Winter Comes to Bushwhackers Place in Grim Larder Tale
In a snowbound scene the Bushwhackers brace for a hard winter as Mary Ann and Paisley prepare for spring, while Daft Davie returns in a flurry. The group recalls a four year stretch of cold and famine and faces death, pregnancy, and loss with stoic neighborly resolve.
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Declate
Ander
Mores
Zacheus
David
Jeetle
Rebecca
Joseph
Peeler
Tom
Mrs. Rass
Mary Ann
Paisley
Bill
Gloss
Noah
Daft Davie
Davie
Declare
Big McTavish
Delicacies and rumors as Halli busts leave town
The recount describes a large spread at a gathering with smoked fish and coffee. townsfolk discuss Halli but's gang planning a return with bigger moves. Suspected actions, wakes, and missing persons shuffle through the lively talk as residents weigh their next steps.
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Ross
Boy
Paisley
Halli
Delsus
Haree
Jessimpson
Hallibat
Gosling
Noah
Hallibut
Catarrhozone Promises Quick Relief for Coughs and Colds
The ad touts Catarrhozone as a fast, soothing remedy for bronchitis and throat irritation. It claims immediate soothing power, strengthens the throat, stops coughing, and suits winter illnesses with a 50 cent size and a 25 cent trial size from Kingston dealers.
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Rapee Catarrhozone Co
Kingston
Ouger Bom
Noah Is Found Alive After Ship Fire
In Bushwhackers Place the alerted crowd learns Noah survived the blaze aboard a schooner. He fought through smoke and flames, swam to a hidden skiff, rode to shore on a dustwood piece, and was cared for by Betsy who nursed him back to wakefulness. The community plans to honor Betsy with a new house next spring.
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Rei
Shi
Simpson
Glass
Noah
Betsy
Roy
Davie
Ein
Peeler
Granny
Ms. McTavish
Big McTavish
Jor
Mineral Production Up in British Columbia for 1930
Mineral production in British Columbia totalled 20 580 623 dollars in 1930, up 2 284 312 dollars or seven percent from 1919. Increases were recorded in silver copper and zinc.
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British Columbia
World’s Largest Telescope Planned for Vancouver
A telescope claimed to be the largest in the world is to rise in Vancouver British Columbia. The instrument will feature a ten foot diameter lens and dominates the project’s scope and ambition.
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Vancouver
B.C
Dr Crommelin Predicts June Close Earth Passage by Comet
Dr Crommelin estimates the probable Earth approach of a comet, likely near June 15 with a ten day margin. The perihelion would occur near end June, raising risk of a meteor shower and possible Earth overtaking. He notes past outbursts in 1916 and tentatively links the comet to one found in 1766.
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Crommelin
Comter
Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills Promote Vitality in Aging
A dated health advertisement touts Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills as a preservative for the elderly. It claims to strengthen the heart, steady nerves, improve memory, and restore vigor. A testimonial from Mrs. James Perry of Retlaw Alberta describes renewed health after two boxes and ongoing use at age 72. Price 50c per box, mailed from The T. Milburn Co. Limited, Toronto, Ont.
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Milburn
James Perry
Retlaw
Alta
Amy
Amy Fine
T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Airplane passengers in Canada report
Canada reports 15 260 hired passengers over eleven months totaling 6811 hours and 429 177 miles flown. Five fatal accidents are recorded in the period according to Colonel Robert Leckie of the Canadian Air Board.
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Canada
Robert Leckie
D.S.C
Canadian Air Board
Saskatchewan Rural Traveling Libraries Expansion Lauded
The province reports 309 travelling libraries in rural districts and a government appropriation of 10 000 dollars to extend the system enhancing access to reading across communities.
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Saskatchewan
Teeth and Nation Decline Tied to Dental Decay Crisis
In Dr McGee’s dental column a history study links national decline to disease and malnutrition. He argues tooth decay rivaled malaria as a force weakening nations and warns American children face widespread dental decay threatening national vitality.
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Greece
America
Diamond Dyes Offer For Women’s Textile Dyeing Needs
Old ad urges women to use Diamond Dyes for dyeing skirts dresses waists coats stockings draperies and more. Each package includes simple directions for wool silk cotton linen or mixed fabrics but warns of poor results like splotches fades or ruined material. Druggist carries a color card.
Cascarets Night Aid Constipation Ad
A vintage advertisement touts Cascarets as a pleasant sleep aid to ease constipation while you rest. It promises a clear head and regular bowels by morning with no effort. Boxes priced at 10 25 or 50 cents and labeled as candy for children.
Danderine Hair Treatment Promises New Life
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a cheap hair product offering new life and vigor after a few pennies spent. It emphasizes visible improvements and a renewed appearance from routine use.
Cattle Drive Planned to Ease British Columbia Shortage
Plans by the British Columbia Dairymen's Association seek to import large numbers of milch cows from Canada and the United States for dairy districts in the province. An estimated shortage of at least 100000 cows is cited as a driver for the program amid demand from new settlers.
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Canada
United States
British Columbia
California Syrup of Figs Ad Claims Harmless Relief
An old advertisement urges parents to give California Syrup of Figs to ease a child's stomach liver and bowels. It touts a fruity taste and safety on each bottle and instructs to say California when needed.
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California
Aspirin Warning and Bayer Labelled Packages
Warning about counterfeit aspirin mentions Bayer on packaging and tabs as proof of genuineness. Describes Bayer tablets in small tins of twelve for colds aches and pains with directions for various conditions and notes made in Canada by Bayer.
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Bayer
Canada
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Archie P. McKishnie
Thos, Alla, Toreate
Yarmouth “M.'s
Minard’s
Rea Proctor McGee
M.D
DDS
Oval Hygiene
Danderine
Mitch
Holand
British Museum
Portage
Renanson
Bal Limited
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