Calls for Reform in Provincial Legislatures Across Canada
A historical column urges reducing legislative membership and indemnities as reforms pace across provinces. It argues amalgamation may be more efficient than creating new provinces and stresses prudent compensation tied to duties rather than sizable salaries.
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Saskatchewan
Tme
Membre
Canada
MLLAG
Prairie
Maritime
Cosaisan
Ottawa
Ini Fron
Dominion
Press Wales Praises Prince of Wales for Wembley Exhibition
The Prince of Wales as president of the British Empire Exhibition is thanked for press publicity aiding Wembley. A letter to the Duke of Devonshire seeks Empire press support to honor the fair and its patriotic aims, with tribute to the Joan of Arc statue. Portland to erect a Joan of Arc statue in a public park, modeled after the Paris sculpture.
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Wales
Wembley
Prince of Wales
Euspire
Duke of Devonshire
Empire
Joan of Arc
Portland
Oregon
Pionters
Fremlet
Paris
Bread price hikes ripple Canada amid wheat shortage
Canada faces higher bread costs as wheat supplies shrink. Labor reports show increases typically one cent per 24 ounce loaf, with some cases tied to wheat price spikes. Other items include asthma remedy claims and naval base reassessment, while Alberta cattle head exports to Europe rise and a long electric transit route in New York is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Department Labor
Pensions Aimed At All Workers In New Law
A sweeping law proposes compulsory provident funds for all workers, funded by monthly contributions from both employers and employees. The plan aims to provide pensions after thirty years of service, shaping a future national social security program.
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Arevatta
Emipingere
Ehist
Sears
Diamond Dyes Promise Easy At Home Coloring
Perfect home dye tag and tinting is guaranteed with Diamond Dyes. Dip in cold water for delicate shades or boil for rich permanent colors. Each 15 cent pack includes simple directions for dyeing lingerie, silks, ribbons, skirts, dresses, and many fabrics.
Belgium Likely to Cede Germany MFN Status Amid Tariff Tensions
Report suggests Belgium may concede Germany most favored nation status as France reacts to Belgium tariffs. If confirmed the move could provoke resentment in France amid strained Franco Belgian economic policy and tariff discussions.
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Germany
Belgium
France
Pale Anaemic Girls Find New Health Through Pink Pills
A newspaper ad urges treating pale anaemic girls with Dr Williams Pink Pills plus nourishing food and outdoor exercise. It claims the pills restore blood, boost appetite, and renew energy, citing a Mrs W F Armour of Havelock Ontario who improved after six boxes. Pills available from dealers or by post from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Hite
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Beef Cattle for Belgium Edmontones Shipments Headed Overseas
Beef cattle from Alberta flow to Belgium with over 200 head shipped from Edmonton stockyards to Antwerp. The report highlights Europe’s demand for Alberta beef and the ongoing trade movement.
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Alberta
Europe
Fitmonton
Antwerp
Belgium
Edmonton
France pressured to hand over Russian fleet to Soviet regime
The Soviet government repeatedly urges France to transfer the fleet that fled to Tunis after Wrangel's defeat. Paris delays, citing concerns that restoring a naval force to the Bolshevik regime could provoke hostile reactions among neighboring powers.
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Tien
France
Berta
Tunis
Wrangel
Shariopol
Russia
Advocates Use of Motor Cars To Quell Working Class Discontent
Lord Ashfeld, chairman of the London Underground, cites US experience showing cars curb Bolshevism. He claims motor cars widen leisure travel, letting workers reach country areas with families after work and reduce unrest.
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England
United States
Lord Ashfeld
London Underground Railways
Canada Seeks Open Trade Abroad Markets for Products
The report notes Canada’s exports to oriental countries were under 500000 dollars years ago with low value per dollar of goods shipped. It cites China taking 51 dollars per dollar, Greece rising from 2282 to over 6000000 dollars, Switzerland at 235 and Belgium at 30 cents per dollar in 1800 as contrasted with recent totals, highlighting expanding trade opportunities and shifting international demand.
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Canada
Iast Sear Jagan
China
Greece
Ile
Switzerland
Belgium
Rapid Rise of Buses Operated by Railways Across Borders
Rapid growth of bus services run by railways shows a striking year rise. On October 1, 1928, 760 buses were operated by 100 railways over 1,069 miles, up from 1014 buses across Canada and the United States in a prior period, reflecting expansion of intermodal transport.
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Canada
United States
Phrenologist notes Lloyd George head growth claim
A French phrenologist says David Lloyd George’s head has enlarged by four quarters of an inch in eight years. Other experts doubt spikes in mental activity indicate growth, while some insist expansion is unique among politicians.
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David Lloyd George
Hts
Lloyd George
Crown Packed Canadian Apples Boost Wembley Trade
Canadian apples from British Columbia Ontario and New Scotia were crown packed at Wembley to protect from case sides, keeping fruit fresh and sound after a year. The method aims to revive the British market and could nearly double apple trade between England and Canada in upcoming seasons.
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Wembley
British Columbia
Ontario
New Scotia
A. W. Tolmis
England
Canada
Bolshevist Committee Bans Major Works in Russia
The Bolshevist committee for popular education led by Nicolai Tenine's widow bans Tolstoy Shakespeare Grimm Andersen and other authors in Russia. Also bans books about ants and bees that mention queen ants. The policy targets works praising kings czars or equal suffrage and denies words spelled with capital God.
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Bolshevists
Bolshevist
Nicolai Tenine
Russia
Tolstoy
Plato
Kent
Macterilack
Spencer
Schopenhauer
Nietsche
Nordau
Kropotkin
Grimm
Hans Christian Andersen
Shakespeare
Ely
Japan Plans Electrification of 4000 Miles of Railways
Japanese officials in the United States seek electrical equipment for a vast project. T. Ogawara, assistant director, and a five member delegation study hydroelectric railways and meet with top manufacturers to advance electrification of government rail lines as part of Japan's industrial program.
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America
Japan
Los Angeles
T. Ogawara
Tokyo
Dares Ogawara
Tree That Gives Milk in the West Indies
A native tree in the West Indies yields milky juice from its bark and pith, richer and thicker than cow milk. Locals use the tree named hyahua for nourishment, with full growth reaching about 49 feet high and 1 inch in circumference. Astronomers judge a star’s age by the color of its light.
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West Indies
London cab legends long serving drivers noted
The oldest London taxi driver is 77 year old John Fisher who has held a taxi license for 52 years. Michael Death tops in license longevity with 51 years. The report highlights veterans who later joined cabs after earlier careers as hacks on London streets.
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London
Michael Death
John Fisher
Cours
Liverpool boy Harry Mace wins Oxford University tests
The Daily Express reports a 12-year-old Liverpool boy named Harry Mace has passed all tests to qualify for Oxford University. The article notes comparisons to historic prodigies like Milton and Macaulay who excelled in letters before adulthood.
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Liverpool
Milton
Macaulay
Harry Mace
Daily Express
Oxford University
Health advice from Dr. Pierces favorite prescription
Readers are urged to trust Dr. Pierce’s popular remedies for common ailments. A testimonial from Stew Henry McDonald praises the product as a help to health, noting past success with the prescribed potion and urging mothers to consider the benefits of this recognized medicine.
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Dee Pierce
Henry McDonald
Wilnot
Dr. Pierce
Hitrec
Bridgevurg
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