Canada’s Hudson Bay Railway sparks northward expansion
The article lauds the Hudson Bay Railway project as it nears Churchill and notes a spate of developments. A new branch from The Pas to the Flin Flow mining area, a White Mud Falls power plant, and a 50 to 60 million dollar northern development plan are set to fuel vast exploration and freight growth, with insurance and shipping lines already showing confidence.
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Canada
Hudson Bay Railway
Tay
Prairie
C.K
Moore Jaw
Montreal
Moose Jaw
C_P
New York
Churchill
Thomases
Bay
Dominion
Manitoba
Whitney Interests
Pas
ILB
Fun Fien
White Mud Falls
Hudson Bay
Automobiles Eyed to Replace Animals in Army Transport
The War Department studies automobile use for military transport, issuing inquiries on substituting motor power for animals in operations. Army officers cite advantages in overseas movements where animal power is less effective.
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United States War Department
Army study to broaden investigations across all branches
A broad study will be conducted in nearly every army branch. It will align with similar inquiries in other nations and be commensurate in scope.
Radio reception forecast after Washington conference
Commander Edwards returning from the Washington radio conference predicts improved reception in Canada. Discussions with the U S federal commission proposed a new band below 200 meters limited to 50 watts. The plan bars high power stations to protect many local low power stations from interference.
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Edwards
Washington
Canada
Federal Commission of the
United States
Curate Will and Bride Here in Question at Hand
Curate Will confronts a line of due process over the reference to a woman as “this woman” asking who is being addressed in the wedding invitation language. The exchange centers on respectful phrasing in formal notices and social roles.
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North Country
Poplar Trees Most Frequently Struck by Lightning Says European Study
European experts report a long term survey finding poplar trees are most often struck by lightning. Minardes Liniment for Neuralgia is also noted in the text as a generic product mention.
Nitrogen From the Air Threat to Atmosphere and Life
Britain leads in nitrogen from the air production. Scientists weigh risks of exhausting the atmosphere by over harvesting nitrogen. If imbalance occurs oxygen could increase, fueling intense animal life and rapid vegetation growth.
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Britain
Trials of Indigestion Digestive Health Advice
An article warns against overreliance on purgatives and urges diet control to support digestion. It promotes building blood health with Dr Williams Pink Pills, claiming improved appetite and digestion, available from Brockville Ontario druggists or by mail for 50 cents per box.
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Dr. Willams
Woman Colonel Dead Juana Arias Verdeda Honored Cuban War
Juana Arias Verdeda the sole woman to reach colonel rank in the Cuban war of independence has died at 116 at the Avero farm near Bayamo Orient. She led troops in battle and twice engaged Spaniards in hand to hand fighting. Asthma Overcome. Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy is praised as a proven relief with testimonials from many users.
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Juana Arias Verdeda
Avero
Bayamo
Orient
Verdeda
J. D. Kellogg
Aim Without Ammunition: A Man’s Hoatless Charge
A proverb-like reflection argues that a man's purpose lacks power without support or resources to back it. The quotation emphasizes the need for practical means to match ambition, suggesting empty aims fail without backing.
Egyptian woman unveils before King Fuad in liberal act
A Cairo society note says Madame Mackel, wife of an Egyptian newspaper editor, unveiled in the presence of King Fuad during a visit by the French President. The piece frames this act as a historic challenge to ancient custom and a future step for East women's liberty.
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Fuad
Egypt
Madame Hmackel
Paris
Madame Ilackel
Vashti
Ahasuerus
Good Law and Sound Logic on Highways Rights
Judge Riddell imposed a three year sentence in Kingston Penitentiary on a motorist who killed a three year old boy. The judge urged that motorists must learn to pass over the highway with care and regard for the rights of pedestrians and children.
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Kingston Penitentiary
Riddell
Britain Finds Vast Soda Lake Near Lake Victoria
The British Empire notes a large soda lake at Magadi in Kenya Colony east of Lake Victoria. It covers at least fifty square miles with unknown depth and crystals in the mother liquor, appearing frozen. Extraction supports railways and refineries with about 200000 tons produced annually. Also promotes Miller's Worm Powders to expel worms and improve child health.
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Trinidad
Magadi
Kenya Colony
Lake
Victoria
Nyanza
Increase In Crime In The United States
A 1923 to 1926 census survey across 31 states shows prisoners increasing 28.3 percent in courts. The piece notes rising crime and inmate populations as a reflection of broader social trends. It ends with a brief, unrelated claim about Holloway's Corn Remover removing corns without flesh injury.
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United States
United States Census Bureau
Thrift Magazine
Holloway
Highlander Parades With Bagpipes Beside Theatre Queue
A kilted Highlander marches along the street playing bagpipes beside a theatre queue. A bystander questions the walking pattern while a bus conductor jokes about the difficulty of quieting the tune. The piece ends with a wry aphorism on choosing freely what one must do later.
Prince of Wales hailed as publicity agent for Canada
The Prince of Wales speech at the Canada Club in London sparks a nationwide rush of inquiries. Canada House and Canadian Pacific offices report floods of interest from business leaders, immigrants, and cities like Bristol, Liverpool, Glasgow, and London as people plan to explore Canada’s opportunities. Officials call the prince Canada’s finest publicity agent.
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Canada
Prince of Wales
Canada Club
London
Canada House
Canadian Pacific
Bristol
Liverpool
Glasgow
Aeen
Louse
Putnam's Corn Extructor Promises Quick Relief
Ad claims Putnam's corn extractor removes pain from corns with one or two drops. It states the corn shrivels and drops off after several applications, leaving no scar or pain. Urges customers to refuse substitutes and buy from druggists.
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Putnam's
Putnam's Corn
Putnam’s
Recipes For This Week
Melt butter and stir in flour salt and paprika until smooth. Add water or meat stock and bring to a boil while stirring. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley, then serve.
Simple Chocolate Cake and Cocoa Frosting Recipe
Instructions describe making a cake batter with flour baking powder salt cinnamon eggs sugar melted shortening and chocolate then baking at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes. Frosting combines confectioners sugar cocoa milk and vanilla, whisked until smooth.
The Race Prejudice Cartoon in Punch
A Punch cartoon mocks race prejudice as workmen discuss a stranger. Bricks fly and heads are struck as war and confusion erupt. The piece condemns labeling others and urges brotherhood and understanding among people.
Ancient bonnet found during church roof repairs at Perth
Workmen repairing roof rafters of St. John's Church in Perth discovered an ancient bonnet woven from material. Estimated at 250 years old, the relic is in a badly rotted condition and its origin remains a mystery.
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St. John’s Church
Perth
Canada Salt Production Rises in 1926
Canada produced 262 547 tons of salt in 1926 valued at 1 480 149 dollars, marking a 1 percent increase from 1925 production.
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Canada
New Type Plane Promises Affordable Civil Aircraft
Captain H P Ayres reports a new two seat civil aircraft built in Peterboro Ontario costing 3000 dollars. The design aims to solve housing for machines and offer a foolproof plane for private operation. It carries two people with 100 pounds baggage, 7 hour range and 110 mph speed. The piece ends by noting Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as a ready product.
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Ayres
Centenarian Juana Lopez Vaccinated in Mexico City
Fear of smallpox led Juana Lopez believed to be 118 years old to seek vaccination at the Municipal Palace Mexico City. She was accompanied by her 89 year old companion Esteban HBernstain who also received the vaccine as a crowd watched the swift descent from the palace stairs.
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Juana Lopez
Mexico City
Esteban Hbernstain
Alberta Sets New Auto Licenses Record
Alberta reports 70 300 licenses issued by October compared with 64 129 for all of last year as it marks a record year in automobile figures.
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Alberta
Castoria Endorsed For Safe Baby Relief And Sleep
A Victorian style advertisement extols Fletcher's Castoria as a safe gentle remedy for infants. It claims pure vegetable base, no harsh tastes, and compares favorably to castor oil. The piece also touts a care book included with the product and urges use by physicians.
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Adelaide Thomas
Hohner Ave
Kitchener
Ont
Fenuine Fletcher
Fletcher
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Toronto
Ontario
United States Army
Cotuvia
G. C. Payette & CO
St. Catherine St. West
Rameey Company
Henk Sc
Ottawa
Therapion
DorChronie
W. N
Bride
Minared
Dodds. Kidney
Nile
Curious
U.S
Tories
Wise
Prince
Betty Barclay
Punch
Bonnet
Mirard
Stenhouss Ltd
Mestre” Price
Seay S Chintment
Telewm Be ” Cuticwra
Peterboro
H. P. Ayres
Air Board
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