Importation of German Goods Sparks Canadian Trade Debate
Capt. E. J. Edwards, Senior British Trade Commissioner in Montreal, criticizes Sir Henry Drayton's budget provision that Canadian Customs ignore currency depreciation over 50 percent. He argues preventing German dumped goods protects Canadian and British manufacturers and questions the impact on the Canadian dollar. He cites rising German imports from Canada and urges self reliance within the Empire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Drayton
E. J. Edwards
Montreal
Canada
United Kingdom
Capt Edwards
Capt. Edwards
United States
Germany
Dominion measures assure health certificates for Canadian livestock
The Dominion Department of Agriculture says its efforts secure a clean bill of health for Canadian live stock. No animal or product from an animal may be shipped out without a Health of Animals Branch certificate, which must be shown and verified at departure and arrival points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Dominion Department of Agriculture
Department
Health of Animals Branch
Department of Agriculture
Fruit Growing on Prairies Claim by Norman Ross
Norman Ross superintendent of the Dominion Forestry Farm at Indian Head says all fruits can be grown in Saskatchewan. He cites apples plums and hybrid cherries along with berries and other bush fruit. This season about 3,000,000 trees have been distributed from Indian Head to farmers across the province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Ross
Dominion Forestry Farm
Indian Head
Saskatchewan
Ross
Rubber Heel Output Made Big Production Year
American factories last year produced over 115 million pairs of rubber heels sufficient to supply every man woman and child in the United States and the population of Greece besides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Greece
Lumber Shipment To Chili From Vancouver
First consignment of lumber for Chili in years left Vancouver sent by T S Mc Clay Harbor Commissioner for Vancouver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chili
Vancouver
T. S. McClay
Many Invalid Soldiers and Their Care Burden
The Department of Soldiers' Civil Re-establishment reports 5 585 undis charged hospital cases, with 5 324 in Canada 276 in the British Isles and 253 in the United States. It lists 58 incurables 900 psychopathic cases and notes imperial soldiers and Canadians are cared for by the department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Soldiers’ Civil Re Establishment
Department of Soldiers’ Civil Re-establishment
Canada
British Isles
United States
Department
Journalists Course Planned At Toronto University
A special journalism course will be held at the University of Toronto from September 12 to 17 with about 100 weekly publishers from Canada expected to attend. The program, arranged at the request of the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association, will be led by P Whitewell Wilson of Columbia University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Toronto
Canada
Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association
P. Whitewell Wilson
School of Journalism
Columbia University
Population of Greater Vancouver Grows Dramatically
A recent directory census puts Greater Vancouver's population at 222 618, excluding an Oriental population of at least 15 000. The year’s net increase is just over 20 000, ranking the Pacific city as the Dominion’s fourth largest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greater Vancouver
Pacific City
Dominion
Beating Heart Of Hatchling Kept In Glass Incubator
A chicken embryo heart, removed before hatching and placed in a glass incubator in New York, has reportedly continued beating for eight years, despite not being part of a living bird.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Spirit of Adventure Inspires Young Dreamers Toward Sea
The passage praises Shackleton’s expeditions and the lure of polar exploration over formal study and routine life. It notes that Ernest Shackleton leaders have no vacancies and that readers should wish him luck while eagerly awaiting his stories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest
London Times
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promised Clear Complexion
An advertisement targets young ladies troubled by pimples and blemishes claiming Dr Hamilton's Pills tone the blood. It promises rosy cheeks and bright eyes, asserting health returns with use. Sold at 25 cents by The Catarrhozone Co Montreal through local dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Hamilton
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
War Ends Officially Except for Turkey on Septembers First
The official end date for the war will be September 1 except for Turkey as treaties are finalized. Britain cannot declare official end until all peace pacts are ratified, though Hungary's treaty has been approved in Paris. The move clears Bank of England and stock exchange financial settlements and aids several business lines.
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Turkey
Great Britain
Hungary
Paris
Bank of England
The
Stock Exchange
Nerviline Promises Quick Relief For Hiccups And Stomach Aches
A vintage note touts Nerviline as a remedy for hiccups stomach pains bloating cramps and diarrhoea. It recommends slowly sipping Nerviline in sweetened water for hiccups and claims a 35 cent bottle provides useful relief in every home.
Farthest North Police Post Opens at Pond's Inlet
A new RCMP post is established at Pond's Inlet in Baffin's Land making it the force’s northernmost station. A Staff Sergeant has full police authority and will oversee customs and judicial control in Baffin's Land and surrounding territory. Few Eskimos reside there and traders occasionally call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.C.M.P
Pond’s Inlet
Baffin’s Land
Scarlet Riders
Chesterfield Inlet
Cape Burwell
Hudson's Straits
Amber Lease Granted for Manitoban Amber Sands
J. Dix Rogers of Toronto receives a 21 year lease on about 235 acres on the west shore of Lake Cedar Manitoba to recover amber. Renewal option for 21 more years with a one dollar per acre annual rent and five percent royalty on recovered amber value. Lease requires five thousand dollars in exploration expenditures within the first year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Cedar
Manitoba
J. Dix Rogers
Toronto
Agricultural Publications Circulated by Department in 1920
In 1920 the publications branch of the Department of Agriculture circulated 2,262,850 items. The total includes reports 15,719, bulletins 243,314, seasonable hints 712,911, pamphlets 117,692, circulars 168,155, leaflets 27,058, announcements 922,316, and agricultural gazettes 64,745 plus posters and mailing lists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
Scientists Link Sciatica to Edge-Of-Chair Sitting Habit
Medical researchers suggest sciatica may arise from a habit of sitting perched on the edge of a chair. The finding highlights posture as a potential factor in nerve compression and chronic back pain.
Woman Rejects Suit Seen As No Barrier To Marriage
A brief urging that a girl's refusal should not be taken as final for marriage prospects. The note references Minards Liniment for Burns and similar remedies as potential misdirections in courtship signals.
Equipping a Kitchen
Advice on decluttering and upgrading kitchen gear guides housewives to measure oven patterns, choose compact aluminum sets, and buy durable pots and sharp knives. Emphasis on cost-saving fuel and practical tools plus shop clerk guidance and quality materials. Also promotes Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy with testimonials of relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Kellogg
Atlaswede Clover Yield Sets Alberta Record
Atlaswede red clover, a new Edmonton originated variety, produced 10.6 tons per acre green weight on the University Farm Edmonton, breaking clover yield records in Alberta. Expect about four tons per acre dry weight with plants 30 to 36 inches tall and fine stems good for fodder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University Farm
Edmonton
Alberta
Hungary Signs Peace Treaty Opens New International Borders
Hungary enacted the Trianon Peace Treaty with the allied nations. A special Gazette edition published the convention text with black borders and a map showing prewar and postwar borders.
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Hungary
Raisin Pie Sets Record at California Auto Show
A massive raisin pie weighing 158 pounds was served to show visitors in Turlock California. The pie used 75 pounds of raisins in its baked compose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turlock
Calif
Germans Prepare Substitute Tea From Strawberry Plant
A German initiative develops a tea substitute from the common strawberry plant. Researchers claim the herbal brew offers pleasant flavor and health benefits comparable to traditional tea beverages. Local bakers and spice merchants anticipate market trials in regional fairs.
Tanlac Boosts Calgary Veteran After War Ills
A. Reff of 1507 Eleventh Street West Calgary, ex‑Canadian infantryman, credits Tanlac with curing stomach trouble, nerves, and weight loss after service in France. He reports improved appetite, digestion, blood health, and sustained energy, stating he would still recommend Tanlac to comrades. Tanlac is sold by leading druggists everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlac
A. Reff
Eleventh Street
West
Calgary
Alberta
Prudential Life Insurance Co
France
Regina
Forty French-Canadian settlers arrive in Winnipeg for western farms
Forty French-Canadian settlers with families reach Winnipeg on their way to farms in the Saskatoon and Edmonton districts. They came from New England industrial centres, having migrated from Eastern Canada before the war. Most were farmers and plan to resume their former occupations.
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Winnipeg
Saskatoon
Edmonton
New England
Canada
Summer Complaints Kill Little Ones
Summer complaints kill little ones. At the first sign of illness during hot weather give Baby's Own Tablets to the well child to prevent troubles and to relieve sudden onset. Keep in every home with growing children. Government analyst guarantees safety. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Manitoba Beekeepers Prosper on Strong Honey Harvest
Manitoba beekeeping advances with forecasts of a large honey crop. Demonstrations are held across the province. J. C. Dodge in Swan River Valley reports 1500 dollars from 33 hives in a single season. A Dominion City settler notes 76 colonies from a stray swarm and last year sold over two tons of honey at 35 cents per pound.
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Manitoba
Swan River Valley
J. C. Dodge
Dominion City
The Error of His Ways at Visiting Day Jail
A jail visiting day scene shows uplift voices urging self improvement. The prisoner vows future crimes will be avoided and promises to wear gloves on his next job, a jocular correctional twist from The American Legion Weekly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
American Legion Weekly
Shackleton at Sutton Hall previews new polar voyage
Sir Ernest Shackleton spoke at a garden party hosted by Mr and Mrs F E Becker at Sutton Hall Heston. He thanked Becker for backing the expedition and argued exploration proceeds beyond economic aims. The Times noted total polar costs over a decade reached £2,000,000 with £25,000,000 in economic returns from harbors whale oil and magnetic science.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Shackleton
F. E. Becker
Sutton Hall
Heston
Becker
London Times
Miller's Worm Powders Cleanse Stomach and Bowel
Advertised worm powder promises complete removal of intestinal worms without causing discomfort. It claims to thoroughly cleanse the stomach and bowels, leaving them inhospitable to worms and preventing any recurrence.
Canadian photoplays produced at Lake of the Woods site
F Hardcastle of Associated Producers Limited announces securing a studio site on an island in the Lake of the Woods district. Production of Canadian photoplays will commence there, with potential for a permanent base for the company’s operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake of the Woods
F. Hardcastle
Associated Producers, Limited
Western Wool Grades Well in Alberta Mills
Alberta range wools grade out with excellent handling and spinning qualities attracting favorable attention from Canadian mills. Sheep shearing in Southern Alberta is completed.
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Alberta
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator for Child Worms
A historic note promotes Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as a safe and reliable medicine for children troubled by intestinal worms. The claim emphasizes safety and effectiveness for young patients.
Birds usually fly below a thousand feet say experts
Naturalists note common birds such as eagles larks and crows reach heights around 6000 feet but general guidance holds that birds rarely exceed 1000 feet in flight. This contrast highlights exceptional soaring versus typical flight levels.
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B.C. Lumber
School For Journalists
Farthest North
R.C.M.P. Post
Minard
Burns
N. U
BY Loretto C. Lynch
Atlaswede Clover
Pie
Shackleton
Clark
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