World Happenings Briefly Told
More than a million feet of standing timber poles and posts worth nine thousand dollars were destroyed by bush fires on the Arrowhead branch of the Canadian Pacific Railway. The United States bans imports of brushes made of horsehair to avoid perils of anthrax. Egypt's preferential treatment with customs is abolished as Egypt's status changes. Sixty thousand people paid tribute as Lieutenant Bennett’s coffin passed during viewings in Melbourne. England faces a worst foot and mouth outbreak with over one hundred animals affected in Derbyshire. The House of Commons backs Washington Disarmament Conference treaties unanimously, praising President Harding. Professor C A Chant of the University of Toronto sails to observe the solar eclipse from Australia aiding relativity tests.
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Arrowhead
Canadian Pacific Railway
United States
Police Mobilize 72 Cars Across 72 Precincts in New York
New York police will run seventy two high powered cars in seventy two precincts to patrol the city and pursue convicts and suspects. Vehicles will be on continuous patrol to curb violence and crime.
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Police Department
New York
Yarmouth Athletes Endorse Minard's Liniment
The Yarmouth Athletic Association secretary notes that players from the 1920 South Shore League and Western Nova Scotia Base Ball champions used Minard's Liniment with beneficial results for sore muscles bruises and sprains. They call it the best white liniment on the market and urge every team to be supplied. Signed Joseph L LeBlanc secretary.
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Yarmouth
N.S
Yarmouth Athletic Association
Minard
Joseph L. Leblanc
Sec’y Y. A
Model of Westminster Abbey set near Berlin for film
A full sized replica of Westminster Abbey was built near Berlin for a motion picture production. The artificial abbey was erected to serve as a stand in for the historic church in scenes shot overseas.
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Westminster Abbey
Berlin
Holloway’s Corn Remover Offers Quick Relief
Corns result from tight boots yet relief comes swiftly with Holloway's Corn Remover. This remedy promises easy use to ease pressure and soothe discomfort from corns.
Arabians Pioneered Distillation according to Text
The article asserts that alcohol was first distilled by Arabians and notes that terms for coffee and alcohol derive from Arabic. It presents linguistic claims linking language to early distillation origins and beverage terminology.
Miller's Worm Powders for Worms in Children
The passage notes restless ness grinding teeth nose picking and peevishness as worm indicators. It claims Miller's Worm Powders attack worms on administration and evacuations flush them out. symptoms ease immediately and recurrences are unlikely.
Haydn's nocturnal study routine in court dress
The article notes Joseph Haydn as highly eccentric, often composing in his study at night while dressed formally in full court attire including sword, laced hat, and silk stockings. The quirky habit underscores his storied temperament and method.
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Haydn
Dust From Other Worlds Baffles British Scientist
Dr Owens of the Meteorological Office reports finding dust floating over England that may originate from outer space or a distant volcano. Microphotographs document round transparent particles and a sample dust from Germany believed carried by winds from the North Sea to the east coast.
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England
Owens
Meteorological Office
Germany
North Sea
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Promises Fast Frost Bite Relief
Frost bite and chilblains arise from cold exposure and wind. Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil is promoted as an excellent preparation that relieves pain quickly with simple application and prompt action.
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Thomas
Children of Roumanian Village Donate to Knickerbocker Victims
A gift of 3 Roumanian lei was sent by children near Bucharest to aid families ruined by the Knickerbocker Theatre disaster in Washington D C. The gesture reflects the shared sorrow of American and foreign youngsters who wish to help despite their own limited means.
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Bucharest
Washington, D.C
Christian Science Monitor
Centenarian Austrian burglar nabbed in empty house
Aged 100, an Austrian burglar was arrested in an uninhabited house where he had lived for two weeks drinking wines in the cellar.
Portia costume becomes new fashion fad
The eternal feminine seeks novelty and has begun a new popular fad, the Portia costume. An illustration shows what the outfit looks like and suggests its future popularity.
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Portia
How to Treat Stomach Trouble with Pink Pills
Old methods failed when stopped, modern toning of stomach glands restores appetite and eases pain. Dr Williams Pink Pills improve digestion by building blood the pills helped Mrs Leclerc of Wellington PEI after weeks of use she felt better. Available from dealers or by mail Brockville Ont selling six for $2.50 or 50c a box.
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Williams
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Shortage of copper coins blamed on penny in slot machines
English tradesmen face serious inconvenience from the short age of copper coins. The blame is laid on penny in the slot machines for rapid wear and loss of small change.
Worm Exterminator Named For Infants
The note calls Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator the most effective remedy against worms in infants, describing it as a common complaint and the best application.
Saskatchewan Brands Act Renewals Pressured This Year
Saskatchewan brands face renewal before December 31 1922 under the Brands Act. W F Windeatt notes the act gives prima facie ownership evidence in court and fines range from five to two hundred dollars. Renewal timing varies by issue year due to 1916 1918 amendments. Minard's Liniment is noted in an offhand closing remark.
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Saskatchewan
Goodwater
W. F. Windeatt
Department of Agriculture
Newspapers Help In Solving Problems Minister Praises Weekly Press
At the Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association convention in Ottawa, Minister of the Interior Chas. Stewart praised the weekly press for shaping public opinion and aiding immigration and settlement efforts. He urged nationwide coordination to ease immigrant settlement and improve provincial population trends. He lauded publishers and editors for their community impact and perseverance.
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Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Ottawa
Chas. Stewart
Interior
French
Dominion
Alberta
Canada
Ontario
Returned Soldiers
Weekly Press of
Stewart
Minard's Liniment Relieves Neuralgia in Report
The notice states Minard's Liniment relieves neuralgia as an advertised remedy. It also notes telephone operators in Egypt must speak English, French, Italian, Greek, and Arabic to perform their duties.
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Egypt
The Value of Youthful Immigrant Applicants
The text argues youth offers greater future usefulness to the Dominion. It contrasts mature adult immigrants facing assimilation with younger entrants who adapt more easily and have more years of potential contribution ahead.
Nerviline Promises Quick Relief For Cramps And Stomach Ailments
An advertisement touts Nerviline as a fast cure for cramps, gas, diarrhea, neuralgia, chest cold and sore throat. It markets a thirty five cent bottle as the solution, claiming its superiority over other treatments and urging purchase in all stores selling medicines.
Recipe for Whitewash Mixture
Instructions describe a whitewash formula using lime and boiling water, plus salt, ground rice paste, and glue. After mixing, add five gallons of hot water and let stand covered for several days before use.
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Let
Arding
Tee
F. F. Dalley Company OF Canada Limited
Hamilton, Canada
Bennett
Ross Smith
Queen’s Hall
Parliament House
Melbourne
Board of Agriculture
Derbyshire
House of Commons
Washington
C. A. Chant
University of Toronto
Australia
Dr. Owens
Cenadien Podem Cereal Co
Widdser
Dandruff
N. OB
Bayer
Bayer Company
Minister of Interior
Association of Power of Press
Updata
Itter Laboratory
Berkeley
U.S
California
Pac
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