Woman pilot breaks high altitude record in overflight
Famed aviator Lata Fules Vedrines flies to summit a roofed area, reaching more than 1,060 feet above Ruth Law’s mark. In related notes, government biologist EK Strickland investigates catworm appearances at Retlaw and reports outbreaks in Blackie and High River. Farm authorities urge farmers to report pest sightings by telephone to assist control efforts.
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2 Department
Wowan
Ruth Law
HE Strickhand
Lethbridge
Retlaw
Blackié
Fairfeld
Strickland
Keep Children Healthy With Baby's Own Tablets
An advertisement extols Baby's Own Tablets as a superior laxative for infants and children to prevent bowel and stomach disorders. Testimonial from Mrs W B Coolledge claims they reduce doctor bills and are easy to administer. Sold by medicine dealers or mail order from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont at 25 cents per box. Yes Hazel a man is the most important piece of furniture in a woman's air castle.
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Mra. W. B. Coolledge
Samiz
Ont
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Hazel
Recognition debate at American Federation of Labor convention
Delegates at the American Federation of Labor meeting in New Jersey discuss recognizing the Soviet government and economic blockades. The convention signals potential floor contention over the issue, while other reading notes warn about public health claims regarding worm infestations and a worm remedy advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marinke
Russia
P Gunder Ha
Labor
Bolsheviks Repulsed as Poles Push in Galicia
Polish staff reports a Bolshevik retreat in Galicia after Polish forces repelled a Warsaw area advance. The terse bulletin notes Polish gains with no details on casualties or exact locations.
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Bolsheviks
Warsaw
Tka
Galicia
Trong
Ithe
Minard's Liniment Cures bronchitis and sprains in Nova Scotia
Residents of Mahone Bay Bridgewater and surrounding areas report using Minard's Liniment to cure bronchitis severe sore throat and a severely sprained ankle. Names include John Mader Joshua A Wynacht and others credit the product for relief.
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Serae
Minard's
Minard
Oshua A. Wynacht
Bridgewater
Heligoland's Shrinking Shape Across Ages
The article reflects on Heligoland once vast with a 120 mile circumference eleven thousand years ago and shrinking to about 200 acres after German fortifications. It notes experts predicting disappearance if left alone and condemns the German fortifications for triggering global suffering.
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Heligoland
Meligoland
What Empire Meant At the Call of War to Fight for the Motherland
A London Daily Express quotation speaks to national character and patriotism during war. It notes the struggle to praise military displays without arrogance and calls this balance a triumph of peace and character beyond mere wartime fervor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Daily Express
Fragmented World News and Aviation Feats Highlight May Updates
Reports show 46 000 licenses issued in Saskatchewan by May 15 1918 with 18 360 new licenses in April. German figures say Ex Kaiser and Crown Prince to return to Germany after peace treaty signing. US war news notes Lieut Ralph J Johnson and Lieut Mark R Woodward looping the loop 457 times in 114 minutes 10 seconds at Carlstrom Field Florida. Piles treatment claim for FAZO OINTMENT states cure in 6 to 14 days with affordable price.
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Sco
Saskatchewan
Kaiser
Boato
London
Germany
Amsterdam
War Department
Washington
Ralph J. Johnson
Mark R. Woodward
Carlistrom Field
Florida
Bayer Aspirin Made in Canada and Poultry Industry Growth in Saskatchewan
The article notes genuine Bayer aspirin from a Canadian company, warning against acid imitations and highlighting the Bayer cross as proof. It also discusses Western Canada poultry farming shifting from a sideline to a major industry, with Saskatchewan farmers earning over 3 million dollars last year as production rises beyond home use.
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Bayer
Canada
United States
Saskatchewan
Personal nervine product claims from reader letter
A reader from Picton Ontario describes long nerv ousness sleeplessness and breakdowns. After temporary relief at a hospital and doctor visits she credits Dr Chase’s Nerva Food for improved sleep appetite and daily function. Price listed: 60 cents per box or six boxes for 2.76 with Toronto dealer Edmondson Bates & Co. Limited.
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Banat Fou
Mia
Thomas Williamson
Picton
Ont
Toronto
Dr. Chase
Good Financial Standing in War Bond Plotline
Fragmentary dialogue from The Passing Show notes aging and comic pair Maggie and Sandy in a war bond gag. It hints at savings, bonds, and a burlesque or vaudeville stage setting in London. The tone is satirical and lighthearted.
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Maggie
Sandy
Loudou
Black Watch Tobacco Spray For Pests In Garden
A historical notice describes Black Watch tobacco spray as a pest control for garden foliage including chrysanthemums and sweet peas. It claims effectiveness against greenfly caterpillars and other pests and suggests sooty water as a fertilizer, noting that liquid manure solutions should not touch the foliage.
Preventing Growth Of Cast Iron From Internal Oxidation
The article discusses how grey cast iron expands under high heat due to internal oxidation as hot gases penetrate the metal. A remedy from England removes free graphite from the surface to reduce porosity, with results from annealing parts in iron rust at 1650 to 1830 degrees Fahrenheit for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Market Talk on Wires Hurts the Aw
A fragment hints at a market price for wires and describes a phrase about Aw and a bear ham. Unclear details leave the main facts and entities tentative.
Catarrhozone Mystery Mentioned in Obscure Note
An unclear fragment notes difficulties tracing a source related to catarrh and bronchitis into the lungs. The passage references an entity or term Catarth or catarch and mentions Se cee FomMorting and a “Wonderful” remark, with stray phrases about a Saturday.
Western Canada lamb feeding yields high profits at sale
A Manitoba sale reports lambs weighing up to 380 pounds selling for about 24 dollars each with an average of 15.29. The oldest lamb born January 20 weighed over 80 pounds at sale, showing that feeding young lambs can be highly profitable, even with ordinary mothers and common feed.
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Eerion
Goninici
Morden
Mantage
Canada
June Brides Mobilize In The New York Tribune Voice
The piece surveys social mores with florid lines about brides and flirtation. It contrasts wallflowers with bold suitors while wryly noting money matters. A surreal image features Germany at a funeral front seat and Ferns in the driver’s hands.
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Germany
New York Tribune
Saskatchewan School Exhibitions Rise With Rural Associations
Summer and fall plans show between 225 and 230 exhibitions across Saskatchewan. Rural agricultural associations, formed since 1916, now number about one hundred and expand beyond schools to serve as general community centres. They aid school exhibitions and promote overall community improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
No Treating With Bolshevists in Propaganda Shot
Providence Journal argues Bolshevism is alien to civilization and praises actions against Bolshevik forces. It calls for allied nations to refuse recognition and support to Bolshevists while backing counterrevolutionary factions seeking order.
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William
Russia
Lenine
Trotzky
Vantry
Council
Providence’ Journal
Incomplete OCR Item Flags Missing Polling Place
Text fragment shows garbled OCR about a body in polling context with unclear location or details. No identifiable persons, organizations, or dates present to form a factual summary.
Guelph Chamber Takes Steps on Immigration Matter
Fragmented report notes the Guelph Chamber of Commerce in Ontario taking formal steps regarding immigration policy. The text reflects a dated British style and includes an unrelated quotation, yielding a partial and unclear record.
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Guelph
Guelph, Ont
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Irly
J. D. Kelloge
Sally
Black Watch
Catarrhozone
Parmelee
Pamphie
Adi
Minicini Co
Foronto, Ont
Fortonty Winder
Aerapion
York
Therapion
Geo. H. Hees, Son & Co., Ltd
Davenport Road
Mas
Summers
Windsor, Ont
Ares the
Kigney
Cates
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