Canada Seeks European Revival to Stabilize North American Trade
The piece argues that North America cannot stay aloof from Europe’s fate and outlines how Europe’s postwar downturn depresses U S and Canadian economies. It notes world economic interdependence, warns against tariffs, and says a European revival would boost demand for raw materials and finished goods, expanding markets for both regions.
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Canada
United States
Europe
North America
League of Nations
America
Missouri Bankers Association
Liverpool
Chicago
Liverpo
New York
German Ruhr Coal Output Drops in June
Ruhr district coal production for June fell to 6,000? tons from May’s 7,951? tons and June 1913 levels. Average daily output slid from 310,544 last May to 298,936 in June due to fewer working days, with about a 12.8 percent drop from May and a 235,860 ton decline since March.
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Ruhr
Germany
Nerviline Promises Quick Relief for Cramps and Ailments
When cramps strike or sudden pains hit, Nerviline offers rapid relief. A 35 cent bottle is marketed as effective against cramps stomach gas diarrhoea neuraglia cold chest sore throat and related ills. Available at all stores selling medicines.
Hidden Aluminum Surfaces From Historical Curiosity to World Metal
Aluminum, once a rare curiosity, has transformed into one of the earths most abundant metals over the past quarter century. Its rapid adoption reshaped industry and production scales worldwide.
Dr Williams Pink Pills promote year round health
Many people suffer periodic weakness from worry nervous strain or female complaints. Dr Williams Pink Pills claim to restore red blood strengthen nerves and revive energy. Mrs Lawrence Brown of Walton Nova Scotia testifies to improved health after using the pills and urges keeping them at home. Available from medicine dealers or by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont 50 cents a box six for 2 50.
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Dr. Williams
Canada
Lawrence Brown
Walton, N.S
Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Aerial Race Planned Around World Edge Next Spring
Col L E Broome, British aviator, plans a pioneering flight from London to Japan via France and the Near East. A syndicate of wealthy aviators hopes for a race with three or more machines, with possible Air Ministry and manufacturers’ involvement.
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L. E. Broome
Canada
Japan
Col. Broome
Air Ministry
Minard's Peat Plant Sparks Commercial Use Hype
After a tour of Alfred Ontario peat plant, Honorable Charles Stewart minister of mines says peat is rapidly becoming a commercial fuel. Tests show 1.8 tons of peat equal a ton of anthracite and it suits fall spring heating and kitchen fires. Canada has about 37 000 square miles of peat, with Manitoba Ontario Quebec and New Brunswick holding 12 000 square miles. Mines Branch estimates seven bogs near Toronto could yield 26 million tons and seven near Montreal Ottawa could yield 23 million tons.
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Alfred
Ontario
Charles Stewart
Stewart
Canada
Manitoba
Quebec
New Brunswick
Mines Branch Department
Toronto
Montreal
Ottawa
Widow Seeks Practical Match Quietly After Loss
A columnist notes widows may remarry more readily, seeking companionship over perfection. The observation explores expectations in late life romance and casting aside idealized standards.
Editor and Proprietor of the Star Wainwright Alberta
The longtime Western Canadian editor and proprietor has centered his career in Saskatchewan and Alberta. He served as immediate past president of the Alberta Press Association and played a key role at the Vernon BC convention with BC and Yukon peers. The joint meeting was highly successful. the 1923 convention will be in Jasper Alberta.
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the Star
Wainwright
Alberta
Canada
Saskatchewan
Huntingford
Alberta Press Association
B.C. and
Yukon Press Association
Vernon
Jasper
Whales Found Buried on Peterborough Farm
On a farm near Peterborough England farm hands digging celery uncovered two whale skeletons buried side by side in peat and clay. They are believed to be 10 000 to 12 000 years old with one theory suggesting whales swam inland up a creek during a spring tide. A second far fetched idea notes a prehistoric boat once found in the same field implying a hunting party.
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Peterborough
England
Costly Frame Encloses The Virgin and Child in Milan
The Milan Cathedral houses a hammered gold frame eight by six feet that surrounds The Virgin and Child. It features lapis lazuli moulding and pearl studded corners with precious stones. Valued at upwards of £520,000, it is hailed as the finest frame in the world.
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Milan
Automatic Lighthouse Daylight Works Off Swansea Coast
An automatic daylight lighthouse on the Swansea coast lights its lamp at dusk and fades it with night or dawn, driven by chemical action.
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Swansea
Mrs. Margaret Winton Credits Tanlac for Health Return
Calgary resident Mrs. Margaret Winton says her long worsening appetite and digestion improved after taking Tanlac. She describes severe stomach pains, bloating, weakness, and insomnia before, and credits Tanlac with a restored appetite, digestion, energy, and strength. Tanlac is sold by druggists.
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Margaret Winton
Tenth Ave. West
Calgary
Alberta
Tanjac
Taniac
Agricultural grads favor professions over farming
The Hamilton Spectator notes a small percentage of agricultural college graduates enter farming while the majority join professional classes. It argues for more practical work wear and fewer white collar roles to bolster farming careers.
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Hamilton Spectator
California Fig Syrup Ad Promotes Child Relief
An old newspaper notice markets California Fig Syrup as a remedy for children’s discomfort. The ad highlights gentle action and quick relief, urging parents to trust the product for upset stomachs and regular bowel movements.
California Fig Syrup Ad for Baby Health
An advertisement promotes California Fig Syrup as a gentle bowel cleanser for sick or constipated children. It claims a teaspoonful can prevent illness tomorrow and urges mothers to ask their druggist for the genuine product with printed directions for all ages.
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California
Oldest Alcoholic Beverage: Japanese Rice Wine
The text notes that alongside grape wine, Japanese rice wine is considered the oldest alcoholic beverage, with use in Japan dating back over 2,000 years. It emphasizes its ancient origins and long cultural presence.
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Japan
Beware of the Man Who Demands His Word of Honor
A pithy saying cautions against trusting claims of honesty from different types of men. It warns that a true honest person offers no such boast, while a rascal’s assurances are meaningless.
Forms of Sugar and Their Varieties
Several forms of sugar exist including cane sugar, maple sugar, beet sugar, glucose or dextrose, and the sugars in vegetables, fruits, and honey. Lactage or milk sugar occurs in cow's milk and plays a role in nutrition though not a major commercial staple.
It Has Many Qualities Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil
An advertisement extols Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a broad remedy that relieves coughs and colds, prevents sore throats, reduces sprain swelling, heals persistent sores, and treats cuts and contusions, promising to be a medicine chest in itself.
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Dr. Thomas
Yself
Loneliness as Tragic Absurdity Across Settings
A quote from the London Daily Express laments loneliness as a cancer of the soul. It contrasts mid ocean and mountain solitude with the loneliness found amid crowds, calling it a dreadful tragedy of humanity.
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Mid-Ocean
London Daily Express
If You Go First You’ll Wait On The Other Shore
A wife asks her husband to go first across the river to the other shore. He sighs that in every journey he ends up waiting for her. The exchange captures a playful dynamic and hints at shared patience in their relationship.
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Bayer
Domaine
Bayer Company
Scott
Civilized World
Minard
Holloway
W. J. Huntingford
Ostum Beverage
Neraria
Canadian Postum Cereal Co., Ltd
Front Street
Windsor
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