Has Democracy Failed and the Drift Toward Dictatorships
A reflective piece argues democracy is not at fault but the people’s use of it. It notes dictatorships in Russia, Germany, Italy, Austria, contrasts with Canada and Britain maintaining parliamentary control, and urges citizens to think for themselves to preserve liberties. It warns against losing self government by passion, prejudice, or blind conformity.
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Russia
Italy
Germany
Austria
United States
Democratic Party
Canada
Great Britain
Europe
Modern Plan Seeks Saharan Air Route from Europe
French experts draft a Saharan Air Service shifting focus from the Trans-Saharan Railroad. Governments see air liaison as quickest link between metropolitan France and African colonies, with pilots already testing missions from Morocco and Algiers. The budget allocates ten million francs for Trans-African studies and an air route across North Africa.
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Europe
Sahara
Morocco
Algiers
France
Trans-Saharan Railroad Commission
Desert
North Africa
Kruschen Salts Promises Weight Loss For 266 Lb Man
A testimonial describes a husband starting Kruschen Salts for rheumatism weighing 266 pounds and, after taking a half teaspoonful daily in warm water, dropping to 210 pounds while claiming increased vitality. The account notes widespread use among overweight individuals seeking drugfree reduction.
Venerable Canadians Overcome Handicaps to Attend Services
Read of senior Canadians from Alberta and Nova Scotia who despite age and mobility limits traveled long distances to church. A woman over 70 walked 3.5 miles to an Anglican service while a United church elder nearly 90 drove 35 miles with his wife to an anniversary service by horse and carriage.
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Canada
Alberta
Nova Scotia
United Church
Good Way To Stop Acid Stomach
Advice from druggists touts Bisulated Magnesia in water after meals to ease indigestion and belching. A German Leuna works reports propan gas produced from benzine distillation promising household supply for one to three months. US pear production has more than doubled in twenty years.
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Halle
Germany
United States
Quickest Way to Stop a Cold Aspirin Tablets
An ad claims Aspirin Tablets provide rapid cold relief. It notes the Bayer trademark and cross on each tablet, with instant dissolution and minimal irritation for gargling. Available in boxes of 12 tablets or bottles of 24 or 100 at drug stores.
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Bayer Company, Limited
Bayer
Nations brace for new conflict as Europe rearm
A Brockville Recorder and Times report notes France completes a 15 mile fortification wall along the German frontier, Belgium strengthens eastern defenses, Austria seeks army expansion and universal military training, while Hitler’s menacing stance alarmed observers who recalled the 1914 18 war days.
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Europe
France
Hitler
Belgium
Austria
St. Germain
Helen E Kimball's Recipes New Cake Frostings
A guide by the Director Food Service Department of the Borden Company Toronto presents new cake frostings. The booklet showcases innovative frosting ideas designed for commercial kitchens and home bakers.
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Food Service Department
Borden Company
Toronto
Recipe for Chocolate Coconut Cake Frosting
Melt the two squares unsweetened chocolate over simmering water. Stir in one can of sweetened condensed milk and water for five minutes until thickened. Fold in half the coconut, spread on cake, then sprinkle remaining coconut on top. Bake ten minutes at 450 degrees F until coconut browns.
Toasted Peanut Frosting For Quick Cake Glaze
Combine sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter in a double boiler and cook over boiling water for five minutes until thickened. Stir in chopped peanuts, spread on cake, and decorate with peanut halves. Bake ten minutes at 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Lemon Crumb Topping From Condensed Milk Mixture
Mix sweetened condensed milk with lemon juice until thickened then fold in zwieback crumbs. Spread over cake top and sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Bake in a hot oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for ten minutes.
Red Blood Cell Count in an Adult Male
An adult male typically contains about five to six million red blood cells in his body. This estimate reflects standard physiological values used in medical education and practice.
Map Depicts All Canada A Moving Panorama
A 100 by 10 foot moving panorama map of Canada painted by Gordon Hammon, Montreal artist, will travel behind a large stage opening. The canvas, used in Chicago’s Century of Progress and now planned for shows in Canada and England, spans from the Atlantic to Victoria, highlighting cities, lakes, rivers, parks, mining areas, and sports facilities with color to show relative positions.
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Dominion of Canada
Gordon Hammon
Montreal
Canada
Chicago
England
Atlantic Ocean
Victoria
Pacific
Simply Worn Out Women Find Relief with Pinkham Compound
A vintage health ad touts Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to revive tired women overwhelmed by housework. It claims tonic action renews strength and makes daily tasks easier with 98 of 100 women reporting benefits after use. Buy a bottle today and watch the results.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
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Footpax Company
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