Bring Down Production Costs in Western Agriculture
The article argues price gains for wheat benefit Western farmers only if production and marketing costs fall. It cites Wheat Pools in three prairie provinces, Crow's Nest Pass freight-rate reductions, and ongoing railway wage pressures as key levers. It urges farmers to improve farm management, machinery care, and weed control to lower costs and sustain prosperity.
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Prairie Provinces
Railway Commission For Adjustment
McAdoo
United States
Canada
Port Arthur Grains Facility Claims World Lead
With the Reliance elevator starting October 1, Port Arthur adds to its line of grain plants on the south shore and claims the Canadian Head of the Lake ports now lead the world in storage capacity. Fort William may have more plants but Port Arthur surpasses it in aggregate capacity.
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Lead World
Reliance
Port Arthur
Fort William
Raymond farmer threshes 80 acre field at 40 bu per acre
Clarence Elder of Raymond completed threshing on an 80 acre field yielding 40 bushels per acre. A portion sold at the elevator nets $1.21 per bushel, about $48.40 per acre for the year. This first threshing of an average field signals Raymond district production potential.
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Clarence Elder
Raymond
Flying costs and hitching posts cited by aviation critics
The San Francisco Bulletin argues that aviation drains national finances with figures like 2 560 000 a month and 156 000 for a mooring mast. It estimates a globe circling journey could total about 5 096 000 and doubts a full accounting will ever exist. It concludes flying came and goes, and calls for reallocating funds though too late to change course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco Bulletin
The Growing Girl and Signs of Anaemia
Early teens marked by peevishness pallor breathlessness and headaches signal anaemia. Mothers should start treatment at first symptom. Dr Williams Pink Pills claimed to enrich blood and restore health to girls, available 50 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams
Saskatchewan Co operatives Complete Reorganization
Saskatchewan Co operative Creameries announces a full re organization with Percy E. Reed appointed Production Superintendent. J A Gregory becomes president and A P McLean general manager, aiming to raise efficiency, cut labor costs, boost cream production, and expand poultry marketing at cold storage sites including Saskatoon and Regina.
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Percy E. Reed
Saskatchewan Cooperative Creameries, Ltd
Saskatchewan
J. A. Gregory
North Battleford
A. P. McLean
Department of Agriculture
Saskatoon
Regina
Creamery
Saskatoon Star
Alberta seed grain programs expect 75000 bushels this season
The Alberta Government cleaning and marketing plant anticipates handling more than 75 000 bushels this season driven by the success of past Chicago International exhibitions. Marquis and Ruby wheat and Banner and Victory oats will form the main crop mix for commercial seed production.
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Alberta
Chicago International
Marquis
Ruby
Banner
Victory Oats
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Advertises Health
A vintage advertisement urges Mothers to protect children by using Mother Graves Worm Exterminator. It promises healthier, sound children by removing worms and avoiding illnesses caused by parasites.
Global Rice Crop Weighs About 190 Million Pounds
The yearly global rice harvest totals around 190 million pounds, indicating substantial production levels for the staple grain across major rice growing regions. This figure reflects aggregate output from diverse farming areas and markets worldwide.
Minard's Liniment for Aches and Pains
W N U 154 reports a local notice for Minard's Liniment marketed as relief for aches and pains. The item highlights its availability and claimed effectiveness while noting distribution through regional outlets.
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Minard
Outstanding Contribution at Confer ence Of British Nations
The Wembley summer conference of British nations focused on applying rural co operation to strengthen rural life and food production. Premier Dunning of Saskatchewan shaped the talks with practical, pointed cases on cooperative farming and state aid for self help. The Irish Statesman notes a global push toward an economic democracy based on food production and the farm’s central role.
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Wembley
Irish Statesman
Ireland
Irish Review
Dunning
Saskatchewan
Mr. Dunning
Noel Buxton
Francis Acland
G. W. Klerick
Habit forming and the value of routines
The piece explains habit as turning tasks over to the subconscious mind, noting routines like sleep meals and punctuality become automatic. It discusses money making as a habit and the importance of being on time as a good habit.
Moon influence myth shocks Calgary readers
The Calgary Albertan notes criticism of scientists who claim the equinox storms are just a myth and that weather is unaffected by the moon. The remark mocks researchers and warns that science removes interest from life.
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Calgary
Eskimos in Nome Pioneer King Island Traders
Since Nome memories recall a yearly King Island visit by natives from King Island who travel about 100 miles by walrus hide boats to Nome each July. They bring ivory and carve crib boards gavels forks knives spoons umbrella handles and more with profits funding next winter’s supplies. They host athletic contests and provide music performances, benefiting the local economy.
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Nome
King Island
Man Seeks Relief from Asthma Through Kelloge Remedy
A man tormented by asthma longs for relief and renewal of attacks. He is urged to use Dr. J D Kelloge's Asthma Remedy and promised complete relief if used faithfully, turning the condition into a thing of the past.
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J. D. Kelloge
Life Span Lengthened by Twenty Years in Century
Dr Eugene Lyman Fisk, Life Extension Institute, Atlantic City, says average life has increased twenty years in the past century and will gain twenty more in the next. Ill health and deaths waste $300,000,000 yearly. He estimates the value of life at $5,000 for an adult, $180 for a baby, and notes a 35 year old is a semi invalid versus a 21 year old youth.
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Eugene Lyman Fisk
Life Extension Institute
Atlantic City
Fiske
Beekeeper in Alberta Raises Honey Output Across Apiaries
George Reidel in his first year as a beekeeper in Southern Alberta reports producing over 40,000 pounds of honey. He started an apiary in the Coldale irrigated district and expanded to six apiaries with 390 bee colonies, praising Southern Alberta as one of the world’s finest bee districts. Minard's Liniment for Dandruff.
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George Reidel
Alberta
Mr. Reidel
Coldale
Reidel
Minard
Alberta Creamery Butter Production Seen Rising
Alberta creamery butter output is forecast to rise about 25 percent this year over 1923. Last season’s production reached 17,750,000 pounds, with an expected 22,000,000 pounds this year reflecting the anticipated increase.
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Alberta
German emigrants to Canada by occupation rise in early year
Last year 1 585 Germans moved to Canada with 794 listed as agriculturists. In the first two months of this year 524 emigrants arrived, of whom 249 were expected to engage in farming.
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Canada
Earthquakes Hit Southwestern Iceland Amid Volcanic Disturbances
Severe quakes and volcanic activity torment southwestern Iceland for days. Villages near Klysivik endure heavy damage as tremors topple farm buildings and lava crevices spew sulphur fumes. Residents sleep outdoors, while fear grows Kekla may awaken again. A pall of smoke hangs over Krysivik.
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Iceland
Klysivik
Kekla
Indians Receive Treaty Money in Grande Prairie Celebration
Indian Agent at Grouard with an RCMP escort handed out government gratuity payments to the Grande Prairie natives and Beaver nation at Lake Saskatoon and Sturgeon Lake. The usual celebration followed with one dollar bills spent on edibles, ribbons, shawls, and tobacco among the community.
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Grande Prairie Country
Grouard
R.C.M.P
Lake Saskatoon
Do Not Let Worms Weaken Child Health
Mothers should watch for signs of worm infestation in infants and use Miller's Worm Powders. The product is advertised as acting quickly to expel worms from the system with no inconvenience to the child.
Western Canada business improves with grain boom
West Press dispatch reports improved business conditions across Western Canada as grain movement rises and prices advance. Demand for livestock and farm products fuels optimism on the prairies, with retail activity expected to exceed normal as the peak grain movement approaches. Clothing boots and shoes furniture and lumber show active retail demand and potential price increases.
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Canada
Temperance groups in Japan draw large memberships
Despite Japan not being a famously wet country, the islands host 236 temperance associations with a combined membership of 117,982, showing substantial organized efforts in promoting abstinence.
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Japan
Islands
Financing as Manipulation: A Financier’s Charade
A financier is often merely a man who entices others to amass a fortune for him, implying leadership in persuading others to concentrate wealth under his control. The remark casts doubt on wealth accumulation and leadership dynamics, highlighting manipulation over ingenuity.
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Fletcher
Physicians
Saskatchewan Co-operative Creameries
W. N. U. 154
Beecham’s
Eskimos
Alberta Creamery
Chere Co
Meatreal
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