Canada in 1928 A year of broad prosperity and quiet progress
Canada closed 1928 with widespread growth across provinces. Maritime confidence rose while Quebec and Ontario saw sustained industry and expanded construction. The Prairies reported record grain, large-scale rail and manufacturing expansion, and a growing western home market for fruit and minerals. Overall trade, revenues, and stability improved with no major disasters or unrest, leaving Canadians poised for 1929.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Maritime
Maritimes
Quebec
Ontario
Prairie
Hudson Bay Railway
Flin
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
CPR
CNR
Alberta
West
Pacific Coast
Dominion
Rest Home for Horses at Welbeck Abbey Innovates Care
The Duchess of Portland shelters overworked London horses at Welbeck Abbey then sends recovered animals to a Midlands rest home. Once fit they are returned to work or kept as healthy, content animals. A New York paper notes careful drivers as “bread” and biters, who avoid traffic jams.
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Duchess of Portland
London
Welbeck Abbey
Midlands
New York
Women Trained For Domestic Work Across Kingdom
The Overseas Settlement Department plans hostels in Scotland Lancashire Newcastle and Wales to teach domestic management before women depart for overseas jobs. The Market Harborough hostel opened last December by the Duchess of York has been successful and more hostels are under consideration.
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Overseas Settlement Department
Kingdom
Duchess of York
Market Harborough
Scotland
Lancashire
Newcastle on-Tyne
Wales
Belgian Market Favors Canadian Goods Says Trade Official
Canadian trade commissioner in Belgium Jean J. Guay reports strong Belgian interest in Canadian wheat nitric rubber goods automobiles lobster leather and zinc and lead ores. He cites a Brussels firm ordering 21000 worth of lobster in six months with potential for 3809 more and notes renewed European enthusiasm for Canadian products.
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Canada
Europe
Jean J. Guay
Belgium
Brussels
Guay
Antwerp
Lapland
Halifax
Quay
Muller's Worm Powders for Children's Worms
Muller's Worm Powders promise to clear stomach and bowels of worms, sparing the child from their ravages. The sweet tasting remedy is non injurious and likely to cause vomiting in some cases, which indicates active work rather than dislike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muller
Arms Parley Delays Global Arms Control Effort
Count Von Bernstoff of Germany urged broad discussion at an international arms convention. No speaker rose to start, forcing the commission to adjourn after appointing a sub-commission. Patrons largely accepted government control of production, but details of private production control remain unresolved.
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League of Nions
Count von Bernstoff
Germany
Commission
Bernstoff
Government Productio
Pri
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Claims by Infant Complaints
An advertisement states that one of the finest remedies for infant worms is Mother Graves Worm Exterminator. The claim emphasizes effectiveness for young patients and positions the product as a trusted treatment option for parasitic infections in infants.
Aberdeen Storekeeper Improves Shop Blind With Help
A blind shopfront caused a dealer to fear lost business. After a customer suggested funds via a collection box marked For the Blind, the dealer found a way to replace the blind. The unexpected generosity from patrons led to a noticeable improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen
Indian Lands to be Sold at Auction in Peace River District
Indian lands comprising valuable agricultural tracts in the Peace River District are expected to be auctioned soon. A survey is under way in the north country by W. Morri, inspector of Indian agencies for the three western provinces, headquartered at Regina, to guide the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peace Rivn
W. Morrispector
Regina
Frost Bites and Chilblains Remedy Claim
Frost bites and chilblains arise from cold and slush exposure, while Dr Thomas Relectric Oil is praised for counteracting inflammation and relieving pain. The oil is described as prompt in action and simple to apply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Thomas Eclectric
No Speed Artist in Racing Pigeon Return
A tardy pigeon, once entered in a Worcester race two years ago, has finally returned to its owner in Little Drayton, Shropshire, England, drawing note as the slowest noted racer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester
Little Drayton
Shropshire
England
Moravian Chapel at Fetter Lane Oldest London Protestant Church
The Moravian Chapel in Fetter Lane is described as London's oldest Protestant worship site still in use in the capital with a history dating to Queen Mary’s reign. It notes the boundary between St Bride's and St Dunstan's parishes running before the pulpit and mentions famed preachers Wesley Whitefield and Richard Baxter among its visitors after the 1738 purchase.
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London
Fetter Lane
England
St. Bride's Parish
St. Dunstan’s-in-the-West
Wesley, Whitefield
Richard Baxter
Dr Williams Pink Pills Public Health Ad
Nearing a breakdown description urges immediate treatment with Dr Williams Pink Pills to restore energy and blood health. A testimonial from Mrs Alex of Melunes River Man cites relief from anaemia and heart palpitations after weeks of use. Pills available 50c per box by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont. Alberta to operate salt well next year in McMurray country.
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Dr. Williams
Alex, Melunes
Bowsmal River
Man
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville, Ont
Alberta
McMurray Country
Equitable Building in New York Holds 24 Million Cubic Feet
Minara’s funds referenced in context, noting the Equitable Building in New York with a reported space of 24,000,000 cubic feet. No other clear details supplied about purpose or dates.
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Equitable
New York
Labor leaders in Britain eyed Canada aid opportunities
In Commons, Minister Steel-Marland cited miners at a Hamilton Scotland meeting who urged emigration to Canada. Speakers described harvest work and benefits, with travel costs covered by volunteers. Government training in agriculture and rising emigration applications followed.
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House of Commons
Arthur Steel-Marland
Cen
Hamilton
Lanarkshire
Eaders
Canada
Dominion
Ministry of Labor
New Theatre Stunt Impromptu Debuts in Berlin
An audience prompted to supply a title for an imaginary play, produced on the spot in Berlin. Actors improvise plot and dialogue as it unfolds, creating a spontaneous theatre event.
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Berlin
ANL Together Now Says Sault Ste. Marie Star
The Sault Ste. Marie Star urges public unity with a spirited call to action. Readers are invited to come together for community improvement as the phrase three cheers echoes through the streets.
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