World Happenings Briefly Told
General Sir James Willcocks, governor of Bermuda 1917 1977, died at Bhattapur India. Eerie security finds at Deneghmore near Cork. Mennonites migrate to Puertio Carabo. Saskatchewan Poultry Pool plans act to form cooperative under special act. Saskatoon passes milk in sealed bottles only from March 1. Lincoln Ellsworth receives Grand Cross of St Olav. 300 coolies frozen en route to Mongolian border. bodies shipped to Kalgan. Armistice holiday proposal gains support in Medicine Hat. Western radio telegraphy certificates awarded to four amateurs in Alberta British Columbia Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
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James Willcocks
Bermuda
Bhattapur
India
Ireland
Deneghmore
Cork
Canada
Paraguas
Cooperative Company
Saskatoon
Lincoln Fllsworth
Roald Amundsen
Norge
Spiterbergen
North Pole
Alaska
Haakon
Royal Order of St. Olav
Suynan
Kalgan
Shanshi
Medicine Hat News
Ottawa
F. W. Gershaw
Medicine Hat
Great Immigration Magnet for Peace River Wheat and Oats Champ
An editorial notes Herman Trelle age 39 of Wenbly Alberta has won world championships in both wheat and oats at the International Grain and Hay Show in Chicago. The piece argues Peace River District will produce best grain, offer vast opportunities for youth and become a leading immigration magnet for Western Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Trelle
Chicago
Wartonver
Sun
Wenbly
Peace River
Alberta
Canada
Brandon notice cites 650000 members in North American calf contests
A journal reports 650000 members in boys and girls calf competitions across North America. J D McGregor of Brandon Manitoba notes the movement began here and credits the events with boosting livestock breeding and overall stock interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North America
J. D. McGregor
Brandon
Man
China’s Chief Exports List Nonsensical Items
The article presents a garbled list of China’s exports including ani minis beans bristles for brushes chinaware earthenware pottery cottion wool and other items such as fireworks fishing products fruit hemp hides mats medicinal herbs oil paper silk vegetables and tea with many misspellings and repeats.
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China
Fashioned by Fearful Finances
A pithy reflection on marriages influenced by creditors and distrust in people. The speaker notes wives may dress stylishly because husbands’ debt pressures them to appear prosperous, revealing brittle faith in human nature.
Cold Gulf Stream Threatens France Winter Climate
Scientists warn mid Atlantic earthquakes may shift the Gulf Stream, cooling the Atlantic coast. France could see harsher winters and Icelandic conditions if the current moves outward. Central heating from tropical waters might fail with further quakes.
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France
mid-Atlantic
Gulf Stream
Atlantic
Iceland
Tropics
Greenland
French
Mid Atlantic
Channel Islands
French Atlantic Coast
Florida
North Sea
Siberia
Future of Aviation Seen As Key in Coming Years
Sir Alan Cobham’s civic address portrays air development as vital in the next years with private flying leading the way. He notes air travel will complement existing transport and envisions aero clubs in England, Australia, and Canada to seed ownership and skill across the empire. Toronto Globe says Cobham’s clear, enthusiastic delivery inspires confidence in aviation’s future.
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Sir Alan Cobham
Fjer
Sir Alan
Aero Clubs
England
Australia
Canada
Dominion
Alan Cobham
British Empire
Toronto Globe
Baby Travels 6000 Miles Alone Across Oceans
One year seven months old Andrew Knight of Scotland and Vancouver travels solo after losing both parents. He journeys from St John to Vancouver aboard the Montclaré, aided by a Salvation Army organizer. The total voyage costs five dollars, with Andy making friends aboard and ending the voyage in Vancouver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Knight
Scotland
Vancouver
Andy
Atlantic
C.P
Montclaré
St. John
CPLR
Glasgow Pier
Andrew
Captain Spicer
The
Salvation Army
World's Poultry Congress Opens in Ottawa July 27
The World's Poultry Congress in Ottawa from July 27 to August 4, 1927 will cover more than two hundred thousand square feet and feature around ten thousand live birds. National educational exhibits will occupy fifty five thousand square feet with broad commercial displays including seven thousand square feet for an incubator firm. European participation includes Germany Romania Italy Russia Denmark Poland Belgium Holland Spain and Latvia. The congress aims to promote international friendships and good fellowship among attendees from Europe the English speaking world the Americas and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Germany
Romania
Italy
Russia
Denmark
Poland
Belgium
Holland
Spain
Latvia
Europe
Old
New World
South America
Delicately Daring Frock in Moire with Shawl Collar
Charming frock combines dignity and smartness in moire. Front bodice joins to skirt with back in one piece. Geep V opening shawl collar plaited apron tunic feature slim lines and color contrast. Sizes 36 to 44 bust. Book on fashion offered for 10 cents.
Illinois settler hails Alberta farm success story
Settler W M Garrison from Cisne Illinois arrived twenty three years ago and took 160 acres in Westrock Alberta. He now owns 800 acres with 560 under cultivation and values the farm at 46000 dollars. He praises Alberta taxes education and soil fertility and says steady work leads to success.
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W. M. Garrison
Westrock
Alberta
Cisne
Minois
U S.A
Edmonton
Board of Trade
Garrison
United States
Canada
Smoke linked to higher pneumonia deaths in Pittsburgh
Dr. William White of the United States Public Health Service told the American Society of Mechanical Engineers that smoke may be a major contributor to pneumonia and other acute respiratory diseases. He cited Pittsburgh as a laboratory showing higher pneumonia deaths with denser air smoke levels, despite low tuberculosis deaths.
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Pittsburgh
William (. White
United States Public Health Service
Washington
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
White
Women on juries prove level headed and fair
The London Daily Mail argues that women jurors are as level headed as men and can add value to trials especially in divorce cases. It notes rare instances of loss of self control are outweighed by testimony from Sir Roberts Wallace and the principle of equal citizenship. It also says women may seek exemption if unable to serve and judges grant such requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roberts Wallace
County of London Sessions
London Daily Mail
John Bull Very Much Alive in Britain’s Recovery
The piece argues Britain faces years of heavy challenge yet expects a strong upswing as coal strikes end. It notes orders for home and foreign contracts reaching hundreds of millions, with engineering shipbuilding and dam projects to occupy industry for 18 to 24 months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Salmon pack sets 1926 British Columbia record
Record salmon pack for 1926 in British Columbia is forecast at about 1,900,600 cases, surpassing the 1921 peak. Breakdown shows sockeye 323,815. spring 65,993. cohee 149,207. pink 249,450. blueback 19,314. chum 595,123. steelhead 1,779.
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British Columbia
Chum
Steglheads
New British Steel Testing Machine Powers 1250 Tons
A novel British testing machine, built to test girders for Sydney Harbor’s largest span, will be housed in Middlesbrough. It can exert 1250 tons and easily tear apart a six inch thick steel bar, validating compression and strain for sections sent to Australia.
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Sydney Harbor
New South Wales
Australia
Middlesbrough
Canada sees rise in October immigration totals
Official Department figures show October 1926 immigration to Canada reached 10 013, up 30 percent from October 1925. Ten month total to October stood at 122 848, a 63 percent rise year over year, with large shares from Britain and the United States and 4 036 Canadians returning from the United States seeking permanent residence in Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Department of Immigration and Colonization
United States
How To Order Patterns Address Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Pattern No FARReeeeeee Size Name Town paca Queens have to be given the freedom of a city but bandits just take.
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Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Man Is Not Always Known By The Company He Keeps
An aphorism notes that a man’s true character may be judged by the company he keeps and the company he avoids. It warns that affiliations can reveal or cost him, sometimes to his detriment or loss.
Amber Deposits Highlighted in Fast Urussia
The article notes that the greatest and most valuable deposits of amber are located in Fast Urussia, emphasizing the richness and potential wealth of the region's geological resources.
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Fasturussia
Alberta reports record wheat yields in Patricia district
The Alberta Department of Agriculture lists several high yields from Patricia district growers including A. Smart 41 bushels per acre, H. Hendrickson 62, N. Sitz 63, J. A. Morrow 64, R. Tupper 64, A. P. Williamson 46 from Vauxhall, and W. N. Fieweling of Lacombe at 50 bushels per acre.
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Alberta Department of Agriculture
Patricia
A. Smart
H. Hendrickson
N. Sitz
J. A. Morrow
R. Tupper
A. P. Williamson
Vauxhall
W. N. Fiewelling
Lacombe
Attendant Suggests Gift for Wife in Shop Scene
A man asks for a suitable present for a lady. The attendant replies that it is for his wife and offers a more expensive option.
Selfish Man Described as Wrapped Ball of Twine
A concise proverb compares the selfish man to a ball of twine, emphasizing self-absorption as the core trait. The image highlights how focus on oneself can entangle and trap personal perspective.
Elephant Capable Of Carrying Two Tons
A full grown elephant can carry a load of two tons. This fact highlights the animal’s remarkable strength and loading capacity.
Transportation costs and world markets shape farm prices
The article argues that agricultural prices hinge on supply demand and transportation costs. It explains how farmers pay freight both ways when buying autos or selling crops, and how rising production density and settlement affect transport rates. A vigorous colonization policy is proposed as a remedy to reduce costs.
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Alberta
Windsor
Liverpool
Canada
Sunday School Lesson on Following Jesus
Golden text from Mark 2 14 echoes the call Follow me as Jesus invites disciples to leave their nets and journey onward. The lesson covers Mark 1 16 20 and 2 13 17 plus 1 John 2 6 urging believers to imitate Christ in daily life with devotion and service.
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Phillippians
Four Fishermen Called to Follow Jesus
Article reflects on Jesus calling Simon Peter and Andrew from their nets at the Sea of Galilee as a test of faith and obedience. It cites Chrysostom’s interpretation and applies the lesson to modern life, urging followers to act in Christ’s Spirit while remaining in their daily roles.
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Jesus
Mark
Sea of Galilee
Simon
Peter
Andrew
Chrysostom
Constantinople
Isis
The Inventor Faces a Bullet-Proof Shirt Test
In a royal scene a man questions a garment’s durability. The inventor claims exhaustive testing including steam laundry, prompting the sovereign to demand verification. The inventor realizes a critical oversight and withdraws from the ante-room.
Bank of England Founded by Scotsman Who Died Poor
A Scotsman who founded the Bank of England ended his life in poverty. The era’s financiers recall a build of a national institution born from his vision despite his final hardships.
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Bank of England
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Department of Marine and Fisheries
W. J. Meaumont
Lethbridge
J. H. Macleod
Calgary
A. BR. Mawbey
Black Lake
B.C
A. J. W. Spilsbury
Savary Island
J. W. Spence
Peace River District
UL Wei
Baby
World’s Poultry Congress
Quarters of the Earth
Illinois
John Bull
Moore
Watkins
Immigration
Farreeeeeee
Paca
C. W. Peterson
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