Money and Morals in a Blended Household
In this scene Maggie weighs spending inheritance against frugality as Mrs Jane urges prudent use of funds. Mr Smith argues money should earn, while Maggie and Jane plot moving and boarder arrangements. A tense, characterful discussion centers on generosity, responsibility, and family dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margie
Mr Smith
Amile
Jane
Miss Maggie
Mr. Smith
Mr' Smith
Hattle
Maggie
Owse
Mel
Mrs Jane
Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills Promote Quick Kidney Relief
A testimonial from C. E. Raymus of Lindale Alta praises Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills as a fast thorough cure for kidney disease and back pain. The letter claims dramatic improvement after use, noting the product cost and availability through dealers and Edmanson Bates & Co in Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Xue
Bright
Chase
Kidsey-Liver
Kutney
Dr. Chase's
Edmanson, Bates & Co. Ltd
Toronto
Catarrhozone Inhaler Promises Throat Relief
An advertisement touts Catarrhozone inhaler as a scientific preparation to ease catarrh and bronchial irritation. It claims strengthening of the throat and voice, relief from mucus, and a two month supply for $1.00, with smaller sizes available.
Wealth and mourning circle Miss Maggie and Flora
In a clipped dialogue the characters discuss Flora inheriting a vast sum, her fear of spending it, and her coping with loss. Flora buys mourning wear and decorates with a framed Mr Fulton portrait, while family members react with concern and tentative guidance. The scene hints at social tension over wealth and grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie
Frank
Iecessary
Stou
Brig’ Happless
Hattie
Jane
Flora
Mr Smith
Sue
Hit
Maggie Agoun
Mr. Fulton
Sand
Churel
Musical Handsaw Thrills New York Stage
A leading novelty in a New York musical review features a carpenter who plays a saw as a violin. He holds the saw between his legs and manipulates the blade to produce soft appealing notes. The vibrating steel yields varied pitches and eerie effects reminiscent of distant voices and the Hawaiian ukulele.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tne
New York Musical Review
London To Bagdad By Airplane
An officer returning from Mesopotamia traveled from Bagdad to London by air and sea in six days and fourteen hours, cutting passage time by ten to fourteen days. The Royal Air Force opened the route for official mails, with a regular fortnightly service starting August 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesopotamia
Bagdad
London
Egypt
Royal Air Force
Syrian Desert
Ammam
Helopolis
Heliopolis
Aboukir
Vienna
Alexandria
England
Palestine
Carrier Telephone System In Canada Goes Commercial
The first carrier telephone system in Canada has been put into commercial use between Edmonton and Calgary after testing. It provides two new lines without new wires and promises clearer long distance calls than a standard line, enabling simultaneous conversations over the same route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Edmonton
Calgary
Citlede
Telephone Department
Alberta
Bark Axatt
Apple Tree Wall Claimed Largest in Cornwall Devon Somerset
A wall possessed by Councillor W traces to a planed orchard over seventy years ago by the late John Anthony. The tree, described as a room like space with a capacity over 200, bears orange pippin fruit, said to weigh more than two tons last summer, and is cited as the largest apple tree across Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Anthony
Cornwall
Devon
Somerset
Talking Pictures Show Sound Recording Breakthrough
Grindell Matthews demonstrates a phonograph like device that photographs sound waves. A man plays a piano at the demonstration and music is heard from the instrument. The inventor claims the system will soon revolutionize the film business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ploto Sane
Grindell Matthews
Ture
Jon Pie
Dutch Honey Bees Arrive for Kelowna Orchardists
A consignment of Dutch honey bees has reached Kelowna for use by local apiarists. The article notes the bee's celebrated honey production and the growing role of agriculture in Okanagan fruit farming. It emphasizes practical application and the value of effort aligned with higher good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C
Okanagan Valley
Remarkable Weight Gain Reported by Young Woman
Miss La Rue Davis of Chattanooga Tennessee says her weight rose from 76 pounds to over one hundred after taking Tanlac. She had chronic stomach trouble and rheumatism with poor appetite, and credits Tanlac for improving her health, appetite, and complexion. She began with a bottle bought in Gas City Indiana and continued use. Tanlac is sold everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ding Deuskits
Popular War Time Songs and Peace River Livestock Purchase
An article notes enduring American marching songs from Civil War to World War I with choices like The Marseillaise and Over There, while Kieskum Ranch Co. buys 150 head of purebred livestock from W. W. Smith in Alberta for a large sum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Browns
Dixie
Tipperary
Madelon
Here
France
Huy
Peace River
Kieskum Ranch Company
W. W. Smith
Gas
Urone
Alberta
Speech on Germany admission and arms control at Hull
The speaker urged admitting Germany to the League of Nations and pressed government control of arm manufacture to reduce war incitement. He noted Germany would likely have been admitted at the assembly if she had applied and criticized the absence of working men delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ecu
Hull
Biot
League of Nations
Germany
Alberta Grows Many Potatoes
Alberta officials estimate the current potato crop at 6,425,000 bushels, projecting robust yields for the season. The sizable harvest reflects strong growing conditions and support for farmers across the province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
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Eleanor
Porter
Smith
Maxeie
Bernes
Tghail
Matas
Blaisdell
Ueber
Carpenter
Earth
Marseillaise
League
Lord Robert Cecil
AG Roy
Clark
Hecla “Rinace
Clare Bros. Western
Winnipeg
Bayer
Jcacidester
Bayer Company
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