Captain Strange First Possession Claim On Pacific Coast
The article discusses Captain Strange possibly exploring and claiming Pacific coastal lands for Britain, citing his journal found in India. It notes his voyage after Captain Cook, the flag display, and alleged possession. references Nigel Island and Cannibal reports as supporting details.
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Captain Strange
Pacific Coast
India
Hosie
Madras
Strange
Captain Cook
Ftrange
Subject Not Taught In Colleges by Te Well Educated
The essay argues that the essential faculty for refined society is good conversation in English. It condemns narrow specialists who speak only within their field, praising those who couple professional skill with broad, curious discourse and keen observation.
Automobile Is Real Benefit To Humanity
The piece argues that the automobile itself is beneficial to society but its impact depends on human restraint and responsible use. It warns that lawless behavior and reckless driving endanger others, and suggests fewer accidents if owners act with civic responsibility.
Portrait of a Poorhouse Scene on a City Screen
A cinema audience watches a bleak image of an old woman abandoned by cruel children as a well dressed spectator comforts her young son. The boy pledges to protect his mother when grown, vowing to earn money to keep her from the poorhouse.
Western Canada Airways Plans Calgary to Vancouver Air Mail Route
Western Canada Airways aims to complete a tri motor flight from Calgary through the Crow's Nest Pass to Vancouver by May 10 or 15. The route may support Vancouver to Alberta air mail and later passenger service with landing fields and beacons set up by municipalities. Major D B MacLaren notes route reconnoitered and government contract prospects.
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Calgary
Vancouver
Western Canada Airways, Limited
James Richardson and Sons, Limited
Crow's Nest Pass
Alberta
D. 8
MacLaren
British Columbia
Western Canada Airways
Prairies
Fernie
Cranbrook
Kuskanook
Nelson
Grand Forks
Trail
Osoyoos
Princeton
Hope
Byrd Honors Scott by Naming New Antarctic Land Scott Land
The Regina Daily Post notes Commander Byrd named part of newly explored Antarctic region Scott Land to honor Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his companions. It recalls Scott's 1900 expedition, Terra Nova voyage, Pole reach on January 18, 1912, and his death returning from the Pole.
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Scott Land
Byrd
Robert Falcon Scott
Scott
Discovery
England
Terra Nova
South Pole
Amundsen
Wilson
Oates
Bowers
Evans
Regina
Vancouver draftsman to inherit Scottish baronetcy
Sir Eric, grandson of the late Sir Windham Frederick Carmichael Anstruther, baronet, plans to stay three months in the old country and then return to Vancouver where he has worked as a draftsman for three years. He descends from a 700 year old Scottish line and will become the 11th baronet of Anstruther and eighth of Carmichael, with possible honors in the royal Scottish household.
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Windham
Frederick Carmichael-Anstruther
Eric
Old Country
Vancouver
Sir Eric
Baronet
Anstruther
Scotland
Carmichael
England
Royal Household
Betty Barclay Orange Batter Recipe Card
Recipes For This Week by Betty Barclay includes an orange batter fried dessert. Beat egg with milk and flour mixed with baking powder sugar and salt and oil or melted butter until smooth. Prepare orange segments with peel removing membranes and sugar with lemon juice. Heat oil and fry battered orange sections until puffed and brown. drain and dust with powdered sugar. Serve with orange sauce.
Apple and Orange Salad Arrangement
Peel and slice oranges removing the white membrane. Cut wedge shaped slices from red apples without peeling. Arrange on lettuce covered plates using alternating orange and apple slices.
Grapefruit and Orange Salad Ring
Peel oranges and grapefruit then segment and discard white skin. Arrange orange segments in a ring on a bed of lettuce and place grapefruit segments in the center for a bright citrus salad.
Phillips Milk of Magnesia Sold In Drugstores For Indigestion
Indigestion caused by overactive nerves and excess stomach acid risks souring the bowels. Phillips Milk of Magnesia, invented 50 years ago, remains the standard remedy prescribed by physicians. Avoid crude herbal methods. get the genuine Phillips product with full directions on each bottle.
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Ainy Drugstore
Wisconsin Chemist Claims Teachable Mechanical Device
Dr H D Baernstein of the University of Wisconsin physiology chemistry department says a teaching capable mechanism has been built. His apparatus uses switches wires and an incandescent bulb to demonstrate light controlled by trained switches. The claim follows a six month old challenge by C L Hull professor of psychology at the state school.
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H. D. Baguatern
University of Wisconsin Physiological Chemistry Department
C. L. Hull
State School
Baernstein
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Promises Quick Relief
An 1840s advertisement claims external application opens pores to reach the trouble and give relief, while internal use calms throat irritation and bronchial symptoms. It urges readers to try the product to be convinced.
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Thomas
Fragmentary Conversation On Hair Memento
A brief, quirky exchange features a wife offering a memento and another noting a husband’s hair has fallen away. The dialogue pivots on the paradox of hair preserved after loss or absence.
Minneapolis Mayor asked to confiscate Gideon Bibles
The mayor of Minneapolis is urged to seize and destroy all Gideon Bibles in the city arguing that scriptures mention St. Paul but not Minneapolis. The troubling request highlights a clash between religious text presence and municipal action.
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Minneapolis
St. Paul
None of Us Ever Gets Anything for Nothing Try Two
A reflective line notes that people persist in seeking benefits without payment, acknowledging the common urge to gain advantage while recognizing the likelihood of failure.
Germs and Dishes From the Sick Room Prompt a Child’s Question
A four year old asks why mother boils dishes used by a flu patient. He learns that germs live on the dishes and are killed by boiling. An ad closes with Holloway's Corn Remover promising to remove corn from the roots and inviting trial.
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Daddy
Norman
Rollis
No Diplomatic Relations. Liniment and War-Era Flu Facts
A father tells his son there are no such people as diplomats. The ad notes use of Minard's Liniment for flu. It cites India's flu death toll of over twelve million during 1918-19 and Salvation Army providing about 11 million beds annually across countries.
Morning Resolve and Faith Driven Work
A reflective excerpt urges readers to rise with purpose and remember their divine identity. It contrasts passive longing with daily action, urging to ask what must be done for God each day and to pursue work over mere happiness. Frances Kemble quotes underscore spiritual harvest and perseverance.
New Books Published Record Set in 1928
The year 1928 saw 10 612 new books and 3 787 new editions released, surpassing 1927 which had 10 334 new books and 3 476 editions. The statistics highlight a rising publishing output and the shift in format with more editions.
Moist skin lowers electrical shock risk under voltage
When skin is moist the resistance drops and serious shocks become more likely with low voltages. The text notes moisture increases conductivity and raises danger from electrical exposure.
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Europe
Maintreal
Guebec
Rim ‘Teurtet
Sas Others
Cieeaioat, Becouse of
Ieeo
Pacific
Major MacLaren
New Land
Ident of
Betty Barclay
Wisconsin
Piace
Nature
Selesie
John A. Chantler
C., Ltd
Wellington St. W
Toronto
Holloway
Minard
Salvation Army
Countries
Timothy v
Bumll
Frances Kemble
Canada
Minard’s Liniment
Minard'e Linkment Co., Ltd
Yarmouth, N
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