Lakes Erie to Drain into St Lawrence in 37 000 Years
Professor James B. MacElwane of St Louis University predicts a geological change that would erode a 20 mile stretch from Buffalo to Niagara Falls and allow Lake Erie to flow into the St Lawrence River and Atlantic Ocean. He notes the Ore Lakes region is warped and a drainage through the Chicago River and Maumee may occur much sooner than the 37 000 year figure.
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Lake Erie
St. Lawrence
Buffalo
Iagara Falls
Erie
St Lawrence
Atlantic Ocean
Lakes Erie
Michigan
James B. MacElwane
St Louis University
Chicago Iver
Maumee
Freezone promises painless corn removal by application
A Cincinnati authority claims corns can be lifted out with the fingers after applying a few drops of freezone. The drug, sold for a small cost, supposedly removes all corn types without pain or infection risk and dries immediately without irritating surrounding tissue.
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Hheel
Youth and Age Promise from a Nerve Food Claim
An old advertisement touts Dr. Chase's Nerve Food as benefiting women by maintaining pure blood and a healthy nervous system. It claims to cure migraine, neuralgia, sleeplessness, irritability, and fatigue by restoring nerve vigor, selling boxes for $2.75 through dealers and Bates & Co. Ltd. Torvate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Chase
Esmaneoe
Bates & Co, Ltd
Torvate
Farm Superstitions Valuable for Scientific Data
US Department of Agriculture experts study farm superstitions as potential scientific data. They argue old maxims may reveal the best times for farm operations and plant indicators, tracing signs used by early pioneers toward a formal science of phenology.
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Department of Agriculture
Poor thin blood linked to indigestion in period brief
Thin blood is blamed for stomach trouble as glands and nerves weaken digestion. Dr Williams Pink Pills are said to enrich blood, strengthen nerves and muscles, and restore appetite. Testimony from a Canadian user claims appetite and sleep improved after use. Pills available from dealers or by mail in Brockville Ontario.
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Ricky
Williams
Regent Street
Foranto
de Weise
Dr. Williams
Pierce
Prof
Strauss
Minard's Liniment Claims Cure across Canada
Ontario testimonials from BAYARD McMULIN of Chatham MRS W A JOHNSON of Walsh and J H Bailey of Parkdale report relief from goitre inflammation and facial neuralgia after using Minard's Liniment.
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Minard
Bayard McMulin
Chatham, Ont
W. AD Johnson. Walsh
Parkdale, Ont
J. H. Bailey
France's Archer Invents 130-Pound Baby Airplane
French engineer Archer patents a two passenger electrically propelled aircraft with a top speed of 155 miles per hour. He forecasts rapid city communication growth and notes prior work as the inventor of the army's baby cannon.
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France
Archer
Plans Set for Raising Princess Sophia Wreck
J S Byron returning from Juneau says the rescue of the Princess Sophia wreck will not start until next spring. Equipment gathered will be sheltered at Bridge's Cove near Vanderbilt Reef until May, due to bad weather and severe cold this year.
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Alaskan
J. S. Byron
Juneau
Bridge's Cove
Vanderbilt Reef
Europe Faces Darkest Winter as Cities Open to Despair
The New York World reports Vienna, Budapest, and Warsaw face severe shortages with meat and milk scarce, clothing exhausted, and high death risk. Experts say private aid is insufficient and a global government response is needed to prevent catastrophe in Europe’s war ravaged capitals.
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J Reumann
Vienna
Budapest
Warsaw
Petrograd
Reumann
Ludendorf
Poland
Europe
New York
Asthma Remedy Promises Relief From Enervating Symptoms
An advertisement extols Dr I D Kelloga’s Asthma Remedy as a sure stop to the drain of asthma and related weakness. It claims a long record of relief and notes it is sold widely to sufferers.
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I. D. Kelloga
Britain Maintains Lead in Global Shipbuilding Output
A Lioyas report shows Britain under construction tonnage remains about half of the world’s total, suggesting the war boosted shipyards in the United States and Japan but lacking strong government backing these nations may struggle to challenge Britain’s shipbuilding dominance.
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Lioyas
Great Britain
United States
Japan
Miller's Worm Powders Offer Hope Against Child Worms
An advertisement claims Miller's Worm Powders kill and clear worms that afflict children. It presents the product as an effective remedy and healthful aid against intestinal parasites.
Horse Meat For Europe Experiment From Alberta
H B Arkell announces at the Western Livestock Association meeting in Victoria that a private packer will slaughter selected Southern Alberta horses for boning and canning for shipment to Europe. The project is experimental and outcomes will determine if a permanent Alberta Europe horse meat trade develops.
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Alberta
Europe
H. B. Arkell
Dominion
Western Livestock Association
Victoria
British Columbia
Arkell
Old World
International Hay And Grain Show Returns to Chicago Event
Saskatchewan farmers prepare to send representatives to the International Hay and Grain Show in Chicago this month aiming to repeat September’s triumphs at the International Soil Products Exposition. They won first prizes in wheat oats and other categories.
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Saskatchewan
Chicago
Heart and Nerve Pills Claim Help For Ailing Woman
Miss Eva P. Yateman of Kengers torf Ontario says Milburns Heart and Nerve Pills eased her severe heart and nerve troubles after years of fainting fits. She notes marked improvement after two boxes and total relief after about ten, urging others with similar issues to try the remedy. The pills cost 50 cents a box and are sold by dealers or mailed from The Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
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Eva P. Yateman
Kengerstorf
Ont
Miriam
Milburn
Jurn
T. Milburn Co. Limited
Toronto
Canadian watch making school opens in Montreal
The first watch making school in Canada opens in Montreal to teach the trade to returned soldiers. Each man who becomes skilled is assured of immediate employment as there is a shortage of watchmakers in the Dominion.
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Canada
Montreal
Dominion
Barge Tisseen Coed and the Universe Misconception
A fragmented note discusses a barge named Tisseen and shared views about the belief that each person is indispensable to the world, reflecting a humorous or satirical take on ego and purpose.
Double Beauty Of Your Hair With Danderine
The ad promises thick gleaming waves from using Danderine hair product. It highlights moisturized strands, strong growth, and lasting shine as a key benefit. The copy emphasizes a soft cloth technique and a single strand test for results.
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Eileen Font Pal
Trial of former Emperor William to open in London soon
The Mail reports that Britain plans to start the Kaiser trial in London early next year and will seek William of Germany’s surrender from Holland once the peace treaty is ratified. The paper says there is no doubt the request will be complied with and ratification is expected within weeks.
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London
William
Germany
Holland
North American Reindeer Company Secures Large Far North Concession
The North American Reindeer Company, capitalized at $750,000, gains a concession of 78,850 square miles north of the Churchill River to graze caribou. The government charges four cents per acre per year, totaling about $192,000 annually. The Pas district will serve as headquarters and work begins in spring with gathering of caribou herds.
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North American Reindeer Company
Churchill River
Pas
California Syrup of Figs Child Laxative Ad Card
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as the best and harmless laxative for children’s stomach liver and bowels. The copy urges mothers to choose this fruity product and follow bottle directions, noting its pleasant taste. It also includes stray lines about Greenland and Eskimos unrelated to the product.
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California
Greenland
Smith Sound
Eskimos
Goat Industry Gains Interest in Saskatchewan Prospects
Saskatchewan livestock commissioner J G Robertson reports rising inquiries from prospective goat purchasers. The department weighs adding an goat expert to staff as interest grows, signaling potential industry impact in the province in coming years.
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Saskatcheswan
Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture
J. G. Robertson
Minard's Liniment Cures Distemper Disturbs Late Return
A fleeting notice notes a claim that Minard's Liniment cures distemper while a man returns home around 2 am, causing unexpected noise and disturbance in the household.
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Minard
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Edmonton
Vancouver
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Alemory
Parmelee
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