Fur Trade History Highlights Canadian Arctic Pelts and Trade
The article traces Canada’s fur trade origins from ancient skins to modern cold storage. It notes diverse species such as otter beaver and silver fox, explains prime pelts fetch higher prices in distant zones, and details key figures like Pond and the Hudson Bay Company. It also covers the early Montreal and York Factory posts and the trade's growth into a vast, regulated industry.
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Canada
Arctic
Esquimaux
Dominion of Canada
Dominion
London
England
Glish
Lake Seakenen
Pond
Red
Assiniboine
Manitoba
Rupertsland
Theorthwest Company
Hudson Bay Concm
Lower Canada
Lachine
Montreal
Quebec
Toronto
Winnipeg
Edmonton
Hudson Bay Company
Hudson Bay
Prince Rupert
Charles the Second
Great Company
Pelle Cuber
Mega
Coumbia
Southern
York Factory
Indiana
J. D. Athlony Evans
British War Humor Notes from India and Home
A Punch reflection mocks wartime logistics in India with a quartermaster general note about hospital mattress buttons. It also parodies fashion in Zambesi tribal dress and includes a light wartime trivia tidbit about a mine-ship incident and a cross‑story joke exchange about prisoners of war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Soreeen Oes Aupe
Rideau residence hosts Duke and Duchess for 5th anniversary
A short notice reports the continued stay at the Rideau residence of the Duke and Duchess, marking their fifth anniversary with private greetings and a quiet celebration. The couple were seen with close associates as they hosted a small gathering.
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Rideau
Future roles of the airship in civil and military use
A discussion highlights airships as essential for future transport and communication alongside guns in war. It notes airships’ high speed, ability to cross water without interruption, and potential mail and parcel service, while addressing carrying limits and safety. It mentions civil uses in prospecting and surveying and suggests navigation challenges could diminish with knowledge.
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United States
Africa
Royal Flying C
Thibet
Brazil
Roosevelt
Ary
Regina
Favorite Prescription Promises Relief for Women
A nineteenth century advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a tonic and nervine for women, claiming it strengthens, builds health, and eases pains during life phases. Testimonials from Mrs. Trowse Grantmann and Mrs. W. P. Texture praise improved energy, appetite, and relief from aches. Also mentions availability through Buffalo and Ontario branches.
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Cal St
Ebroad
Meath
St Y
Pierce
Sovali Florel and Surgical Institute
Buffalo
N. Y
Bridgeberg
Ont
Trowse Grantmann
Front &J
Niagara Falls
Oxt
Outlook in Clothing Warns of Looming Famine Threat
The piece argues that food supply pressure overshadows clothing needs while urging conservation of textiles. It notes fabric shortages due to wartime demand, urges redesign and reuse of garments, and calls households to pass on or donate usable materials rather than discard them.
A Determined Surrender In Deserted Trench
An officer confronts four Germans in a barren trench. After firing and retreating to summon support, the group overtakes him and pleads for surrender with gestures. He ends the encounter with quiet dignity and reports the event.
Catarrh Colds and Bronchitis Targeted by Catarrhozone
An Ottawa area advert suggests Catarrhozone inhaler cures catarrh, colds, bronchitis and related symptoms by delivering soothing vapors to the nose and throat. It claims rapid healing, reaches sore areas, and offers a three month supply with home delivery from Kingston, Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neal Croate
Conte
Catarrhogone Co
Kingston
Ont
Canada
Margarine Made From Whale Fat Edges Danish Use
Shortage of provisions in Norway leads to use of hardened whale fat in margarine. Department of Commerce notes whale catching off Norway’s coast, banned by law for years, to resume on government account. Denmark has used hardened whale fat in margarine for years with no reported adverse effects.
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Norway
Department of Commerce
Denmark
Black Sheep Wilkins Faces Repeat Discipline in Regiment
In a Vancouver Province report, Wilkins is called the black sheep of the regiment and brought before the commanding officer for breach of discipline for about the fiftieth time. The colonel accuses him of ignoring prior warnings while Wilkins blames the sergeant for not believing the last warning.
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Wilkins
Vancouver
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Samael
N. U
Zambesi
Socesy
The
Baptist Church of
Gary
Duane
Appleford Counter Check Book Co., Ltd
Hamilton, Canada
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