Love of The Wild and the Bush Fight Within Him
Roy confesses haunting visions of the bush years and a past life of fishing and fighting. Paisley urges calm and persistence, insisting Hajli and his gang will not seize the bush, while Roy anxiously weighs the danger and his future. He fears hiding and losing his open life with Davie, Bill, and the land they love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grose
Roy
Bill
Paisley
Ant
Pavie
Bass
Davie
Glass
Hajlibut
Old Bill
Ike
Night on the homestead near the Bushwhackers
In a rural village setting, Roy and Paisley discuss survival and watchfulness as Hallibut and Noah plot, with tensions over Hallibut’s intentions and a plan to defend their homestead from intruders. Sleep comes amid reflections on trust and danger.
Preparing for The Loggin in Early Dawn
Paisley and Boy, with Jaden and rat traps, head toward the creek at daybreak. Biz McTavish stays to tend Buck and Bright in the stable, joking about who can outpull whom as the sunrise paints the sky with orange and crimson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paisley
Boy
Jaden
Biz McTavish
Old Buck
Brigit
Declare
Jim Petter
Buck
Bright
Roy
Pil
Peeler
Weill
Eeler
Brighty
Point Aux Pins
Whitefish Trade Faces Refrigeration Challenge
A battered report notes whitefish from Canadian north and Great Lakes areas flood markets in Chicago and western cities. It highlights spoilage before reaching markets and the rise of a United States market for refrigeration guided by seasonal supply and demand across both nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abasea
Jess
Cso
Tutaning
United States
Cago
Semiser
Canadian
Great Lakes
Canada
Stuumer
Evolution of Cotton Seed Uses From Fertilizer to Oil Source
The text traces cotton seed from early misclassification as gar and fertilizer use to later recognition as a valuable food source and major oil producer. It notes shifts in perceived value around 1800 1890 and highlights its rise as a key oil source with varied applications from paint to lubricants.
Be An Optimist Canada Emerging From War Muddle
Lorento telegram urges optimistic view of Canada after war. Describes barns full of foodstuffs gold and silver mines rich deposits and oil rich north. Claims prosperity will restore Canada quickly and calls readers to drown pessimism and travel patriotism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canara
Canada
Lorento
Palestine faces severe food shortage impacts export ban and cattle imports
The report notes a grave food shortage in Palestine prompting a cereal export ban. It states 400 to 500 Sudan cattle are imported monthly through arrangements with Egypt and Sudan, while the army stops buying sheep and cereals in Palestine. It also mentions Australia housing the largest edible oysters, sometimes over a foot in shell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palestine
Sudan
Australia
California Syrup of Figs Ad Claims Safe Laxative Use
A vintage ad urges parents to choose California Syrup of Figs as the best and most harmless laxative for children. It highlights its fruity taste, full bottle directions, and instructs buyers to spell California correctly on the package to ensure authenticity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Zam-Buk herbal balm for injuries and skin issues
An old advertisement promotes Zam-Nok Zam-Bok and Zam Buk skin balms. It claims quick pain relief stop bleeding prevent infection and heat for injuries and skin diseases. It touts Zam-Buk as curing from the root upposing eczema boils and food poisoning while claiming long lasting effects.
Protect Your Machinery From Winter Elements Say Farmers
Farmers risk losing ten to fifteen dollars per machine if kept outside over winter. Experts warn that cheap storage can lead to significant money losses on farm equipment. The piece notes many farmers lack proper shelter and highlights the cost of neglecting storage.
Dr. Hamilton's Pills Promising Liver Relief
A health advertisement touts Dr Hamiltons Pills as a quick cure for dull liver symptoms and related headaches constipation and poor digestion. It claims one hour to improve condition overnight use restores energy appetite and mood. Sold everywhere in 25 cent boxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Hamilton
Ds. Hamilton
Manitoba Wheat Yields Report Mixed Growing Season
The report notes varied yields across crops with oats at 335-6, barley 221-10, flax 8 25, rye 16 1-5 and potatoes just over 1. The October month was not very fine. overall plowing conditions were excellent and workload larger than usual in some districts.
New Head Named by Deninion Research Council
President Macken zin of Dalhousie University appears as the Deninion Research Council’s top choice to fill the head position left vacant by Dr. MacCallwin’s resignation. President Mac Kenzie is deemed willing to accept the post if offered while Veah McLeeman and other figures are also mentioned in connection with the role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mackenzin
Dalhousie University
Nova Scotia
Deninion Research Council
MacCallwin
du Aletnllci
MacKenzie
Veah McLeeman
Foronto
Wrald Pot
Sympathy Swindle Preys on Grieving Families in London
An Englishman was arrested in London for swindling relatives of dead soldiers. He skimmed death notices, wrote to ex soldiers off the list, and asked for charitable gifts of clothing and money. Families, moved by the appearance of a former comrade, sent items and funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tandon Uraphic
Bottle Travels From Newfoundland to Belgium Over Sixteen Months
A bottle cast into the Atlantic near Newfoundland by Sergeant D. McInnes of Edmonton on a return voyage to Halifax in September 1919 carried a message to a Montreal paper. The bottle was found by Paul Vanthier who mailed the note to Montreal describing the long journey ending in Nieuport, Belgium, last August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newfoundland
D. McInnes
Edmonton
Halifax
Bisley
Nieuport
Belgium
McInnes
Montreal
Paul Vanthier
Giant Sycamore Stands 44 Feet Around in Worthington
A massive sycamore in Worthington Indiana measures 44 feet 6 inches in girth near the base and towers 150 feet high. A wounded chimpanzee manages bleeding by covering the wound with leaves and grass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthington
Ind
Red Rose Tea Package Promises Full Weight and Flavor
An advertisement touts full weight and full flavor for Red Rose Tea. The seal protects the tea from air odors and dust using automatic electric scales and packaging.
Cascarets Promise Health Sleep Aid and Cheer
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a night time detox to cleanse liver and bowels. It claims relief from bilious feelings headaches and digestive upset with no griping and appeals to both adults and children with prices listed as 30 25 and 50 cents.
Patent Granted For Roof Structure To Aid Airplane Landing
A Connecticut inventor receives a patent for a compact yet strong framework erected over city buildings to establish an aerial landing field. In Mexico, hiring a servant is expected to bring the servant's entire family to reside with the employer.
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Connecticut
Jay Aire
Mexico
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Beecham
Love of
Dodds
Kidney Blues
Paas
Noah
Hallifut
Hallibut
Coronel Wallibut
Bes
Win
Halll
Tee Creek
Everthing
Olf
Invas
Manitoba
Research Council
Cascarets
Stanfield’s
Stanfield
Stanfield’s Limited
Traro
Nis
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