Canada must develop natural resources to pay war debt
The author argues Canada’s two billion dollar war debt and high taxation choke growth. He urges federal provincial unity to unleash natural resources, create employment and rail traffic, and reduce deadweight debt without new taxes. Development is presented as the only likely solution to pay off the debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Dominion
Great Britain
United States
Canadian National Railways
Saskatchewan Butter Shipment To United Kingdom Resumes
The Saskatchewan Co operative Creamery Company resumes butter shipments to the United Kingdom. In September several cars left for Montreal destined for London and Glasgow, with other Moose Jaw cars heading to Liverpool and London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Co-operative Creamery Company
United Kingdom
Montreal
London
Glasgow
Moose Jaw
Liverpool
Making Mistakes Defy Supply and Demand Law
A concise observation notes that errors are not governed by market forces. The saying contrasts economic law with human fallibility, suggesting mistakes occur outside the predictable patterns of supply and demand.
Western Horses for Russia Purchased for Ukraine Army Use
Soviet representatives have bought about one thousand western Canadian range horses mainly from Alberta for shipment to Ukraine for military use. The purchase signals large scale support for the Ukrainian armed forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ukraine
Alberta
Boarding-house Liver Complaint Quoted Over Seven Daily Servings
A discernible line jokes that boarders may suffer a liver complaint if meals are served seven times weekly. The remark underscores concerns about restaurant or lodging house dining practices and health.
Canada poised to lead global grain exports says London professor
Professor JL W Lytle of London University asserts in the London Times that Canada will dominate wheat exports, arguing Russia cannot meet its own needs and prewar Russian exports were artificial rather than from a natural surplus. He predicts grain growing will be limited to Canadian farmers.
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Russia
Canada
JL. W. Lytle
London
England
London Times
Diamond Dyes Color Things New
Diamond Dyes offer simple cold water tinting for delicate shades or boiling dye for rich permanent colors. Each 15 cent package includes easy directions for dyes on lingerie, silks, ribbons, dresses, coats, and household fabrics. Specify wool or silk and material type to your druggist.
Combination That Will Prevent Future Wars
The Winnipeg Tribune argues that the League of Nations needs full public co operation and good will from all nations. It compares the league to a spade that cannot dig ground unless wielded by a capable worker, urging worldwide unity to avoid war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Grey
League of Nations
Winnipeg Tribune
People of the Nations
League
Milburns Heart and Nerve Pills Help NS Woman
Mrs James Rutledge of Nappan Station Nova Scotia reports years of heart and nerve trouble including fainting spells and long bed rest. After starting Milburns Heart and Nerve Pills she describes marked improvement and restored hope for life.
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James Rutledge
Nappan Station
N. S
Milburn
Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills Ad
I used the first box and felt relief and after a short time they did for me what no other remedy had. Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills are for sale at all druggists and dealers, put up only by The T. Milburn Co. Limited, Toronto Ont.
Alberta Government Telephone Contest Highlights Branch Offices
A unique contest judged Alberta Government Telephone System branches on appearance grounds improvements and advertising. Sixteen offices entered with Red Deer winning first place Sedgewick second Medicine Hat interior prize Stettler exterior prize and a narrow 12 point spread from first to sixth place.
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Alberta
Red Deer, S
Sedgewick
Medicine Hat
Stettler
Queen Alexandra to Decide on Edward’s Walking Cane Collection
Speculation rises over how Queen Alexandra will handle the late King Edward’s walking canes upon returning to Marlborough House. A large rack holds the royal favorites that symbolize the walking stick story of the last century, as the King was rarely seen without one and often brought back canes from his travels.
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Alexandra
Edward
Marlborough House
Population and gold among early human uses
The note states Geneva's population at 600000. It adds that gold was probably the first metal used by humans.
Russia's Oil Fields Not Being Developed
The Baku oil fields on the Caspian Sea lie largely undeveloped as Soviet Russia lacks capital modern machinery and skilled labor to revive production. Few wells are active, derricks and equipment decay, and the industry faces stagnation after nationalization following the 1918 revolution.
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Russia
Baku
Caspian Sea
Watt Workroom May Move to London Museum
The Heathfield Hall garret where James Watt conducted experiments could be transferred to the South Kensington Museum. Negotiations are under way to move the room bodily to London, preserving Watt’s tools benches and even his leather apron. Watt visited Birmingham around 1768 and died in 1819.
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London Museum
Heathfield Hall
Handsworth
England
James Watt
South Kensington Museum
Watt
Birmingham
London
Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator aids troubled children
Mothers readily detect worms in children and promptly apply a reliable remedy named Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator.
Reserve Right To Decide About War
The Covenant of the League reserves each nation’s right to decide when to go to war and how to deploy forces. Economic sanctions may trigger automatically, but military sanctions depend on council recommendations and state decisions. Committing in advance to military action for blockades or arbitral awards goes beyond the covenant.
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The
League
Council
Manchester Guardian
Sleeping Sickness Emerges as West African Disease
True sleeping sickness is a West African illness with no link to Encephalitis lethargica. The new sleep illness has unknown origins and appears slightly infectious. It can cause sleeplessness, delirium, or excitement rather than coma, with death in 20 to 40 percent of cases. England reports 538 cases in 1919 and 2,468 in the first half of 1924, signaling an epidemic.
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West Africa
England
New Equerry Named for Prince of Wales
Upon the Prince of Wales return to England, Lord William Scott will serve as equerry. Born 28 years ago, he is a member of the 10th Hussars and the son of a family long honored with Royal friendship. His father is cousin to Lord Claud Hamilton, a longtime equerry, and his mother is a cousin of Viscount Lascases.
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Prince of Wales
England
William Scott
Duke of
Population Growth in Vancouver from 1911 to Current Directory
The 1911 government census listed Greater Vancouver population at 100 401. The latest directory reports a current population of 247 127, reflecting substantial growth and urban expansion.
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Greater Vancouver
Man with a Clear Head Amid Blank Thoughts
A wry observation notes that some people appear confident and lucid while their minds seem empty. The remark highlights contrast between outward composure and inner dullness, suggesting skepticism about perceived mental clarity.
Cheese Know-How and A Family Baked Cheese Omelet
An article extols cheese as an ancient, nutritious food misjudged by many and urges its use as a meat substitute. It includes a baked cheese omelet recipe using Kraft Canadian cheese and bread crumbs. It also notes the dangers of intestinal worms in children and promotes Miller's Worm Powders as a reliable vermifuge for infants.
What is orange pekoe tea and how flavor is formed
A discussion explains that orange pekoe is the leaf size and name, not a grade of quality. Flavor depends on leaf quality and cultivation. higher elevation tea gardens yield richer leaves due to more essential oils and careful processing.
Cuba Lottery Report Estimates Four Thousand Six Hundred Profit
The government run lottery in Cuba is believed to yield about $4,600 in annual profit to the national treasury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
National Treasury
Whites Leaving South Africa 1924 census warns on white future
The census director warns the next 25 years may decide whether whites will participate in South Africa's development or be displaced by aborigines. Official mid 1924 figures show 863 fewer European residents, 2,376 new arrivals, and 3,329 European departures. Concludes with asthma relief claim and Kellogg remedy promoting safety and prevention through inhalation.
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South Africa
Union of South Africa
Seaplane Ambulance For British Guiana
A seaplane built for service in British Guiana carries white workers from plantations to treatment centers. Previously illness meant a seventeen day river voyage over 200 miles. the plane halves the journey to just over two hours.
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British Guiana
British Columbia Apples Dominate Birmingham Fruit Show
British Columbia nearly swept the Birmingham fruit show winning the Empire championship for its dessert apple. The province secured 11 first prizes and two seconds across the events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Birmingham
England
Silence of gratitude: a recipient speaks of kindness
A reflection on social reciprocity notes that the giver should remain quiet after a kindness and the recipient should share the act publicly. It emphasizes humility and acknowledgment as a communal value.
Swallows Fly High in Good Weather and Low Before Storm
Birds reported in the region as swallows fly high when skies are clear and drop low ahead of approaching storms. The pattern noted by observers suggests barometric shifts influence flight altitude.
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Fletcher
Kat
Opiaics
Management Awards
Geneva
Switzerland
Minard
Prince
Vancouver
Minard’s Linimemt
N. UL
Maclaren Cheese Co
Meatreal
Seaplane Ambulance
B.C
Marine Co
Chicago
Weentons
Ramsay CO
Canadian Pacific Steamships
Quebec
Empress of Montreal
S.S. Montreal
Montclare
Minnedosa
Metagama
S.S. Montlaurie
Empress of Montrget
Marioch
S.S. Montcaim
Cherbourg
Southampton
Belfast
Southamepton
Antwerp
Oepsel Lasgo
Renee
Peakmsten
Patenst
St. John
Main Street
Western Canada
W. C. Casey
Winnipeg
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