Indemnity Cuts Urged for Canadian Legislators
The article argues for reducing sessional indemnities for Senators and Members of Parliament amid rising debt and the need to lower taxation. It cites Alberta and Saskatchewan union positions, BC opposition, and Ottawa’s current $4 00 daily pay, urging action before elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Union of Municipalities of
Alberta
Alberta Union of Municipalities
British Columbia
Reginald Hayward
Winnipeg Tribune
Prairie Provinces
Saskatchewan
Ottawa
M.P
House of Commons
M.p.'s
Commons
Turnips Delicacy in Southern Hotels Highlighted
A Guelph Mercury note compares southern hotel menus praising Canadian turnips as a real delicacy and as filling as early southern strawberries in the north. The remark underscores bulk appeal for diners seeking substantial fare.
Endurance Race Croceryman Interaction
An odd interaction shows a customer noting a year of account activity and the reply suggesting a pause. The dialogue hints at a humorous or surreal exchange about ongoing service and rest.
Ambush Tree Reaches 25 Feet in Two Years in Africa
A tree species in Africa grows rapidly its ambush tree reaches full height of 25 feet within two years.
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Africa
Not Far Wrong Bobby's Take on a Synonym
A lighthearted anecdote shows Bobby during an exam defining synonym as a word you use when you cannot spell the word you wanted. The humor hinges on the clash between vocabulary and spelling.
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Bobby
Feeding Sheep At Fort William Over Eight Thousand Head
During winter over eight thousand Alberta sheep will be fed at Fort William. Screenings from grain elevators will be the principal fodder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Fort William
French Invent Portable Radio Set Hidden in Umbrella
French engineers unveil a compact radio receiving set disguised as an umbrella. The device integrates antenna elements and a small receiver, promising discreet field use and easy transport for on the go listening.
What Fliers Must Learn in 1914 Air Trials
A pilot in 1914 warns flying remains unstable and requires strong physique and temperament. Knowledge of aero dynamics helps but is not enough. Each year proves new difficulties as designers seek self righting machines. Slow speed safety and simpler controls are needed before mass air travel. An aviation learner faces fatal risks from small errors.
Nerviline Spotlight For Aches And Colds At Home
Nerviline is advertised as a safe home remedy for aches pains and colds. The copy claims quick relief from chest and throat soreness from coughing and from cramps colic diarrhea with vigorous rubbing. It targets both young and old and prices at 35 cents at all dealers.
Alarm in Paris Over Nonwhite World Population
Albert Sarraut former minister of the colonies and Washington arms conference delegate warned a Paris audience that the real menace to the future is the nonwhite third of the world’s population. He feared Japan would head an Asiatic bloc against Europe and urged leaders in Japan and the United States to avoid a far more terrible conflict than World War I.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Sarraut
Paris
Japan
United States
Miller's Worm Powders Promised to End Child Suffering
Advertisement-style note claiming morbid stomach and intestinal conditions encourage worms. It asserts Miller's Worm Powders destroy worms, correct digestion, and remove the cause of suffering in children.
Charges Extra For Mower The Strange Razor of Manchester Barber
John Rogers of Manchester uses a miniature lawn mower blade device on heavy whiskers and charges extra for the unusual grooming tool. The ad promotes Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a remedy for cuts bruises sprains sore throat and chest complaints with a universal warranty of healing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Rogers
Manchester
Rogers
Dr. Thomas
Wembley Exhibition to Run Another Year With Duke of Devonshire
The British Empire Exhibition at Wembley will continue for another year. The existing board, now including the Duke of Devonshire, is authorized to take necessary steps for its continuance as per a council resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wembley
Duke of Devonshire
Grapefruit Shifts from Luxury to Turkish Breakfast
The morning grapefruit becomes essential in the breakfast of Turkish aristocratic families as it gains presence in Europe but remains a luxury in Turkey. The piece notes grapefruit moving from exclusivity to broader but selective consumption amid rising adoption.
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Turkey
British Columbia Chooses Rhodes Scholar E J Knapton
E J Knapton of the University of British Columbia in Victoria has been elected the 1925 Rhodes scholar for the province by the local committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Knapton
Victoria
University of
British Columbia
Canadian Pork For France Decree Bordering 1925 Import
The Paris Journal reports a government decree authorizing imports of frozen pork from Canada and other nations through March 1, 1925. It outlines official approval for shipment to France and related trade terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Journal
Canada
Minard’s Liniment for Colds W N U 1583
An item notes Minard’s Liniment advertised to relieve colds. W N U reports on the product with brief claims of effectiveness and its availability through local merchants. The note reflects common early 20th century patent medicine promotion and consumer remedies.
Praise For Press Of Canada Addressing a gathering
Sir Henry Thornton president of Canadian National Railways thanked the press of Canada for support and constructive criticism during his tenure. He praised Canadian newspapers for patriotism public service and honesty and for awakening national consciousness and aiding national problem solving.
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Charlottetown
P.E
Sir Henry Thornton
Canadian National Railways
Dominion
Sir Henry
Press of
Canada
Newspapers
Dominion of Canada
World Poultry Congress Plans Formed for Ottawa 1927
The Department of Agriculture outlines preliminary arrangements for the World Poultry Congress to be held in Ottawa in 1927. A committee of western representatives is named with J. H. Hare, R. K. Baker, M. C. Herner, R. J. Coll, W. Moore, M. H. Rutledge, and Mrs. John Holmes among appointees. Hon. W. R. Motherwell to be honorary chairman and Dr. J. H. Grisdale to chair the committee. F. C. Elford serves as vice-chairman and general director.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
F. C. Elford
Dominion
Barcelona
Spain
Ottawa
Minister of Agriculture
J. H. Hare
Poultry Commissionerr
Edmonton
R. K. Baker
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon
M. C. Herner
Manitoba Agricultural College
Winnipeg
R. J. Coll
W. Moore
Vancouver
M. H. Rutledge
Sardis
B.C
John Holmes
R.O.P
Regina
W. R. Motherwell
J. H. Grisdale
Dominion Poultry Husbandman
Congress
Interior study eyes Alaska colonization by farmers
The U S Department of the Interior reports favorable conditions for colonizing up to 50 000 farmers in Alaska. It notes the Alaska Railroad traverses rich soils and that diverse crops can be grown with rail transport for surplus shipments in the warm season.
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U.S. Department of the Interior
Alaska
Department
Alaska Railroad
Viscount Lascelles Plans Rebuilding of Clanricarde Castle
Viscount Lascelles announces a plan to rebuild the ancient castle of the Clanricardes and reside there for part of each year. He aims to establish a racing stud in the famous stables and to restore the site, burned in 1826 after its 1588 origin. It is hoped Princess Mary will approve of an Irish home.
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Viscount Lascelles
Clanricardes
Earl Clanricarde
Lord Lascelles
Mary
Candidate With No Theories Fakes, People Like Humbugging
A Sylvester Georgia local item notes voters supposedly favor a candidate who promises nothing concrete yet pledges to handle problems as they arise. The piece satirically contrasts such empty promises with a real platform and policies.
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Sylvester
London Claims Healthiest Metropolis Status
London declares itself the healthiest city with life expectancy rising over 20 years in 30 years. In 1923 the city recorded its lowest death rate to date at 11.4 per thousand residents.
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London
Bolshevik Crackdown on Narcotics Trade Seeks Confiscation
The Soviet authorities announce drastic measures against illicit narcotics, imposing confiscation of all property for drug sellers and long deportation or imprisonment. Consumers face severe penalties with confinement in anti narcotic institutions at hard labor and release only after physician certification.
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Soviet
Russia
League of Nations’ Opium Commission
United States
Bloodless Sword Duel In Florence Militia Fight
Deputy Eugenio Chiesa and Signor Tamborini of the Florentine Legion Volunteers Militia dueled with swords after attacks on the militia were published. The 14 round contest left neither man wounded. doctors ordered a suspension and no reconciliation followed.
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Italy
Eugenio Chiesa
Signor
Tamborini
Florentine Legion Volunteers
Chiesa
Voce Republicana
Corns vanish with Holloway's Remover leaving no scar
The product claim states corns disappear after treatment with Holloway's Corn Remover and do not leave a scar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holloway
Winnipeg Board of Trade urges new Canadian currency
The Winnipeg Board of Trade council adopted a resolution urging the Receiver General of Canada to issue new paper money. It cites widespread dilapidation and unsanitary conditions of current currency as a public health menace and calls for government and bank issued bills.
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Council of the
Winnipeg Board of Trade
Receiver-General of
Canada
Funeral rites at Rome lighthouse for Adam Gallici
Lighthouse keeper Adam Gallici is mourned in a service held at the lighthouse. The coffin was lowered by chains from the top as pallbearers were lowered by ropes. A funeral cortege of eight motorboats followed the service.
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Adam Gallici
Rome
Gallici
Geddes Appointed Chair Of Britain Food Prices Commission
Sir Auckland Geddes, former ambassador to the United States and head of the Food Commission, is named chairman of Britain’s royal commission on food prices. The body will probe wholesale and retail food trades and the producer to consumer price gap and recommend action.
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Sir Auckland Geddes
Royal Commission
England
United States
Royal Commission On
Britain
New Health for Suffering Women
A health ad touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as restoring rich blood to relieve back pain fatigue faintness and headaches. It cites Mrs Eugene Deslauriers of Richot Manitoba praising the pills after doctors failed, and notes availability from druggists or by mail for 50 cents per box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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William
Eugene Deslauriers
Richot
Man
Wiliams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville, Ont
Australia Unearths 630-Pound Gold Nugget in 1872 Find
The world’s largest gold nugget, weighing 630 pounds and valued around 60000 dollars, was discovered in Australia in 1872. It drew wide attention from prospectors and museums, marking a historic gold discovery in the late 19th century.
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Australia
Oxford M.A. Attracts Widely Praised Affection
A social note reveals a lady currently showing affection toward an Oxford Master of Arts. The remark adds that she is noted for her generous nature.
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Oxford
Seasickness Brand Tied to Matrimony Voyage
A witty observation links seasickness to the voyage of matrimony. The remark suggests marriage can resemble a rough sea, stirring humor about wedding life and its challenges engaging readers.
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B.C. Rhodes Scholar
France
Minard
Press of Canada
World’s Poultry Congress
U.S
Department of Interior
Ireland
Edwardsburg
THE
Canada Starch Co, Limited
Montreal
Florentine Legion
Cross Swords
Bayer
Aspiite
Bayer Manufacture
Et Bayer Company
Druggista
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