Senate reform urged to curb veto by Canada’s upper chamber
The piece argues that Canada’s Senate, seen as an undemocratic and largely useless body, should be reformed or abolished. It notes the Senate often blocks Commons policy, especially against the CN rail project, and calls for timely constitutional updates to reflect modern democracy and protect Confederation. It emphasizes equal regional representation, life tenure, and removal of partisan influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate of Canada
House of Commons
Senate
Commons
Fathers of Confederation
Canadian National Railways
Ontario
Quebec
Maritime Provinces
Manitoba
Pacific Coast
House of Lords
March of Progress
Canada
Great Lakes
Pacific
Maritime
Confederation
Saskatchewan Farmers Win 229 Prizes 1911 1922
Saskatchewan farmers collected 229 prizes for grain grasses and vegetables at shows in Canada and the United States between 1911 and 1922. They also earned many livestock prizes with province wide exhibitions. The text notes a humorous remark about human evolution after observing certain antics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Canada
United States
Arbor Day tree distribution to Saskatoon students
Parks Officials and Dominion Forestry Branch distributed ten thousand trees to Saskatoon school children. Each pupil received one maple and one ash. The drive followed a previous year when five thousand trees were handed out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatoon
Parks
Dominion Forestry Branch
Bachelor's remorse for winning the girl he loved
A reflective line suggests a bachelor endures time to feel regret for the man who marries the woman he loved. The quote hints at enduring affection and later remorse as a social proverb.
Prisoner Pleads Pardon as Governor Passes Cell
The convict prompts with a courteous phrase as the governor moves by his jail cell, seeking clemency or a pardon.
Giant Parachute Idea Emerges For Air Travel Safety
Air Ministry tests types of parachutes as new planes include bailout provisions. A scheme proposes detaching a cabin with passengers and using a large parachute to land safely. Inventor E R Calthrop presents a device enabling cabin separation and parachute descent within four seconds after a lever pull.
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Air Ministry
E. R. Calthrop
Nerviline Relief For Sour Stomachs At Home
The ad promotes Nerviline as quick relief for sour stomachs and gas from fermenting food. It claims near immediate improvement when taken in sweetened water and recommends keeping a bottle on hand for colic cramps nausea and upset stomachs during the night or for general family use. A 35 cent bottle is advertised.
Immigration Increase in Canada for Five Months 1925
Immigration to Canada rose sharply in the first five months of 1925 with 39 441 entrants, up 41 percent from the same period in 1922. British immigration alone doubled, showing a 100 percent increase.
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Canada
Great Britain
Red Hot July Days Harsh on Babies
July’s extreme heat harms infants with diarrhoea dysentery and cholera infantum causing many deaths. Mothers should guard infants. Baby's Own Tablets are promoted to regulate bowels and stomach and prevent summer illness. Sold by dealers or mail from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario at 25 cents a box.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Restaurant English Head Waiter Playfully Reflects on Mary
The Head Waiter jokes about playing for a high stakes moment as Mary gives a tender look. She accuses him of being stewed and plans to roast him again tomorrow. The Cook remarks the job was tough yet well done.
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Mary
Merits of MiMer’s Worm Powders for Children
MiMer's Worm Powders act mildly and without injury to the child and have a deadly effect on worms. They have been in successful use for a long time and are a leading preparation for the purpose. They have proven power in many cases and have given relief to many children who would have remained weak without the remedy.
The Power Of Stinnes In Germany
A correspondent portrays Hugo Stinnes as a modern Colossus with vast control over Germany’s economy and daily life. He is depicted as able to supply goods and services from his own properties, print money, and aspire to political influence.
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Germany
Hugo Stiinnes
Stinnes
Officer Endorses Tanlac After Rheumatism Relief
Montreal police officer Arthur Tache describes six months of leg rheumatism and says Tanlac cured him completely. He urges others to try the medicine, noting the widespread positive statements and his strong endorsement. Tanlac sold by druggists with claims of extensive sales.
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Arthur Tache
Rachel St
Montreal
Tanlac
Officer Tache
Bolshevik Leaders Promote Atheist Propaganda
G S Zinovieff told the Third International executive committee in Moscow that Bolshevik programme rests on scientific materialism with an unconditional need to propagate atheism, though anti religious propaganda should be conducted wisely. The remark appears in the Hamilton Herald.
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Moscow
G. S. Zinovieff
Hamilton Herald
Dust Causes Asthma Remedy Brings Restful Breathing
Dr. J. D. Kellogg presents an asthma remedy that claims to ease small dust irritants affecting breathing. The ad asserts relief from airway constriction and says breathing returns to normal with use, citing hundreds of yearly testimonials.
Summer Excursion Fares Offer Eastern Canada Travel
The Canadian Pacific Railway announces round trip summer excursion fares to Eastern Canada valid until October 31, 1923. Stopovers allowed en route with optional meals and berth on boat routes from Fort William Port Arthur to Port McNicoll or Owen Sound for added charges. Train options include three daily departures with the All Sleeping Car Train the Trans-Canada Limited.
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Canadian Pacific Railway
Canada
Canadian Pacific Great Lakes
Fort William
Port Arthur
Port MecNicoll
Owen Sound
Canadian Pacific
Trans-Canada Limited
Trans- Canada
Canada Wheat and Flour Exports Nine Months Ended May 31 1923
Wheat exports reached 183,369,086 bushels valued at 207,112,321 dollars, up from 125,715,932 bushels worth 152,559,367 dollars the previous year. Wheat flour exports totaled 8,732,464 barrels valued at 49,711,852 dollars, vs 6,036,648 barrels valued at 38,720,368 dollars a year ago.
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Canada
Railways Cut Settlers Freight Rates to Western Canada
Canadian Pacific and Canadian National Railways announced a reduction of about one third in freight charges for settlers moving to Western Canada. The move aims to ease pioneer migration and lower costs for transporting household goods and farm equipment.
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Western
Canada
Canadian Pacific
Canadian National Railways
Oil refinery planned to process Montana crude in Alberta
Faith in locating commercial oil flow in Southern Alberta grows with the selection of a site at Lethbridge for an oil refinery. The refinery will handle Montana crude oil until Southern Alberta wells begin production.
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Alberta
Lethbridge
Montana
Orchid and Violet Silk Sweater Jacket with White Pleated Skirt
A chic summer ensemble features an orchid and deep violet silk sweater jacket paired with a white Canton crepe pleated skirt. The hat harmonizes with the outfit, described as the most attractive new idea in sweater jackets.
Holloways Corn Remover Promises Quick Relief
An old time advertisement proclaims Holloways Corn Remover can ease discomfort from corn growth. The copy emphasizes effectiveness for both aged and fresh corn, urging readers to apply for fast results.
Forest conservationist Jack Miner grew trees in Ontario
In an interview Jack Miner, a devoted wildlife advocate from Kingsville Ontario, says he has planted about ten thousand trees on his property. He notes four thousand were planted in clay soil once thought unable to sustain growth, with trees reaching about 15 feet high since 1915.
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Jack Miner
Kingsville
Ontario
Dave
Barron Says Jerusalem Lacks Water for Modern Hotels
Financial editor C. W. Barron argues there is not enough water in Jerusalem to sustain bathrooms in a sizable modern hotel, highlighting resource shortages impacting development.
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C. W. Barron
Jerusalem
Wheat Exports From Vancouver Reach Large Volumes
Figures from the Merchants' Exchange show almost sixteen and a half million bushels of wheat shipped from Vancouver port between September 1, 1922, and May 31, 1923. About 13,544,150 bushels head to the United Kingdom and continent, 3,598,019 to the Orient, and roughly 250,000 to South America.
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Vancouver
Merchants’ Exchange
United Kingdom
Continent
Orient
South America
Absent-Minded Brown Jimmy Publishes a Missing Umbrella
In a lighthearted item from Wheeler's Magazine a laugh about Mr Brown who again leaves his umbrella, with a quip about his head and a planned trip to Switzerland for his lungs. The exchange notes the public witty remark and a recurring habit.
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Jimmy
Mr. Brown
John
Switzerland
Wheeler
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Ralston Commission
Dr. Chase
Gus Pil
Geen
Bes
AB Goslers
Edam
Terentoe
Air Express
France
On Air
Minard
C.P.R
Dandruff
Holloway
Caticura
Dominion
Edmanson, Bates & Co. Limited
Toronto
Dominion Express
WRIG
Thes
Cry
Fletcher
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