World Happenings Briefly Told
A London Sunday Express report says Lord Peel likely will be Canada’s next Governor General but denial comes from Lord Peel. Miss Anna Fraser of Antigonish Nova Scotia believed oldest Canadian voter at 105. Bishop Loward Mowll of West China reportedly returns to Chengtu after kidnapping. Harry Pidgeon completes globe circumnavigation in a 34 foot catboat porting at San Pedro after 33000 miles. Eight hundred cattle from Roderick Macleay reach Winnipeg in 27 train cars largest wartime shipment. Leicester opens a women motor drivers school with instruction on driving and machinery. Berlin reports Germany to push for German as extra official language in League of Nations not credited by officials. Lieut.-Col. N Donald of Chemanius BC moved to command Ypres at Halifax after wreck near Vancouver Island. Maxim Gorky recovers fully from earlier illness and writes on life in Russia. James Buchanan Price among 16 heirs sharing 2009000 left by tobacco king. A wooden Indian sells for 250 in New York. Death of Professor Mavor in Glasgow on a visit. former Toronto University economist born in Scotland 71 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Peel
Canada
Lord Byng
Nova Scotia
Anna Fraser
Antigontah
Loward Mowll
Westhina
Anguat
Chengtu
Globe
Harry Pidgeon
San Pedro
Cal
Roderick Macleay
High River
Alta
Winnipeg
Mystery Nelson Battleship Proves British Might in 1927
A New York Times letter argues the Nelson will be a premier battleship with 35 000 ton displacement, 702 foot length, nine 16 inch guns, and secret details. It compares British, American, and Japanese ships, noting Nelsons potential superiority in armament and speed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson
Becaue
Great Britain
Ajax
Centurion
Thunderer
Mutsu
Nagato
Ampericans
Japan
United States
New York Times
Wembley Exhibition Not Financial Success
The British Empire Exhibition at Wembley, opened 1924 to boost trade, closed Oct. 31 after two years. Despite 27,000,000 visitors and royal patronage, it did not prove financially successful though officials expect long term trade and resource gains for the empire. An elaborate closing proclamation was issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wembley
Worm Powders Cure Worms in Infants and Aid Growth
The article describes worms irritating the stomach and intestines in infants, causing malnutrition. Miller's Worm Powders are claimed to destroy worms and correct morbid stomach and bowel conditions to ensure full nourishment and better development.
Export of Canadian Cattle to Britain Surges in 1925
Canada shipped 77,242 live cattle to the British Isles by October 1 1925, up from 58,684 in 1924 and 44,206 in 1923, with an expected total for the year exceeding 106,906 head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
British Isles
Sweden Funds Civil Air Service Expansion
Sweden sets aside nearly 290000 for civil air services this year to establish and maintain routes. Nordiska Flygederiet recently started a new air link between Stockholm and Danzig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweden
Stockholm
Danzig
Nordiska Fiygrederiet
The Will to Win Always Uppermost in the British Charge
A London Spectator note argues Britain recovers from crises through will and knowledge. It compares industrial and wartime resilience, urges awareness of improvements born from individual energy, and warns that national decline in world markets demands urgent remedy.
New Dress Pattern in French Crepe with Inverted Side Plaits
The pattern describes a stylish season frock with inverted side plaits for freedom of movement. Features long diagonals, a left hip extension, vestee front, fitted sleeves, and optional short sleeves. Sizes 16 18 20 years, fabric yardage given. pattern book price 16 cents, individual pattern 20 cents.
How To Order Patterns in Winnipeg Newspaper
Instructions list pattern numbers and names for Pattern No and Town Site at Union location in Winnipeg. This notice conveys ordering details from 175 McDermot Ave. Readers are guided to contact the Pattern Department for pattern requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Settlers Arrive at Lethbridge Irrigation Tract
James Pike reports an average of one new settler per day is being placed on the Lethbridge Northern Irrigation tract under provincial government supervision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lethbridge Northern
James Pike
Frontier College publishes its first education calendar
The Frontier College announces its first calendar highlighting home study courses designed for workers and rural students. It stresses university credits toward degrees without compulsory attendance and lists compulsory subjects like Forestry Biology Agriculture to meet Canada’s growth needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frontier College
Forteelf
Canada
Yonge Street
Toronto
Dominions’ Status in Locarno Pact Questioned by Burnham
Viscount Burnham owner of The Daily Telegraph and Imperial Press Conference president addressed a London gathering on how the Locarno security pact affects the dominions. He asked whether the dominions would supply arms or harbor enemies or lose neutrality if Britain warred, and warned that unresolved questions threaten imperial unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viscount Burnham
The
Daily Telegraph
Imperial Press Conference
London
Dominions
Lord Burnham
Great Britain
Lord Buraham
Canadian provinces plan committee for British market
Arrangements are under way to form a committee representing all Canadian provinces to cooperatively place Canadian produce on the British market in line with the imperial economic committee's suggestions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Imperial Economic Committee
No Woman Made a Fool of Me Says He
A humorous exchange features a boastful man declaring no woman would fool him, followed by a quip from a woman. A separate fact states that newborn elephants weigh about 165 pounds on average.
Cuticura Heals Severe Pimples Says Nova Scotia Woman
Miss Mildred M Breau of Crousetown Nova Scotia describes a year of itching large red pimples that spread and burned. She used Cuticura Soap and Ointment after a free sample and three pots of ointment led to healing in about two months. She advises daily Cuticura Soap and occasional ointment plus Cuticura Talcum to prevent pimples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred M. Breau
Crousetown
Nova Scotia
Crossword Puzzle Word List Mixed Clues
A long list of numbered crossword clues covering animals perfumes flowers actions and common nouns across multiple categories. Clues include 1 Animal of cat family 6 Exist 27 More recent 31 Wheel track 49 A Revolutionary War hero first name Ethan and many others with abbreviations and varied word lengths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethan
Saskatchewan farmers aim for twelfth world wheat sweepstake
Saskatchewan exhibitors at fourteen international grain shows have won the sweepstake eleven times and seek a twelfth at Chicago this fall. The department of agriculture covers Regina to Chicago transport costs for all exhibitors. First prize winners receive 50 dollars from the province and grand championship winners receive 150 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Chicago
Department of Agriculture
Regina
Cucumber Native Of Egypt Traces Its Travel Through History
A historical note traces the cucumber from Egypt where it grew near Cairo after the Nile flood to Palestine and Europe. It notes the plant’s scarcity in Egypt outside Cairo, its spread via trade, Virgil’s mention, and its introduction to England from Holland in 1538.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
Cairo
Nile
Palestine
Europe
England
Holland
Eight varieties of poisonous mushrooms noted in study
A recent investigation identifies eight distinct varieties of poisonous mushrooms. Researchers emphasize careful identification and caution for foragers to avoid deadly species and accidental poisoning.
History of the common people 16th century
A compact overview tracing the common people’s status in the 16th century, noting shifts from suppression to moments of momentum as social structures and everyday life evolved across notable regions. The text highlights periods of hardship alongside emerging collective agency.
Canada Joins World’s Top Six as Trading Nation
In the year ending August 31, 1925 Canada's foreign trade placed it among the first six nations, driven by vast grain exports and growing manufacturing. Total exports reached $1,130,753,557.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Dominion
Oil that is Famous in North and South
Though Canada was not the birthplace of Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil it is the home of the famous compound Its good name spread to Central and South America the West Indies Australia and New Zealand It is on sale and in demand in these regions
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Thomas’ Eclectric Ol
Central
South America
West Indies
Australia
New Zealand
Pulp Exports From British Columbia to Japan Grow
British Columbia pulp dominates the Japanese market on price with 2000 to 3000 tons imported last year out of 3500 to 5000 tons from all nations. Quebec is expected to enter the field soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Japan
Quebec
Agricultural schools enroll over 200000 students yearly
More than 200 000 students enroll annually in United States agricultural schools, reflecting ongoing demand for programs in farming science and related disciplines. The statistic highlights the scale of agricultural education nationwide and signals sustained interest from students pursuing careers in agriculture and agribusiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Forest Fires Blamed for Fur Shortage This Summer
A report attributes a harsh summer to widespread forest fires that disrupted fur supply. Experts cite smoke damage and reduced trapping success. Local buyers warn markets will face higher prices as fur stock dwindles.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Leicester
Eng
Berlin
Germany
League of Nations
League
N. Donald
Chemanius
B.C
H.M.C.S. Armentieres
Vancouver Island
S. M.C.S. Ypres
Halifax
Maxim Gorky
Russia
James Buchanan Price
Duke University
Oklahoma City
New York
Glasgow
Mavor
University of Toronto
Scotland
Britain
Annie Buesnel
Chatham
Jodhpur
India
Council of the Regency
Billy
Willie
Scott
Macaulay
London Spectator
Clipse
the Frontier College
Locarno
Holloway
Eis
Loin
Ces
Reds
Lecs Pifesiee
Ee Ooe
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!