Values and the Meaning of Life in Education Debate
A reader argues education should serve more than earning money, citing Steinmetz and Banting as examples of achievement for its own sake. The letter contrasts a money focus with service to others, noting true fulfillment comes from contributing to society rather than accumulating wealth.
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Matt Fogarda
Manklaut
Charles Steinmeez
Steinmetz
F Frm
Dr Banting
Sofia
Laving
Wade
Uuwssin al
Untidy Telex Confusion Ends With Three Thousand Dollars
Mayor Rolph spoke into a microphone about telegraph costs and learned the ext day that $3,000 was billed. The passage hints at miscommunications and a cautious view of value, with scattered reflections on social sayings and unfamiliar topics.
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Rolph
Alberta Sugar Beet Plant Tests Signal Profitable Yield
Reports from Alberta describe tests of beets in the province showing strong potential for a large sugar beet factory. The text mentions plans and figures for acreage, a new factory in the next year, and ties to the Raymond area. A separate note describes the Chicago Temple Tower design and a sunlit effect on a gold leaf feature.
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Suns
Albert
Ne Thetah
Shies
Raymond
Britain Trails in Aircraft Race as War Looms
The report notes Britain lags in aircraft development with delays affecting readiness. It cites figures and assignments within the armed forces and references the Air Ministry's stance on future production and potential air engagements.
Wheezy Chest Col ds Subdue Overnight
Report notes wheezy chest colds subsided overnight after rapid relief measures. Observers credit early treatment and quiet night period for improving breathing among affected individuals.
Nerviline Promoted as Dependable Home Remedy
Nurse Carrington touts Nerviline as the most dependable home remedy for chest colds pain in the side stiff neck headache and toothache. The ad claims rapid absorption and quick relief, noting Nerviline has been a household staple in Canada for nearly fifty years and selling a 35 cent bottle.
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Evers Wother
Carrington
Traffic and Health Claims From Early 20th Century Text
A fragment cites a forecast of 17 million automobiles by January and notes a remaining vast number of pedestrians as a traffic problem. The passage also promotes Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a guaranteed cure, urging readers to obtain it from dealers.
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Theutomotive Division
Department of Commerce
Buffalo
Fb. Kellogg
Diver frees comrade from wrecked French battleship
A diver battled an octopus while exploring the submerged wreck of the French battleship Liberte. He clung to a cable and did not release his hold until comrades freed him with their knife.
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Oeto
Jean the Val
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promote Digestive Health
Advertisement touts Dr Hamilton's Pills of Mandrake and Butternut as a safe laxative. It claims to clean stomach and bowels, drive out waste, tone kidneys, and forever cure constipation without harsh mercury or mineral salts.
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Dr. Hamilton
Serge
Dr Hamilton's Pills Instant Relief
Advertising copy markets Dr Hamilton's Pills as instant relief, naming Man uke and Butternut. It claims availability at all dealers per box for $100 or through The Thugone Co in Montreal.
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Hamilton
Thugone Co
Montreal
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Fragmentary lines describe social roles among ants and workers with masseurs in a confusing, dreamlike scene. Mentions German settlers to Pennsylvania and a folk belief that salt in trousers hems cures homesickness. Mentions Minard's Liniment as a relief claim.
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America
Pennsylvania
Canada Exports Lumber Wheat and Flour to China
A National Railways report notes large shipments of British Columbia fir to China for railway works and other projects as political stability returns. Canadian wheat competes with Manchurian varieties and is sent to eastern ports by government merchants, while demand for Canadian milled flour remains strong despite numerous native mills in China.
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China
Far East
Accord National Ailways
Canada
Hong Kong
Brostedt
Oriental
Mar
Alberta Homesteads Grow As New Farmers Arrive
Edmonton Bulletin notes Alberta born men are filing homesteads and many are sons of immigrants. Twenty seven homesteads and one soldier’s grant were filed at the Edmonton Land Office. National origins include two Albertans four Ontarians one New Brunswicker one Nova Scotian two Manitobans one New Zealander nine Americans two Englishmen one Swede one American one German and one Russian.
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Alberta
Allelan
Tim
Edmonton Land
Soldie
Ontario
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Manitoba
Edmonton Bulletin
California Fig Syrup Ad Claims Harmless Effect
An old advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a harmless laxative for sick children, emphasizing it causes bowel action without griping and contains no narcotics. It warns buyers to insist on genuine product and avoid counterfeits while claiming strong figures on acreage and British travel safety as context.
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California
Minard's Liniment for Coughs Labeled Novice
A judge comments on a claim about Minard's Liniment for coughs. the dialogue questions expertise and purchasing habits as the case unfolds. The exchange suggests skepticism toward the product and the credibility of the proponent.
Tame Beaver Flapperjack Named National Emblem Pet
A North Temistanong figure keeps a tame beaver called Flapperjack as a symbol of national identity. The animal, once wild, has become a cherished companion protected through years, though it causes playful mischief by gnawing wood and furniture in the cabin.
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Temistanong
Saved Baby's Life by Dr Williams Tablets
Tranchemontagne of Saint Michel Quebec writes that Baby's Own Tablets are excellent medicine. She says they saved her baby's life and recommends them to all mothers. The tablets ease bowels and stomach discomfort in children. Sold by medical dealers or by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Tranchemontagne
St Michel “Des Saints
Que
Alte
Medica
Mall
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Aunt Jemima Pancake Flour Sample Offer Declared
An old advertisement describes Aunt Jemima pancake flour and buckwheat mix sample packs, including four and eight item bundles, plus a recipe folder. It directs readers to send lamps or coins and write to Aunt Jemima Mills Co Dept 1388 St. Joseph Missouri.
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Aunt Jemima
Aunt Jemina Mills Co
Dept
St. Josep, Mo
Alberta Wheat Outlook and Regional Production Notes
The report highlights Alberta’s strong 1923 wheat yield with high grades across 100 acres and a record wheat per acre, plus mentions of rail moves and crop movement West. It notes irrigation prospects in Damascus and hints at regional farming expansion reaching Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
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Pheemer
Alberts
Alberta
Manitoba
Ontario
British Columbia
Saskatchewan
United
Veterans in Canada Lottery Draw Promises Large Prizes
A fragmented ad outlines multiple prizes including 55555 and 13888 for a Veterans in Canada related sweepstake. It hints participation for Imperial Veterans in Canada and lists prizes while mentioning a witness. The text is garbled but centers on a lottery offering substantial sums to veterans.
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Canada
Eal Imperial Veterana
Journalist Howe paints nerd test for news using woman’s claim
W Howe of Atchison Kansas spoke to Columbia University journalism students on applying a nerd test to stories. He said sensational remarks like a woman’s cry for heaven make news, stressing audience perception and early idea development amid global pay dynamics.
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W. Howe
Atclinson
Kansas
the Hill
New York
Columbia University
Howe
Can Ing Exhibition Honored by Senator Teaubien
An aspirin fon accompanying the exhibition in France hosted a bancket to mark appreciation for the warm welcome. Senator Teaubien presided and thanked supporters who helped the event succeed. He noted the encouragement given by Premier Poincare.
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Fon
France
Teaubien
Poincare
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