Poland China hogs and the race for size and profit
George W. Falk, speaking to the Missouri Swine Breeders Association, says Poland China hogs have trended smaller over 25 years as refinements reduced bone and weight. He notes many breeders favor fancy points over size and profit, while true improvement requires judgment to prevent shrinking the breed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Falk
Missouri Swine Breeders’ Association
Poland-Chinas
Poland- Chinas
Company pressed to manufacture beet sugar at Chatham
A local report notes pressure on a company to begin beet sugar production in Chatham, detailing the push from residents and officials seeking new agricultural industry and jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chatham
Queen Victoria Death Mourning Edict and Proclamation
London and Cowes report royal mourning rules after Victoria’s death. A Gazette supplement bans deep mourning after March 6 and limits it to April 17, while banks suspend business and parade routes are draped in black. King Edward VII orders Saturday memorials and Canada declares a nationwide mourning day. The proclamations outline accession, promises of constitutional rule, and calls for obedience as the empire grieves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
the Gazette
Osborne
Edward VII
Cowes
Osborne House
Charles Frederick Hothan
William
Prince Arthur
Tomay
Edward
Albert Edward
Gree
Albert the
Maine
Queen Victoria
United Kingdom
Great Britain
Ireland
Prince Albert Edward
Prince of Wales
John Gilbert Illiot
Earl of
Minto
Canada
Privy Council of
Prince Albert Edward of
Wales
Edward the VII
Great Britain and Ireland
J Minto
R.W. Scott
Corporal Miles Squadron in Grim Battle Report
The Pineher Creek Echo recounts Corporal Miles and his squad surviving a brutal engagement near a railway and culverts. Privates WildsBirnie, and others faced heavy Boer fire as reinforcements arrived. Miles was wounded, and Birnie and Waldy helped retreat to camp. The piece honors fallen comrades and notes a forthcoming annual charity event organized by local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Morden
Miles Squid
Gov Will Fewer
Sein
Miles Witecderebia Tela
Oouth
Davidson Weet
Poutieg
Verbeelor
Deine
Wilds
Birnie
Waldy
V. Ailes
Nichie
Capt
Yaynleon
Anne
Meyer
Fred Morden
Earb
Railwaymen Ball Celebrates Second Annual Brotherhood Gala
The Opera House hosted the second annual ball and supper for the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen. About 75 couples attended, enjoying music by Jos. Leonard's orchestra, decorated halls, and a substantial supper by Warris of the Excelsior Bakery. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlain and many others from Calgary, Lethbridge, and local groups, with committees handling arrangements and the Ladies' auxiliary assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Brotherhood of
Opera House
Sius Air
W. Lowe
Cascade Lodge No
Lh. P
Charity Lodge No
RL T
Jos. Leonard
Medicine
Warris
Tixcelsior Bakery
Chamberlain
Rae
Miss Rae
F. Alexander
Mexander
Walter Ireland
W. Thunilton
Miss Hamilton
E. Walton
Misses Walton
Canty
Retlock
G.vans
W. Johnston
J. Richards
Cameron
Barreavu
Tulls
M. Bailey
Richardson
Misa Gillis
Miss Dendale
Sanderson
Miss Toll
Miss Courselle
Miss Barclay
Messrs. Putvin
Kirkland
Mann
Po Chuubberlain
Williamson
D. Williamson
W. Milne
M. Robertson
R. G. Wetman
W. Reid
Smallpox Scare In Maple Creek
A Maple Creek health scare linked to a mild smallpox form prompted quarantines for four or five houses. Dr. Brett diagnosed the cases, with Dr. Inglis to confirm, and vaccination is widespread. The Medicine Hat Board supports action to isolate any new case and considers a bacteriological lab from THE NEW would aid the Northwest Territories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maple Creek
Brett
Board of Health
Smith
Medicine Hat
Taunt Nuans
Repina
N.W.T
Dr Agnew Catarrhal Powder Relief Claim Ad
Short puff of breath through the blower distributes powder over nasal passages. Claims instant relief and permanent cure for catarrh hay fever colds headache sore throat tonsillitis and deafness. Sold for 10 cents.
Dr Coleridge Dentist Offers Pain Free Teeth Extraction
Dr Coleridge a graduate of Philadelphia Dental College advertises a temporary office in Room 20 Assiniboia Taurel. He promises painless tooth extractions and invites patients to visit for dental care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Dental College
Assiniboia Taurel
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The
Medicine Hat Trading Go., Ltd
American Fish Bros
the City Drug Store
Albert Hughes
Poland
China
Privy Council For
Cuinand RW
Scott
Corporal Thiles
Pineher Creek
Mondas
Orith
Sacive Ciereit
Dinines Hall
Eenthaned
Messrs. Baker, Stree
Anee Mason
Omen
Khardeot
J. BL Shaw
Seo Beae
Jajucsiuys
Acahl Dietae
Railwaymen's Ball
Jersey
Lancers
Rockaway
Lancers Schutlische
Walls
Lancers Walts
Circle
DR. Coleridge
Robinson
Carber' S Collier
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