Immigrant craftsman’s tale shapes Canadian citizenship
A Saskatchewan hotel owner Kasper Haberlach, immigrant from Europe, connects craft, thrift, and education to Canadian assimilation. The piece argues immigration strengthens Canada by adding beauty, skill, and values, and envisions a model citizenship rooted in industry, art, and family education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arm River
Saskatchewan
Prairie
Kasper Daberlach
Kasper Babernach
Canada
Kasper Haberlach
Inogue
Canada Progress Report from Hon James Malcolm
Hon James Malcolm, minister of trade and commerce in the federal cabinet, reports from England that Canada's economy shows steady improvement with high national well being. He notes sound prosperity, solid bank credit, and a phenomenal rise in construction without speculative booms, emphasizing balanced growth since 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
James Malcolm
England
Dominion
Commonwealth
Doctor prescribes rest and change for Paul
Paul explains the doctor advised rest and change but did not specify how to obtain the change. The text notes corns cause pain in walking and promises relief from Helloway's Corn Remover to all readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Paula
Helloway
Egg Misconception Sparks Duck Laid Mystery
A humor note shows an unobservant customer asking about eggs containing chickens. The dealer replies the eggs were laid by a duck, turning the doubt into a witty explanation and a light moment in daily life.
New Serum for Burns Showcased by Surgeons
Dr Stephen R. Monteith of Nyack and Dr John J. White of New York described a burn treatment using normal horse serum derived from horses. The serum is sprayed onto burned skin with an atomizer and critics claim rapid healing without scars or discoloration, presented before the Police and Fire Surgeons convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Association of Police and Fire Surgeons
Medical Directors of Civil Service Commission
Stephen R. Monteith
Nyack
N.Y
John J. White
New York
Pink Pills for Pale Girls Promote Health in Growth
An article urges mothers to address anaemia in growing girls with Dr Williams Pink Pills. It cites Miss Claire Sullivan of Pincher Creek Alta who recovered after using the tonic, noting improved strength, appetite, and energy. Pills available from druggists or by mail for 50 cents from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Claire Sullivan
Pincher Creek
Alta
Miss Sullivan
City noise experiment at Colgate raises nervous rats
Colgate University researchers compare city versus country rats to study noise effects on health and behavior. City rats in a tuned room show nervousness and reduced appetite after eight months, while country rats in a soundproof space remain calmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colgate University
Hamilton
N.Y
Donald Laird
University
Laird
Giant 18 inch naval guns arrive at Singapore base
Three experimental 18 inch guns weighing 150 tons each and firing 3333 pound projectiles arrive from England for Singapore's naval base defense. The weapons were built for war use in bombardments but the war ended before deployment. The report notes earlier use on naval units and positions the guns as unique.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singapore
England
Manitoba Hydro extends power to rural Manitoba towns and farms
Hon. Donald G. McKenzie outlined an extensive hydro development plan to bring electrical power to almost every town and farm in Manitoba. The government will seek legislation to pay half the capital cost of transmission lines including to Brandon, to all towns, and to all farms, with a seven year target for nationwide line construction and very low rural rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Donald G. McKenzie
Mines and Natural Resources
Virden
McKenzie
United Farmers of Manitoba
Brandon
Mr. McKenzie
Manitoba Sanatorium Seals Aid TB Work in Ninette
The Manitoba Sanatorium at Ninette launches its Christmas Seals sale to finance TB work including continued screening of contacts and care for sick children. Seals at 1.00 per sheet of 100 support portable X ray care, missionary journeys, and preventive sanatorium services for children in Manitoba. Dr. David A. Stewart is medical superintendent. Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil is advertised as a valued remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Ninette
Man
David A. Stewart
Thomas
Shorter Names Idea To Save Time Paris Society Proposes
The Society for the Saving of Time in Paris wants Parliament to limit family names to five letters and given names to two. They argue shorter names would save millions yearly in typing salaries and equipment wear. They name Jo Ed Al Lu Jr as equivalents to Joseph Edward Albert Lucien and Jack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph
Edward
Albert
Lucien
Jack
Mink shipment to France nets $7500 in Port Arthur
Fe Swain of Larsen station on the Sioux Lookout branch delivered nine live mink to the Port Arthur express office for transport to France. He sold the animals f o b Port Arthur and drew $7,500 on delivery for the 90 mink, to stock a fur farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. Swain
Larsen
Sioux Lookout
Canadian National Railway
Port Arthur
Express
France
Science yields longer lives and a car that speeds sixty miles
Science has extended life expectancy while also producing the motor car capable of reaching 60 miles per hour. The juxtaposition underscores advances in health and transportation shaping modern society.
Port Elgin Residents Seek Aid After Health Troubles
A fragment from Lia Taylor of Port Elgin New Brunswick describes three months of nervous weakness and fatigue while a friend notes other concerns. The incomplete text hints at a local health or support matter from Port Elgin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Elgin
N. B
Ark
Lia ‘Aylor
Port Elgin, N. B
Coal Hole Incident Threatens Legal Action at Firm
A boy bursts into the manager’s office to announce a man fell through the coal hole. The boss orders a lid closed while he fetches a policeman and contemplates charging the man with coal theft if damages follow. Irish Priest urges forgiveness toward Casey as O’Leary suggests patience and prayer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casey
O'Leary
Beautifying Station Grounds Prize Winners Across Rail Districts
Interest in station gardens along the Canadian Pacific Railway grew this year with a larger prize list and strong results. G A B Krook, chief horticulturist, led judging across four districts, awarding general prizes for best kept gardens and various classifications including old and new visible gardens. Manitoba District winner W A Hooper Minnedosa. Saskatchewan District winner Chas W Chapin Strasbourg. Alberta District winner D Skarum Carstairs. British Columbia District winner T W Bundy Erickson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. B. Krook
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
British Columbia
W. A. Hooper
Minnedosa
Chas. W. Chapin
Strasbourg
Kellogg Asthma Remedy Promises Relief and Prevention
Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy offers prompt relief from suffocating asthma and claims to guard the future. The remedy involves systematic inhaling of its smoke or fumes to prevent re attacks and often achieve a permanent cure.
Balloonists who crossed the Channel and a cryptic remark
Blanchard and Dr. T. E. James were the first to cross the English Channel by balloon, with Colonel Fred Burnaby following as the second a century later in 1882. A humorous exchange asks, So your wife has left you yes about four days ago. What did she say when she went Is my hat on straight.
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Hon
Minard’s
Comfederation Life Gidg
Wienipes
Minard
Scott
Cott & Bown
Sai
Naval
Manitoba Hydro
Sanatorium
Paris Society
The
Society For the Saving of
Lydia E. Pinkham
BAYER
Canada Pacific Railway
English Channel
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