Donald's jail release spurs a sober return to life
In a New England town Donald McLean, released from jail after a night of gambling and drink, faces a grim turnaround. Sheriff Jim and Donald’s father confront his choices while a boxing mentor warns that life’s fight now requires discipline. Donald pledges to rebuild with determination and returns to his doorstep amid a renewed resolve.
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Aherff
John Mclean
Donald
Jim
Don
Donnie
Hancock House
New England
Spike
Remedy for indigestion using Milk of Magnesia brand
An 1900s style ad explains stomach acidity causes indigestion and pain two hours after meals. It promotes Philips Milk of Magnesia as the standard corrective, claiming quick, tasteless neutralization of acid and branded saline relief.
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Philips
Acta
Polar extremes and Arctic cold in historical note
The text discusses polar climate ideas, noting differences between the South and North Poles. It cites extreme winter lows, comparisons with Siberian towns like Verkhoyansk, and claims about minimums at both poles and in U S towns. The author references Vithjaimur Stefansson and related observations.
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Polar
Arctic
South Pole
Pole
North Pole
Verkhoyansk
Yakutsk
Siberia
United States
Vithjaimur Stefansson
Courtroom Rejoinder Echoes in Dated Joke Scene
A brief exchange unfolds in court humor where a Negro in court mocks the proceedings with a quip about understanding court and justice. A Scotsman offers a pun about a cot and justice, concluding with a line about a Minard’s Linkment for Every Pain.
Prediction of City Life on Rooftops in the Next Century
Dr William J Bailey of Northwestern University predicts urban growth will shift to rooftop gardens and small farms as deserts of asphalt fade. He argues cities will gain sun air and breezes with terraces hosting greenery but space and cost challenge tenants. The piece warns planners must solve rooftop use before 2001.
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William J. Bailey
Northwestern University
New York
Prairie Provinces appointments to marketing committee
Mrs T Guild of Regina convener of the Committee of Home Economics receives a signal honor. Mrs J W Price appointed by the interior tree fruit and vegetable committee of direction of the British Columbia Government as the woman representative of the Prairie Province Consumers to obtain first hand information on BC fruit to promote inter provincial market. The committee under the British Marketing Act aims to stabilize prices for producers and consumers and encourage greater Canadian consumption, especially by those closest to the market.
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T. Guild
Regina
Sumer
Notes on Paper Costs for Indian Fans
An Edinburgh firm received an order from an Indian Maharajah for ten reams of high grade British rag paper. The sheets will bear the coat of arms and initials embossed in gold on a background of real mother of pearl. The paper cost will be three cents per sheet.
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Edinburgh
Canada Coal Production Sees July Rise in Output
July coal production rose 28 percent above the average, led by Nova Scotia with the largest output, followed by Alberta and British Columbia in that order.
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Nova Scotia
Alberta
Colum
Teeth and Health Promoting Dental Care From Century-Scale Advice
An old health column extols dental upkeep highlighting incisors canines and molars in order, noting misalignment losses from missing teeth reduce chewing efficiency. It urges early checkups for trouble, warns against tooth loss, and promotes Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a universal remedy despite its low price.
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Thomas
Maple Sugar Production Rises in Canada in 1928
Official figures show maple sugar output up by about 4 million pounds from 1927. Estimated 1928 production reached 13,798,000 pounds valued at 2,269,686 dollars. Quebec leads as top producer, with Ontario close behind in syrup production.
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Canada
Quebec
Ontario
B C Ranch Sold In British Columbia Trade
One of the best known British Columbia ranches, McGillivray's between Lytton and Lillooet, was sold by Charles McGillivray to W. S Haywood of North Battleford. McGillivray, an old westtimer who crossed from the Old Country in 1864, was in Kamloops by 1856 and married in Vancouver in 1588. There is a wry remark about cash and credit. The Yukon district is noted as nearly as large as France.
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Donnie
Spike
Swat
Deenie
Donald
John Parley
Kale
Donie
Donald Spike
Donsid
Ya bin
Spike Hat
Bangor
B.C
British Columbia
McGillivray
Lytton
Lillooet
Charles McGillivray
W. S Haywood
North Battleford
Kamloops
Vancouver
Southern Alberta Co-Operative Association Growth Report
The Southern Alberta Co-Operative Association shows a turnover rise from 200000 in 1626 to 500000 in the just-closed year. It handled over 2100 head of livestock, including 17000 hogs and the rest cattle and sheep, with membership swelling from 267 to 117.
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Therm Alberta Co-operative
Baby's Own Tablets Endorsed by Mothers for Young Ailments
From Canada the fame of Baby's Own Tablets spreads as mothers praise their gentle taste and quick relief for nervousness and sleeplessness in children. testimonials claim improved bowel regularity and calm sleep after short use. Sold by druggists or mailed by Dr Meutzine Co at 25 cents a box. The German merchant fleet reports 2,516 ships totaling 3,838,000 GRT, 58 percent of prewar world tonnage. Canada sits as the largest inland port region in the discussion.
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Canada
Arthur
Allen
Auburn
Dr. Meuitine Co
Imerchantmen
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the Crimson West
Alex Philip
Paget
Rae
Jisa
Theateriff
Themis
Priups
Wis
Prairie Provinces
Produce Marketing Act
Bayer
NH Tre Ca
Richard Chenevix Trench
Saint Pa
George MacDonald
Yukon
Minard
Andy
Entimes
Southern Alberta Co-Operative Association
Velser Tee
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