Armistice Anniversary Reflections Five Years On
A Thanksgiving Day review looks back five years to the Armistice and forward to postwar recovery. It notes Germany’s collapse, Austria’s revival, Ireland’s Free State progress, and the League of Nations as a stabilizing force. Canada’s economy improves with reduced unemployment, stronger trade, and hopeful by-elections, while war debts temper full prewar conditions.
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Germany
German Republic
Austria
League of Nations
Promina
Italy
Greece
League
Ireland
Free State
Irrish Free State
British Commonwealth of Nations
London
United States
France
Tiich
Canada
Dominion
Missing RSVP Confusion Highlights Forgotten Reception
A brief note records an apology for missing a reception and a light exchange about attendance. The exchange humorously reveals forgetfulness and a delayed realization of the event.
Ten-Foot Binder Demonstrated on Saskatchewan Farm
A ten foot binder driven by a tractor shaft was shown near Sutherland Saskatchewan. It cuts a ten foot swath at a uniform rate and handles 3 to 4 4 acres per hour while binding knots at about 46 sheaves per hour. Canadian bacon won first prize at the National Farmers Dairy Show in London England in the colonial bacon class.
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Sutherland
Sask
Fondon
Eng
Buffalo herd culled as Canadian government trims park stock
The Wainwright buffalo park near Edmonton will slaughter 2 000 Bison Americanus to cut excess numbers in a herd that grew from 716 when purchased in 1907 to about 1 300 this year. Meat hides and beads will be sold while tours continue. The article notes the buffalo’s near extinction and government action preserving the species.
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Plains
Walawkent
Alberta
Wainwright
Canadian National Railways
Edmonton
Buffalo
Backache Causes and Treatments Emphasize Blood Quality
The article argues back pain stems from thin or impure blood and not kidney trouble, urging Dr Williams Pink Pills to rebuild the blood and nourish nerves. It also promotes Dr Thomas Electric Oil for easing pain and a humorous Boston Transcript exchange about poultry.
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Dr. Williams
Dr. _Williams
Brockville
Catarrh remedy advertises nostril medication aid
An old classified style ad promotes Catarrhezone as a nasal treatment for colds and catarrh. It claims easy relief, air passages freed of germs, and prevents further colds. The offer includes a two month course for $1 and mail order from The Catarrhezone Co in Montreal.
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Catarrhezone Co
Montreal
French Prince Pays After Protracted Ejection Suit
Prince Elle of Bourbon de Parma must pay after a long litigation with his Paris landlady Mme Robert who obtained an eviction order for non payment of rent at an Avenue Bois de Boulogne apartment. The court ordered an inventory of valuable furniture and art to prepare for sale to satisfy the debt. Mothers learn Worms remedy Mother Graves Worm exterminator is advertised.
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Prince Elle of
Bourbon de Parma
Paris
Mme. Robert
Highneys
Avenue Bois de Boulogne
Population distribution shocks British Empire report
The Round Table notes Britain is overpopulated with 42,767,590 people in 9,047 square miles and about 1,186,000 unemployed. It contrasts this with Dominion lands: Canada 8,783,183 in 3,729,665 sq mi, Australia 5,496,794 in 2,974,541 sq mi, South Africa 1,538,920 white and 6,617,092 colored in 795,459 sq mi, and New Zealand 1,218,913 in 103,568 sq mi.
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The
Round Table
Great Britain
Dominions
Canada
Australia
South Africa
New Zealand
Steinmetz Legacy Reflects Plain 1912 Car and Policy
Dr Charles Steinmetz who died in Schenectady New York left a modest estate just a 1912 electric automobile and a $1500 GE employee policy. He reportedly said I do not wish to work for money and asked only for a house and laboratory. He drew only enough for life’s necessities and never pursued wealth.
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Charles Steinmetz
Schenectady
N.Y
General Electric Company
Confidence Restored as Canada Seeks Steady Prosperity
The Brantford Expositor notes public confidence returns amid a harvest of perhaps history’s largest western crop and ongoing prosperity. It cites debt from war years and taxes as burdens yet progress toward revival appears solid across industries. A lighthearted exchange about love in a limousine adds a human moment.
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West
Canada
Brantford Expositor
What will be the outstanding feature of 1923 Montreal gadget
The fragment discusses uncertain events and outlooks for 1923 including mentions of historical dates 1905 1914 and 1915, and references to indemnities and notable deaths. It reads as a speculative summary of world affairs without a clear focal event.
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Sipus
Chia Rear
Sears
al Trak
Rutsin
England
North Sea
Pitt
Fox
Montreal Gagerte
Dutch Frontier Seizes Three Tons Of Marks From Dealers
German officials confiscate nearly three tons of marks at the Dutch border. The notes, exported for advertising purposes, are bought by Dutch tradesmen to use as wallpaper and as inserts in cigarette packs to promote sales. Police move to end the long running practice.
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Holland
Nerviline Relief Reported For Swollen Joints And Rheumatism
A Kingston man, Amos F. Fleury, testifies that Nerviline rubbed on his sore joints rapidly reduced swelling and eased rheumatic pain. He says McKay's Drug Store recommended Nerviline and it restored him completely for rheumatic pain, lumbago, and sciatica. A 35 cent bottle is advertised as providing lasting relief and is sold everywhere.
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Amos F. Fleury
Kingston
McKay
Perfect Manhood in Australia Says Archbishop
Archbishop Duhig returned to Queensland after a visit to America and claimed Australia is developing physically and intellectually a race of slants. He cited country district youths outgrowing their parents and praised the pure air and broad acres as the raw material for a great nation. Miller's Worm Powders are touted as a reliable vermifuge and health aid for infants. A quip about angels and ladders closes the piece.
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Duhig
Queensland
America
Australia
Austrautian
Praise For Lloyd George President Coolidge Tribute
President Coolidge lauded Lloyd George in a dinner address, calling the visit a stroke of good fortune for both nations and for world accord. He praised the former British premier and hoped his efforts would not be in vain as he departs.
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Lloyd George
United States
Coolidgee
Coolidge
Severe Heart Trouble Relieved by Milburn's Pills
Mr A E Barnes of Athens Ontario reports a severe heart episode four years ago. After doctor treatment failed he used Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills and felt immediate relief. He keeps a box on hand and takes a few pills when feeling unwell. Pills sold by dealers or direct from The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
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Milburn
A. E. Barnes
Athens
Ont
Noted Comedy Exchange on Forgetfulness
In a Pearson's Weekly humor piece a husband mocks his wife for forgetting glasses at breakfast. The dialogue highlights domestic forgetfulness and gender stereotypes. A separate line mentions engineers designing machines to utilize Earth’s electrical currents and comments on greed versus gratitude.
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Diggr
Pearson’s Weekly
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ORME
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Arter
They & Theie
British Isles
Electrical Wizard of
Dearie
Bonna
Jack Morton
Mamma
Gertainly
Jacob
Wrigleys
President Coolidge
H. McClure
Nor
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Dmnnson, Bate & Co
Toronto
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