Indifference among voters risks democracy and reform
The text argues that voter apathy endangers democracy as masses neglect to vote though suffrage exists. It cites historical turnout, cites a 1916- era push to mobilize via radio and ads, and compares Canada and Britain. It proposes “one vote, one value” to restore meaningful ballots and incentives to vote.
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Wattad
Thay
Aml Ann Genia
Loverg
Wiliam Jennings Bryan
Delta
Jess Chast
Canada
Britain
Iatra Lemorratic South
Foxvoay
House of Commons
Nova Scotia
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Eclipse and radio tests spark science tie in exhibit
A 24 January eclipse study probes radio reception effects while a British Empire Exhibition garden of remembrance showcases stars and memory. Civil service notes cite a cannon at Cintra Fort Portugal triggered by noon sunlight. a Leeds officer reports high blue-eyed marriages. single women urged to avoid bold aims.
Eastern Foxes For the West Shipments Through Montreal
Several large shipments of lye foxes have been made through Montreal recently to points in the west from Prince Edward Island. Shipments have been made to British Columbia Alberta Manitoba and Minneapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Prince Edward Island
British Columbia
Alberta
Manitoba
Minneapolis
Fragmented crime note from Liverpool alehouse incident
A damaged report describes a crime case in Liverpool with a suspect sent to seven years service after an incident. It mentions injuries to a mother and a fire brigade response, but details are garbled and uncertain.
Diamond Dyes Color Fabrics With Easy Home Use
Ad for Fifth Diamond Dyes promising beautiful color with cold water or boiling methods. Includes directions simple for women to dye silk, wool, cotton, linen, and blends. Advises informing the druggist about material type before dyeing.
Women Detectives in Constantinople Report on Morals
Turkish women detectives are being engaged by the chief of the Constantinople police to report on the moral conduct of members of their own sex. The arrangement assigns them a special duty within the police system.
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Turkey
Constantinople
Need for Pink Pills to Fight Anaemia among Women Today
An appeal describes anaemia as a common malady among women and girls, causing breathlessness, fatigue, and poor appetite. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a reputable blood enhancer and cites Mrs. Mary Trainor of Perth Ontario as a testimonial of restored health after using the product. The pills are sold for 50 cents per box through medicine dealers or by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
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Dr. Wiliams
Mary Trainor
Perth
Ont
Williams
Dr. Willams
Dr. Williams
Dr. Willame’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Zeppelins to Operate Weekly Airmail Between U S and Europe
Dr Hugo Eckner head of the Zeppelin Company says a weekly trans Atlantic mail service is planned using one Zeppelin each way carrying 9 half million letters at 25 cents per letter. Passenger service is not planned for the present.
First Saskatchewan Trapped Pelt Registered
An Indian hunter from the Moose Fountain tribe trapped Saskatchewan's first native pelt recently. The fair sized pelt was examined by the provincial inspector at Carlyle and noted as the first to be registered in the province.
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Saskatchewan
Carlyle
Elevator Project At Prince Rupert Awaits Tenders
The Department of Trade and Commerce will call for tenders immediately to build a 1 250 000 bushel elevator at Prince Rupert. The facility will handle grain for Canadian National from Northern Alberta. The plan reflects wartime logistics and aims to shore up communications and cargo capacity.
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Prince Rupert
Federal Department of Trade and Commerce
Alberts
Ulster Snubs Boundary Commission Amid Irish Talks
Ulster rejects participation in the Boundary Commission process while the Free State submits a formal Article 22 statement and signals intent to appear by counsel in London. London views the Ulster stance as foreshadowing the commission’s limited effect, with Britain insisting the panel should hear Irish voices.
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Ulster
Bank
Great Britain
Northern Ireland
Boundary Commission
Conners
Free State
Movilog
London
Great Drualn
Goodyear to build giant superdirigible under Arnstein
Dr Karl Arnstein arrives as vice president of Goodyear to oversee a new zeppelin twice the size of the ZR-3 and Shenandoah. He will head a 12 member technical staff and begin work immediately on a 5 000 000 cubic foot gas capacity craft built from the Friedrichshafen Zeppelin design legacy.
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Germany
Karl Arnstein
Zeppelin
Goodyear Zeppelin Corporation
Arnstein
Shenandoah
Friedrichshafen
Cermany
Germun
Chocolate Covered Figs From New Orleans Treat
This wholesome Christmas confection from New Orleans satisfies sweet cravings with a nutritious tonic effect. Steam very tender figs, scoop and mix the centers with nuts and fruit, fill the figs, and dip in unsweetened chocolate for a soft moist finish.
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New Orleans
England to fund Severn tidal electric power project
The British Government plans a 150 million dollar spring project using the Severn River tides to generate electricity for the surrounding area. An expert committee urged the plan after reviewing possibilities to harness Severn power for regional supply.
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Severn
Prehistoric tooth unearthed near Rome by workmen
Workmen digging the foundation near Rome uncover a massive eleven foot tooth or tusk, about twenty inches thick at the base, believed to be from a prehistoric creature. The find highlights ancient fauna and prompts paleontological interest. The text also notes aconfused line about heroin being deemed a medical remedy by the League of Nations health committee.
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Rome
League ‘of Nations
Britain and Germany Sign Anglo German Trade Treaty
The Anglo German commercial treaty grants Britain most favored nation status and guarantees against discriminatory treatment. Britain plans to remove war restrictions in parliament, directing no discrimination between Germany and other foreigners. Germany gains minor concessions aligned with prewar positions.
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Germany
Great Britain
Englland
England
Murder in Far North Ottawa Faces Murder Charge Question
The Department of Justice weighs charging Eskimo E Ter Goo Yuk with murder in the death of tribesman Oob Pa Tow Yuk north of Baker Lake in the Northwest Territories. Arrests unlikely soon due to doubtful evidence and high patrol and trial costs.
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Ottawa
Department of Justice
Baker Lake
Northwest Territories
Taurder
Coronation Bay
Chesterfield Inlet
Queen Mother Celebrates Her Eightieth Birthday
Queen Alexandra marked her eightieth birthday on December first with family attendance by King George Queen Mary the Prince of Wales and the Crown Prince of Norway among others. Although feeble she remains in good health and drives out daily in her car braving bad weather. A family dinner was held with many gifts and congratulatory messages received.
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Queen Alexandra
King George
Queen Mary
Prince of Wales
Crown Prince of Norway
Frenchman Breaks Seaplane Speed Record at 192 MPH
Paunier piloted a new amphibious plane to set the seaplane distance records for 100 and 200 kilometers while carrying a 500 kilogram load. His average speed for 100 kilometers neared 192 miles per hour, slightly above, with the 200 kilometer run just below that mark. The test used a ten kilometer course on a brand new machine not yet broken in.
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Paunier
Paunter
Wheat King of the World Crowned at Chicago Sweepstakes
Mitchell of Dahinda Illinois captured the thirteenth Chicago Sweepstakes title at the International Livestock Exhibition. Canada led in the wheat sweepstakes with a Marquis hard red spring sample weighing 64.6 pounds to the bushel. this marks Mitchell’s third world title after wins in 1919 and 1920.
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Mitchell
Dahinda
Sark
Chicago
Canada
J. ©. Mitchell
Dabuda
Baek
Mr. Mitchell
Building Activity Rises in Canada. November Total 24.6 Million
Figures from Maclean Building Reports show Canada’s total building value in November reached 24,614,000 dollars, up from 21,066,800 in October. Residential work led with 18,695,100 dollars, while business, industrial, and public utilities contributed 4,813,600 1,?2?00 and 1,??? respectively, reflecting sector shares.
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Canada
Maclean Building Reports, Limited
Kresidential
The Young Philosopher Two Lays Out Futures
The two boys discuss future ambitions with playful twists. One says he will be a soldier and go to war, while the other suggests being the enemy, reframing the idea with humor.
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Jimmy
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Milter
U. D. Kellogg
Ketene
W. Irwin H
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Queen Mother
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