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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 30, 1919
Page
7
Proponents of Proportional Representation cite votes and spoiled ballots in Sligo Edinburgh Calgary Kalamazoo as evidence of counting delays and voter confusion. Critics warn of complexity and extended counting times while supporters argue PR improves minority representation and government efficiency.
The article argues that PR strengthens government by aligning with the people’s will and improving Parliament’s representation. It cites Belgian experiences, supports PLR, and notes Canada’s endorsement by multiple groups and forthcoming inquiries. It urges readers to study PR as adoption in Canada seems likely and mentions Miller's Worm Powders for health.
A traffic stop shows a polite exchange as a driver reports the engine dead while a bystander notes Minard's Liniment for sale everywhere.
W J Stark secretary of the Alberta Provincial Sheep Breeders Association announces a $65176.32 remittance from the Canadian Co operative Wool Growers Ltd Toronto for wool shipped by 324 Alberta sheep owners and six from British Columbia. The balance of unsold wool will be settled as sales continue with payments to contributors. Sold wool fetched strong prices with fine medium combing at 68 54 cents per pound and fine medium clothing at 65 cents.
Water is now bypassing the south dam of the Canada Land and Irrigation Company's reserve at Lake McGregor nine miles southwest of Lomond Alberta. D W Hays general manager says prospects are good for colonization of large tracts of irrigated land in the district next spring.
An old advertisement extols Dr. Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry for bowel complaints. It claims quick, lasting relief from diarrhoea, dysentery, colic and cramps, with 74 years on the market and testimonies from Mrs. Daniel Hartwick of Mountain Grove Ontario. Price 33 cents a bottle by The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto.
The article reports that Britain may lift wood construction restrictions boosting Canadian builders. Scottish towns are repealing rules while Canada seeks orders from France Belgium and Mediterranean regions. A Montreal Star note cites a European order for 20 000 houses and potential future demand near $100 000.
British salvage teams continue undoing wartime losses with pumps and lifting gear. Admiralty reports salvage value at 250 million with cargoes recovered on colliers and other vessels. Some ships remain in deep water while shallow wrecks yield profit. bullion and secret submarine details surface as divers work. Minard's Liniment Relieves Neuralgia.
Prince Louis of Bourbon enters the butter trade to fight profiteering and lower prices for the people. He vows to act as a patriot by reducing butter costs. Parmetee’s Vegetable Pills are advertised as effective relief for dyspepsia. A humorous toddler exchange about a cushion hole ends the item.
Bela Kun and associates face prosecution for incitement to murder robbery and forgery. Kun a 37 year old former secretary of a Lagyvarac workers union was arrested for stealing 30 000 kronen and released on promise to repay. He fought in the war then likely deserted or jailed by Russians and resurfaced in Petrograd praised by Lenine before returning to Hungary to lead a radical mob.
An old-time advert claims Putnam’s Corn Ex Tractor removes corns painlessly in one day. It warns buyers to avoid substitutes and promotes a 25 cent price at all dealers.
In Paris two chauffeurs nearly collided while driving M Clemenceau and M Millerand. They argued loudly, each blaming the other, until they realized their employers were saluting each other with evident amity. The quarrel ended abruptly as both cars rolled on.
An article promotes a fitness regimen for older adults and stressed workers. It suggests waking early, breathing exercises, setting up army exercises, dumbbell routines, hot water, laxatives, and diuretic pills. It advertises Dr Pierce products Anure Tablets and Anuric for uric acid, with an address in Buffalo for samples.
A Toronto Telegram piece notes some girls favor soldiers as husbands for cooking and sewing skills, while others argue service trains obedience as an important virtue in married life.
An article asserts neuralgia stems from thin impure blood starving nerves. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a superior cure, claiming they enrich blood and restore nerve health. Available from dealers or by mail at 50 cents a box or six for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
The Baltic shore of Lithuania is described as the world’s only practical amber collecting and digging region. Amber products, from necklaces to hatpins, are largely Lithuanian in origin, with modern years under Prussian monopoly. As Lithuania becomes a republic, the industry could expand significantly, despite amber’s global price decline. Baltic amber is found along shores and in “blue earth” layers inland. Historical notes cite Herodotus and ancient beads found in Mikenai dating to 1500 B.C.
Alberta officials announce drilling for salt near Fort McMurray after a seven man team is sent by the provincial government. Surveys show a bed 180 feet deep under 480 feet of overburden, with Professor Allan of Alberta reporting favorable results. Government may mine directly or entrust a company with operations. The effort will cost about $50,000 and a chapel will soon be installed in St Paul’s Cathedral.
A wry reflection notes the versatile man who can handle many tasks yet cannot escape death, implying mortality even for those with many skills. The line hints at a universal limit and the futility of skill without life.
A wry reflection on how experience teaches, yet some men mistake instruction for mastery. It notes arrogance in offering unsolicited guidance and the risk of overconfidence.
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