World Happenings Briefly Told
Canadian bank balances total 2.396 million dollars as of December 31 1925. David Ross dies at 91 in Belfast after 74 years in business. Mussolini sketches a monument with a cannon pointing toward Austria for Bolzano. Manitoba vehicles exceed last year by at least 6 thousand. Extension coal mine suspends 125 miners due to weak demand. 100 tins opium seized aboard Empress of Australia. no arrests. Italy pays 2 million pounds to Bank of England as war debt payment. A man famed as the smallest in the world dies at 88, height 28 inches, queue 13 feet. Montreal appeals to curb flu risk. Maritime Provinces push Eastbound grain trade via National Transcontinental. Miller’s Worm Powders advertised as harmless and effective for cleansing worms.
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David Ross
Belfast
Austria
Mussolini
Bolzano
South Tyrol
Manitoba
Ladysmith
Vancouver Island
United States
Vancouver
B.C
Far East
Stefani
Bank of England
Italy
Great Britain
London
P. T. Barnum
Montreal
Eugene Gagnon
Board of Railway Commissioners
J. L. Ralston
Maritime Provinces
Quebec
Walking Isn't a Lost Art, Head Outdoors to the Garage
A compact note urges readers to reconnect with walking by venturing into the garage. It frames outdoor activity as practical and accessible, encouraging daily movement and exploration in a familiar space.
Corrector of Pulmonary Troubles Oil Promoted
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil is extolled for respiratory relief with many testimonials cited. The oil is claimed to allay bronchial inflammation and is recommended to sufferers with the certainty of relief.
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Thomas
When there weren’t any nerve specialists people relied on calomel
The passage recalls a time before nerve specialists existed when people suffered fidgets and took calomel as a remedy. It highlights limited medical knowledge and self care in historical contexts.
Answer to Last Week's Puzzle Promises Quick Remedies
An old time remedy article touts Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a universal cure all for coughs colds sore throat sprains cuts and contusions. It argues that a bottle acts as a medicine chest and notes a parallel to lingering human nature and rope. Minard's Liniment is also mentioned for colds.
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Thomas
New Parathyroid Extract Aids Bone Healing
The latest surgical approach uses a parathyroid extract to raise calcium and phosphate in the blood after fractures. Professor Collip of the University of Alberta reports that injected or oral doses from parathyroid glands boost mineral levels, accelerating bone formation.
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Collip
University of Alberta
Edmonton
Paris fashion designers unveil two piece sports frocks
Our Fashion Book presents No 1261 a washable silk two piece outfit with over blouse in large plaid, high or low collar, gathered cuffs, narrow back belt, and a skirt with box-plaits. Sizes 16 to 20 years or 34 to 38 inch bust. Material and price details noted.
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Paris
Sunday School Lesson Jesus Appears To Disciples
Lesson notes focus on Jesus appearing to His apostles after the resurrection. Golden text from John 20 29 blesses those who have not seen and believe. Lesson covers John 20 24 21 25 and devotional reading Revelation 1 9 18.
Risen Savior Appears to Disciples in Upper Room
A passage recounts Jesus greeting the disciples after the crucifixion, revealing his pierced hands and side to prove his identity and offering peace as he commissions them. The article also notes a sermon by Dr. J Wilber Chapman linking Christ to the Lamb with scars as Redeemer.
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Christ
Henry Ostrom
St. Louis Exposition
Africa
Blooa
J. Wilber Chapman
There Are No Virds in Last Year's Nests Says a Poet
Winnipeg Pattern No Address lists Pattern No Name with size. A poet states there are no birds in last year's nests and notes there are nests for next year.
Radio stations and wireless progress across nations
The piece notes a Los Angeles station cutting speakers off mid sentence and a Missouri listener’s complaint. It highlights Rugby England’s world largest station with nine hundred acres and twelve masts, plus a Alps wireless setup on St. Margarets Hut. It explains wireless aid for climbers and NYC stations saturated with ads, listing WEAF WMCA and typical hourly rates around 75 to 600 dollars.
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Rugby
England
Alps
St. Margaret’s Hut
Sea Trevel
Mount Rosa
Neuralga Conquered Its Pain Destroyed
Neuralga reported overcoming pain and achieving notable results after applying a new method. The announcement highlights a breakthrough in relief and effectiveness, citing strong outcomes for users seeking improved wellbeing.
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Neuralga
Nerviline Ad Praises Pain Relief By W. T. Greenway
Former Guide staffer W. T. Greenway extols Nerviline as a universal pain remedy. He cites twenty years of use at home and recommends applying Nerviline for earache toothache cramps and stomach upset with prompt relief at 35c.
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W. T. Greenway
Guide Newspaper
Tack technique to secure pins without finger pain
The guide suggests piercing stiff paper with a tack to position it, then pressing to drive without injuring fingers. It describes repeatedly tapping the tack until it lies flat, offering a simple method for inexpert hands.
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Tack
Women hold most of the 667 listed professions in the United States
Among 667 professions recorded, women participate in 632. This shows extensive female involvement across a broad range of occupations, reflecting deep labor market integration and the narrowing of gender gaps in work.
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United States
Asthma Remedy Promises Help From Dr J D Kellogg
An advertisement proclaims Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a relief for asthma sufferers. It claims the product offers new life and hope, arguing the remedy is evident in its own benefit and serves as its own advertisement. Thousands are said to have found help.
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J. D. Kellogg
Crossword Puzzle Key From A Citrus Fruit Theme
A historical crossword lists clues across many topics from citrus fruit to astrology. It includes entries for visionaries, wounds dressings, animal plurals, and legal terms with abbreviations and archaic spellings. The puzzle spans dozens of lines with both across and down prompts and answers.
Deaths From Wildlife in British India Revealed
The year saw 3 605 people killed by wild animals and 206 000 by snake bites. Tigers caused 1 693 deaths, wolves 835, leopards 464, and crocodiles 213. Wild pigs, bears, and elephants added notable figures. About 23 000 wild animals were killed, making the human to animal death ratio about six to one.
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British India
Men Sell Taffy and Some Give It Away
A brief wry note contrasts livelihoods with selling candy and distributing freely, implying differing approaches to taffy trade and generosity.
Nervous ailment relief touted by Mrs Wilson in Port George
Mrs J Wilson of Port George reports heart palpitations and fainting spells from overwork and worry. She says she could not be left alone with a large family. She credits a treatment from These Pills manufactured by T Milburn Co Limited Toronto sold by doctors and druggists.
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A T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
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King OF
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