World Happenings Briefly Told
Frau Schroeter-Vorescon claims the record parachute drop for women from 2500 metres. Winston Churchill has been elected rector of Edinburgh University. Marquis Inouye, former Japanese ambassador to London, died in Tokio at age 68. Dr. Montiambert, former Ottawa health chief, died after a long illness. Prince of Wales to resume Africa tour after King George illness. Canadian Gazette notes pur chase hurdles for Alberta land. Clemenceau book title Grandeur and Misery of a Victory. Miller's Worm Powders advertised for child worm prevention and digestion support.
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Ottawa
London
Prince of Wales
Africa
King George
Alberta
Health mania grows as new season ailments emerge
Ailment articles multiply in daily papers addressing autumn low mood and upcoming seasonal menaces. The public grows health conscious yet unsettled, unsure how to eat drink or dress without guidance as every season brings new perceived disabilities.
McMurray sands eyed for road surfacing wins
Road Surfacing 8S. C. Ells of the Federal Department of Natural Resources reports from the north that large developments are expected next year in McMurray bituminous sands for road surfacing. He cites low cost surfaced roads in the United States as evidence of a bright future.
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C. Ells
Federal Department of Natural Resources
North
McMurray
United States
McMurray Sands
Population of the Roman Empire at Christ time cited
The population of the Roman Empire at the time of Christ is estimated at seventy million. The article notes that a chain store concept has appeared in Egypt.
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Roman Empire
Egypt
Must Be Over Thirty The Ottawa Flapper Vote Factor
The Ottawa Evening Citizen argues the flapper vote is a material factor in elections and notes most enfranchised women come from this class, yet they are barred from the Senate by the thirty-year age requirement. It contrasts with the House where twenty one year olds can be seated if elected.
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Ottawa Evening Citizen
Canada
Senate
Council
Prairie grain storage dips after month-long rise
Grain stored in Prairie elevators fell on October 22 marking the first decrease of the month after a steady rise. Total storage stood at 86,791,000 bushels versus a capacity of 178,000,000.
Princess Style Brandy-wine Faille Silk Crepe Dress
A youthful versatile dress with fitted bodice and flaring hem in princess styling. Shirring adds soft fullness while maintaining a molded line, V neck with bow at back, jabot frill and long sleeves with darts. Sizes 16 to 42 bust, pattern 25 cents, magazine offer 15 cents or 10 cents with pattern.
Skiis Cross Thames Awakens London Embankment Crowd
On the London Embankment two Vienna men, Franz Hirsch and Professor Michael Mitter, donned water skiis and attempted a crossing of the Thames. The basket frame skiis propelled by a paddle and waterproof cover drew cheers as they claimed up to twelve miles per hour, inspired by their Danube speed.
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London Embankment
Thames
Franz Hirsch
Michael Mitter
Vienna
Danube
Washable Cotton Shoes Shine At Boston Fashion Show
Washable cotton footwear drew attention at the National Association of Cotton Manufacturers show in Boston. Exhibitors said the sudanette fabrics yield lighter, more comfortable shoes than leather, with thin leather soles and embroidered upper borders.
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National Association of Cotton Manufacturers
Boston
Mass
Beauvair
Precision levelling across continent shows six inch error
The Geodetic Survey of Canada measured a 3 647 mile line of levels from Atlantic mean sea level to Pacific mean sea level and found an apparent elevation difference of only about six inches. The small discrepancy suggests the mean seas are nearly level across the continent.
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Atlantic
Pacific
The
Geodetic Survey of Canada
Oceans
Oil Treasured Across Continent Since Fifty Years
Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil entered the market over fifty years ago to serve a small community but soon gained universal appeal. Its merit spread nationwide and is now prized throughout the continent with no equal.
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Thomas
Tests For Air Pilots Pass Equilibrium and Eye Exams
The equilibrium test replaces the old whirling chair test. Over 700 physicians nationwide, led by Dr. H. L. Bauer, oversee exams to prevent pilot-related accidents. Eyes receive first scrutiny. depth perception color vision field of view and eye muscle coordination are essential to safety. Regular semi annual checks follow a pilot's initial clearance.
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United States
H. L. Bauer
Department of Commerce
Dr. Bauer
Recipes For This Week By Betty Barclay
A dated kitchen recipe outlines a dessert dish using 14 lb shredded coconut eggs milk salt and sugar with rice and vanilla. The mix is beaten and combined then baked in a water bath for twenty to thirty minutes at about 350 degrees.
Sunacy School Lesson Golden Text Refutes Favoritism
The lesson centers on Acts 10.34-35 and Ruth 1.1-18 plus John 4.5-10 and Romans 1.14. Galatians 3.28-29, teaching that God favors no person or nation. Devotional reading from Ephesians 3.14-21 reinforces universal inclusion through faith and righteousness.
Peter Opens Gentile Mission After Vision At Caesarea
The account recounts Cornelius a devout Roman centurion in Caesarea receiving a heavenly summons to seek Peter. Peter, drawn by vision, sides with divine instruction and travels with Cornelius to share a message that God has no favorites, welcoming those who fear Him from any nation.
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Caesarea
Cornelius
Joppa
Peter
Jerusalem
Apostle
Moffatt
Cultivate National Spirit in Canada
John Imrie of the Edmonton Journal urged Halifax listeners to foster a national outlook amid economic woes. He argued Canada faces a broader movement north and west beyond prior waves and pressed the Duncan report to ensure Maritime employment recommendations are implemented.
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Canada
John Imrie
Edmonton Journal
Halifax
Imrie
Duncan
Maritimes
Orange Segment Salad with Cabbage and Cream Cheese Garnish
Peel oranges and segment them removing all white skin. Slice into quarter inch pieces and place on plates with finely shredded cabbage. Cover plates with lettuce, arrange orange segments, and garnish with balls of cream cheese rolled in grated orange rind. Serve with French dressing.
Unique Samoa cricket match ends in violent deaths
A cricket match between two village sides in Samoa, each about 400 players, lasted three months for a stake of 100 kegs of beer. The event culminated in a free fight that left several men dead and left families neglected, leaving both villages starving.
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Samoa
Husband and Wife Clash Over Spare Fire Extinguisher Purchase
A marital dispute centers on a fire extinguisher bought a year ago that has never been used. The wife questions the husband about perceived reckless spending while the husband defends the purchase as prudent.
No Poison in Holloway's Corn Remover Says Ad
An advertisement claims Holloway's Corn Remover contains no poisonous ingredient and can be used safely without danger or injury.
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Holloway
Vast Russian Forest Hangs On Ice Between Urals and Okhotsk
One of the world’s largest forests in Russia lies on ice between the Ural Mountains and the Okhotsk Sea as seasonal conditions limit its stability and access.
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Ural Mountains
Okhotsk Sea
Russia
Giant bamboo can grow a foot in a single day
A bamboo stem demonstrates remarkable rapid growth, with reports noting the shoot can extend up to a foot in a 24 hour period. Researchers highlight the plant’s rapid elongation as a notable botanical phenomenon.
London policemen vent about versatile exam questions
Policemen in London complain they face an unusual police examination asking how to repair a stained floor a three legged stool and to arrange a film show for children aged ten to fifteen The questions suggest the test values practical problem solving beyond standard policing tasks.
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London
Coal production in British Columbia for nine months
Production figure for British Columbia coal in the first nine months ending September 30 totals 1,693,340 tons. Vancouver Island collieries account for 850,364 tons of the output.
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British Columbia
Vancouver Island
Zoo Records Show Captivity Extends Animal Lifespan
Records indicate animals in captivity live longer than wild counterparts when well cared for. The study cites improved nutrition veterinary care and enrichment as key factors driving longer lifespans across species in zoological settings.
Coal Fields and Earth Curvature Puzzles Prompt Curiosity
A terse compilation notes claims of 200000 square miles of coal fields in China and Japan, asserts the earth’s curvature at eight inches per mile, and notes the commercial value of whale parts. It also promotes Minard's Liniment for stables.
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China
Japan
Global Thunderstorm Record Exceeds Forty Five Thousand Daily
Scientists report over 45 thousand thunderstorms occur daily worldwide, a new record reflecting intensified atmospheric activity. Researchers note regional spikes and link trends to climate patterns while urging further study of storm frequency and climate impacts.
Height range of Aurora Borealis rays varies widely
The report notes that the rays of the Aurora Borealis extend high in the sky, with altitudes ranging from about 50 miles to 200 miles above the Earth's surface. This variation highlights the dynamic nature of auroral displays viewed from northern latitudes.
First Telephone Patent Granted in 1876
The earliest telephone patent was issued in 1876 marking a pivotal milestone for communication technology. Alexander Graham Bell's invention entered legal protection as the foundational device for modern voice transmission.
Minards Liniment advertised for stiffness relief
An ad touts Minards Liniment as a remedy for stiffness while noting the average consumer uses 12 pounds of soap each year.
Digestive Aid Advertisement Breaks Up Gas
An old ad promotes Assulated Macnesian powder or tablets to quickly relieve stomach gas. It claims to neutralize acids halt sourness indigestion and heartburn and keep digestion strong. Available at all good drug stores.
Colorblindness aid via new glass lenses by Berlin professor
Scientist Franz Weidert at the Technical College of Berlin develops glass lenses containing neodymium and praseodymium. The lenses appear transparent but absorb orange and yellow light, increasing contrast between red and green to help color blind people distinguish those colors.
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Franz Weidert
Technical College
Berlin
Measuring Sun Distance Guides Astronomers to the Cosmos
The University of Cincinnati and the Royal Observatory of Berlin compute the sun’s distance at about 92 900 000 miles within 50 000 miles. Dr. Jermain G. Porter notes the value as the crucial rung for scaling the solar system and distant universe. Eros serves as a stepping stone for refined results, with an optimal position foreseen at the start of 1931 after years of preparation.
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University of Cincinnati
Royal Observatory of
Berlin
Jermain G. Porter
Cincinnati Observatory
Solar System
Thut
Must Be a Reason at the Prano’s Recital
Willie questions the orchestra leader’s actions in a tense scene at a famed soprano recital. He voices concern about a woman’s distress and asks his mother why she yells, while she hushes him and defends the performance.
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Willie
Helped During Middle Age Women Praise Lydia Pinkham
A Sarnia Ontario woman Mrs. Jone Benson shares her letter praising Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief during the Change of Life. She reports renewed appetite and steadier nerves after using the product and offers to recommend it to others with similar troubles.
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Sarnia
Lydia
Pinkham
Jone Benson
N. Christina St
Sarnia, Ontario
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