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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 13, 1921
Page
3
A garbled note describes a plant called a tree that bears fruit like a freshly baked loaf. It mentions lace, water, and a water-bleaching process. The passage attributes the loaf-like fruit to a tree flourishing in the South Sea Islands and calls it the bread tree.
Notice proclaims testimonials from notable figures across Amenea praising MINARIUS LENT MENT, touted as the best of Household Remedies. Mentions MINARD'S LINIMPONT Co, LID, with a branch factory in St John’s.
The Saskatchewan division of the Red Cross remitted 100,000 to fund relief efforts for destitute children and orphans in Central Europe as part of the War Relief Campaign. Also mentions Parmelte’s Vegetable Pills and Tomsk Technological Institute as noted items in the era.
A fragment from a period medical notice warns that neglecting liver health leads to biliousness and recurring illness. It attributes chronic headaches digestive issues backaches and kidney discomfort to liver problems and promotes a well known medicine as a remedy.
A historical report recalls Bank of Montreal appointing new directors including Dora Green and Currie, describing governance movements, wartime ties, and public ceremony notes. It chronicles Currie’s career from Ontaro birth to teaching, then service with Canadian forces at Ypres and Flanders. The piece links Currie to McGill University and notes a royal reception in 1907.
Ontario's population for 1919 is estimated at ARB S25, up SA per cent from the previous year. Cities hold 30 per cent, towns 52 per cent, and two municipalities 27 per cent. Births declined by 19345 despite 62,774 here, with 64.90 more male births. Deaths registered reached TOI, down 9028 from last year. The overall rate per 100 population fell from 2523 in 1918 to 129 in 1919 for Ontario.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Minard’s Liniment for diphtheria and highway conditions on the Hamilton Toronto route. It notes decontrol of the highway, a long stretch of road in Ontario, and attempts to clear snow with motorized plows attached to trucks. Weather and road status implied.
Alberta banking shows stronger conditions in 1920 with Calgary reporting total clearings of 83,000,000 and 438,073,277 for the year, up from 1919's 350,11,589. Edmonton totals reach 62,000,000 in gains and 205,273,849 for the year, rising from 233,000,784. Both cities show steady annual growth despite lower farm prices.
A garbled 20th century field note mixes farm work and living costs with health concerns. References to threshing, cattle, and injuries appear alongside stray names and prices. The text mentions healers, families, and payments, but specifics are unclear.
Ancient wells once dug by Abrahar are now fitted with qaedra pumping gear and supply water, but only three are currently known. Bedouins still use them to water flocks, with the original “Well of the Teeth” noted in Genesis as dug by Abrahar.
Inhalation therapy is promoted for catarrh and throat trouble. The ad claims Catarrhozone delivers a healing vapor directly to the nasal passages and throat, claiming relief from colds, coughs, and bronchial irritation without stomach dosing. It asserts quick relief, safety, and guaranteed recovery.
The obituary notes Tom Reeves of Ontario produced fame and ties to notable figures, including Chief Justice Falconbridge and Sir Walram Mintoch. Reeves, once a frequent host for provincial judiciary guests, died in Vancouver where an elevator operator position marked his final occupation. He claimed past financial losses in New Zealand and expressed contentment with ongoing work prior to death.
War tax stamps drove an $8 million rise in Dominion excise revenue for November, with tobacco and site taxes adding pounds and dollars to push total excise income to about $13.42 million. The report notes Inland Revenue figures and highlights stamp duties as the main contributor.
An old advertisement promises a $100 reward for a cure of catarrh claiming a remedy called Halls Cal-Tarri medicine Internal use through the blood strengthens health and aids recovery. It asserts several therapeutic effects and offers $108 for care of catarrh, with free Deraggeests FE Te Oria and a Toledco company name.
A digest of international and domestic items notes Bolshevik forces in a cap region, recalls a historic letter to General Wolfe, mentions vessels and trade talks, and reports on civil service regulation, teachers pensions, and a fatal gas burn incident. Also covered are militia raids, ship exports, and provincial funding milestones.
A campaign evangelizing the Baline Tablets as the best remedy for smoother bowels. Montpelier mothers report thousands of satisfied users noting mild yet thorough laxative effects with no habit forming drugs. Sold by reedivitte dealers or by mail at 2 1/2 cents. address: Dera Williams.
A misread lecture notes claim that MWibu plants emit dangerous charges and that chloroform affects plant life. The piece asserts sensational plant responses to chemicals and seasonal dormancy, citing Bose at University College London.
J S McKinnon of the Canadian Manufacturers Association in Toronto urged Canadians to stand shoulder to shoulder as in wartime and keep an optimistic outlook to materialize better trade conditions in the coming months.
Chicago officials announce bars on motion pictures depicting criminals in action. Chief Vitguiersis orders city film offices not to issue permits for any photoplays showing a crime committed, even if the plot suggests the criminal is caught. The note urges attention to dangers of asthma and relief methods, mentioning Dr J D Ketlong.
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