Global notes on science, politics and travel in early 1920s
National Geographic grants 25000 to Richard Byrd for Antarctic expedition doubling his prior award. Canada to host a 1921 fishing trade regulation conference in Ottawa. US House Appropriations to consider millions for cruisers and submarines in January. Alfred E. Smith says 85 story Empire State Building planned for Waldorf site. Brazil to accept German Russian refugees. peasant settlements in the south. Kellogg's name among Nobel Peace Prize nominees. China appeals to League and signatories over Soviet invasion of Chinese territory.
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National Geographic Society
Richard E. Byrd
Society
Canadian
Ottawa
Department of Commerce
Washington
U.S. House Appropriations Committee
London
England
Alfred E. Smith
New York
Waldorf-Astoria Hotel
Brazil
Germany
Russia
Frank B. Kellogg
United States
Briand
League of Nations
Cottages Proposed for British Immigrant Families in Prairie Areas
The Canadian National Railways will build cottages for British immigrants across the three prairie provinces. Each home on a half to one acre plot will have roads nearby, access to markets and schools, stoves and basic furniture, and rental at three dollars a month. Families will stay only during their first year to gain farming experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Canadian National Railways
Prairies
Overseas Settlement Board
Dominion
Europe
Canadian National
Prairie Provinces
The Day When Laughter Went Missing
A reflection on a philosopher’s line about laughter marking a day as most lost. The quote suggests humor as essential to meaning and prompts readers to consider mood and perspective amid daily challenges.
Awaiting Deportation Thousands of Farm Workers in Canada
The Toronto Telegram reports more than 100 men from the British Isles expect deportation to Canada this summer to work on Dominion farms. They claim no food or lodging and no word on their future as Ontario and Dominion governments decide terms. The men allege they were brought here by the St. George Society of Ottawa and the British League of Montreal, then promised $20 per month minimum and continuous work. Dominion Inspector C. O. Mitchell said cases are being considered by both federal and Ontario authorities.
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Canada
British Isles
Dominion
Toronto Telegram
Ontario
St. George Society of Ottawa
British League of Montreal
C. O. Mitchell
Elegant fall dress pattern with velvet and draped skirt
A vintage pattern description showcases a transparent velvet dress in dahlia purple tones with a curved hipline and wrapped movement. It features an open V-neckline, rolled collar, fitted shoulders, and a two-piece skirt with cascade drapery, noting yardage, sizes, and color options, plus a sermon excerpt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
How To Order Patterns Address in Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Pattern orders guide details Winnipeg Pattern No and size options. The notice lists address at 475 McDermot Ave Winnipeg and references the Winnipeg Newspaper Union as the source for pattern ordering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Sunday School Lesson December 8 Theme Neighbor Love
Golden text from Leviticus 19 1 and lesson references Matthew 25 31 46 Luke 10 25 37 James 1 27 Devotional reading Luke 4 97 36 read aloud. The text emphasizes loving one neighbor as oneself and practical faith in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neghbor
Brilliant English pantomime back with Mother Goose at two theatres
Philip Rodway's brilliant English Pantomime company returns to the Grand Theatre Regina for three days starting December 5 and to Walker Theatre Winnipeg for a week starting December 5 with an entirely new production of Mother Goose. Dan Leno Jr. stars as Mother Goose and Wee George Wood as her son in a lavish extravaganza praised as the finest pantomime. Florence Hunter and Fred Conquest headline, with new costumes scenes songs and dances that promise another season hit.
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Philip Rodway
Grand Theatre
Regina
Walker Theatre
Winnipeg
Canada
Dan Leno, Jr
Mother Goose
Wee George” Wood
Florence Hunter
Fred Conquest
Priscilla
Mr. Rodway
Dominica Citrus Grower Sees Big Canadian Market Push
Captain A D Robertson of Dominica B W I arrives in Saint John aboard the Lady Nelson to announce plans to ship ten to fifteen thousand crates of Dominica oranges and grapefruits to Maritime and Montreal markets next year. He cites seedless Valence trees and 75 degree climate as strengths and credits new Canadian steamship service for industry growth. He and J E Knowlton lead the venture, built on Washington navels grafted on sour stock.
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Dominica
Maritime
Montreal
A. D. Robertson
B.W
Saint John
Lady Nelson
Canadian National Steamships
West Indies
Robertson
California
Washington
J. E. Knowlton
Gordons
Large Australian earthworms exceed human size in Nature report
Naturalists describe huge austral earthworms found in southeastern Australia. Average lengths run four to six feet with a nine foot specimen noted by Charles Barrett. an eleven foot extreme length was reported but not seen on this expedition. Worms hiss when retreating and lay greenish translucent eggs two to three inches long with horny shells.
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Nature
Australia
Charles Barrett
Job Offer Raises Question About Annual Increases
A witty exchange between an applicant and employer questions yearly raises. The applicant jokes about a catch, while the employer confirms raises if performance remains satisfactory.
Fewer Forest Fires Across Canada in Past Summer
By end of September British Columbia reported 2011 outbreaks with half in the southern interior. Prairie provinces saw high area burned and potential heavy losses. Ontario kept timber losses unexpectedly low in five protected districts. Quebec and the Maritimes faced above normal hazard but comparatively modest losses.
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British Columbia
Prairie
Ontario
Patricia
Quebec
Maritimes
The Scientific Fisherman and Temperature Cues
The Looker-On notes modern fishermen carry thermometers showing how water temperature dictates fish presence. Cod favor waters around 62 degrees, guiding preparations for the expected catch near Newfoundland and Labrador coasts.
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London Daily Chronicle
Newfoundland and Labrador
Increase In Life Insurance in Canada
The total life insurance in Canada totals about 6.5 billion dollars, roughly 650 per person, with 7 million policies in force. Canada leads in policy protection, backed by government supervision, and premiums exceed 300 million annually. Over a decade policies and company assets have doubled to about 1.205 billion.
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Canada
Dominion
United States
Department of Insurance
New Rocky Mountain Route Discovered Into British Columbia
A new passage through the Rocky Mountains has been found entering British Columbia via a pass on the western boundary of Jasper Park in Alberta, revealing an unexplored route for travel and exploration.
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Rocky Mountains
British Columbia
Jasper Park
Alberta
Peanut Byproduct Used in Various Wood Stains
The article notes that peanuts are used in the manufacture of several varieties of wood stains. This highlights the role of peanut-based ingredients in coating products and finishes.
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Great Britain
Canadian’ National Railways
Ernas
Pyeas
Lustign Sachse
Leipzig
Nou Iene
Toronto
Christ
God
R. H. Horton
H'm
Jesus
J. R. Glover
Hell
Gehenna
Jerusalem
Charles Brown
Marguerite Wilkinson
Annabelle Worthington
British West Indies
Lees
Ognmentt
Rational Committee
Hewitt Bostock
Senate
Bcience
John A. Chantler & Co., Ltd
Wellington St. W
Toronto, Ont
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