Canada Needs Home Production and Balanced Trade
A writer argues Canada should reduce imports by boosting domestic production and exports. The piece critiques tariffs and stresses developing interprovincial trade, domestic coal and mineral use, and government policies to promote home industry and reduce reliance on imports. It notes Germany and the United States as models and calls for renewed Canadian initiative to harness raw materials and create employment.
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Canada
Germany
Davernieat
Western Canada
Pennsylvania
Ontario
Quebec
Nova Scotia
St Lawrence
St. Lawrence
United States
Whittier Poem Theme Highlighted By Poet Friends
The note recalls Whittier born in America with his parents abroad and his close circle of friends.
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Whittier
Pup
America
Allee
Phoebe Carey
Canada Sees 14 000 Buildings Erected in 1921 Year
A 1921 survey records that about 14 000 buildings were erected across Canada during the year. The report notes widespread construction activity in urban centers and rural towns, reflecting postwar growth and renewed development across provinces.
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Canada
Dr Thomas Electric Oil Promises Quick Healing
A testimonial style note claims the oil strengthens bones and resists pressure, comparing to oak and wrought iron. It advertises Dr Thomas Electric Oil for persistent sores, asserting it stops slow healing, removes pus, and promotes new skin with numerous certificates of healing.
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Alst
Saskatchewan Moose Season Falls Short of Last Year
The season yielded only a few hundred moose killed, far below last year’s twelve hundred, according to the chief game guardian.
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Saskatchewan
Farming Not a Dull Occupation and Its Challenges
The piece reflects on farming as an engaging craft requiring soil care, seed choices, machinery, and market awareness. It critiques those who rely on others’ labor, noting that for many, addressing weed control, pests, and soil health leads to financial success despite perplexing problems.
Cleansing Health Remedy Promoted for Women
An advertisement extols Dr. Hamilton's Pills as a blood purifying remedy to relieve poor health in women. It claims to cleanse wastes, regulate bowels, improve appetite, and boost energy for daily wellbeing. Also notes product price 25¢ and distribution via The Catarrhozone Co. Montreal.
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Dr. Hamilton
Catarrhozone Co
Digestive trouble linked to loss of appetite and remedies
An article discusses loss of appetite as a sign of digestive system trouble, noting fatigue and poor food use. It cites Dr Williams Pink Pills as restoring appetite and digestion, with a testimonial from Ellison Gray praising Minard's Liniment for aches and coughs. It mentions historical use of hand-bombs in warfare.
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Dr. Williame
Bre Williams' Medicine Co. Breckellte
Nova Scotia
Minard
Sears
Ellison Gray
Breath and resolve in a Wayside Tales moment
A brief exchange shows a character claiming to hold his breath for two minutes while another responds with skepticism. The dialogue captures a casual, playful tone typical of Wayside Tales segments.
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Prince Snoots
Prince of Wales
Nepal
Nore
Tal
British Trade Ship to Demonstrate Engineering Worldwide
Preparations underway for a demonstrative Trade Ship built to carry samples of British manufactures for worldwide exhibition. Builders seek provisional tenders for parts and fittings. The vessel will showcase British production and is expected to sail from London in autumn next year for an eighteen month voyage.
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London
Montreal customs receipts drop amid imports decline
In Montreal the year’s receipts from toms and excise totaled 80 271 dollars, reflecting a fall of 16 598 588 dollars due to reduced imports, the abolition of the customs duty tax, and weaker goods values entering the port.
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Montreal
California Fig Syrup and other remedies in homely ad text
A fragmented page shows old advertisements for California Fig Syrup with claims it helps constipation and promotes healthy bowels in children. It also mentions Dr. J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy and Dr Thomas Electric Oil praised for sprains bruises and swelling, all framed in a period sales tone.
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California
Ted
Thomas
Father and Son Exchange Across Generations
A brief exchange between a father and son highlights differing attitudes as the father asserts his restraint and the son questions whether he can claim the same discipline when older. The dialogue emphasizes generational perspective.
Dividing The Income Advice For Thrifty Households
In a guidance-style column the author urges thrifty budgeting for families. It recommends imagining a lower weekly income, allocating funds for food shelter and clothing, creating emergency savings, and using labeled envelopes for each category. The piece cites real-world examples of budgeting success and stresses planning before spending.
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Lux
Remarkable recovery claim for Tantac tonic in Syracuse man
Patrick J Haley of 107 Prospect Ave Syracuse New York describes decades of stomach trouble and poor sleep ending after using Tantac each dose restored energy and sleep he calls Tantac gold sold by leading druggists nationwide
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Taniac
Patrick J Haley
Prospect Ave
Syracuse
N.Y
Fragmented Advice on Family Finances and Virtues
A fragment urges dividing money to stretch food for the family and claims only a beautiful girl can afford to keep domestic virtues, presenting a dated view on gender roles and budgeting.
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Rover
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Sloan
Andy
Jon Gp
Holloway
Heath
Hepdler
Am Rua
Winare
Patrick J. Maley
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Imperial” Linotype
Imperial
Stereotype
Intertype
Taperil
Monsire
the Canada Metal Co., Limited
Winnipeg
Eureka
Imperial Oil Limited
Canadian Company — Canadian Capital
Canadian Workman
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