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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 12, 1920
Page
6
A garbled report outlines vast but undeveloped resources in Saskatchewan including copper, iron, coal and potential minerals. It references northern districts, estimates billions in value, and notes historical Roman shaving rituals amid scattered mentions of places, figures, and events.
Manitoba farmer imports pure bred horses amid notes of stock transfers and shipments. The article references livestock activities and mentions western trade terms and related farm operations.
An old ad touts “Mr. Williams' Pink balls” as a cure for nerves and weak blood. It claims the product builds strength, improves spirits, and aids despondent patients. Sold through medicine dealers or by mail for 05 rents a box or six for 250.
Report describes sawdust bricks formed from tightly compressed sawdust treated with wire and chemicals. The bricks resist high pressure and are proposed as a safer, stronger building material.
An Irish political dispute surfaces as Sinn Fein leadership faces denunciation while officials in Philadelphia and other cities prepare for Eamon de Valera's visit. Local committees and governors engage in welcome plans, signaling broad interest in the event.
Partial OCR text describes atmospheric conditions and measurements around a station. Readable items mention the earth, air, and possible round shapes tied to the sky observations, but details are incomplete.
The piece highlights women supporters rallying around a local activist, with references to community concerns and ongoing efforts to advance women’s work. It notes organizing in the city and mentions a campaign tone aimed at sustaining momentum and public support.
Fragmented OCR passage shows garbled and partial phrases with names and terms like Muskrats and luxury class. The readable bits mention a point reached, a cahecud auntaring, and references to a well-known Sosening Te Slo po S125. Overall the text is unintelligible and lacks coherent events or facts.
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as a solution to revive old clothing and fabrics. It promises vibrant results, claiming garments become new again through color restoration, appealing to households seeking affordable refreshment of textiles.
Fragments report Alberta fire losses in 1919 surpassing the previous decade, with reserves burning across about 84,000 acres and total estimated losses above 2.25 million dollars. The text is garbled but notes major damage from fires and references several regions and figures.
An ad-like fragment promotes a Wart removal product or treatment. It touts an easy operation and claims a cure for warts. Mentions a booster or restriewor and a 22 number, but details are unclear.
An exhortation to discipline and healthy living urges training and water intake for youths and parents. It promotes internal cleansing with mild laxatives and mentions Dr. Pierce remedies for digestive and respiratory concerns as a path to vigorous health. The tone urges self-control and preventive care.
Northern Manitoba reports a record trapping season with commissioner R C Wallace estimating a harvest near 3.6 million dollars doubling prior figures. Alberta Saskatchewan and British Columbia dispatches note similar activity as trappers push musk rat furs to high prices with some catching large sums. A trapper from a remote area sold pelts for about nineteen hundred dollars.
An old advertisement touts Ulascarets as a harmless sleep aiding laxative promising relief from biliousness and constipation. It contrasts them with harsher products like Calomics and oils, claiming they work without discomfort while you sleep. A separate migration report notes 38,222 settlers entered the United States from Canada in the first eight months, detailing provincial origins and THMUer farmers.
Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching or bleeding piles. Stops irritation soothes and heals. You can get restful sleep after the first application. Price 60c.
Grain exchange supporters rally around a proposed establishment vote in Port Arthur and the surrounding council and trade bodies. With the Sark Chewan Marta elevator nearing completion, Port Arthur aims to lead Canada in forage capacity and grain handling.
Articles show Saskatchewan public schools rising to 4,300 with 31 consolidated districts and plans for more in 1920. The growth includes three new collegiate institutes and one new high school since 1907, expanding rural education and central schools across 40 to 75 square miles.
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