World Happenings Briefly Told
Crown Prince Leopold of Belgium arrived in Stockholm by third class sleeper to arrange for his marriage to Princess Astrid. Canada built houses to be trialed in England and London council tests Canadian horses. Sun Telegram sale talks near closure with Munsey estate buyers including editors. The 3000 family settlement scheme may extend as per Lord Clarendon. Prince of Wales halts invitations until he can catch up. Queen Marie will give no interviews during Canada US visit. George Michel the English Channel swimmer may perform a 20 week music hall stint in Montreal at $500 weekly.
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Leopold
Belgium
Stockholm
Astrid
England
London County Council
New York World
The
Sun and Telegram
Frank O. Munsey
Lord Clarendon
British Overseas Settlement Board
Queen Marie
Canada
United States
Legation
Washington
George Michel
Georges Guillot
Montreal
Music Hall
Michel
Hig
Maitland Photo Studio Notice on Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription
An old Ontario ad recounts a testimonial from a woman who used Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription to improve nervous tension back pain and sleep. The piece notes a Stratford Maitland studio and a bridgeburg Laberenary address for trial packets via a drug store.
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Stratford
Sealy Tozer
Dr’ Pitree’s
Bridgeburg
Warning Precedes Destructive Storm Similar To Past West Indian Hurricanes
The article recalls a 20 year old storm that struck the Plortéa and Gulf coasts, damaging Pensacola and Mobile and nearby towns. It explains how barometer drop signals warning, followed by a calm and then the hurricane’s full force as air rushes in to fill the vacuum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plortéa
Gulf
Pensacola
Mobile
Wiliam J. Carver
New York Evening World
Swellings Disappear Pain Subdues Feature in Remedy Claim
A historical health ad touts a universal remedy claiming swellings shrink and pain eases. The copy highlights rapid relief and broad consumer satisfaction, presenting testimonials and generic medical assurances to persuade readers.
Nerviline Promises Fast Relief for Pains and Ailments
Nerviline is praised for penetrating swelling and stiffness with quick warmth and comfort. The advertisement claims superior pain relief for rheumatic, lumbago, neuralgia, and colds and urges households to keep it handy, priced at 25 cents at all dealers.
New Type of Sailors Replaces the Salt in Ships
Rev. Mr. Cumpston chaplain of the Seamen's Church Institute in New York claims there are no seamen today. He notes 365,000 sailors access the institute yearly, but asserts sailing as a profession has changed with sails passing, and the traditional "salt" is now a relic of history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seamen’s Church Institute
New York
Cumpston
Geero Wormwood Balm Claims Instant Catarrh Relief
An advertisement touts Geero Wormwood Balm as a fast remedy for nasal catarrh and head congestion. It promises easy breathing within minutes, claims antiseptic and anti inflammatory effects, and offers a money back guarantee with a 60 cent box expected to last weeks.
United States Experts Study Canadian Co operation Methods
U S department of agriculture through the division of cooperative marketing sends experts to Canada to study cooperation in handling wheat and live stock. Investigations focus on the western Canada wheat pool to gather data for dissemination among American farmers and farm organizations to foster cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
United States Department of Agriculture
Co-Operative Marketing
Eclipse Moon Surprise Under Chestnut Tree
An astronomer promises his wife a birthday surprise as he reveals a total lunar eclipse at 11.80 tonight. He proclaims his sole love under the chestnut tree while she responds with warmth and humor in this intimate London scene.
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Wiife
Paul
London
Instrument Records Frog Protest Signals Invented by English Scientist
An English scientist develops a highly sensitive instrument that records the messages sent to a frog’s brain when its skin is pinched. The device aims to quantify neural responses and sensory signaling in real time, marking a significant advance in biofeedback research.
Simplicity of Line for School Days Frock Offered
A two tone slip over school dress features a plaid skirt front pocket and Peter Pan collar with long slightly gathered sleeves and a back belt. Pattern No 1310 offers sizes 8 10 12 and 14 years with 25 yards of 32 inch material for size 10. A fashion book demonstrating the styles is priced at 10 cents.
How To Order Patterns Address Winnipeg Newspaper
Pattern orders are available through the Winnipeg Union at 175 McDermot Ave. Winnipeg pattern numbers and order instructions are listed in the newspaper notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Briand Extends Friendship to Germany at Geneva
At Geneva French Foreign Minister Briand offered friendship to Germany before the League of Nations. He suggested dissolving the League would be worth the moment of accord as distrust in Europe begins to thaw. The vow of friendship is presented as a moral advance beyond hatred for the continent.
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League of Nations
Europe
Geneva
Briand
France
Germany
League
Vancouver Sun
Canada relies on agriculture as backbone of economy
The author argues agriculture is the main driver of Canada’s wealth, accounting for 41 percent of net production, with 80 percent of the population depending on farming indirectly. He notes vast farm capital, export power, and linked industries, urging better organization to unlock potential by expanding production beyond one sixth of arable land.
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Canada
Care of Gemstones in Daily Life
Pearls are attacked by acids such as vinegar and other acids wear away the polish quickly. Opals are harmed by heat and hot water can ruin their fire and cause cracking. Turquoise is damaged by soap and moisture. If a turquoise ring is worn while washing hands, the blue stones may quickly turn dingy green.
Children’s Health and Worm Extranat Declared Key Care
A guide urges mothers to protect children by treating intestinal worms. It promotes Mother Graves Worm Externnat as a remedy to keep kids sound and healthy.
Rainy Day Mercy Plant Quotation Sparks Farmer Wryness
Two farmers joke about a rainmaker charging $1,000 for yesterday’s shower. The exchange turns on frugal planning and the idea of saving for future dry spells in a rustic, period voice.
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H'm
British Columbia Apple Production Rises for Season
It is estimated that southern British Columbia will produce 3,217,000 boxes of apples this season, about 700,000 more than last year. Plans are underway for a heavy export business to Great Britain, the Prairies, and Eastern Canada.
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British Columbia
Great Britain
Prairies
Canada
When a Fool Holds His Tongue Proverb
A short saying notes that silence can reduce folly by preventing rash or harmful speech. It stresses restraint as wiser behavior than loud talking and shows practical caution in social interactions.
Well Known Home Builder Restored To Health By Tanlac
Joseph A. Brunet of Montreal says Tanlac rebuilt his strength and appetite after suffering weight loss pain and fatigue. He reports better sleep and energy and recommends Tanlac’s herbal formula for fast relief from constipation liver sluggishness and general malady.
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Taniac
Joseph A. Brunet
Montreal
Boyer Street
Tanlac
Sunday School Lesson on Numbers Faith Over Fear
The lesson focuses on Numbers 13 and 14 with the golden text asserting we are able to overcome challenges. It covers the exploration of Canaan, the faith of Joshua and Caleb, and the resulting Israelite rebellion and divine response, drawing on Psalm 95 for devotional reflection.
Twelve Spies Sent to Canaan and the Wilderness
A passage recounts Moses sending twelve spies from the Wilderness of Paran to Canaan to assess land fertility and inhabitants. It notes the mission aimed to gauge readiness for inheritance and reflects on faith versus hardship, with quotes from Dr. George Matheson and Dr. G Campbell Morgan on perspective in crisis.
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Canaan
Paran
Kadesh-barnea
Promised Land
Moses
Caleb
Israel
George Matheson
G. Campbell Morgan
New Rail Whistle Aims for Quieter City Nights
Eugene Duval, general agent for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad, says locomotives will use a new chime whistle that sounds softer than prior types. Designer E K Silcox calls the tones “soft as the woodwinds of a symphony orchestra,” though the whistle is still audible as far as the old screech.
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Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Eugene Duval
E. K. Silcox
Duval
Dr Thomas Electric Oil Relief Promises Quick Pore Penetration
An advertised remedy claims external application opens pores and relieves local trouble while internal use soothes throat irritation and bronchial coughing. The copy urges readers to try the product and asserts widespread use. It also notes Great Britain's daily tea consumption at over a million pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Man mulls marriage wish and car purchase
A man muses about money to wed and admits he would buy an automobile. A contrasting line notes India’s population being about three times that of the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
United States
Newspaper Space Costs Versus Radio Ad Rates
Advertisers note newspaper space is cheaper than radio. WEAF New York six teen stations charge 4080 for an hour 2250 for half hour and 2040 for ten minutes for indirect ads. WEAF ordinary rate 480 per hour 240 per ten minutes after six o clock 600 per hour. Despite high figures buyers still seek broadcast opportunities with cheques ready. Brantford Expositor.
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WEAF
New York
Brantford
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Toronto, Cam
Prince of Wales
Maitland Photo Studio
Hermcanes
D. C. Wood
Canadian National Railways
Ran Piette Teele
Plessant
Toronte
Appleford
Counter Check Book Company
Limiter Canada
Hamilton
Western Agencies
Pacific Waxed Paper Co
Western Waxed Paper Co
Daviest
Vancouver
McDermott
Winnipes
Hunter Martin & Co
Regina
Ciurine
Murine CO
Chicacoea
Or Ansick
Chamberlain
NOGAR
Saturday Evening Post
Nogar Clothing Co
Liberal Commission
Wellington St
Toronto
ILVER
Summerside
Tavch
Bes
Eieeenen
Chovets Wesbosssts
Ceuawra
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