World Happenings Briefly Told January 17 1020
World happenings briefly told cover an Alberta convention in Calgary, costs of weekly family staples, and political notes. The item mentions Sir Harry Lauder’s predicted return to the stage, government program deadlines, and a church fundraising swint in France. It also notes stamps issued for the American Legion and Turkish diplomatic links, ending with a humor quip about shopping with a wife.
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Watted Parkers
Alberta
Calgary
Harry Lauder
Scotland
Herbert Quarrie
St Andrew's
Parisi
Jer
English Channel
France
American Legion
Turkey
Washington
U.S
For all pains Min Liniment Plan to judge by associates
A short note notes a cautious approach to evaluating a person by the company they keep, suggesting a safe plan to form judgment based on associations rather than appearances.
Castoria Promises Gentle Relief for Babies
In this ad style note a mother praises Castoria for soothing a baby’s stomach and fever without harsh effects. It claims Castoria is a pure vegetable remedy, delicious to take, and preferred by physicians compared to other preparations. The piece warns readers that Fletcher's Castoria is the trusted option.
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Colle
Alec
Femine Fletcher
Fletcher
Alberta Steers For Chicago Bet Sets Record Prices
Alberta steers head to Chicago for this season’s cattle class with animals sold at 1465 dollars per hundredweight, surpassing prior highs by 65 cents. Strong prices in American markets reflect large shipments from western provinces during recent months.
Flared Skirts In New Frocks Featured In Fashion Hook
The latest one piece frocks imitate two piece looks with satin or soft wool options. Modish flared skirts feature scalloped left bodice openings and simple bound necklines with round collars. Long darts, bows, and pattern numbers appear. size 46 needs yardage and special sizing notes. Our Fashion Hook issue promises the newest practical styles for home dressmakers.
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Frlee
Lancashire Man Winds Wristwatch With Swing Power
A Lancashire man creates a wristwatch that winds from a small weight in the mechanism. Movement from the arm as one walks winds the spring, which stays wound for forty hours with only thirty minutes of swinging needed. The device aims to be sold through Patterns Address Winnipes Newspaper Union at 115 McDermot Ave Winnipes.
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Winnipes Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipes
Mystery Wheat to Be Shown at Chicago Exhibition
Alberta wheat wizard Trelle of Wembley has decided to exhibit his Mystery wheat at the Chicago International show. Early ripening by about ten days, with samples weighing over seventy pounds and graded No 1 Northern, the variety is said to be frost resistant and easier to harvest by combine.
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Chicago
Alberta
Grover Merman Trolle
Wembley
Trelle
Mr. Trelle
Marquis
Albert Champion Spark Plug Pioneer Dies in Paris
Albert Champion, a Pranco American spark plug maker and racer, died in Paris while vacationing from the United States. He helped advance internal combustion engines and co founded the Spark Plug company with W Durant in 1905, supporting aviation pioneers and auto racing. A monument in Auray honors his visit to France. A New York subway pneumatic tube system handles five million letters daily.
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Albert Champion
Pari
Paris
United States
Champion
America
W. Durant
Auton
Amerid
France
Bia
Byrd
New York Streets
National Parks Attract Distinguished Visitors This Year
Tourists flocked to Canadian national parks as the season closed, the largest attendance in park history. Notable guests included Prince of Wales and Prince George at Banff and Lake Louise, with earlier visits from Lord and Lady Willingdon. Private parties, many by special trains, carried delegates from Pan Pacific Relations Congress, World's Poultry Congress, and mining and real estate groups, along with visitors from Ontario and Quebec under Laval University auspices.
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Prince of Wales
Prince George
Nee Darwin
Banff
Lake Louise
Canada
Banf
Therceles
Lord
Lady Willingdon
Jasper Park
Pan Pacific Relations Congress
Honolulu
Frederick Whyte
Viscount Veagh
Lionel Curis
the Round Table
Malcolm Donald
William Astor
Lady Astor
Hugh Wyndham
Arthur
Lady Currie
Nmber
Empire
Investment Ankers' Association
News Outlook
Ontario
Quebec
Laval University
Indians Return To Forefathers Religion At Caughnawaga Pow Wow
On a three day gathering at the Caughnawaga reservation across the St. Lawrence from Montreal, Six Nations leaders Chief American Morse and Chief Two Axes led a return to the forefathers religion. Officials say the pow wow marks an inauguration of their former spiritual services as they seek guidance from the Great Spirit amid tensions with colonial laws.
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Te Caughnawaga Reservation
St. Lawrence River
Montreal
America
Long
American Morse
Chief Two Axes
God
Sprit
Essential For Business Success Values And Service
The passage argues that values and service are essential for business success and must be openly provided to customers for their money. It warns that without honesty in these two areas, a business cannot progress.
Sunday School Lesson on Perverted Piety and Mercy
Devotional text outlines Isaiah 1 and Psalm 24 with notes from scholars Delitzsch and Ewald. It contrasts Israelite rebellion with animal responsiveness, warns against outward zeal, and emphasizes God’s mercy saving from judgment like Sodom and Gomorra.
A Dangerous Practice Despite Repeated Warning
The piece warns each cold start season about carbon monoxide poisoning from running engines in closed garages. It recalls repeated headlines and ongoing fatalities, urging motorists to heed warnings and avoid unsafe idling or warming practices. It notes some people still ignore broadcasts and headlines, risking life.
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Wrn
World Wheat Output Improves in 1927 Across Nations
The 1927 North American wheat op is about 600000 ewt, down 35609000 ewt from last year but near the five year average. India's harvest reaches 2000000 ewt, Rtassis crops rise, and Hungary Bulgaria show above average yields. Argentina reports around 28000000 ewt in surplus, marking a generally favorable year for global wheat production.
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India
Argentina
Match Offer Sparks Hope in Girl's Countenance
A fragment hints at a social moment where the mere suggestion of a match arouses a girl’s interest. The text suggests hopeful social dynamics without detailing names, places, or events.
Shiftlessness Alarm Grows, Says Howe Monthly
A cited E W Howe Monthly piece laments rising shiftlessness among people, noting many fail to contribute to work or support others. It contrasts education progress with widespread lethargy and consumerized living, citing debts and a global sense of entitlement.
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E. W Howe
Wise is the man who pays for what he gets
A concise proverb noting prudent spending and value. The saying underscores a practical ethic: honest payment aligns with received goods or services. It emphasizes personal responsibility in consumer choices and financial decisions.
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Wise
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Holiday Playground
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Liniment
Ea Tadarran Ee
Price
Benjamin Wauilin
Auray
Trance
Tribe OF Six Nations
Isaiah
Lane
Ewald
Judah
Shoval
Sodom
Gomorra
Jehovah
Delitzch
Sodor
Gomorran
Gomorrah
Ker
Bee
Alberta Preas Association
Watlon
Palliser Hotel
Prem
Amatercam
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