Canada Should Buy Its Own Coal At Home
The article argues that Canada should favor domestic coal over imports to keep money in the country, support Canadian miners, and lower production costs. Alberta and Nova Scotia hold large coal reserves, yet Canada imports coal from the United States, harming the balance of trade and employment. It cites Manitoba's $20,000,000 coal outflow and urges Canadians to purchase Canadian coal to boost national prosperity and reduce layoffs.
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Canada
Nova Scotia
Atlantic
British Columbia
Pacific
Prairie
Alberta
Saskatchewan
British Isles
Britain
British Empire
United States
Manitoba
Parliamentary
Ottawa
S. J. Cook
Railway Commission
Farming Wealth of Manitoba in 1919 Shown
The farming wealth of Manitoba in 1919 totaled 350 296 000 with crops 158 566 000 and livestock dairy produce poultry and wool 191 730 000. Manitoba farmers won 72 prizes at the 1919 International Soil Products Exhibition in Kansas City. Livestock numbers include horses 379 356 cows 227 872 other cattle 553 899 total cattle 781 771 sheep 167 170 swine 261 642 and poultry 2 731 166.
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Manitoba
Kansas City
Austrian gold dispute sparks tense Allied pressure
The reparation commission demands Austria surrender part of its gold reserve and the vault keys. Austria refuses, arguing the demand violates the Treaty of Versailles and recalling claims by former Austrian states.
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Austria
New Use For Saskatchewan Clay
A Waldeck farmer develops a fire lighter from local clay, claimed to be the only known deposit of its kind in the Americas. The brick soaked in kerosene burns for about thirty minutes with a steady flame and can be refilled and reused. Additional clay products include kalsomine filler, Dutch cleanser, white shoe polish, and high quality bricks or tiles.
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Waldeck
American
Germany
Read This Carefully If Losing Looks and Strength
Advert saysDr Hamiltons Pills restore vitality and health. Claims include headache relief liver support stomach toning and quick return to vigor. Mentions 25c price and Catarrhozone Co Montreal as distributors.
Dresssed Meat for England and Canadian abattoirs plans
Mr P Burns of P Burns and Co a leading Canadian livestock dealer predicted that live cattle shipments to England would be replaced within ten years by dressed meat transport. He said eastern terminals would house large abattoirs where cattle would be slaughtered and prepared for overseas shipment.
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P. Burns
P. Burns & Co
Canada
England
Saskatchewan loan plan to fund farm silos
A Rural Credits Act proposal would loan one half the cost of silo construction to farmers, pending legislative approval. Repayment would be due in one or two years, with the program aimed at encouraging silo building.
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Saskatchewan
Committee On Agriculture
Legislative Assembly
Beavers Flourish Close to Winnipeg Say MLA
J Morrison M L A for Rupert's Land informed the agriculture committee at the parliament building that within 100 miles of Winnipeg there are more beavers than in all of Northern Manitoba which begins about 300 miles north, according to his remarks.
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Winnipeg City
Manitoba
Here
J. Morrison
M.L.A
Rupert’s Land
Committee On Agriculture
Parliament Building
One Phone to Every Ten Persons In U S
The United States has 12 004 325 telephone subscribers, yielding about one telephone for every 10 people. This reflects rapid growth in telephony and indicates broad access to fixed lines across the nation. The figure shows substantial penetration in urban areas rising with industrial and residential demand.
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United States
Itch Cured In 30 Minutes by Wellers Sanitary Lotion
Wellerd's Sanitary Lotion claims a 30 minute cure for itch mange and contagious scratches on humans and animals. Available at druggists.
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Wellerd
Samoa's Sea Worms Draw Noted Attention
The report describes a slender sea worm from Samoa likened to a straw in texture. It is consumed both raw and cooked, much like oysters, highlighting a curious local delicacy observed in the region.
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Samoa
Longest Thunder Duration Noted At 45 Seconds
A historical record notes the longest accurately observed thunder roll lasting 45 seconds. The entry cites meteorological observation as verification and marks a milestone in weather event documentation.
Dr New Heart Remedy Claims Quick Relief
An advertisement touts Dr Agnew's remedy for heart disease promising relief in ten minutes and a cure in organic or sympathetic heart disease. It lists palpitations shortness of breath smothering spells and left side pain as symptoms treated by the peeress remedy.
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Agnew
Taking Chances and a Railway Demand
A Cleveland Plain Dealer anecdote recounts a ster citizen asking a railroad official to order the engineer of the Elm Grove express passing at 11 55 am to refrain from whistling on Sunday mornings. The official calls the request ridiculous while the citizen explains the pastorpreaches until the whistle sounds and the express was late last Sunday.
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Express
Elm Grove
Cleveland Plain-Dealer
U S Immigrants Arrived With Average Wealth Of 371 77
In 1920 there were 48 866 immigrants from the United States each bringing an average cash and effects wealth of 371 77. The total wealth of United States immigration for the year reached 18 166 962.
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United States
Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator Promoted
A standard remedy praised for decades as an effective treatment to protect children from intestinal worms. The advertisement highlights its trusted reputation and long history of use.
Your Teeth and the Quiet Scourge of Scurvy
In London research shows even trace scurvy alters tooth structure and boosts decay. Latent scurvy, common in under nourished children, stems from improper nourishment and chewing issues. Early dental and medical checkups are urged to prevent tooth loss and promote healthy growth.
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Lester Institute
London
A Splendid Medicine for the Children
Baby's Own Tablets are praised as a mild laxative that quickly regulates bowels and stomachs. A Saskatchewan mother reports strong satisfaction, noting consistent effectiveness with repeated use. Sold by dealers or mail order at 25 cents per box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
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A. D. West
Loreburn, Sask
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Banff to Lake Louise Highway Set for June Opening
The Banff to Lake Louise highway is completed and the western ten miles await official opening to vehicles. It is expected to be declared open in June, allowing the Banff to Lake Louise trip during the coming season.
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Banff To
Lake Louise
Banff
A Hopeful View on War and Climate Change
Sir Phillip Gibbs believes a new great European war is only a matter of time. Geologists think a new glacial epoch is inevitable, echoed in the Cleveland Plain Dealer excerpt.
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Phillip Gibbs
Cleveland Plain
Hall's Catarrh Medicine touted as cure
An 19th or early 20th century advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures acute catarrh by building up the system and cleansing blood. It asserts internal action on mucous surfaces and cites testimonials from druggists. The piece also briefly notes a Chinese cafeteria planned for Chicago.
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Hall
Chesey & Co
Toledo, Ohio
Canada Auto Industry Survey of 1919 Shows Scale and Region
Dominion Bureau of Statistics reports 1919 Canadian auto sector totals capital of 57 million dollars with Ontario dominating 48 million and 640 plants. Employment reaches 13 084 with payroll over 15 million. 61 257 touring cars and 7 527 trucks produced valued at over 56 million dollars and 4.85 million respectively.
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Dominion Bureau of Statistics
Ontario
Dominion
Canada
The Sincerity of a Wagging Dog
A brief note observes canine honesty through a dog wagging its tail as a simple, universal sign of loyalty and affection. It emphasizes the dependable expression of truth in animal behavior and-human interactions.
Testimonial From Famous Canadian Traveller About Liniment
A well known Canadian traveler recounts healing leg pain after his wife applied MINARD'S LINIMENT in Montreal. He claims the pain vanished within minutes and endorses the product in a signed testimonial.
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Montreal
Frank E. Johns
Discretion the Better Part in Economic Decline
The Edmonton Bulletin notes that wage declines and demand slack push workers toward stability, arguing that striking over nine months of work for 1800 to 3250 dollars a year is a costly miscalculation. It urges choosing steady employment even in uncertain times.
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Edmonton Bulletin
February Sea Fish Catch In Dominion Totals
The total catch of sea fish on both coasts of the Dominion for February was 166,751 cwts valued at 691,030. This compares with 278,398 cwts worth 652,970 in the same month last year.
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Dominion
Oil of the People Promoted as Widely Trusted Oil
For years Dr Thomas' Electric Oil has maintained leading status and expanded usefulness. Its proven qualities gain broad support as thousands report benefits and prefer it over other preparations.
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Thomas
Dickens Grandson Serves as Captain in British Navy
Gerald Dickens, the novelist Charles Dickens's grandson, holds the rank of captain in the Royal Navy. His appointment highlights a continuation of public service within the Dickens family.
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Gerald Dickens
Nevada Spring Promises Jet Black Hair Color
A claim describes a neutral spring of water in Nevada that will color hair jet black. The article notes the unusual effect and reports on the source of the claim and potential implications.
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Nevada
Okanagan Fruit Growers Report Strong Year In Sales
Statistics from the Okanagan United Fruit Growers show total sales over two million dollars and 808 193 packages handled in the past year. The general apple price across varieties averaged 24.34 dollars, up from 19.4 in 1919, with shipments rising to New Zealand Great Britain and the United States. Prospects for 1921 are very favorable.
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Okanagan United Fruit Growers
New Zealand
Great Britain
United States
Unblemished record for Kelloggs Asthma Remedy
Advertisement notes conservative claims for Dr J D Kellogg er s Asthma Remedy. It emphasizes endorsements from relieved sufferers and urges a trial by asthma sufferers, noting thousands have used it.
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J. D. Kellogg
J. D. Kelloger
Pine species of the United States chief timber sources
The United States hosts about 28 pine species. Among the most valuable are the white pine, Georgia pine, red pine and the great west coast sugar pine.
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United States
Great West Coast
Yorkshire Serge for Gentlemen’s Suits
A Woolen Goods advertisement by Z. Rosental of Gradford England promotes Yorkshire Serge a perfect pure wool for gentlemen suits. Indigo blue dye remains durable with fading resistance priced at 5.50 for two percent yards or 7.00 for three suit lengths. linings free postage 75 cents six lengths post free money refunded if not satisfied.
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Yorkshire
Z. Rosental
Devonshire Terrace
Gradford
England
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Carter
Dr. Hamilton
Catarrhozone Co
Beavers
Ster
U.S
Rea Proctor McGee
M.D
D.S
Oral Hygiene
Chicago
Minard
Dicken
Navy
D.D. D. D. Remedy CO
Phoenix Block
Winnipeg
America
Clay
Cook Medicine CO
Toroeto, Ont
Windsss. Eee
Brock
Okanagan Fruit
Dr. Chase
Edmanson, Bales &On Limited
Toronto
Fczema
Domine Jon Express
The
Fruit Lands Exchange
Grand Forks
B.C
Ellison
Church St
Bayer
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