Canada Should Back the League of Nations Now
A Canada editorial argues the world armament menace persists after World War I and cites Soviet Russia’s large military build up, urging unwavering support for the League of Nations and the British Commonwealth as the lasting peace guarantors. It notes costs and emphasizes national duty to promote collective security and disarmament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Berlin
Germany
Europe
France
Italy
Pravada
Communist Party
Soviet Union
Great Britain
Canada
League of Nations
British Commonwealth of Nations
League
Granny Peters Meets Royal Family in East End
Granny Peters, a 77 year old East End resident, describes meeting the King and Queen, sharing tea with the Queen and Princess Mary, and shaking hands with Princess Beatrice. She also spoke with the Prince of Wales during his visit and watched a movie of her presentation to the Queen. The tale ends with Granny's tears and a note on judgment as the basis of success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granny Peters
London
East End
Princess Mary
Beatrice
Prince of Wales
Granny
Missionary Ship John Williams V Sails From London
The John Williams V is a three masted sailing vessel with diesel engines built for the London Missionary Society. Funded largely by children in Congregational Churches, it honors a pioneer murdered in the New Hebrides. Also noted is the Strathcona NI, a hospital steamer serving Labrador coast missions.
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John Williams V
London
South Sea
Strathcona NI
Wilfred Grenfell
Labrador
Canadian lime users in chemical metal pulp and building sectors
The principal consumers of Canadian lime are the chemical and metallurgical industries, pulp mills, and the building trades.
Died From Exposure After Yukon Plane Tragedy
Coroner's jury at White Horse Yukon found Captain J A Burke died of starvation and exposure after his plane friends Emil Kading and Bob Marten disappeared in October. Burke died November 20 while two companions were rescued December 10. Jury urged northern flights carry food, rifle with 50 rounds, snowshoes, and for pilots to be taught woodcraft.
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J. A. Burke
White Horse
Yukon
Burke
Emil Kading
Bob Marten
Liard River
E. L. Wasson
Joe Walsh
Sinister Dates in Modern Politics on October 6
The text notes several events tied to October 6 across years: Gladstone’s denouncement of Parnell in 1881 and Parnell’s death in 1891. Rosebery’s Liberal leadership retirement in 1896 and Liberal League presidency resignation in 1909. W. H. Smith’s death while leading the House of Commons in 1891. Joseph Chamberlain’s Glasgow tariff reform speech opening in 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
Parnell
Rosebery
Liberal Party
Liberal League
W. H. Smith
House of Commons
Joseph Chamberlain
Glasgow
Danger From Colds Advises Women To Tone Blood
The article warns that most troubles in older women originate from common colds and urges blood-toning to meet cold season. Dr Williams Pink Pills are promoted as a tonic that builds red blood, steadies nerves, improves appetite and digestion, and helps withstand fall and winter stresses. Sold by dealers or 50 cents a box by mail from Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Miss Kate Ralph Keeps Busy At Eighty-Two
Cromwell Connecticut resident Miss Kate Ralph rises at 5 30 am to tend a thirty acre farm works sixty six years at a toy factory walks three miles to work and delivers papers on a route she started twenty five years ago as she celebrates her eighty second birthday. Persian Balm is promoted as a beauty product claiming to tone stimulate and soften the skin for feminine elegance and charm.
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Kate Ralph
Cromwell, Conn
Moose Jaw Post Office Revenue Leads Do minion Ranking
Revenue from Moose Jaw post office for the year ended March 31, 1930, totaled 134 986 dollars. The annual report of the Postmaster General notes Moose Jaw ranks 19th among all Dominion post offices in earnings as listed by Optimeter.
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Moose Jaw
Postmaster-General
Dominion
North American Gold Output Shifts Between U.S. and Canada
Ten years ago the United States produced three times as much gold as Canada. Now Canada has increased its output, and both countries produce nearly equal amounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Plan for Canada United States Air Line to East via Alaska and Russia
Assistant Postmaster Glover outlined a direct air mail route to the Far East via Alaska and Soviet Russia, with mutual Canada US operation. He argued Britain to China and Japan would be two weeks faster, and that extreme cold would not deter aviators.
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China
Japan
Alaska
Soviet Russia
Post Office Department
Canada
United States
Glover
Far East
Great Britain
Betty Barclay Biscuits From This Week Recipe
Recipe for 12 biscuits by Betty Barclay using cake flour baking powder salt butter milk brown sugar and pecan meats. Instructions cover sifting cutting in shortening gradual milk dough rolling filling rolling and baking in a moderate oven for about 30 minutes.
Unclaimed World War Medals in National Defence Custody
The records branch reports many Great War medals remain unclaimed. Of 66 104 1914 15 stars issued, 1 660 await claimants. 415 645 Canadian expeditionary force medals issued, 55 932 unissued. Victory medals undecided for 33 224 of 340 245 earned, 5 861 disposed of in the last year.
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Department of National Defence
Canadian Expeditionary Forces
Ice From the Tropics Imports from Tampico Grows
A navy bulletin describes importing carbon dioxide gas from Tampico oil wells to produce sub zero ice. A New York factory solidifies the gas at up to 40 000 pounds daily. Vessels with cork insulated chambers transport the ice to the United States.
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Tropics
Tampico
Mexico
United States Navy Department
Bureau of Engineering
New York
United States
Retires From Board Colonel Vien to Return to Law Practice
Col. Thomas Vien K C deputy chief commissioner of the board of railway commissioners for Canada announced his retirement from government service. He plans to resume his law practice in Montreal. Vien was active in politics before joining the board five years ago representing Lothiniere Quebec as a Liberal member, first elected in 1917 and re elected in 1921. Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil marketed for cuts scratches bruises sore throat or chest claims to heal quickly and be a standard household remedy.
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Col
Thomas Vien
K.C
Board of Railway Commissioners For Canada
Montreal
Col. Vien
Board of Railway Commissioners
Lothiniere
Quebec
Dr. Thomas
Molded Fruit Salad with Lemon Gelatine
Recipe describes a lemon flavored gelatine mold with pineapple, apples, bananas and crisp lettuce. Dissolve gelatine in boiling water pour into mold chill add fruit then pour slightly thickened gelatine over fruit and chill until firm unmold on lettuce garnish with mayonnaise serves 8.
Counters and Dice Found in 3500-Year-Old Palestinian Ruins
Archaeologists unearthed gaming counters and dice at ancient ruin sites in Palestine, dating back about 3,500 years. The discovery suggests early board game practices and social activities in the city during that era.
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Palestine
Waterproof upholstery fabrics headed for cars and porches
Rayon and cotton upholstery fabrics are being manufactured with waterproofing to suit use in automobiles and porch furniture, expanding the material options for both automotive interiors and outdoor seating.
University of Alberta enrollment rises by 75 students
Dr. R. C. Wallace notes this year’s enrollment exceeds last year by about 75 with attendance over 1,600 and growing steadily. Meanwhile a public health tip promotes Miller's Worm Powders as an effective remedy for infant worms, claiming relief and improved progress.
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University of Alberta
R. C. Wallace
University
Gem Lakes Mines Ltd Announces Manitoba Gold Property
Canadian and U S financial interests unite to bring Gem Lakes Mines to production in southeastern Manitoba. Gem president W S Kickley says development starts immediately and will employ nearly 200 men.
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United States
Gem Lakes Mines, Ltd
Manitoba
W. S. Kickley
Gem
Lady Doyle Claims Conan Doyle Spirit Guides the Living
Lady Doyle asserts a persistent spirit presence of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle aiding the living, basing her belief on messages she received from her late husband.
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Spirit of Conan Doyle
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Lady Doyle
It Isn’t So Much What a Man Thinks But What He Does
A concise maxim emphasizes actions over beliefs, urging accountability for deeds rather than internal opinions. The saying suggests character shows through behavior and outcomes more than stated ideas.
Magnesia Best for Your Indigestion
Many sufferers of gas and indigestion abandon harsh tonics and switch to four tablets of Fisulated Magnesia after meals. The remedy neutralizes stomach acidity and aids digestion, letting people eat freely and feel healthier. Seek Assulated Magnesia prepared for stomach use at a good drug store.
Britain Leads in Electrical Exports Despite Global Slump
British electrical industry bucked a downturn with full staff and high demand. US exports fell ten percent and German exports five percent in 1930, while Britain captured a Copenhagen contract from German competitors. A Newcastle firm showed success in the US amid tariffs as Britain nears a world monopoly in certain electrical gear.
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United States
Germany
Britain
Copenhagen
Newcastle
Canadian Newsprint Leads 1929 Paper Output
Canadian Newsprint accounted for 85.2 percent of total Canadian paper production in 1929, totaling 2,725,331 tons versus 2,414,393 tons in 1928, reflecting a substantial year over year increase in output.
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Canada
Ancient Egyptian mummies push back to 5000 years
Archaeologists report that some of the oldest Egyptian mummies date to nearly 5,000 years ago marking an early era of mummification. The findings illuminate ancient burial practices and societal structure.
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