Crown Crest Expresses and Sleeper Routes Listed
A fragmented listing shows various railway express lines and sleeper services in North America, including Seattle to St. Paul and Toronto to Seattle routes, with numbers and ports referenced. The text reads like a timetable fragment noting express and sleeper services and destinations such as Spokane Portland and Soo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crown Nest
Seattle-St. Paul
Expesa
Calzary
Imp. Ltd
Cranbrook Tocal
Vanecouver
Usimp. Ltd
Toronto Express
St. Paul
Seattle Express
Seattle
Spokane
EDITORIAL AND AD EDITIONS AD RATES DEC 20 1933
Public notice style catalog lists subscription rates for year and partial year mail delivery and address changes. Dated Saturday December 20 1933.
Protection for Farmers in Western Provinces Measures
Alberta's new protection measures for farmers sparked a strong protest from implement men. Saskatchewan plans to extend similar controls to curb extravagant farm purchases, including proposals to ban canvassing of farmers by implement agents outside towns. Expert salesmanship pushes heavy buying while farmers struggle to pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Saskatchewan
W. R. Motherwell
Not This But That Ideologue Debate On Unearned Increment Bill
The passage reports heated critique of the Unearned Increment Bill by Conservative critics and Liberal supporters. It questions the bill’s principle and its municipal tax allocation while accusing Hon. M. Borden of failing to redeem promises regarding natural resources policy and fiscal administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sifton
Borden
School Grounds Question Presses Cost and Site Size
A local discussion questions whether a proposed three hundred thousand dollar Collegiate Institute should consider site size. The text cites federal guidance urging at least a full city block or several acres per school, with examples showing varying yard requirements and community sentiment on appropriate grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Burau'a Naucatiog
Bern
Provincial hail insurance to be run by three commissioners
A new hail insurance system in the province will be administered by a board of three commissioners instead of reeves. Two commissioners will be elected by reeves and the third appointed by the government. Taxation shifts from valuation to a per acre levy, reducing labor and enabling easier municipal demands. Medicine Hat reports an epidemic of chicken thieves with frequent, large-scale hen losses as residents protest methods to curb rising living costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medicine Hat
How San Francisco Sold Bonds
A historical account notes San Francisco failed to sell a $1,190,000 five percent bond issue at public auction. An advertiser urged newspaper display ads, funded by the city’s lack of advertising funds. The push led to accelerated sales, with additional bids accepted and extra demand arising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmonton Bullen
San Francisco
R. A. Crothers
San Francisco’ Bulletin
Day In Canadian History December Recalls Edward Blake
In December historical notes recall Edward Blake's 1867 election to both the Dominion House of Commons and Ontario Legislature. He led the Liberal party, became Ontario premier in 1869, later joined Alexander Mackenzie’s cabinet, served as Minister of Justice, and retired from public life in 1907 due to health, dying in 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Blake
Dominion House
Alexander
Mackenzie
Prriah
of. Commons
Longford
Fragmented history notes reflect years and events
A collage of historical dates and names appears, noting 1776 events in Saxony and London deaths in 1884, Napoleon’s allegiance oath, 1864 Hardee escape with about 16 000 troops, and 1880s New York electric street fighting, all in garbled form.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Saxony
London
Tours
Napoleon
French Republic
Hardee
Savannah
New York City
Wappy Returns Roundup Misspelt in Saturday Column
A fragmented item notes WAPPY returns and events for Saturday, December date unclear. The readable phrases suggest a local column listing activities or features tied to a specific Saturday schedule.
Birnie Bros. Promotes Christmas Goods in Medicine Hat
The Medicine Hat article notes Birnie Bros. on Main Street offers a broad Christmas stock. Cut Glass, Silverware, Gas Ranges, Percolators, Tea Sets, and Community Silver are highlighted with prices from $1.50 to $10.00. The piece urges shoppers to visit for gifts for housewives and men alike, stressing variety and discounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birnie Bros
Cuy Hall
Canada
Rochester
Ungarian Dreadnoughts and Navy Commander
Ungarian Navy plans four new super-dreadnoughts in 1915 and appoints a new commander to lead modernization. The unclear text hints at naval strategy and leadership changes within the Ungarian fleet.
British Mouse of Cor opens amid frost and doubt
London dispatch from December 20 reports uncertainty about the timing of a pending reassembly. The exact date remains unclear as officials weigh a choice that could affect an anticipated reopening and public expectations.
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THE
Glasgow House
People’s
Wine & Spirit Co
Main Street
Fey Bo
Railway Street
Haat ‘Bank of
Montreal
Axpress
R. L. A’ Dobbin
Medicine
Mat News
Medicine Hat Sews Coy Ltd
Bat
Alta
Adn
Terrill
PTION
Por
Tryentleth
Wappy
Trwentleth
George’o
Iit
Godot
A. Gut
Royal Rochester
Binie ‘Bros. Ally
Birnie
Mander
Navy
Hang
Sonsiste
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