Western Canada acreage rises with wartime grain boom
Reports indicate Western Canada has substantially increased plowed acreage for this year, aided by a mild fall and January plowing in Pincher Creek Alberta. American land buyers moved north last year, purchasing at 15 to 80 dollars an acre, seeking wheat yields from 20 to 50 bushels per acre at about 2.21 dollars per bushel. War boosted wheat prices, spurring emigration and settlement across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta aided by low taxes and strong demand for hogs cattle and other farm produce.
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Western Canada
Pincher Creek
Alberta
Canada
Post-Intelligencer
Seattle
Wash
Iowa
Dakotas
Warla
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Innis
Western
U. S
Ottawa
Retired Farmers Population Cited in Country
The article notes an estimated 700,000 retired farmers in this country who are not presently engaged in gainful occupations.
Lemon Bleaching Cream for Skin Beautification
Make a lemon based beautifying lotion by mixing juice from two fresh lemons with three ounces of orchard white to yield a quarter pint. Strain to remove pulp and store for months. Massage daily into face neck arms and hands to soften brighten and even skin tone. Minnesota last year produced 28 million pounds of fish.
Lace Season Is Quite Probable
A fashion overview contrasts Paris and Palm Beach shows for 1918. Paris guides American buyers with new silhouettes and metallics while Palm Beach reveals existing designs in jersey and black white tones. The piece notes slim skirts, Oriental influences, and rising interest in Chantilly lace for a probable lace season.
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New York
Paris
Palm Beach
Lhat
Jersey
France
America
McClure
Frills and Fancies Shape Spring Fashion Trends
The piece discusses a shift from cotton yolk to batiste for blouses with an all white season in view. Embroidery trims, net fabrics, and narrow bands of silk highlight spring attire while fur details like muff cuffs decline. Taupe tones and a variety of furs including nutria and squirrel prime the season’s luxe looks.
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Batiste
Japan
Feather Hats Display Style and Fit
Solid ostrich feather hats described as very good for afternoon wear. Hats are small and fit the head closely. They are tall, creating a tassel-like feather top with colorful combinations across the hat.
A German Republic Idea and Endurance
A speaker notes doubt about a German revolution and republic but believes the idea of republicanism persists. The German people will fight for an idea until its ultimate outcome, even after those speaking have died.
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Germany
Helne
Fire Destruction Toll and Estimated Loss in the Country
A recent report notes that apart from the thousands of lives lost, the annual financial impact from fires in the country is at least $300,000 in losses. The figure underscores the broad economic damage beyond human casualties.
Ethel Skates Into Debate Over Diploma Claims
In a terse exchange, commentators argue about Ethel's skating ability and the value of her diploma from a correspondence school. The remark suggests skepticism about training credentials while noting her aspiration to performance.
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Ethel
Sable
Will Interest Mothers Mother Gray's Powder Ad
A vintage advertisement touts Mother Gray's Gweet Powders for children to ease feverishness headaches teething disorders and bowel issues while destroying worms. Claimed to be pleasant for kids and used by mothers for 81 years with free samples offered by Mother Gray Co La Roy New York. Keep your eye on the humble man warning about traps using a cynical aside about crow's feet.
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G. A. Cook
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