World Happenings Briefly Told
Sixty five thousand girls disappeared last year in the United States. Sir Alfred Dale, noted educationist and former vice chancellor of Liverpool University, has died at age 65. Mrs E. B. Eddy's Hull estate valued around 6 million dollars with Enrico Caruso's daughter Gloria slated to receive half of the tenor's estate per heirs. Manitoba and Ontario reach final highway linkage agreement. Canadian National Railway orders liquor cars guarded beside conductor’s van. New York auto thefts rise. 2,491 cars worth 2.5 million dollars stolen since February 20. A memorial tablet honors Marshal Foch at the birthplace house. Special trains planned September 5-6 to view the Peace Arch dedication at Blaine. Dr. D B Neely, Western Liberal, now in Whitby after overseas medical work. formerly Humboldt Saskatchewan legislator in 1905 by acclamation.
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D. B. Neely
Humboldt, Sask
Paris
London
Whitby
Arctic sea-cow sighting stirs museum interest and hunt
The Arctic sea-cow once thought extinct is spotted in the Northern Pacific. A revenue cutter pursues the rare creature as museums reportedly want specimens. The piece condemns slaughter of rarity and notes a golden eagle sighting with warnings to shoot.
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Pacific
England
Staffordshire
Bill
London Daily News
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promoted For Youthful Vitality
An advertisement extols Dr Hamilton's Pills as a system regulator that strengthens nerves and blood, improves bowel function, and cleanses the body. It claims benefits for both young and old and directs readers to purchase for 25 at dealers of The Catarrhozone Co. in Montreal.
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Dr. Hamilton
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Quotable Exchange on Needs and Wants in Hard Times
A playful dialogue reflects household budgeting tensions during inflation. Hubby emphasizes distinguishing wants from needs, while Wifey counters that her desires feel essential, illustrating practical and humorous view of living with rising prices. Life.
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil touted for croup and more
Advertisers claim Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil provides rapid relief for croup sore throat chest earache rheumatic pains cuts and bruises It is said to be indispensable in the family medicine chest and trusted by thousands for general ailments.
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Thomas
Travelling South American Tropics Fish Warned by Dry Season
Tropic fish leave stagnant ponds to find cooler water as the sun dries their habitat. They march through forest undergrowth in large numbers, enduring days and nights on their search for better water.
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Tropics
South American
Ontario Dairymen Move to Form Provincial Co operative
Dairymen in Ontario plan to imitate fruit growers by creating a large provincial co operative sales association to cover the province. The initiative aims to unify marketing and boost bargaining power for members.
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Ontario
A Vacation Paradise Within Easy Reach
Lake of the Woods offers accessible summer retreat with island camps fishing swimming and boating near Kenora. Hotels provide home comforts while staying close to the lake. The coming vacation rush ends the season. arrange travel via postcard or Canadian Pacific Ticket Office for details.
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Ceene
Lake of the Woods
Kenora
Canadian Pacific Ticket Office
Nerviline touted as quick remedy for winter dysentery
An article promotes Nerviline as a fast cure for winter dysentery and stomach cramps. It claims winter cases stem from cold congestion or improper eating, with relief appearing promptly after a small dose. The product is advertised at 35 cents in drugstores.
British Turbo Electric Locomotive in Trial Prototypes
A leading British firm develops a turbo electric locomotive for main line trials. The design uses a high speed turbine driving a generator with electric controllers powering wheel motors, aiming to combine turbine efficiency with electric speed control and possibly convert express steam locomotives.
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Great Britain
Family Pride and Ancestry Jokes
A concise humor item notes Mrs De Graw belittling with talk of ancestors while a quip about a dog pedigree lightens the moment. The exchange reflects social quirks and family pride in a Boston Transcript style vignette.
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Boston Transcript
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Promoted for Child Health
An advertisement promotes Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as an effective remedy to expel intestinal worms in children, claiming that removing worms is essential for healthy growth. The notice emphasizes its use for parental care and child vitality.
Watching Oil Developments In Canada Automakers Spotlight
Canadians closely follow MacKenzie district oilfield news as the country hosts ten automobile manufacturers whose 1920 production was valued at 84.5 million dollars. Their plants are said to be worth 110 million, employing over 80 thousand people. Canada ranks next to the United States with one car per twenty one people.
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MacKenzie District
Canada
United States
Dentist urges mothers on child dental care
A London Opinion quip reports a mother and her daughters Rose and Daisy refusing to brush teeth, highlighting a humorous battle over oral hygiene among children. The cartoonish line reflects parental attitudes toward daily dental care in households.
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London
Local Dealers Help Town Grow
A town cannot grow without business. By helping your local dealer you assist the community.
Black Canton Crepe Dress for Afternoon
A high fashion black Canton crepe dress remains popular for daytime wear. The model features white wool embroidery at the neckline and sleeves, a black satin hem, and two narrow belts that accentuate a long waisted silhouette.
The Backache Cause and Pink Pills Remedy
The article links backache to poor blood nourishment and argues kidneys are rarely the cause. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills to build up the blood, claims superior health benefits, and notes six boxes for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams
British Jute Factory Under Construction in Brazil
A British factory for manufacturing all kinds of jute articles is under construction in Sao Paulo. It is stated that a bold bid will be made for the jute sacking trade of Brazil.
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Brazil
Sao Paulo
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Adverts
An old advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine claiming it builds up the system and reduces susceptibility to colds. It states the medicine works through the blood on mucous surfaces to lessen inflammation and restore normal conditions. Circles are free from F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
B C Salmon For Europe Shipment Becomes Vancouver Highlight
A 65 000 case cargo of British Columbia salmon will depart from Vancouver bound for the British Isles France Belgium and other parts of Europe. It marks the largest single shipment ever sent from Vancouver by sea to Europe.
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British Columbia
Vancouver
British Isles
France
Belgium
Europe
Real Asthma Relief Promises Safe, Long Lasting Benefit
Advertises Dr J D Kellogg's asthma remedy as conservative in claims and offering real relief and permanent benefit. Encourages purchase with assurance of lasting improvement and no disappointment in many cases.
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J. D. Kellogg
Paris weighs endless moving underground pavement to ease traffic
A Paris planning concept envisions a continuous moving pavement system beneath streets to reduce surface congestion. The proposal outlines a large scale transit corridor using automated platforms and magnetic guidance to transport pedestrians with high capacity and minimal surface disruption.
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Paris
Saskatoon to Host Concrete Disintegration Research HQ
Saskatoon aims to host the laboratory for concrete disintegration studies with support from the Canadian Institute of Engineers and the University of Saskatchewan. Prof Williams and Prof Thorvaldson at Saskatchewan Univ are named researchers. funding of 15,000 dollars yearly for three years is promised from federal and provincial sources.
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Saskatoon
Canadian Institute of Engineers
University of Saskatchewan
W. P. Brereton
A. Blackie
W. M. Scott
Greater Winnipeg
Williams
Thorvaldson
Manitoba
Dominion
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Free Press
Putnam's Corn Extractor Promises Pain Free Relief
An 19th century advertisement touts Putnam's Corn Extractor as the sole painless remedy for troublesome corns. It claims guaranteed results with a 2 1/2 cent price and markets to households seeking quick relief.
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Putnam's Corn
Cutting Down Trees in a Forest Future
An eastern writer argues against extreme anti logging views held by older generations. He states mature forests should be cut when economically favorable and, if land cannot grow crops, a new crop could be started by fire and insects under the guidance of a forest engineer as a growing Canadian profession.
New Kind of Clock Invented in England
A novel English clock uses the clock’s own weight as the driving force. The mechanism winds as the clock slides down two vertical pillars and is reset by pushing it back to the top. Winding is visible at a glance, eliminating keys and reducing overlooked winding.
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England
Imperial Teachers Association Holds Toronto Convention
The Imperial Teachers' Association held its second meeting in Toronto with over 100 delegates from across the British Empire. They were hosted by the Ontario Department of Education, with sessions inside Convention Hall at the University of Toronto.
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Imperial Teachers’ Association
Toronto
British Empire
Ontario Department of Education
Convention
University of Toronto
Immortality of labor praised by elder workers
Cin cinnati Enquirer notes that life rewards obedience to timeless commandments. A broken 40 year old becomes a misfit while octogenarian workers prove life is worthwhile by enduring, contributing, and uplifting others through continued effort.
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Cinc'nnatl Enquirer
Phonoscript Letter System Aims to Aid Reading
Inventor claims a forty seven character alphabet teaches children to pronounce any word at sight using a phonetic method for language instruction.
Dominion Express Money Orders On Sale In Canada
Money orders are available at one thousand Dominion Express offices across Canada. The program promotes secure payments and nationwide coverage for personal and business transactions. Customers can purchase and cash orders at participating locations.
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Dominion Express
Canada
Prairie crop totals show big wheat rise to 265 million
The Dominion Government estimates the prairie wheat crop at 265,000,000 bushels, up 30,000,000 from 1920. Oats total 300,000,000 bushels with rye at 9,106,000. Manitoba yields include wheat 39,870,000 oats 58,425,000 barley 18,488,000 rye 2,700,000. Saskatchewan reports wheat 155,445,000 oats 158,122,000 barley 12,420,000 rye 2,847,000. Alberta totals: wheat 69,597,000 oats 83,609,000 barley 10,390,000 rye 3,559,000.
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Dominion
Prairie Provinces
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Miller's Worm Powders Offer Quick Worm Remedy
Advertises Miller's Worm Powders as a self contained remedy that requires no castor oil or purgative. Claims a single dose will eliminate worms by making the digestive tract hostile to parasites and improve digestion in the process.
Germany Faces Task of Restoring War Materials in Belgium
Germany must restore machines, horses, and railroad equipment valued at about 100 million francs to Belgium, a postwar obligation reflected in ongoing reparations and reconstruction efforts.
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Germany
Belgium
Holloway's Corn Remover Promises Pain Free Removal
Advertisement claims soft corns are hard to eradicate and that Holloway's Corn Remover will draw them out painlessly. The copy markets the product as an easy solution for foot corn discomfort.
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Holloway
First large city paper set entirely by women in St Louis
In the early 1970s a St. Louis newspaper became the first major city paper to employ an all female composing staff, marking a milestone in newsroom equality and labor practices. The move highlighted changing roles for women in journalism and sparked discussion across the industry.
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St. Louis
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Alfred Dale
Liverpool University
E. B. Eddy
Hull
Enrico Caruso
Gloria
Tenor
Caruso
Canadian National Railway Freight Department
New York
Manhattan
Bronx
Marshal Foch
Blaine
Washington
Peace Memorial Association
New Westminster
B.C
Leola Liniment
Minard
Dairymen
Clare Bros. Western
Winnipeg
Furnace
Burns
Marie Belmont
Dandruff
Cutigura
Seczema
Nowa Geetha
Bors Union
Lemans
St. Paul St
Beecham’s
Cook
THE
Cook Medicine CO
Permerty
America
cLay’ Lover Co, Inc
West Sist Street
U.S.A
Bayer
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