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Newspaper
Pas Herald
Location
The Pas, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 15, 1914
Page
3
A Bromptonville resident, Mr J Seward, reports a severe cold settled in his lungs with chest pain and a hacking cough. After using Na-Dru-Co Syrup of Linseed Licorice and Chlorodyne, he recovered quickly and slept well, praising the cure. The ad promotes Na-Dru-Co Syrup in 2c and 60c bottles.
A government official in Japan enforces book censorship by prosecuting offending authors and banning sales. The author of The Great City was brought to court for a realistic Tokyo life portrayal. Even Moliere has works banned for perceived family disrespect themes.
In a remote farming district a rich farmer faced murder fears and, after protracted persuasion by friends, agreed to deposit his money with a bank. When he asked about fees the manager offered to pay him instead, prompting the remark you ras cals and the farmer to depart with his funds.
A busybody circulates a petition to abolish an unnamed entity. The aspiring author signs eagerly, hoping his name will appear in print at the next meeting and in all the papers. The author admits ignorance of the petition’s exact cause.
A poem contrasts ancient female warriors with a modern maid who contemplates battle readiness and cosmetic prep before facing conflict. It reflects on gender roles and the appeal of courage in wartime, blending historical and contemporary imagery.
Advertisement claims Parmelee's Vegetable Pills cure low mood and melancholy by restoring stomach action and liver function. It asserts the pills have helped thousands and will relieve the suffering for those who use them.
A small shopkeeper leaves to fetch change while his son keeps watch on a lone customer. The boy proudly reports to his father that the customer did not steal anything, declaring I watched him. The scene captures innocent trust in a quiet early morning.
The article notes beliefs that a tiger's whiskers are a deadly poison when finely chopped and added to food to cause death. It also describes the fear of the evil eye in India and how parents avert it by hanging tiger claws around children's necks.
A satirical note remarks that wearing rings or watches on the fingers suits Washington society women who do not regularly wash dishes after suppers.
The event drew turnout despite rain and limited gowns. Observers noted the day favored practicality over style as competitors completed the show under damp conditions.
A new stage production in New York challenges authorities as officials push to halt performances. Creative team and cast struggle to secure permits while public interest rises amid ongoing scrutiny.
A traveler recounts meeting a companion near a Swiss lake who drinks water and fears imminent death. The friend discovers the guidebook phrase L eau du lac est bien poisson euse meaning the water abounds in fish, saving the dying man from a misread translation.
A narrator describes cautious social routines and personal habits about conversation, introductions, honesty, and hotel etiquette in a series of ironic reflections. The piece mentions the Palmer House and general social expectations in the North and South.
An article advises avoiding greasy ointments for pimples and blotchy skin. It attributes skin troubles to blood impurities and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure, citing Mrs. Tremble of Gunter Ontario who healed from salt rheum after six to eight weeks of use. Pills sold by druggists or mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
The piece argues eggs are useful and digestible but not indispensable. It notes the 700,000 House Wives' League members led a 30 cent egg war sparked by belief eggs are essential. It explains rising prices and easier prep for breakfast as drivers of demand.
A light exchange between a patient and a doctor reveals a misinterpretation of medical advice and a playful jab at fashion. The patient mentions catching colds on multiple days, while the doctor scribbles a long line of hieroglyphics and hints at an upcoming illness linked to a V neck and skinny shirts.
Princess Alexandra's trousseau includes thirty eight hats. If Prince Arthur assumes he need not buy hats for a year or two, his bank balance faces an unexpected jolt.
A Chicago judge renders a verdict in favor of a claimant but the result is effectively a loss. The decision changes little, with lawyers likely to reach the same outcome.
Philadelphia district attorney states no law exists to ban women from smoking. The remark suggests little legal barrier against female smoking and questions the effect on feminine smokers' behavior.
The article discusses how modern families require children to develop patience to coexist with parents. It explores daily challenges, communication strategies, and the role of mutual respect in strengthening family bonds.
A historic note discusses housemaid's knees, once common, now rare as physicians and medical attention wane. It highlights how lack of care and changing work patterns contribute to the decline of this occupational ailment.
A well known Parisian ant on holiday in Norma buys an old farm carving bearing a date inscribed as 1081. The farmer later reveals the bar was upside down and shows 1801. The buyer protests but keeps the item, highlighting gaps in antiquarian knowledge.
The piece argues that civilization is interpreted differently across eras and places. It notes scientific achievement education and wealth favor Britain France and Germany, but after weighing all factors including wealth Norway stands out as the most civilized country with a system grounded in common sense and justice.
In Segitera temple Ise province Japan a goma burning rite honors Acalanatha the faithful servant of Buddha. Priests of Shin gon ignite a sacred fire to burn desire and offer prayers while farmers seek embers or ashes believed to ensure good autumn crops despite the rite stirring desire.
A traveler notes colonial stereotypes by claiming Montenegrins are primitive and in their plays the villain is a Turk. The speaker further questions the common image of the Turk as a man with a black mustache.
The claim that oyster popularity wanes suggests steps to prove a potential extinction of a single bivalve. Restoring appetite for oysters could revive consumption and industry interest.
The remark foresees strong reaction in Washington if lawmakers are penalized for time not spent on duties. The speaker likens prior complaints to a faint sigh compared with the potential public and political storm.
Actor H F Sothern recalls scribbling notes on calling cards and scraps. He recounts calling on Grover Cleveland, where Mrs. Cleveland smiled and suggested the card be kept, noting on the back socks pajamas one dozen collars.
A friend arrives to spend the day with the hostess and her little daughter notes the mother had hoped the visit would end the earlier tension. The cheerful reunion unfolds as the visitor is welcomed warmly and the planned afternoon proceeds.
Charles Edward Russell, Socialist candidate for New York mayor, spoke after his loss praising the effort. A humorous anecdote about a traveler chasing a departing train underscores resilient spirits in defeat. The crowd laughed as the traveler admitted he had only made the train puff.
A comic exchange unfolds as a barberly figure asks a patient to lower a rebellious mohawk while preparing to lather. The patient retorts with a quick jab about respect and boundary.
A terse dialogue frames the tension between meeting demands of creditors and avoiding their impact. The exchange highlights the struggle to comply with financial pressures and the sense of inescapable obligation.
A reader’s fragment shows a heated exchange between spouses with accusations of stupidity and claims of kindness versus neglect. The brief text captures tense domestic emotion without additional context or names.
P. P. Quinn praises Nerviline for rapid swelling and pain relief after a fall. He urges households to keep Nerviline on hand for accidents and emergencies, noting sizes 50c and 26c at Calers stores and The Cat arrhozone Co. Kingston Ont.
Charles Eliott Warren of Lincoln National Bank in New York shares guidance for youths starting their careers. He urges aiming for top positions, relentless application, punctuality that outpaces rivals, focus on specialization, and avoiding distractions as keys to higher earnings and faster advancement.
A father and his college student son discuss athletic prowess. The son boasts of being among the best all around athletes and claims he can clear a four-rail fence, while the father retorts with a practical challenge to clear a ten-acre weed-filled lot the next day.
A lecturer laments a lack of courage in his generation while a dialogue with an audience member shifts to a humorous if odd question about a car bunecle on the neck. The discussion centers on resilience and personal challenge.
When a splinter lodges under a fingernail a cold water bandage around the finger helps draw out the splinter and prevents festering by keeping the area wet and cool.
A report notes wind forces are not strong enough to encourage windmill use in over five sixths of India. Officials emphasize low wind potential limits for wind energy adoption and investment in the sector.
The statement attributes most conflict to the split between men and women. It claims half the population are men and half are women, presenting a gender balance as the root cause of disputes.
A brief dialogue fragment concerns critique of a picture. The speaker remarks the work is not far enough in distance, joking that about five miles would improve it, reflecting a candid exchange about artistic perspective.
The dialogue shows Mrs Richquick noting her husband’s sentimentality about his pipe, while the visitor comments on his habit and cleanliness in a disdainful tone. The exchange reveals social attitudes toward smoking manners in a domestic setting.
An ambassador enjoyed special privileges including Mr Page wearing his dress suit at a daytime wedding of a British peer. The event highlighted ceremonial distinctions and formal attire expected for such occasions.
Oklahoma Creek is the father of fifty one children, of whom thirty three are alive. If there are any white fathers who have a better record than that they have not yet been heard from.
A man who paid a fortune for a bogus rare book is mocked as a bibliophile with a rare flaw. Miss Cayenne counters that there are bibliophiles and then bibliophools, a quip about gullible collectors.
A dated lighthearted piece compares husbands to cigars noting they should not be left out too often. It reflects gender norms of marriage where women control social freedoms and decisions.
A dairy study from Ottawa compares seven months of milk and fat output from individual cows on neighboring farms. It shows wide variations in earnings per cow, with one ten year old calved March 12 yielding 2812 pounds milk and 102 fat, and others yielding up to 6420 pounds milk and 228 fat. The report argues against accepting average yields and urges keeping the best producers, noting incomes as low as $28 per cow versus $72 for a higher producer.
The London County Council is compiling a vast map of London 115 square miles, listing each house and owner. Begun fifteen years ago, the project aims to cover over 28 000 estates with 14 000 owner-occupied properties, updating weekly though some land remains unowned.
Lieutenant Roberts earned the Victoria Cross at Khodarunje after a five mile pursuit of mutineers. He witnessed Younghusband fall and intervened to save a sowar under attack. He chased a sepoy with a standard, wrestled it free, and survived a near fatal musket shot while securing the flag.
A narrator describes glow worms using anesthetic effects to paralyze prey before feeding. The scene shifts through snails and damp roadside habitats where lampyris banqueting occurs, noting the worm's precision and familiarity with varied preserves and irrigation ditches.
A fragment describes how a man was called kitten by his mother, a little monkey by neighbors, a calf at college, a beast by enemies, a gay dog among friends, a pupp by girls, a sly fox in business, a wolf in sheep's clothing by competitors, and a perfect don or ass in society, showing shifting social labels over time.
The passage describes a youth who cares little for titles or enrollment but seeks glory in scoring a goal. It notes the boy’s single ambition to kick well rather than pursue academic honors.
England proposes a pause in Dreadnought construction aligned with wartime needs but notes war supply manufacturers resist advancing the plan. The article suggests industrial and strategic constraints shape naval program decisions during the conflict.
An advertisement touts Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a dependable help for asthma sufferers. It urges readers who have tried other remedies without success to obtain a package of the preparation.
The secretary of the treasury orders uniform spelling for Jubile buildings, instructing that the letter V must not be used as U in inscriptions. This policy aims for consistency across all inscriptions and commemorative texts.
The piece notes that rats in America nearly match the population, but are less dangerous than in forests abroad. Professor Elliott estimates 40,009,000 rats in the British Isles, while India’s population is so outnumbered by rats that four rats per person are implied.
Bombita, the Spanish bullfighter, reportedly killed 3000 bulls and earned about 600000 dollars, prompting suspicion he may have retailed the beef.
The question asks which metaphor better fits the radium trust. It contrasts an omnidirectional, sprawling octopus with a small, spreading bacillus to suggest different models of influence or spread.
A renowned Mexican statesman is poised to attempt a nonstop flight record. The endeavor aims to showcase aviation progress and national prestige, with details on route and potential milestones likely to follow.
An advertisement touts Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as a pediatric remedy for constipation and indigestion. It claims the pills are entirely vegetable, do not sicken or weaken, and should be kept in homes to protect children's health.
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