Great Lakes To Vanish Into River System In 37000 Years
Professor James B. Mackinane of St Louis University predicts lakes Erie and Michigan will drain through the St Lawrence River into the Atlantic Ocean. The 20 mile Buffalo to Niagara Falls strip will erode, reshaping a long term pattern that will alter Chicago River and Maumee watercourses.
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Lake Erie
St. Lawrence
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
St Lawrence Iver
Atlantic Ocean
Lakes Erie
Michigan
James B. Mackinane
St. Louis University
Great Lakes
Lakes
Chicago Tiver
Maumee
Freezone promises painless corn removal by fingertip use
A Cincinnati authority reports that corns and calluses can be lifted out with the fingers by applying a few drops of Freezone. The ether compound dries on contact, causes no pain or infection, and costs a small amount for a quarter ounce at drugstores. The notice comments on high heels and fashion, and ends with a remark about attractive women.
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Cincinnati
Farm Superstitions Are Valuable
The USDA experts study farm superstitions as scientific data. They say old sayings reflect keen observations and indicate the best times for farm tasks better than instruments. Pioneers recorded these signs, soon to be named phonology, the science of phenomena.
Rich red blood cures indigestion claims
An advertisement asserts thin blood causes stomach trouble and indigestion and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a direct blood enhancer. It cites a Toronto man’s testimonial about regained appetite and energy after use, urging purchase by mail or from dealers.
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J. J. Murray
Regent Street
Toronto
Dr. Willigars
Jana Fiere
Dr. Williams
Dr. Wise
Kitus’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Goitre and Neuralgia Cured by Patent Liniment Claims
Advertising claims report cures for goitre and facial neuralgia using MINARD'S LINIMENT and Mrs W A Johnson products. Mentions Bayard McMulen of Chatham and J H Bailey of Parkdale Ontario as users. No verifiable medical proof provided.
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Minard
Bayard McEmulen
Chatham, Cint
W. A. Johnson
Walsh
Gut
Parkdale
Ont
J. H. Bailey
France Invents Electrically Propelled Baby Airplane
French engineer Archer patenting a two passenger electric aircraft named Baby Machine. Speed reaches 155 mph and aims to revolutionize city communication. Archer also authored the army's Baby Cannon.
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France
Archer
Raising Princess Sophia Wreck Delayed Until Spring
J S Byron reports the Princess Sophia wreck recovery will not start before next spring. Equipment gathered for the operation will be sheltered at Bridge's Cove near Vanderbilt Reef until May due to bad weather and extreme cold.
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Alaskan
J. S. Byron
Juneau
Bridge’s Cove
Vanderbilt Reef
Europe Faces Darkest Winter as War Devastates Cities
Report from Vienna quotes Burgomaster Reumann describing a city of mendicants with scarce meat milk eggs and clothing. Hospitals close and death rates rise as Poland and other regions suffer from ruined industry and broken transport. The piece argues for coordinated government action to avert famine and cold across war-torn Europe.
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Burgomaster Reumann
Vienna
Budapest
Warsaw
Petrograd
Herr Reumann
Ludendorff
Poland
Senate
Europe
New York World
Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy Promoted as Health Breakthrough
An advertisement touts Dr K D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as the true cure for asthmatic drain on health. It claims a long, documented record of success and widespread sale.
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K. D. Kellogg
Great Britain Still Leads World's Shipyards in Tonnage
A Lloyd's report notes Great Britain constructs about half of the world’s wartime ship tonnage, sustaining its position as the top shipbuilder. It credits government backing and a surge in shipbuilding in the United States and Japan but warns rivals need strong support to challenge Britain.
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Lloyd's
Great Britain
United States
Japan
Miller's Worm Powders Promoted as Child Health Remedy
An advertisement extols Miller's Worm Powders as an effective cure for intestinal parasites in children. It claims the product will purge worms from the body, restore health, and ease inflamed surfaces, presenting it as a reliable and excellent remedy.
Alberta to Europe horse meat trial shipment announced
H B Arkell Dominion Livestock Commissioner says a trial shipment from Southern Alberta to Europe will be killed boned and canned by a private meat packing firm. The experiment aims to gauge viability of a permanent Alberta to Europe horse meat trade.
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Alberta
Europe
H. B. Arkell
Dominion
Western Livestock Association
Victoria
British Columbia
Arkell
Saskatchewan farmers plan Chicago exhibit trip this month
Saskatchewan farmers prepare to send representatives to the International Hay and Grain Show in Chicago. They aim to repeat the September success at the International Soil Products Exposition where they won first prize sweepstakes for wheat and oats and earned several other prizes for grains grasses and vegetables.
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Saskatchewan
Chicago
Milburn Heart and Nerve Pills Backed by Ontario Writer
Miss Eva P Yatemian of Krugersdorf Ontario shares a testimonial praising Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills. After years of fainting spells and heart troubles she says two boxes improved her condition and about ten boxes nearly cured her. She urges others with heart problems to try the remedy. The pills cost 50 cents a box or are mailed by The J Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
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Eva P. Yatemian
Krugersdorf
Ont
Milburn
Canadian Watch Making School Opens in Montreal
The first watch making school in Canada opens in Montreal to train returned soldiers. Each graduate is promised immediate employment due to a shortage of watchmakers in the Dominion. Minard's Liniment Cures Garget in Cows. Almost every man has the mistaken idea that he is essential to the workings of the universe.
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Canada
Montreal
Dominion
Double Beauty Of Your Hair With Danderine
An advertisement promises instant transformation of plain hair using a small bottle of Danderine from drugstore shelves. It claims the tonic adds life and gloss, cleanses dust and oil, freshens the scalp, and helps hair grow long and strong.
Kaiser Trial of Former Emperor William Nears London Opening
The Mail reports Britain expects William of Germany to face trial in London early next year. Arrangements are being completed and after peace treaty ratification a united request for his surrender will be sent to Holland. The paper says there is no doubt the request will be complied with.
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London
William
Germany
Holland
North American Reindeer Company Receives Northern Grazing Concession
The North American Reindeer Company, capitalized at 750000 dollars, gains a concession of 78 80 square miles north of the Churchill River to graze caribou and reindeer. Government charges four cents per acre, totaling 192000 dollars annually. Project to begin in spring with caribou herd gathering. Pas named as headquarters.
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North American Reindeer Company
Churchill River
Pas
Pure-blooded Africans and Sneeze Myth Stated
A historical claim asserts that Africans and their descendants never sneeze if they are pure-blooded, regardless of residence. The statement reflects outdated racial pseudoscience and should be read as an artifact of its era.
Syrup of Figs Adverts and Curious Ephemera
Excerpted notes mix old consumer advice with odd trivia. An ad touts California Syrup of Figs as the best laxative for children, promising a fruity taste and full bottle directions. It pivots to mentions of Greenland flowers, Smith Sound Eskimos, and a few historical language curiosities.
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California
Greenland
Smith Sound Eskimos
Goat Industry Prospects Surface in Saskatchewan
Prospects for goats may gain importance in Saskatchewan as inquiries rise. Livestock commissioner J. G. Robertson notes many information requests from potential buyers and the department weighs adding a goat expert to staff. In other items, Parmejee's Vegetable Pills are advertised as a mild vegetable remedy for digestive issues.
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Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture
J. G. Robertson
Minards Liniment Claim and Late-Night Noise Quip
A humorous item notes that Minards Liniment cures distemper and adds a quip about a man making loud noise returning home around 2 a.m. The lighthearted column blends product touting with a social aside about late night bustle.
How to Stay Fit and Fight Fatigue for Busy Adults
An advertising piece urges middle aged and tired workers to adopt the army setting up exercises and daily routines. It promotes hot water on waking, occasional laxatives, diuresis, and Anuric tablets as a remedy for uric acid with a trial package offered for 10 cents.
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Pierce
Strauss
Dr. Pierce
Invalids
Buffalo
N. Y
Lithia
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Stabia
Corns
Dr. Chase
Edmaneeos
Bates & Co, Ltd
Toranta
He Beas
Perfects
Baby
Double Beauty
Tanderine
Kongoland
N. U
Excelsior
THE
Excelsior Life Insurance CO
Winnipeg
Saskamion
Edmonton
Vancouver
Reindeer Company
Far North
Union Dk
Taga N. Silver
Woot
Lesporweniep
Jose
Prica
Willeurm
Wood Editing CO
Tororto
H. Clay Glover
America
West List Street
New York
U.S.A
Parmejee
Lee Herbert Smith
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