Immigrant background in Canada grows slowly from British sources
The Ottawa Journal notes that only 137 550 of Canada’s immigrants over ten years came from outside the Empire, with 79 444 from the United States and 143 560 arrivals last year from Britain and other regions. It argues most foreign-born settlers are in farming regions or cities, and that only a small portion may cause social strife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Congas Bureau
United States
Britain
British Isles
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Buresa
Europe
Clyde
Hyde Park
Bobby
Gem
Ottawa Journal
Panama Canal Surpasses Suez in Freight Tonnage
The Panama Canal carried 23.7 million tons in 1923 surpassing Suez at 22.7 million. The gain follows a sharp rise from 1922 and is attributed to oil tanker traffic, especially from California, boosting the American waterway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama Canal
Suez Canal
East
Panama Waterway
Panama
Gaia
California
Winnipeg Sails for 1825 Canadian Weekly Newspapers Meet
The article reports Winnipeg expected to be chosen by the Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association board for its January 1825 convention. Premier Joan Bracken received a telegram from FE. Rey Sayles, the manager, about Manitoba inviting the association. Western members backed the invitation as the Toronto convention was underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Joan Bracken
Rey Sayles
Manitoba
Toronto
Free Press
The Question's Solved Comely Maiden
The exchange jokes that vessels are called she not for grace but because their rigging costs a lot, as a boatman quips in rustic humor.
Rail way Rivalry Spurs Efficiency Across Canadian Railways
The Ottawa Journal notes improved punctuality on the Trans Canada train by Canadian Pacific with trains arriving on the dot at 10 56 am and travellers benchmarking schedules from Vancouver to Ottawa. It highlights rivalry between CPR and Canadian National in passenger service and their role in boosting foreign tourism and hotel standards across the country. Leader Sir Henry Thornton and aides are cited as driving esprit de corps on the rival line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Nations
Trans Canada
Canadian Pacific
Ottawa
Vancouver
Canada
C.P.R
Sir Henry Thornton
Ottawa Journal
Treeless Towns and Family Trees Remind of Home and Memory
The article contrasts treeless urban life with cherished memories tied to trees planted in childhood. It recalls a family planting day with mother’s and dad’s trees, now living memorials linking to happier days for a once-united family. It also reports Saskatchewan aims to stock lakes with Black Bass and perch to revive fishing areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dad
Mother
Saskatchewan
Qu’Appelle
Ontario
New Industry for Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island may become the sole place in Canada where bulbs can be grown commercially. Experiments show Island bulbs outperform imported stock, with disease cutting imports and labor costs rising in Europe. Local trials under Sidney Experimental Station indicate Vancouver Island bulbs prove superior across Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Vancouver Island
British Columbia
Europe
America
Sidney
B.C
Western Canada Seen Set For Strong Wheat Crop
Opinion of editors from Canadian Daily Newspaper Association and Canadian Press Limited after a westward tour says Western Canada should harvest a wheat crop equal to last year if weather remains favorable. They note growing confidence nationwide and urgent need for immigration to meet farm labor demand across settled districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
West
Victoria
Canadian Daily Newspaper Association
The
Canadian Press Limited
Vancouver
Foot and Mouth Disease Precautions Urged in Canada
The article warns of foot and mouth disease as a highly contagious threat to cattle sheep pigs and goats and even dogs horses and poultry. It urges livestock owners to report suspected cases to veterinary inspectors, tighten controls, and cooperate with authorities to prevent an outbreak in Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
United States
California
San Francisco
Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
Coal seam found near Lawson promises Saskatchewan mining potential
A 15 foot thick lignite seam was discovered on J A Mitchells farm near Lawson along the Canadian National Railway. W H Hastings notes good average lignite quality and shallow overburden of 14 feet. Government drilling urged to gauge extent and deeper seams with CN Rail nearby and markets in Moose Jaw Regina and Riverhurst within reach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Mitchell
Lawson
Moose Jaw-Riverhurst
Canadian National Railways
W. H. Hastings
Department of Industries
Saskatchewan
Mr. Hastings
Canadian National Railway
Moose Jaw
Regina
Riverhurst
Saskatchewan Farm Stock totals rise in livestock report
The Saskatchewan department of agriculture reports provincial farm livestock valued at 125,240,900 with substantial growth since 1906. Horses increase from 240,566 to 1,152,409. Milch cows from 112,613 to 456,006. other cattle from 472,254 to 1,046,789. all cattle 1,502,786. sheep 121,290 to 191,937. swine 123,916 to 563,069.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Province of
Saskatchewan
Department of Agriculture
British scheme for new university near Accra Africa
The British Government agrees to a plan initiated by the Gold Coast Governor to build a large university college near Accra. Its stated purpose is to educate Africans wishing to enter any profession without needing to go to Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
Gold Coast
West Africa
Accra
Europe
Electric bricklaying machine touted in Hamilton Herald
An electric machine claims to lay as many bricks as 20 bricklayers and runs continuously without rest. The device, marketed to building trades, features an integrated pipe system and aims to speed construction work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton Herald
Untidy Domestic Dispute Narrative
A fragment shows a domestic quarrel over baked goods with insults and a biscuit strike. The speaker recounts Helen’s violent reaction to his critique of her biscuits and notes a father consuming part of a batch, hinting at a tense family dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
Prospectors Active at Rice Lake Mineral District
It is reported that no fewer than 200 prospectors work in the Rice Lake mineral district this year and that total mining men number at least 900. The Rice Lake district is in Southeastern Manitoba east of Lake Winnipeg and north of the Winnipes River.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rice Lake Mineral District
Rice Lake District
Manitoba Mineral Area
Lake Winnipeg
Winnipes River
Ontario Bank Deposits Soar Doubling Over Year
The Ontario provincial savings bank reports deposits have doubled in twelve months rising from about $105,600,000 to $20,900,000 in the year. An official financial statement credited to Treasurer Pasdece Usher notes strong growth amidst announcements and public inquiry into seats at an event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario Provincial Savings Bank
Plumber Collects Nine Year Old LA Bill
In Los Angeles a plumber finally collects a nine year old bill proving memory endures in spite of time. The report notes the long delay and the outcome for the local vendor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Eggs stored small end down reduce yolk settling and improve grades
A six month experiment by the Dominion Poultry Husbandman compared eggs stored small end down versus large end down in controlled cold storage. Results showed 108 extras and 67 firsts from small ends, versus 42 extras and 99 firsts from large ends, with yolks at the bottom producing 30 eggs and 7 weak ones overall. The report notes few cracked eggs in the balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion Poultry Husbandman
Dominion Poultry Hus
New Magnesium Sulphate Production in Western Canada
A new product known commercially as Epsom salts and medically as magnesium sulphate is now produced in Western Canada in commercial quantities. Mining occurs at several points in British Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western
Canada
British Columbia
Bird protection in Canada vital for farmers and wildlife
The article argues birds curb insect pests and protect crops, urging farmers to support protection efforts. It notes the Migratory Birds Act of 1917 enabling sanctuaries across provinces, cites examples like Perce and Niagara Falls, and highlights education programs, bird-house contests, and cross border cooperation with the United States to safeguard Canada’s bird life and bolster its economic value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Dominion
Dominion Parks Branch
Perce
Bird Rock
Magdalens
Bonaventure Island
Gaspe Coast
Quebec
Jack Miner
Ottawa
Province of Quebec Society For the Protection of Birds
Montreal
United States
Tree Planting Car Sparks Prairie Interest Across Communities
The Tree Planting Car of the Canadian Forestry Association travels the western prairies promoting tree cultivation to stabilize populations, boost farming, and beautify homesteads. It uses meetings, film, radio, and outdoor demonstrations to guide settlers on windbreaks, species selection, and post-planting care amid Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta plantings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Prairies
Canadian Forestry Association
Western Prairies
Boards of Trade
Maniitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Montreal Inland Port Shows Growth in 1923
The Montreal harbor commissioners report 1923 saw record grain exports of 89,566,603 bushels and total grain received and delivered near 120 million bushels. Ocean going ships numbered 4,117 with 3,728,749 net tonnage. inland vessels 5,609 with 8,195,208 net tonnage. Elevator BL added, Elevator No.3 under construction with 2.9 million bushels capacity. 1923 capital outlay $2,897,516. Total port investment to end of 1923 stands at $39,406,351.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harbor Commissioners of
Montreal
North America
Such a Good Woman Aunt Talking Scandal
A fragment shows a wordy exchange about a woman described as devout yet criticized for flirting. The dialogue pits a niece against an aunt over rumors linked to clergy, highlighting social judgment in a domestic scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Mashies
A Spider’s Hue Dims to Tiny Diameter Measure
A report notes a spider’s hue or color intensity is tied to its body diameter, measuring just 24 .909tR of an inch across. The detail highlights how minuscule scale can influence perception of color in arachnids.
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Suez
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Archibald Mitchell
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