This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 27, 1921
Page
3
Fragmentary text describes a lace-bark tree used by women to make lace caps and bonnets. It mentions inner bark soaked in water, stretching fibers, and bleaching lace. Includes scattered references to a tree in a southern sea island region and a bread-like fruit description.
Advertorial notice touts testimonials from famous figures on MINARD'S LINIMENT as a premier household remedy. Mentions distribution by CQ Ltd Yarmouth NS and factory branch in St John’s NL.
The Saskatchewan division of the Red Cross remitted 10 thousand dollars to Toronto as the first instalment of the British Empire War Relief Campaign for relief of destitute children and families in Central Europe. Parmelee's Vegetable Pills touted as reliable by many readers across Canada for stomach and bowel disorders. The Tonski Technological Institute noted as a higher learning institution in Siberia in other fragments.
The Bank of Montreal enlarges its board adding two nationally known figures Sir Lomer Gouin and General Sir Arthur Currie. Gouin, former Quebec premier, author and Legion dHonneur officer, was knighted in 1907 and attended royal events. Currie, famed WWI Canadian Corps commander and McGill principal, rose from schoolteacher to general, led at Ypres and later commanded the Canadian Corps.
Ontario census data show 1919 population at 2 837 425, a 1.4 percent rise. Cities hold 39 percent, towns 2 percent, rural municipalities 53.7 percent. Births slightly favor females by about 6 000. deaths registered reach 34 010, with a diphtheria note linked to Minard exposure.
The Hamilton Toronto highway commission tested using a powerful truck to clear and maintain the road front. Motorists will use the road all winter.
Fragmented text shows a mix of an advertised reward and disease remarks. Mentions Catarch and a remedy claim, plus scattered names and phrases about age, marriage, and directions. Overall content is incomplete and unclear.
Alberta bank clearings for 1920 show steady gains in Calgary and Edmonton. Calgary totals reach 438,073,277 up from 355,011,589 in 1919, while Edmonton rises to 295,273,846 from 233,066,784. Both cities report annual increases despite lower farm produce prices.
Abraham equips his wells with modern pumping gear. The three known Beersheba wells supply town water as Bedouins water flocks. The original Well of the Oath was dug by Abraham per Genesis.
End your catarrh with Catarrhozone a home remedy using piney vapor to reach lungs and air passages. The ad claims no medicine is taken, germs are killed and secretions destroyed providing quick relief from colds sore throat and bronchial trouble with a pleasant safe guaranteed formula.
John Reeves, KC, longtime Vancouver freight elevator operator and former teacher, died recently in his office building. Born 69 years ago to an old Upper Canadian family, he was linked to provincial judiciary circles and other prominent figures. Reeves often said luck follows those who persevere and trusted his career path despite hardships.
The Dominion reports an $8 million rise in November excise revenue, almost all from war tax stamps. Tobacco receipts totaled 12,605,333 and taxed spirits brought in 474,144, with total excise revenue around 13,423,481. other items and specific goods contributed to the overall increase.
A historical note claims the Thé land crab of Cilba moves faster than a horse, illustrating a surprising comparison of animal speeds.
Thirty seven killed and about two hundred wounded in the fighting to capture Fiume. The Bolsheviki base shot 13 000 persons in the Crimea. Auction in London in February to sell thirty three autography letters to Gen Monkton by Gen Wolfe. Aerial mail trial from Camp Bornfen to Toronto begun by Lt A B Melone. Santa Isabel wreck near Villa Garcia with 214 dead and 56 saved. Milton Martin appointed Belgian consul for Northern Alberta. British Columbia timber exports in 1920 exceed 120 million feet with shipments worldwide. Editon ton customs receipts reach 1 712 704. Carmelite nuns convent in Dublin searched by military. Ontario civil servants protest regulation blocking outside work. Central School Commissioners approve teachers pension fund with 1 percent payroll from teachers and the government. 141 earthquakes recorded in Victoria BC last year. Laura Abbott 4 dies from gasoline burn injuries in Swift Current. Minard s Liniment for Garget in cows.
Mrs Emile Matette of Montpelier Que says Baby's Own Tablets are the best for little ones. The mild laxative remedy is free from opiates and narcotics and can be safely given to the youngest baby. Sold by dealers or mail order 25 counts per box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
Sir J. C. Bose told University College students that dying plants release large electricity, and that 500 peas boiling together would electrocute the cook. He warned that lilacs can be deceived with chloroform causing unusual blooming behavior.
J. S. McKinnon of the Canadian Manufacturers' Association told the Vancouver World that if Canadians stand shoulder to shoulder as in the war and maintain an optimistic outlook, present trade conditions will materially improve during the next few months.
Major-General Von Seeeht issues a New Year address urging soldiers to devote themselves wholly to duty. He stresses keeping sword sharp and shield untarnished and claims the new army can rival the old in efficiency through a life of honor and patriotism.
Chief Fitzmurris said three weeks ago he ordered movie censors not to issue permits for photoplays that show a crime being committed even if the criminal ends in prison, effectively barring such pictures in Chicago.
An advertisement extols Dr Ketlorg's Asthace Remedy as relief for severe asthma. It urges sufferers to obtain the treatment from their druggist promptly, claiming years of proven relief for hard cases.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.