World news items mix of politics and notices
A jumble of early 20th century world events is summarized with notes on austerity in savings Bank rewards under a Cassolan system, a Portuguese strike ban, and the Canadian crown relation. Also mentioned are a Brantford death coincidence, Brantford and Barnstaple figures, and the upcoming Canadian Diamond Jubilee. It notes Coolidge milk import policy, Vincent Massey salary, and Canada’s debt decline. A Dover elderly event and remarks on women in clergy wrap the brief.
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Canada
Mackenzie King
Coolidge
United States
Vincent Massey
Answers
House of Commons
Dr Pierce Heroic Benefactor and Herbal Medicine
A public benefactor Dr R V Pierce helped people find happiness by restoring health. His Favorite Prescription offered to ease weakness and nerve distress in women and boost home happiness. Sold by druggists in tablet and liquid form with a trial package offer.
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R. V. Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Made Book a Success Collusion Over Names Brought Fame
Edmonton woman recounts how a British author's novel Lorna Doone rose in popularity after a mix up over names. Fisher children shipped most copies to the Antipodes hoping for a market, causing rumors that the Marquis of Lorne was in the book.
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Marquis of Lore
Louise
Cascarets Ad Promotes Bowel and Stomach Cleansing
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a daily cleanse for the stomach and bowels, claiming it removes sour undigested food, reduces foul gases, relieves constipation, and keeps the head clear and the liver active. It targets adults and children with promises of steady regularity and health benefits.
Work for Convicts Would Employ Jail Labor in Pick ing Over Seed Grain
Alana G Dawson discusses a jail labor experiment to have prisoners pick over seed grain in winter, offering a nominal price to farms and sending earnings to prisoners' families. The piece also briefly mentions worms in children and Miller's Worm Powders as a remedy, reflecting period advertisements.
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Canada
Alana G. Dawson
Autocratic Kaiser refuses pardon for Mackensen in civilian wear
Ex Kaiser Wilhelm II forbids admission of General Von Mackensen in travel clothes as they meet at Doorn. Mackensen arrives uninvited and is told this is the emperor's court. Also noted are a Indian city council ban on killing mad dogs and Texas farmers using turkeys to curb grasshopper plagues. Minard's Liniment appears in the column.
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von Mackensen
England
Doorn
Eveing von Mackensen
Wilhelm
Mackensen
Wilhelm II
Napoleon
Ney
Exy Council
India
St Martin in the Fields Baptist Church Role and Royal Ties
The article notes St Martin in the Fields London as a landmark church near Buckingham Palace with royal associations. It mentions a new vicar, the parish serving the King Queen and Prince of Wales, and that royal household pews exist. The church earned the “Ever Open Door” title for keeping its crypt open to shelter soldiers and wayfarers.
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St Martin's
London
St. Martin-in-the-Fields
St Martin-to-the-Fields
Puckingham Palace
St James
Prince of Wales
Dureuckingham Palace
St Juan Nee
St. Martin's
Ull Ps
Carrying the Burden on Husbands and Smiling Presidents
A reader recounts a schoolyard remark about Mrs. Coolidge and her husband the president. She notes Mrs Coolidge’s grace and youth while Mr Coolidge appears worn and tired, suggesting the old man carries a heavy burden. The piece, attributed to E. W Howe's Monthly, cites a common view among wives that husbands look aged under presidential duties.
Fashion pattern prints appeal with Egyptian embroidery
The pattern No. 1523 presents a two piece dress with a gathered bodice and lapped back, offering long or short sleeves and bound armholes. Satin or velvet ribbon forms a chic bow. sizes 8 to 14 years. Material needs vary by size. price 20 cents. The Transfer Design No. 119 includes motifs and sprays. price 25 cents. The new Fashion Book features advance home dressmaking styles for taste and economy, book price 10 cents.
How To Order Patterns Address Winnipes Newspaper Union
Pattern order guide from Winnipes newspaper union lists contact at 315 McDermot Ave Winnipes. Name Ton appears as a byline or catalog reference in the column. The item outlines steps to request pattern sets and payment instructions for mail orders.
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Winnipes
Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
The New Era In Farming And Its Global Impact
An examination of agricultural progress from small family farms to mechanized production. The piece argues farming advances unlock broader national growth, noting Canada’s export surge and the need for labor to support industrial demand amid urban migration. It frames agriculture as a natural development solving unemployment and boosting national output.
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Canada
Sun Life Dominates Canadian Insurance Market Growth
The Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada reports record annual business doubling from two years earlier with assets surpassing wartime Canadian totals. Premiums rise 60 to 70 percent in several regions, while profits to policyholders double for the seventh straight year. The firm declares itself a national financial asset, ranking among the world's top insurers. Drug and plant grafting advances are noted in unrelated items.
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San J4fe Assurance Company of Canada
Sun Life
Canada
States
Sbx
Sun Lie
Dominion
Could Not Sleep Heart and Nerves Were So Bad
Mr Geo Meek Windsor Out writer describes severe heart and nerve distress causing sleepless nights and fainting spells. A friend advised a remedy. after four boxes the pains and head noises ceased and he claims lasting relief. Price 50 cents a bar, available from B F Miers & Co. in Limes, Terese.
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Mr. Geo. Meek
Windsor
B. F. Miers
Novel round the world cruise thrills travelers with staged Oriental ruse
A global voyage visiting 29 countries and 26 ports features a curious sight a Japanese coolie with a double geometrical route marked on his back and cap band designed to mislead Masons and porters alike as part of the traveler's exotic pleasures and misdirections across lands and seas.
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Otland
Coun Res
Violinist Claims Varnish Restores Stradivarius Sound
Claims Wonderful Discovery Quirova Lovada, a renowned violinist, has developed a varnish he says makes ordinary violins rival Stradivarius tone. After years of research he believes the varnish captures the secret of Stradivari smoothness and plans to share it with musicians. Critics report the effect as almost unbelievable, noting there are few genuine Stradivariuses and deeming the claim significant for music.
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Quirova Lovada
Losada
Notables invited to speak at Canadian Bar annual meeting
The Canadian Bar Association invites Lord Hewart, Lord Chief Justice of England, to be chief speaker at its annual meeting in Toronto on August 24 25 28. The council, chaired by Sir James Atkins, also plans to invite the American Bar Association and the Paris Bar. It urges the Dominion government to provide new Supreme Court and Exchequer Court accommodation. Frau E von Isacese of Vienna is noted as the first woman to attempt swimming the English Channel, with an 1890 start.
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Canadian Bar Association
England
Land
Lord Hewart
Toronto
Ottawa
James Atkins
Winnipeg
American Tar Association
Dar
Paris
France
Frau E. von Isacese
Vienna
Chanhe
Father confronts partner over sitting in lap scene
Fragment from a tabloid style piece shows a father accusing a partner of improper closeness, a response promising to turn out the light. A stray line mentions medical endorsements of Minard's Liniment as a remedy, hinting at sensational scandal and odd product placement.
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Alice
Simmy
Sunday School Lesson Guide and Devotional Reading
A faith based guide outlines lessons from Ephesians 5 and Galatians 5 1 20. The text encourages readers to avoid fearful works, focus on spiritual growth, and reflect on devotional readings for the week.
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Hess
Quotations on Liberty and Love in Christian Life
A fragment discussing Christian freedom and duty, citing Luther, Paul, Galatians, and Morgan. It contrasts liberty with law of love and warns against quarrels and mutual destruction in church life. It reflects on how love should govern behavior and curb indulgence and strife.
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Paul
G. Campbell Morgan
Artist Anna Derry sails France to Ibis on Benue River
New York artist and writer Anna Derry also known as Exlek Berry sails the French liner France alone on a trip toward Ibis in black Neola Mra. Berry, still in her early thirties, begins a solo voyage as she journeys to distant lands for science and art interests.
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Anna Derry
New York
Exlek Berry
France
Ibis
Benue
Neola Mra
Berry
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