Western Canada farm labour issues shape 1920 operations
Western Canada faces seasonal work patterns that constrain farming and city trades. Winter rest and summer surge create wage and material cost pressures, affecting farm operations, supply access, and profitability. Farmers seek clearer data on costs to plan 1920 operations and possible remedial legislation.
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Western
Canada
Tabor
Mantte
Western Canada
Erees
Giving Up Valued Post At McGill University
The London Daily Telegraph notes the relinquishment of the principalship at McGill University as a highly prized academic post. It attributes the decision to personal preference and emphasizes the honor attached to the role within the university and broader scholarly community.
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London Daily Telegraph
McGillersity
Thea
Briquette Plant Being Installed Near Estevan Saskatchewan
The Dominion government calls tenders for a new lignite briquette plant near Estevan. Expected to begin spring, the project aims to produce briquettes at a cost and employ hundreds as part of Saskatchewan’s lignite utilization plan. Estimated plant cost around 400000 dollars with a capacity to heat hundreds of homes.
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Saskatchewan
Biea- Conside
Estevan
Dominion Governent
On Bay
Eneteca Bay
Wesas
Sabesichewan
Lich IC
Stops Bronchitis Quickly Without Any Medicine
A brief note claims a method to stop bronchitis fast without medicines. It mentions catarrh and a reference to ozone discovery as the key to solving the problem. The piece lacks concrete dates or names and reads as promotional in tone.
Catarthozone Promises Quick Cure for Bronchitis
Radio ad claims thousands cured by Catarthozone inhalation. It touts soothing vapor, rapid throat relief, and reduced coughing, urging trial sizes and dealer availability in Kingston Ontario. Claims bold cures and immediate results for bronchitis and winter ills.
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Peison
Kingston
British sewing and typewriter production warned amid war
British sewing machines and typewriters are being developed for wartime use. The article notes British design and manufacturing surging into mass production, predicting broad global markets and stronger domestic industries. It mentions economic effects and public focus on industrial output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Develohy
Danderine Promises Dandruff Cure and Hair Revival
A vintage advertisement touts Danderine as a quick remedy for dandruff and hair loss. It claims the scalp will rid of flakes after several uses and hair will regain life vigor shine and color with a small bottle sold cheaply at drug or toilet counters.
Western Livestock and Pacific Railway Plan Calgary Stockyards Expansion
Alberta plans reveal Western Livestock and Canadian Pacific will nearly double Calgary stockyards facilities. Ottawa reports stock handling efficiency to be addressed amid past shortages as Calgary shipments rise. Prussian government seeks coal near Merselburg to depth of five thousand eight hundred thirty four feet.
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Canadian Pacific
Calgary Pacific Railway
St of
Alberta Ary
Cal
Andling
Canada
Calgary
Merselburg
China Moves to Curb Opium Trade Across Regions
The civil governor of Tsinanfu receives a seven foot list naming 39 Chinese dealers and 5 foreigners in morphia, with orders to halt Chinese opium traffic. The Interzonal Anti-Opium Association reports partial cooperation from Japan, noting officials and upper classes hinder enforcement while urging decisive action against all traders.
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International Anti-Opium Asociation
Peking
Chu
Tsinanfu
Tsiwan
Interzonal Anti-Opium Association
China
Woman credits Dodd's Kidney Pills for life saving recovery
Ormsby Ontario March 8 a resident Miss Gettreat Eagle known for charitable work says she owes her life to Dodd's Kidney Pills after five years of diabetes. She credits friends and the pills for easing her suffering and improving her condition, noting she has used three boxes with great benefit.
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Miss Eagle
Dodd
Ormsby
Ornette
Gettrae Eagle
Mise Eagle
Jassickly
New Dress for Old With Diamond Dyes
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as a guaranteed way to give a new rich fadeless color to any fabric. The copy claims it works on wool silk linen or mixed goods and applies to dresses skirts and children's garments. It promises the direction book with each package and mentions a dye color card.
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Aterial
Smelting Company Plans Consolidated Mining Expansion
A smelting firm outlined rapid strides toward building improvements at a new British Columbia site. Plans include a copper refinery upgrade valued around 250000, a rod mill estimated at 200000, and a large machine shop addition and equipment to expand capacity and diversify industry presence. Minard's Liniment Relieves Neuralgia.
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Smelting Company
Consolidated Mining
No Smelting Company
British Columbia
Haig Urges Veterans to Shun Political Parties
Lord Haig, presiding over a grand council of Comrades of the Real War, said ex servicemen had split into many groups due to promises from political parties and urged them to avoid party ties. He urged a united case to rally right thinking people of the empire behind them amid loud cheers.
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Lord Haig
Cold in the Head and Hauls Catarrh Medicine Claims
A mangled OCR extract discusses a remedy named HAULS SCEAIRE MEDICINE claimed to cleanse mucous surfaces and treat catarrh. It references intake and effects and cites Cheney & Co Toledo as associated party.
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Aasat
Speter Vicpaists
Cheney & Co
Toledo
Canada urged to buy home goods and curb US imports
A movement urges Canadians to buy Canadian and British goods, cut luxuries from the United States, and boost thrift and production. P Winslowe of the Bank of Montreal and George Mun Vie of Merchants Bank call for patriotic energy and mutual effort to secure Canada’s prosperity. A late exchange situation is noted, with emphasis on work for all and reduced US-origin purchases.
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Speg
Hamilton
P. Winslowe
Bank of Montreal
Canada
United States
George Mun Vie
Bank
Sada Leere
Soda Willison
Jon
Regu
Reflective Lady and Salesman Dialogue Fragment
A fragmentary exchange shows a reflective lady lamenting a missing item and a salesman offering hand mirrors. The dialogue hints at vanity and perception in a concise, incomplete scene.
Advocates Promote English Education for New Canadians
JT M Anderson of Saskatchewan education among new Canadians urged compulsory English schooling for all settlers at a Toronto meeting. He said English education should extend across Canada, while some delegates argued the policy was un-British and could lead to persecution.
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JT. M. Anderson
Saskatchewan
Eda
Toronto
Canada
Canad
Aninions
Pale Wan Cheeks A Sign Of Anemia
A vintage health article explains how pale cheeks and wan lips signal anemia, caused by blood deficiency from overwork poor diet and lack of outdoor activity. Dr Williams Pink Pills are advertised as a remedy, with a patient testimony from Mrs Archambo of Ontario and a note about availability from Brockville.
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Dr. Williams
Alex
Archambo
Cor
Dr.Williams
Dr. Willians Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
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Taeke
Douglas & Company
Napanee
Shis Drug
Minard
W. ON
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Sd Rave
Templeton
Su Sromto
Ring St. Wr
Freeaasapte
Haig
Tnesco
Jesus
Ioweread
Montreal
D. Watson & CO
Caver
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