World Happenings Briefly Told
Ford Motor Co. recalls single workers without dependents to Detroit plant. Final Toronto referendum figures put the city wet by 9 010. A Cincinnati woman leaves bulk of estate to U S Government for war debt payoff. A Detroit judge allows a prisoner to attend a funeral. Welland fears early cherries lost to cold. Five years show Chicago 1144 murders New York 1121 London 128. Ontario legislature approves 1 000 000 for a provincial cement plant. Kansas to hire 40 000 to 60 000 men for 1921 crop work. Sir Herbert Samuel notes fire protection for the Holy Sepulcher. C A Birkett named Grain Inquiry Board secretary, arrives Winnipeg. Four men fined 200 and costs for disorderly conduct in Toronto unemployment demonstration. three remanded. Sir Edgar Walton says Smuts' government unites South Africa. Ouangwak the Eskimo murderer escapes Chesterfield Inlet, at large in the Arctic region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford Motor Co
Detroit
Toronto
Cincinnati
U.S
Welland
Chicago
New York
London
England
Ontario
Kansas
Water for Work Horses Urged in Hot Weather
Walter Moore quotes the Boston Work Horse Relief Association urging farmers to water work horses in the hay field during hot weather. He notes farmers often water themselves at noon while horses go without, leading to dehydration and the risk of colic and hay belly. The call advocates humane treatment by bringing water to the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Work Horse Relief Association
The Fateful Years for Every Woman
Women between 45 and 50 face health changes from overwork and blood weakness. Dr Williams Pink Pills are touted as a tonic for blood and nerves, with a testimonial from Mrs J A McDougall of Rhodena Nova Scotia describing relief from nervousness palpitations dizziness and fatigue. Pills are sold by dealers or by mail from Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
London Laundry School Teaches the True Art of Washing
London operates a laundry school where girls are instructed in proper garment care. The program emphasizes cleaning techniques, fabric handling, and efficient washing methods as part of domestic instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Polish centenarian Anna Dobek claims Central Europe’s oldest spinster
Miss Anna Dobek of Chocholow celebrated her 123rd birthday and remains active in mind and body. She does daily housework, jokes about longevity, and says freedom from a man keeps her healthy. She dislikes cats and lives quietly in her village.
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Poland
Europe
Anna Dobek
Chocholow
Miss Dobek
Miller's Worm Powders Promising Remedy For Children
An old warning highlights a mother's observation of worm infestation in children and promotes Miller's Worm Powders as an effective remedy. It claims the powder drives worms from the system and provides stimulating and soothing effects, making the child's progress afterward painless and satisfactory.
Catarrhozone Promises Relief From Catarrh
An old advertisement touts Catarrhozone as a inhaled vapor remedy for catarrh and bronchial troubles. It claims to heal discharges and strengthen the throat, urging two months of treatment for one dollar or a smaller size for 50 cents through dealers in Montreal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Alberta to Begin Irrigation Expansion at Lethbridge
The Alberta legislature has unanimously guaranteed finances for irrigation works to supply 100000 acres in the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation district. Construction is set to start May 1. Bonds to cover the new project will soon be issued by the province.
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Lethbridge Northern
Legislature of
Alberta
Lethbridge
Province of
Movement to honor dumb animals grows across communities
The Winnipeg Tribune cites a broad movement to set aside special days for kindness to animals. It argues affection formed in childhood for pets and heroic stories fosters a humane standard, noting grownups often become thoughtless or cruel toward dogs cats and other animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe
Winnipeg Tribune
Manitoba Population and Births in 1920
The 1920 Manitoba population reached 541,466 with a death rate of 12.2 per thousand, down 0.2 from 1919. Births in 1920 totaled 18,536 compared with 15,619 the year before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Vital Statistics Branch
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promise Cure for Deafness
Catarrhal Deafness cannot be cured by local applications. Hall's Catarrh Medicine works through the blood to reduce inflammation of the Eustachian tube mucous lining. It claims to restore normal function and offers a hundred dollar reward for any case it cannot cure. circulars free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Chenty & Co
Toledo
Ohio
New Creamery Plant Planned
Saskatchewan Co operative Creameries plans to complete three new creamery and cold storage plants in Yorkton Weyburn and Melfort this summer following start of construction last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan Cooperative Creameries
Yorkton
Weyburn
Melfort
Eyelet embroidery adorns new spring frocks and suits
The article highlights eyelet embroidery as a key spring trend. A salmon chiffon dress combines soft folds with ecru batiste embroidered in eyelets. Batiste panels form the front and lower corsage while a large chiffon sash ties at the waist and extends as long panels.
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Ecru Batiste
Dr Hamilton's Pills Offer Pleasant Alternative to Calomel
Calomel and blue pills are described as outdated for headaches upset stomach and liver issues. Dr Hamilton's Pills are touted as a mild vegetable remedy that flushes impurities and wastes, suitable for all ages and useful in every home at 25 cents from dealers or The Catarrhozone Co Montreal.
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Dr. Hamilton
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Winnipeg Industries and Early Aerial Photography Milestones
Winnipeg industries in 1920 value at 120 213 000 with 96 698 825 capital and 24 308 982 payroll. Sectors include flour mills 14 487 398 and meat packing 6 236 236. The first successful aerial photograph by the British captured Neuve Chapelle in 1914.
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Winnipeg
Ore of Neuve Chapelle
Aspirin Ad Warns Against Substitutes and Bayer Branding
An advertisement urges buyers to choose genuine Bayer aspirin tablets and warns that only products bearing Bayer on the tab or bottle are authentic. It notes directions for colds rheumatism earache and lumbago and mentions Bayer Manufacture of Monocetatic acid ester of salicylic acid with registered Canada trademark status.
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Bayer
Prugsises
Canada
Prominent Western Man Praises Tanlac
George W. Logan of Peabody Kansas a leading Middle West stock dealer says Tanlac restored his health and added thirty five pounds. He describes severe weight loss dizziness back pain and poor digestion improving after six bottles and notes his wife also found relief.
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George W. Logan
Peabody
Kansas
Middle West
Tanlac
Hands Across the Sea Unite Britain and America for World Progress
The New York Post argues that America and Great Britain must overlook minor differences and prejudices to unite. If they align on mutual duties, they can lead humanity toward global security and well being in the coming years.
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Great Britain
America
New York Post
Big Timothy Seed Sale in Pincher Creek District
Growers in the Pincher Creek district Alberta sold 500000 pounds of Timothy seed to a Chicago firm. Price paid ranged from 5 to 6 cents per pound.
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Pincher Creek
Alberta
Chicago
Worm Exterminator Advertisement Promises Quick Relief
Nearly all children are subject to worms and many are born with them. Spare them suffering by using Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator, an excellent remedy.
Bananas yield near 20 tons per acre
An acre planted with bananas is estimated to produce about 20 tons of fruit, with each bunch weighing 70 to 80 pounds.
Lignite Coal From Bienfait Set for Winnipeg Market
The Bienfait Sask lignite briquettes will be sold in Winnipeg at 11.50 dollars per ton, as stated in Manitoba Legislative proceedings by Attorney-General T. H. Johnson. If the Bienfait plant claims hold, the briquettes could transform Winnipeg coal trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bienfait
Sask
Winnipeg
Manitoba
T. H. Johnson
Direct wireless link between England and Australia achieved
A direct wireless communication link between England and Australia was successfully established using the Marconi principle. The distance spanned was between 12 000 and 13 000 miles.
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England
Australia
Thick-walled houses endure earthquakes in Mexico
Exterior walls of many Mexican houses are built with thickness of three to six feet to withstand seismic shocks, reflecting construction practices aimed at improving resilience against tremors.
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Mexico
Emerald of six and three quarter pounds among Russian crown jewels
A mysterious jewel feared missing sits among Russia s crown treasures. The emerald weighing six and three quarter pounds remains unlocated amid ongoing inquiries into the royal collection.
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Herbert Samuel
Palestine
The
Palestine Weekly
C. A. Birkett
Fort William
Grain Inquiry Board
Edgar Walton
South Africa
London Times
General Smuts
Ouangwak
Mounted Police
Chesterfield Inlet
Arctic
Walter Moore
Bea
Gealema
L Bates & Co
DrChase
Minard
Lethbridge District
Movement
Marie Belmont
Winnpeg Industries
G. W. Logan
Peabody, Kansas
Timothy Seed
Imperial
Pitt
Canada Starch Co., Limited
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