall paintings hidden under whitewash for 600 years are being recovered.
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House of Commons
Baldwin
Constantinople
Paston Church
Norfolk
Eng
Man Anger Spoils Religious Argument Effect
A remark notes that allowing anger to surge during a religious argument ruins the impact and harms constructive discussion. It emphasizes calm temper as essential to meaningful dialogue and mutual respect.
Pale Faces and Worn Out Nerves
An advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for anaemia and nervous weakness. It cites a testimonial from Margaret J Fraser of Thessalon Ont who reports restored health after using multiple boxes and endorses buying from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Canadian Flour Trade Possibility in China Encouraged
G A Rolf Emery, Assistant Trade Commissioner, based in Hong Kong, says Canada could capture most of the South China flour market by adapting mills to Chinese preferences. He notes Hong Kong as the key distributing center and urges producing finer flour with 20 percent gluten and bleaching to meet Chinese whiteness standards to win greater market share.
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The
Commercial Intelligence Journal
Federal Department of Trade and Commerce
G. A. Rolf Emery
Hong Kong
Canada
South China
Emery
China
Vancouver Port Exports Rise For Flour And Wheat
Vancouver Merchants' Exchange reports rapid growth in flour and grain shipments to Great Britain and the Orient from Vancouver. In six months exports reached about half a million barrels of flour and over ten million bushels of wheat, a sharp rise from the prior year.
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Great Britain
The
Orient
Vancouver
Dr Fowler's Wild Strawberry for summer complaint
The ad extols Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry as a safe effective remedy for infant diarrhea and summer complaint. It cites Mrs Lafontaine of Great Desert Ontario praising its use after two doses and notes a 50 cent bottle sold by The T Milburn Co Limited of Toronto Ontario.
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Dr. Fowler
T. Milburn Co. Limited
Toronto
Miller's Worm Powders Promote Quick Worm Relief
The ad touts Miller's Worm Powders as prompt relief from worm attacks in children. It claims powerful action and an invigorating effect on the youthful system, remedying fever, biliousness, loss of appetite, sleeplessness, and related stomach and bowel disorders.
Tourists Flow Through Alberta Ahead of Stampede
Thousands of visitors pass Alberta national parks and sites with major auto camps in Calgary and Edmonton reporting high turnout. During the Calgary Stampede nineteen auto parties from California registered at the Calgary camp.
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Alberta
Calgary
Eamonton
California
Irrigated district ships record 153 wheat cars in 1922
Since September 1922 the Vauxhall centric irrigated area sent 153 cars of wheat, 44 cars of potatoes, 17 cars of hay, 37 cars of sheep, 8 cars of cattle, 5 cars of hogs, and 6 cars of mixed feed from 10 000 acres. This reflects the progress on Southern Alberta irrigated lands.
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Vauxhall
Alberta
Fundamental rights quoted by Springfield Union
The Springfield Union asserts that the rights to work trade life liberty and the pursuit of happiness are fundamental and not to be arbitrarily exercised by any movement’s leaders whether in labor capital or reform.
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Jast
Sprinfield Union
Dr. Thomas Electric Oil for Scalds and Burns
Dr Thomas Electric Oil is a standard remedy for prompt treatment of scalds and burns. It soothes pain and aids a speedy recovery. It also treats cuts bruises and sprains and relieves inflammation pains. A bottle in the house and stable saves many doctor and veterinary fees.
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Thomas
Cordova Alaska Seeks Civic Award To Honor City
The Victoria Times notes President Harding found Cordova in good order with no grievances or new government ideas. It suggests Cordova deserves a civic award to honor its unique status and have its name engraved on the scroll.
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Harding
Cordova
Alaska
Victoria Times
Gods of Modern Grub Street by A. St. John Adcock
London editor A St John Adcock presents Gods of Modern Grub Street a critique of leading contemporary writers. The book includes studio portraits by O E Hoppe and profiles of about thirty two authors including Jeffery Farnoi W J Locke Sheila Kaye Smith H G Wells Donn Byrne and A S M Hutchinson. Canada edition due September from Musson Book Co Toronto.
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A. St. John Adcock
London Bookman
Adcock
London
Canada
Musson Book Co. Ltd
Toronto
O. E. Hoppe
Jeffery Farnoi
W. J. Locke
Sheila Kaye-Smith
H. G. Wells
Donn Byrne
A. S. M. Hutchinson
Dominion
Italy Reports World’s Lowest Cancer Rate Says Official
Prof Latrarie Director General of Public Health announced that Italy has the world’s lowest cancer rate based on recent statistics. The statement underscores national health data and compares international figures from the study.
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Italy
Prof
Latrarie
A Flying Mail Train Introduced In England
The Daily Chronicle reports a new English aircraft concept a flying mail train. It features a 2000 mile range 24 hour air endurance and on board sleeping quarters for a crew working shifts. Automatic self balancing and compass guided rudder control are outlined for night fog or cloud conditions.
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England
Daily Chronicle
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promise Quick Sleep Aid
Claiming to cure constipation headaches bad breath sour stomach and muddy complexion the advertisement claims Dr Hamilton's Pills work in one night and are gentle enough for children and delicate women. It urges people who feel run down or exhausted to try the 25 cent boxes sold everywhere.
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Dr. Hamilton
Hamilton
Ottawa Shipments Of Live Chicks By Mail Questioned
Officials explain live chicks can travel 12 hours to three days without food after hatching. Despite Canada postal rules, some US shipments are allowed to proceed to destinations to avoid chick mortality. Hatchlings are ordered before hatch and placed in special cases for direct delivery, usually arriving healthy.
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Parcel
Canada
Post Office
United States
France Reclaims Vast Farmland Restores Prosperous Status
France has restored almost all high quality land to cultivation with about 4.4 million of 5.6 million acres re-adapted by September 1. Much of the remaining land is unproductive soil likely to stay idle until economic pressure causes cultivation. France is deemed the most prosperous European country in trade indices, surpassing Holland and Switzerland whose currencies are near parity.
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France
Europe
Holland
Switzerland
Substitute for flax linen found in New Zealand flax
A new flax substitute, flax lily, abundant in New Zealand, is praised as easier to grow than flax and yields 2,240 pounds per acre. The plant is said to adapt well to Europe and North America, offering a viable alternative as flax becomes rarer and more costly.
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New Zealand
Europe
North America
Girl Proclaims She Reached Twenty One in Rowdy Exchange
A flirty dialogue unfolds as a man asks the girl's age and she coyly replies she has just reached twenty one. He teases with mock concern asking what kept her, adding a lighthearted note to the dance.
Denmark Eyes Abolition of Capital Punishment
After a 30 year gap since the last execution, Denmark's punishment commission weighs a proposal to abolish the death penalty. The discussion centers on legal reform and potential impacts on justice and crime deterrence.
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Denmark
American sailor becomes third to swim English Channel
Henry Sullivan of Lowell Massachusetts completed the crossing in 28 hours 50 minutes landing at Calais after 90 kilometers of swimming. He follows Captain Matthew Webb and T W Burgess as the first three to conquer the channel. A London prize of 5000 dollars awaits any successful swimmer.
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Henry Sullivan
Lowell
Mass
English Channel
Paris
Exchange Telegraph Company
Calais
Sullivan
Matthew Webb
T W. Burgess
Webb
Burgess
South Foreland
England
Letchatelet
France
London
Channel
Green Isles Need Law Harmony, Says Globe Editorial
The Toronto Globe laments no murders in Ulster in three months and contrasts with 89 in 1922. It argues improved law observance between North and South would restore happiness and prosperity to the Green Isles.
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Ulster
Green Isles
Toronto Globe
Worm Exterminator Proclaimed Boon to Suffering Children
Recognized as a leading specific for worm destruction Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator is praised for its effectiveness and reliability, offering relief to afflicted children.
Sutlej River Fastest Flow In India From Peak To Valley
The Sutlej in India is described as the fastest flowing river, rising 15 200 feet above sea level and descending 12 000 feet over a distance of 180 miles. This creates a dramatic gradient with steep drops along its course.
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India
Contentment and Fairness Inspire Some to Demand More
A witty line notes that not all seek merely decent treatment. some push for frequent, ongoing consideration. The remark highlights a restless mindset that equates dignity with constant, repeated recognition rather than a one time courtesy.
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Royal BR
Sir Edward Hatton
Lendor
Richard D. Waugh
Winnipeg
Saare
Benjamin Sakre
Ottawa
Epe Care Book
W. N. UL
Is Canadian Mills
Lillian R. Ladue
Jericho
el Paso Herald
Minard
Mr. Adcock
Beals
Liniment
Acre
Peete
Os Jon Express
Kendall
Kenaston
Saak
M. Zeman
B. J. Kendall
Enosburg Falls
U.S.A
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