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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 10, 1919
Page
9
An old time remedy claims to cure kidney disease with Dr Hamilton's Pills of Mandrake and Butternut. It promises relief from back pain dizziness and bladder issues and asserts a purely vegetable formula free from minerals. The pills are sold by all dealers in yellow boxes of 25.
Britain pursues world wide aerial supremacy as a prewar aim and postwar plan led by a Civil Aerial Transport Committee. The report discusses civil aviation development, international routes, and the balance with naval power, noting Pick’s caution on air versus sea dominance and freer cross border passage.
General Maitland argues airships offer practical commercial advantages. He notes airships can lift over thirty tons and fly long distances without refueling. He envisions silent engines, passengers sleeping away from power plants, and easy in‑air repairs with multiple power units.
In Montreal, John Rae of a London firm said Britain will seek Canadian flax as Russia, Holland, and Belgium reduce supplies. He urged Canada to supply the market with proper handling and ample flax, though he doubted domestic processing to finished products.
A historic sketch portrays Cape Prince of Wales as the stormiest spot on earth with perpetually strong Arctic winds. Eskimo igloos lie underground along the mountain’s southern slope while driftwood supplies a northern village. a whale air tube provides ventilation for airless rooms.
The lesson outlines Jesus authority in heaven and earth, the commission to make disciples, baptize, and teach obedience. It highlights the eunuch’s baptism after Philip preached Christ, stressing faith that saves and the joy of obedience.
Cap. Jack Alcock, the Englishman who piloted the Vickers-Vimy from Newfoundland to Ireland, is described as an aviator for life. He began flying in 1909 at age 17 and has since designed and built aircraft while his activities center on aviation.
A testimonial claims Milburns Heart and Nerve Pills restore strength after nervous shock. Mrs J J Bunyan of Pilot Butte Saskatchewan reports severe sleepless weakness and trembling improving after using six boxes. The ad states pills available at dealers or by mail from The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
The article recalls Salomon August Andrée and two companions who in 1899 attempted a North Pole balloon voyage from Spitzbergen. Their expedition failed at launch, sightings vanished, and decades of mystery followed as search parties found no conclusive traces or survivors amid rumors of a white house and starving explorers.
Government officials announce vigorous federal action against bomb throwers and radicals plotting to overthrow the government. Sundry civil appropriation bill allocates 2 million monthly for crime suppression and 300 thousand for enforcing the alien law, per senate committee edits.
At Lambeth Palace the Archbishop of Canterbury called Prohibition in the United States one of the most remarkable episodes in social reform. He noted Americans prefer decisive action and predicted an ocean to ocean dry nation though exact outcomes remain uncertain. He urged continued support for restrictions proved effective.
A home remedy suggests mixing juice from two fresh lemons with three ounces of orchard white to create a skin and complexion lotion. Strain to remove pulp and store in a bottle for months, to bleach and smooth the face neck arms and hands.
A two week program from July 28 to August 9 at Manitoba Agricultural College, jointly hosted by Wesley College and the Manitoba Agricultural College. Speakers include Dr. George Albert Coe of Union Theological Seminary New York Prof. O. H. Benson director of boys and girls club work for the northwestern states Prof. V. W. Jackson BSA Manitoba Agricultural College G W Wood BSA Manitoba Agricultural College Rev Prof Hetherington Wesley College President J B Reynolds MAC Miss Kelso director of home economics MAC Dr Anderson author The Educator of the New Canadian Rev Dr Baird Manitoba College Rev Dr Riddell Wesley College Lieut Col Wm Grassie Winnipeg.
Reports claim Dr Chase's Ointment provides immediate relief and cure for piles after long suffering. Testimonials from B F Tracy in Minesing Ont and H B MacDonald Walkerton Ont praise rapid relief and lasting cure, noting avoidance of surgery. Available for 60 cents a box from Edmonton Bates & Co Limited Toronto.
The en tente powers and the United States publish a treaty with Poland. Poland agrees to protect minorities from discrimination and to assume part of the Russian debt as assigned by the inter allied commission. It also commits to support international postal railway telegraph and related conventions and undertakings for a national standing.
In the House of Commons Andrew Bonar Law said no successor to the Earl of Reading as ambassador to Washington had been selected. He noted various suggestions but the government could not secure an acceptable candidate.
Berlin reports former German chancellor Dr. von Bethmann Hollweg has asked the allied powers to try him in place of the former emperor. He declares he assumes responsibility for Germany's acts during his term and places himself at the disposal of the allies. The remark is followed by a sharp witticism on philosophers.
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