Emigrant traffic to Canada in coming season to hit records
White Star-Dominion Line officials forecast unprecedented emigration from Germany to Canada this season. In two years ending March 21, 1923, veterans taking up farms under the soldier settlement board rose by 2,541, reaching 28,984 by March 31, 1922. German cabinet members now make frequent speeches in distant cities by aeroplane. Alberta Legislature thanks Dr J H Collip for insulin discovery with Banting and Best. Prohibitionists reportedly bid £100,000 for rights to a British medical journal for propaganda use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Canada
White Star-Dominion Line
Soldier Settlement Board
Citieg
Republic
Alberta
J. H. Collip
University of Alberta
Sage
Baby's Own Tablets Promise Restful Sleep For Infants
An advertisement touts Baby's Own Tablets as a safe laxative that regulates bowels, eases colic and indigestion, and promotes sleep. It claims the product is opiate free, suitable for newborns, and will not be taxed by the new sales tax, priced at 25 cents a box via dealers or by mail from Dr. Williams' Medicine Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Man Sits On Silk Bed Cover To Take Off Shoes
A brief anecdote describes a man who sits on a silk bed cover before removing his shoes, noting the unusual scene without embellishment. The incident highlights a curious moment in daily routine.
Try living on 15 cents a day for dyspepsia relief
A vintage advertisement suggests dieting on a mere fifteen cents daily to ease stomach indigestion. It positions affordable meals as a remedy and targets readers seeking inexpensive digestive relief.
Dominion Tar and Paper Company Moves Into Canada Coast to Coast
Announcement states five acres leased from the harbor board for 21 years for a company backed by British interests to build a $290,000 factory. This site is part of a chain with planned plants in Montreal Winnipeg and Vancouver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Earl of Dunmore
V.C
Harold Botton
Harbor Board
Dominion Tar and Paper Company
Montreal
Winnipeg
Vancouver
CPR Improvement Programme Aims Modern Freight and Passenger Facilities
In anticipation of large immigration and increased traffic, the Canadian Pacific Railway will continue its program of improvements aimed at efficient handling of freight and passenger traffic. No expenditures will be made without such purpose in view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theanadian Pacific Railway
Corn removal ad touts Putnam’s Painless Corn Exactor
A brief advertisement touts Putnam’s Painless Corn Exactor as the faster remedy for corns. It guarantees removal of corns and is offered at 25 cents everywhere.
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Jones
Simnith
Trade Growth in Canadian Canals and January Balance
The 1923 net canal traffic rose 1 196 261 tons or 11 percent from 1922. St Lawrence steamers gained 594 327 tons while US steamers fell by 269 968 tons. January 1924 trade reached 136 043 327 dollars with exports 69 575 167 and imports 66 468 069, creating a 3 107 107 dollar favorable balance.
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Bureau of Statistics
St. Lawrence Canals
United States
Oil of the People claims lasting popular support
The prose extols Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil as the oil of the people. It emphasizes that thousands have benefited and would use no other preparation, noting the oil’s enduring position and expanding sphere of usefulness.
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Thomas
Vernon Fruit Union elects Howe and Hembling to directorate
At a special general meeting of the Vernon Fruit Union A T Howe and Hembling were re elected as representatives of the union on the directorate of the Associated Growers of British Columbia. The report notes 225090 boxes shipped to Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta 627 cars to the United Kingdom 108 cars to other foreign markets and urges direct representation in Great Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon Fruit Union
Messrs
A. T Howe
Hembling
Associated Growers of
British Columbia
Associated
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
United Kingdom
Holland
Belgium
Scandinavia
China
Africa
New Zealand
Mexico
Great Britain
Westward Grain Movement Reaches Record Pace to Pacific
Alberta grain movement to the Pacific coast continues at a record pace. Since season start 11,815 cars have shipped to the coast totaling about 17 million bushels, according to Canadian Pacific officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Pacific
Canadian Pacific
Oil Refinery Planned at Lethbridge by Wells Owners
It is reported another oil refinery will be erected at Lethbridge by owners of McDonald Sweet Grass No. 3 and No. 4 wells. The wells have a producing capacity of about 500 barrels. Vancouver capital is reported to back the venture.
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Lethbridge
McDonald Sweetgrass
Vancouver Capital
Quote on marriage expectations and wealth
A witty remark compares a girl's claim to never marry with a man's boast of excess wealth. The line uses humor to challenge declarations about commitment and money. It reflects personal attitudes rather than a factual event.
Longing Guides the Hands and Head Toward Achievement
The saying notes that what the heart desires sets a course for effort. If one desires a goal deeply, the head plans and the hands work to obtain it.
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promoted for Skin Health
An advertisement claims pimples and skin disease stem from kidney and liver failure. It promotes Dr Hamilton's Pills as cleansing the system to smooth skin, restore a rosy complexion, and improve health. Sold in 25c boxes or five for $1.00 by dealers or The Catarrhozone Co. in Montreal.
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Harrilton
Alberta Coal Output Reaches Over Two Million Tons in 1923
Alberta coal production in 1923 totaled 6,866,924 tons with 1,382,788 used domestically, 1,937,753 sent to other provinces, and 3,557 tons shipped to the United States. Railways took 3,110,121 tons, and overall mine output rose 890,491 tons from 1922. Dominion statistics note cumulative Alberta coal since 1886 totals 69,849,510 tons valued at about $121,715,815, with sub bits and domestic fields contributing 3,161,741 and 463,461 tons respectively.
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Alberta
United States
Solomon’s Choice for Wisdom at Gibeon Night
Golden Text and lesson outline present Solomons request for wisdom after God offers a blessing. The night at Gibeon features a dream where Solomon asks for knowledge to govern Israel. Commentary highlights his duty driven prayer and moral character.
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Solomon
Gibeon
God
Goethe
Israel
David
Abraham
Wood
Dummelow
Aristotle
Worm Exterminator Promises Safe Child Relief
Mother Graves announces a worm removal treatment that claims to clear worms without harming the child, asserting the method is mild yet fully effective.
Railways Purchases Boost Canada’s Industrial Power
The Canadian National Railways placed orders for 56 000 tons of 85 and 100 pound steel rails with British Empire Steel Corporation and 40 000 tons with Algoma Steel of Sault Ste Marie Ontario. These orders, from major North American manufacturers with thousands employed, are expected to reduce unemployment and rehabilitate trunk and branch lines. The rail deliveries will largely align to rehab work, with the total order equating to about 390 to 400 miles of steel of track.
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Canada
Canadian National Railways
British Empire Steel Corporation
Sydney
Cape Breton
Algoma Steel Company
Sault Ste. Marie
Ont
North America
Dominion
Here Is What A Mother Says About Dodd's Kidney Pills
Mrs G B Albert of Le Bouthellier New Brunswick testifies that her daughter Magdalen aged seventeen suffered severe headaches and heart trouble but was relieved after two boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. The product is marketed as a kidney remedy to strengthen kidneys and treat backache diabetes rheumatism dropsy urinary issues and heart disease.
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G. B. Albert
Dodd
le Bouthellier
N.B
Magdalen
Clark's Spaghetti for Luncheons
Clark's Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Cheese is an ideal luncheon dish and a fine substitute for the meat course during Lent. Let the Clark Kitchens help you.
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Clark
Canadian Pacific scheme fills year round farm labor need
Farmers find seasonal help costly as many Canadian workers now stay for year round employment. Ninety five percent of Canadian farmers seeking workers through the Canadian Pacific Railway arrange for year long positions. The program, already successful, continues as a permanent feature to place experienced agricultural laborers with farmers via the company’s network across Europe and Canada.
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Canadian Pacific Railway
Canada
Europe
Canadian Pacific
Woman used to pins mocks fuss over missing button
A woman amused by the fuss a man makes over a missing button notes her habit of pinning items and questions the seriousness of his concern.
Canadian flour cheaper under tariff pressure argues for change
Washington dispatch reports on tariff commission hearings with Canadian millers claiming US flour costs are higher. They argued a 50 percent wheat duty rise without flour relief would let Canadian mills undercut US prices by 77 cents a barrel in New York, as Canadian cost data show lower overall production costs than the United States.
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Washington, D.C
Tariff Commission
New York
Minneapolis
United States
West Indies
South
Central America
Orient
Canada
Broadening the Mental Horizon Advice in The Chase
A motivational message urges using others perspectives to broaden thinking. It champions collaboration and learning from fellow people. The text emphasizes shared knowledge and the benefit of considering multiple viewpoints for progress.
Worm Powders Aid Child Health in Miller Patent Notice
Internal parasites in children sap vitality and hinder growth. If untreated, they risk life and constant unrest. A reliable remedy, Miller's Worm Powders, is promoted as sure death to worms and offers relief to mothers and children.
Railway Ties for Egypt Sudan Contract Awarded
The Sudan government under Capt. E. C. Midwinter accepts a tender from a British Columbia firm for 150000 Douglas fir railway ties of Canadian origin.
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Sudan
E. C. Midwinter
British Columbia
Getting the Effect Bride to Hatcher Roast Pairing
A playful note explores pairing a roast with a blue and white dinner set from Life magazine. The casual inquiry hints at hosting a refined meal while considering presentation and flavor harmony.
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Hatcher
The Prince of Wales as Symbol for Empire Functions
The Prince of Wales personifies a necessary element of the British Empire's operation. He serves as a lay figure for tailors haberdashers and bootmakers to supply goods for imperial subjects and foreign citizens. He performs this role gracefully with verve, earning global attention in a charming, half demure persona.
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Prince of Wales
Cincinnati Times-Star
Lawyer Fees Measured Not By Themselves Says Life
The quip notes the ironies of legal billing with a Life magazine quip, asking how a lawyer gauges his own fees and implying impartial judgment is unlikely.
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Zambuk
Carter
SN. UG
B.C
Prairie Provinces
Minard
Imperial Tobacco CO. OF Canada Limited
Clark’s
Egypt
Prince
Dominion Express
Mother Seigel
A. Gideon
P.O
Winnipesanada
Bert Caldwell
Yonge St
Rene Ea
Eading Chemists
Harstock
ST. East
Lone
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