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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
6
The census shows the urban population now exceeds rural in the United States for the first time, with industrial growth, wartime migration, and city life drawing workers from farms. Canada shows a similar trend though Ontario still leans rural amid prairie growth, reflecting a broader shift in agricultural employment.
A historical article argues that governments and public bodies must prioritize agriculture as the base of all industry. It warns the civil service is overburdened and in a perilous position, urging leaders to consider long term reforms for stability and growth.
One night proves the power of Dr Hamilton's Pills a laxative described as smooth and easy to use for costiveness. The ad promises headaches digestion appetite energy and vitality improvements for those half sick run down or lacking spirit with 25 cent boxes sold widely.
The Okanagan United Growers establish a subsidiary to handle inferior fruit for processing into juices and cider. The move aims to remove lower quality produce from fresh markets while better varieties remain in demand, with scattered mills supporting juice production.
John Ross Higgins of Kempville Ontario appointed by the civil service commission as promoter of egg production in Alberta's department of agriculture. Eighty seven percent of former Austria-Hungarian mills are now in the Czecho-Slovakia republic. Repentence is often confounded by determination not to get caught.
AL A Walters of Walters & Dunbar in Chicago says a large demand for Canadian feeders and stockers will hit the United States this fall. He notes Canadian cattle finish well, absorbable by U S stock raisers, with tariffs shaping import flows. farmers in the corn belt plan to buy by September first, from Chicago St Paul and Winnipeg markets.
Ogilvie Milling Company estimates total Canadian wheat yield this year at 226 to 250 million bushels based on agent reports. W A Black, vice president and managing director, notes this is a rise of 50 to 75 million bushels from last year.
An 19th century advertisement touts Miller's Worm Powders as a quick remedy for children's worm infestations. It describes symptoms of worms such as restlessness grinding teeth and peevishness and claims the powder attacks worms on administration, grinding them to atoms which pass in evacuations and provide immediate relief.
The leaves of a South African plant were once claimed to be 180 times sweeter than cane sugar but are now identified as a glycerine. The USDA reports obtaining dried leaves and seeds, noting the leaves may rival saccharin in sweetness.
Alberta moves to safeguard migratory birds by creating seven large sanctuaries. The plan targets key habitats and critical flyways to boost bird protection and ecological health across the province.
Census officials estimate the 1920 returns will show more residents in cities than rural areas, with about 52 percent in urban districts. Director Samuel L. Rogers notes a long running shift to cities and towns, a trend hard to explain. A separate note praises Dr Thomas selectric Oil for respiratory relief and bronchial inflammation.
An advertisement touts Putnam's Core Extractor as a quick painless cure for bunions and related foot pains. It claims relief in 24 hours and promotes a 25 cent price at all dealers, featuring a policeman friend as endorsing figure.
Hot weather dangers to infants cited with risks of diarrhoea dysentery and infantum. The piece urges keeping Baby’s Own Tablets in the home and using them promptly for stomach and bowel troubles. Sold by medicine dealers or mail order from The Dr William Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
Report outlines two German descent salesmen peddling German marks in western Ontario towns including Hanover Tavistock and Shakespeare. They allegedly take fifty cents per dollar, claiming to aid the fatherland and promising profits when marks recover value. Victims include Mennonite women risking savings and mothers citing Mother Graves Exterminator ad lines appears garbled.
Justice Darling ruled at Gray's Inn Hall that an airman who drops a lighted pipe from a plane is prima facie negligent if the pipe could gravitate to and cause damage. If harm occurs to a haystack or property, the injured party may sue for damages. A fragmentary aside notes about cards and indolence.
In a London Tibbits edition item, a magistrate questions a prisoner about a name and warns not to get loaded again after a case involving explosives and a policeman noting intoxication.
A short, period voice item notes Minard’s Liniment as a remedy. The comment adds a humorous line about women and headaches as an excuse, reflecting era attitudes in a compact anecdote.
Indians in Saskatchewan Alberta and Manitoba will have an excellent crop this year says W M Graham Regina Commissioner. About 70 000 acres are in crop with Saskatchewan 30000 acres Alberta 5000 and Manitoba 15000
Unclear fragment mentions Minard's Liniment and superstition about unlucky thirteen with names Bill Mia Stine Mrs Skinner and a remark about Edinburgh Scotsman.
Advertisements promise hair restoration with Danderine, offering a 35 cent bottle to revive lifeless thinning hair, refresh scalp, and reduce dandruff. Claims include bringing back vigor, color, brightness, and abundance of hair.
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