Encouragement To Progress in Canadian Immigration
The article urges progressive immersion of immigrants into Canadian life and highlights a CN Railway plan to boost rural communities in Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta. It funds annual contests for five years with 1000 500 and 250 prizes to communities showing cooperation in education health agriculture and culture. The aim is stronger citizenship and tangible community improvement beyond prize benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian National Railways
W. J. Black
Agriculture and Colonization
Prairie
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canada
Dominion
Death Takes Well Known Railway Official
Fred E. Trautman aged 66, longtime publicity representative of the Canadian Pacific Railway in the west, died in Winnipeg after blood poisoning prompted surgery. Born in Pennsylvania, he worked in eastern newspapers and Fort William before joining CPR in 1912 as the first railway press representative in the west. His Manitoba territory covered extensive western outlets.
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Fred E. Trautman
Canadian Pacific Railway
Winnipeg
Mr. Trautman
Pennsylvania
United States
Fort William
Ont
Railway
Sir George Bury
West
Expansion of his appointment reaches from Winnipeg to Pacific coast
The scope of his mandate, in effect since his appointment, stretched from Winnipeg across the Pacific coast and included part of the western United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Pacific Coast
United States
Canada to send three delegates to Iceland's Parliament anniversary
In the House of Commons Premier Mackenzie King announced three Canadian delegates would attend Iceland’s thousandth Parliament anniversary. The government aims to present a permanent memorial from Canada to Iceland, honoring the historic parliamentary milestone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mackenzie King
House of Commons
Canada
Iceland
Diamonds Find New Role as Cutting Tool
A leading optical company discovers that the white diamond, when properly mounted, serves as an excellent cutting tool for finishing small metal parts. It can cut thousands of pieces without wearing down the edge, suggesting elite status is best measured by service.
Roads under construction improve Panama’s transit
Panama sees multiple road projects advancing as authorities report extensive construction across the country. Officials note improved connectivity and anticipated shorter travel times once completed, with emphasis on rural and urban routes.
Ocean Bed Changes Shake Pacific Shipping
Strange shifts in the ocean bed disrupt Pacific shipping off Nicaragua and along the west coast, with charts showing depths vastly different from reality. Sudden upheavals damage telegraph cables. ships locate breaks within yards, and repairs hinge on precise joins and clean grease films on workers hands.
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Pacific
Nicaragua
Bright Eyes and Health Restored by Pink Pills
A pamphlet-style ad claims dull eyes signal illness and that Dr Williams Pink Pills restore vitality by increasing blood. Mrs. Robert Devitt of Brougham Ontario testifies her daughter recovered from illness and thinness after six months on the pills, now thriving. Pills sold by dealers or 50 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Williams
Robert Devitt
Brougham, Ont
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Predicts Reduction In European Crop
London wheat experts foresee a European harvest about one third smaller than 1929. The 1930 crop, estimated 25 percent below average, suffered from a cold wet spring. Acreage cuts explain much of the decline. if U S, Argentina, or Canada face shortages, prices are likely to rise. A later line notes Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator as a popular infant worm remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
United States
Argentina
Canada
Interlocking Bricks Build Walls Without Mortar
Popular Mechanics Magazine reports bricks that dovetail and interlock form a stronger wall without mortar. An angled ridge in the center of each brick fits into a groove in the brick above it, securing the structure solely by the interlocking design.
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Popular Mechanics Magazine
Record shows peak bicycle production in Canada in 1929
The Canada Cycle and Motor Company reports that 1929 produced more bicycles than any prior year and at prices lower than in thirty years, signaling a strong demand and deflationary trend for that period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Canada Cycle and Motor Company
Nerves Relief From Boxed Remedy Cited By Ontario Woman
Florence Coutier of Bark Lake Ontario reports nervous trouble sleeping and fatigue. After trying the remedy she credits six boxes with restoring work ability. Price 50 cents a box. Available at druggists or mailed by The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
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Florence Coutier
Bark Lake Ont
T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Canada’s War Pensions Expands with New Acts
The War Pensions Act passed by the House and Senate broadens veteran support. Canada already paid 625 900 in pensions and rehabilitation. future losses exceed 25 million. Current expenses reach 61 304 000 this year, with 2 million expected next year. The burn out soldier pension adds 2 million now and rises to 18 million by 1937, totaling 480 million by 1975. Immediate outlay of 7 457 000 funds pensions for 8 048 beneficiaries. Widow and medical provisions will raise annual costs.
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House of Commons
Senate
Dominion of Canada
Canada
New Telegraph System Promises Automatic Typing Links
A proposed London telegraph system would use a typewriter style keyboard in private offices. Subscribers dial via an automatic exchange to connect and type messages that are telegraphed and re printed at the recipient’s office. The setup aims for rapid, anytime transmission with complete secrecy.
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London
Elevated playground plan proposed for congested New York streets
A New York architect proposes elevated playgrounds above crowded streets to serve children in dense areas. Each structure would cost about 25 000 dollars and use reinforced concrete with a steel frame, netting, and flower boxes to resemble a roof garden.
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New York
Canada named best place to live by Governor General speech
Lord Willingdon declares Canada the best place to live in the world and foresees brighter future and rising prosperity. He notes improved farming conditions during recent visits and speaks at Ottawa. Also mentions Douglas Egyptian Liniment as a treatment claim for barber’s itch and ringworm.
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Canada
Lord Willingdon
Ottawa
Dominion
Bomb Found Near Veregin's Tomb in Nelson BC
A bomb planted beside Peter Veregin's tomb near Veregin's tomb at Nelson British Columbia failed to detonate due to a timer miscalculation. The incident ties to the Doukhobor leader killed in a 1924 railway coach explosion. Also noted, Saxony hosts 1,543 singing societies with 56,198 members.
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Peter Veregin
Nelson
B.C
Saxony
United Nations University Professor Leads Canada Nursing Survey
Dr M Weir head of the school of education at University of British Columbia and director of the summer session has been loaned to the Canadian Medical Society and Canadian Nurses' Association to prepare an all Canada survey of nursing education economics and social issues. His head office is in Toronto.
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M. Weir
School of Education
University of British Columbia
Canadian Medical Society
Canadian Nurses’ Association
Toronto
Betty Barclay Lemon Gelatin Mold with Vegetables
Recipe directions describe dissolving lemon flavored gelatin in boiling water then adding strained tomato juice vinegar salt and pepper. Fold in finely chopped mixed vegetables such as celery peas beans asparagus onions or carrots and chill in individual molds. Unmold to serve with meat. yields eight servings.
Special Devil's Food Cake From Historic Recipe
A vintage cake recipe lists 19 cups shortening 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 cup milk 23 cups flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 3 squares chocolate 1 teaspoon vanilla Cream shortening and sugar together Add yolks beaten Lift dry ingredients and milk Alternate fold in melted chocolate and vanilla Finally fold in beaten whites Bake in two greased square tins at 375 degrees for 30 minutes Use your favorite icing
Steel roads possible on King's Road Chelsea in future plan
England may build a continuous steel network on the King's Road Chelsea. The grid would be filled with concrete in interstices, with surface exposure to wheels. Officials say it could last twice as long as conventional roads.
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England
King’s Road
Chelsea
Indians Sell Cattle Across Prairie Provinces Stay Profitable
Indians from three prairie provinces sold about 250000 dollars worth of cattle last year and still hold around 25000 head on various reservations. The quality of the cattle is improving rapidly and Indian livestock men are in good financial condition.
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Prairie Provinces
Aid for Faithful Servant Receives Lifelong Pension
An appeal to Scotland raised funds to provide Matthew Wellington, the 85 year old faithful servant of David Livingstone, with a five dollar weekly pension for life. Wellington, living in Mombasa, assisted at his master's death and helped transport the coffin to the African coast. Funds are being sent through the Resident Commissioner of Mombasa.
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Matthew Wellington
David Living Stone
Wellington
Mombana
Africa
Matthew
Wilds
Scotland
Mombasa
Dr Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy Remains Steady Favorite
The advertisement touts Dr J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy as the enduring solution for asthma. It claims yearly sales rise and asserts consistent quality, urging readers not to endure another attack and to obtain the remedy today.
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J. D. Kellogg
Treaty Money Paid At The Pas Treaty Ceremony
Five dollars per person was paid to 481 Indians on June 3 at The Pas Manitoba during a treaty ceremony with the Union Jack flying overhead. Two Indians took a taxi ride while many visited the five and ten cent store. The natives celebrated at the reserve with songs and a Red River jig.
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Pas
Manitoba
Red River
Old Press Moves To Nogales Sonora Across International Line
The Nogales International folds its 53 year old operation as the press is moved to Nogales Sonora across the border after sale to Judge Francisco Battiz. The transfer marks a historic shift for the paper and regional media presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nogales International
Arizona
Nogales
Sonora
Francisco Battiz
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ENO
Prt
Gos
British Isles
Brett ‘Corn Extractor
Panama
Milburns
Dr. Thomas
Veregin
Minard’s
Dr. Weir
Betty Barclay
Wrigleys
Wrigley’s
David Livingstone
Old Press
Cppleford Paper
Para-San
Hamilton
Ontario
Hunter-Martin & CO
Regina
SASK
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