Peace on Earth and Canada’s Role in League of Nations
A Canada wide call for peace and goodwill, praising the League of Nations and Lokarno treaty while warning about Balkan tensions. The piece urges Canadians to support international cooperation and welcome Balkan newcomers to foster a peaceful spirit at home and abroad.
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The
League of Nations
Canada
Canadians
Europe
Balkan States
Balkans
Hugh Edwards
M.P
House of Commons
Women’s
Canadian Club of
Montreal
Inter-Parliamentary Union
Ottawa
Edwards
Balkan
Germany
Locirno
East
Interesting Scottish Invention by David Hatton
In a Scottish town a notable invention by David Hatton features a miniature treadmill operated by mice. The device was linked to a rough machine intended for spinning, representing an early and curious contribution to textile history.
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Scotland
David Hatton
Ingenious Scotchman Promoted Mouse Mills for Profit
The article notes a Scotchman making a clear profit of 6s per mouse per year using sewing thread. He proposed building 10,000 similar mouse mills that would yield £2300 annually, but the project did not go ahead.
Fire Chiefs Seek Education to Cut Losses in North America
The Inter national Association of Fire Chiefs and Engineers led by Kingston Chief James Armstrong met in Los Angeles to craft an educational program to reduce yearly fire losses of 558 million dollars in the United States and Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Association of Fire Chiefs and Engineers
James Armstrong
Kingston
Los Angeles
United States
Canada
Goldfish Introduced to Japan from China by 1500s
Historical note records that goldfish reached Japan from China as early as the 1500s. The introduction marks early exchange of ornamental fish between East Asian regions and reflects long cultural ties in aquatic husbandry.
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Japan
China
New Industry of Pedigree Rabbits Grows on Vancouver Island
A rising industry around Vancouver Island centers on pedigree rabbit rearing. On Saanich Peninsula there are over twenty rabbitries, with some large scale operations and others expanding. Thoroughbred rabbits fetch 100 to 200 dollars for breeding, and some breeds reach 15 to 18 pounds, while fur and meat markets loom as the industry strengthens.
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Vancouver Island
Seuburban
Saanich Peninsula
How to Relieve Children's Colds Remedies for quick relief
When a child first shows cold symptoms like sneezing red eyes or a runny nose prompt relief is advised. Mothers should keep a safe effective remedy such as Baby's Own Tablets which contain no opiates or narcotics and are easy to administer.
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Joseph Cadieux
Holyoke
Mass
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
New metal discovery reported from University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky reports a new metal one third as heavy as bronze brass or cast iron and three times as strong as any of them. Discoverer Harold McLean, an Orillia native, has researched the venture for nine years and will not reveal his formula. His family still lives in Orillia.
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University of Kentucky
Harold McLean
Orillia
McLean
Lecturer and Chairman Exchange Witty Quip
Public Inquiry notes a humorous clash as the lecturer counters the chairman's joke with a sharp line. Miller's Worm Powders advertised claim to deter worms and heal inflamed surfaces while restoring strength to children weakened by parasitic draughts.
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Public Inquirer
London Land Sale Marks Major Real Estate Milestone
Lord Howard de Wailden completed a historic sale of 40 acres in the West End for an estimated 15 million dollars. The tract spans some of London’s wealthiest and poorest streets, highlighting a dramatic cross-section of the capital.
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London
Howard de Wailden
West End
Iceland’s 1000-Year Record Shows Few Thefts
A historical survey notes Iceland’s past millennium records only two theft cases. Researchers attribute this scarcity to strong social cohesion and local conflict resolution mechanisms that discouraged property crime. The finding highlights Iceland’s unique legal and community norms.
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Iceland
Disarmament After Locarno Still in Question
British leaders debate post Locarno peace guarantees with Ramsay MacDonald Lloyd George Viscount Cecil and Austen Chamberlain urging disarmament. They warn Britain faces danger from enemy air and submarines even as France and Germany are at peace.
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Ramsay MacDonald
Lloyd George
Viscount Cecil
Austen Chamberlain
Europe
France
Germany
Great Britain
House of Lords
Britain
British Isles
New Preference Rules Increase British Origin Requirement
New Zealand doubles the British origin requirement for imports under British preference to fifty percent starting in April. Canadian goods entering New Zealand must use fifty percent Canadian labor and materials to qualify for the preference, impacting Canadian branches of American firms engaged in assembly or partial manufacturing.
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New Zealand
Canada
Umbrella Offer Sparks Witty Rebuff
A clipped exchange features Serald offering an umbrella to Geraldine who declines with a sharp retort, highlighting playful street dialogue. The brief vignette captures humor through a cautious social moment and an amusing rejection.
Western Crop Transport Records Shattered in Inspections
On Monday November 16, inspectors checked 3,126 cars at Winnipeg and western points. Marketings totalled 5,897,851 bushels as the rail system faced unprecedented scrutiny.
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Winnipeg
Timothy Reminded Of Pauls Sufferings And Deliverances
The guide notes Timothy followed Pauls teaching and witnessed his conduct. It recalls persecutions at Antioch Iconium Lystra and elsewhere and emphasizes that faithful followers of Christ face persecution while God delivers. It cites John Oxenham and urges ever onward in faith and righteousness. The German press praises Chamberlain for dismissing a wartime corpse factory tale. A Leipzig library collects German writings since 1913.
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Timothy
Paul
Antioch
Iaconium
Lystra
God
Christ Jesus
Chamberlain
Austen Chamberlain
New British Warship Proposed by Thurston
A sensational hull for Britain designed by Sir George Thurston. a 28,000 ton composite vessel that could supersede capital ships and carriers. It carries six sixteen inch guns and armor from ten to twelve inches thick with a cruising speed of 2644 knots, claiming to comply with the Washington treaty.
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Great Britain
George Thurston
Brassey
Thurston
Admiralty
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