World Happenings Briefly Told May Edition
News briefs list international and domestic items from May including Canada immigration figures, Emma Brown’s 108th birthday in Hamilton, Cracow granting a philoso phy doctorate to the Earl of Balfour, Vancouver population rise to 226534, Courtaulds planning a Quebec yarn plant, harvest excursions urged by Canadian agricultural groups, a Winnipeg clerks federation plea for fair passage, Irene Geffen becoming a South African woman lawyer, Britain's war loans repayment treaty with the United States starting a 62 year term, Amu gdeen’s failed May 11 trial and possible pole flight delay, and the Norwegian relief expedition being recalled.
Burns and Scalds Heal with Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil
A historical ad-like note states Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil removes fire from burns or scalds with immediate relief. No preparation required. apply directly and pain abates and soon ceases. Handy in every kitchen for quick access.
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Thomas
Stamp Agency At Ottawa Recognizes Canadian Philately
Dominion Postal Authorities have formally recognized stamp collecting in Canada and started a stamp agency in Ottawa to supply collectors with special copies directly. Canada becomes the second country to recognize the hobby after the United States controlled agency.
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Canada
Dominion Postal
Ottawa
United States
Immigration figures show April rise in Canada entries
Immigration figures for April indicate renewed movement into Canada with 9 500 total entries, up 14 percent from April 1921. Among April arrivals 4 671 came from the British Isles, 2 140 from the United States, and 2 699 from other countries. Since January, 22 140 immigrants have entered Canada, with monthly increases of 6 15 22 and 44 percent over the previous year.
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Canada
British Isles
United States
Hnd
Canada flour mill industry growth in fifty years
A historical review shows Canada’s flour milling sector expanding drastically over fifty years with capital rising from 16 million to 62 million dollars, raw material use climbing from 22 million to 165 million, and product value increasing from about 39.9 million to 195 million. Wheat flour exports also surged from 1.9 million to 53.478 million dollars annually.
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Canada
Frost Bites and Chitblains Treatment by Dr. Thomas Ol
Chitblains arise from exposure to cold and slush while frost bite results from icy winter winds. Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil provides a quick soothing treatment, counteracting inflammation and relieving pain with simple application.
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Thomas
Homesteads Filed in Edmonton Area in 1922 and 1923
The Edmonton Land Office reports over 53 000 acres of homestead lands have been filed this year up to early May. A total of 1 500 homesteads were filed in 1922 within the Edmonton registration area, totaling 254 100 acres.
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Edmonton
CATARRHOZONE Claim Amid Medi Cine Ad
An old advertisement touts CATARRHOZONE as a cure for catarrh bronchitis and colds. It promises quick relief by destroying causes and healing effects with a two month treatment priced at $1.00 for large and 50¢ for small, available from The Catarrhozone Co. Montreal.
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Drugeasts
Catarrhozone
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Three More Posts for Mounted Police in North
Three additional Royal Canadian Mounted Police posts will be established this year in the Northwest Territories at Cumberland Gulf on Baffin Island, near Cape Sabine on Ellesmere Island, and at a point on Lancaster Sound. The posts established last year will be resupplied and a judicial party will travel to Pond’s Inlet for the trial of Eskimos accused of killing trader Janes in spring 1921. A naturalist or geologist may join the northern expedition for at least one year to study economic North potential. The new steamship Franklin, suited for annual supply runs, has been purchased and will be used this year for the first time.
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Northwest Territories
Cumberland Gulf
Baffin Island
Cape Sabine
Ellesmere Island
Lancaster Sound
Janes
Franklin
Dr Williams Pink Pills Marketed For Anemia Relief
An advertisement warns of anemia harming thousands of girls and women. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood restoring remedy, citing a testimonial from Emma J Johnston of Clinton Ontario and urging purchase from medicine dealers or by mail for 50 cents per box.
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Dr. Williams
Emma J. Johnston
Clinton
Ont
Sing Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ancient Egypt coffin craft noted in cork
A Philadelphia Bulletin snippet recalls an ancient Egypt craft where coffins were made of cork. The dialogue hints at a comic exchange about appearance and a smiling policeman, reflecting a light feature tone from the era.
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Ancient
Egypt
Lang
Accidents in London Kill More People Than Railways
London traffic deaths last year totaled 595 from automobiles and motor trucks, 63 from motor omnibuses, 53 from horse drawn vehicles, 35 from trolley cars, and 23 from bicycles. Accidents cluster in outer arteries rather than congested points like Trafalgar Square or Oxford Circus where traffic is tightly regulated.
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Britain
London
Great Britain
Trafalgar Square
Oxford Circus
Bank
New Freight Rates Cut Butter Shipments to Winnipeg
Railways implemented new freight rates on May 10 for butter shipments from rural prairie points to Winnipeg and storage points. The rate reduces by about a third for shipments of at least 2,000 pounds that are reshipped within six months.
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Prairiea
Winnipeg
Dr Hamilton's Pills Promoted for Kidney Relief
An old advertisement touts Dr Hamilton's Pills as a kidney remedy. It claims herbs soothe and stimulate kidneys, relieve backache and muscle pains, cleanse the system, and cost 25 cents at dealers.
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Dr. Hamilton
Dr. Hambiston
Toronto Receives Gift From Dominion Park
The Dominion Parks Branch of the Department of the Interior donated two items to Toronto from Banff and Wanwright Parks. Banff contributed three mountain sheep, three mountain goats, and a mule deer while Watewright’s donation is a five year old buffalo ball. The mule deer was warmly received and the mountain sheep startled keepers by leaping the seven foot fence.
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Toronto
Dominion Parks Branch
Department of the Interior
Banff and Wanwright Parks
Banff
Watewright
Ugh Park
Millworker Wins Fortuna Derby Jackpot for Yorkshire Woman
Nellie Ford a millworker from Yorkshire placed a £22,000 fortune via a sweepstake ticket tied to Derby Jack at Otley Club. She drew Papyrus in the £3,000 Otley sweepstake among more than 290,000 players. Ford is described as a hard working mother who spent most of her life in a mill to support her large family. She refused £3,000 for her chance after dreaming fortune awaited her.
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Nellie Ford
Otley
Ford
Lfe
Mit
High Good Deed and Honest Living Thoughts
A Sunday school teacher urges making one person happy each week. A boy says he brightened his aunt’s mood by visiting her. The piece contrasts modest acts with a wary view of bank balances and reputation, noting honesty and loneliness.
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Wile
Qpicago Tribune
Vast timber resources claimed in Saskatchewan survey
The Natural Resources Intelligence Service reports Saskatchewan hosts 7.95 billion board feet of saw material with 3 billion spruce, 4 billion poplar, 800 million jackpine, 100 million balsam, and 60 million larch. Also notes Miller's Worm Powders claim health benefits for children by addressing worm-related ailments.
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Natural Resources Intelligence’ Service
Department of the Interior
Ottawa
Saskatchewan
Prairie Provinces
Real Pleasure in Life and Simple Enjoyment
London Herald quotes the belief that true happiness lies in simple pleasures and the art of living. Wealth and palaces bring no lasting joy if pleasure in life is lost, a reminder that enjoyment defines a meaningful existence.
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London Herald
Demand for Portland Cement Exports Increases From BC Mills
Reports from South America and Mexico indicate rising exports of Portland cement from British Columbia cement mills due to heightened construction activity. The piece also notes a survey finding that men reach age 50 with roughly 28 cattle and one acre of potatoes.
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British Columbia
South America
Mexico
Northward bee keeping in Manitoba praised by official
Deputy Minister J H Evans notes a northern advance in beekeeping as L T Floyd reports Pax residents kept bees through winter. Evans states Manitoba has reached the far north for successful apiculture known to date, while the piece also mentions corns from tight boots and Holloway's Corn Remover as a remedy.
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Dees
J. H. Evans
Manitoba
L. T. Floyd
Holloway
Well-Meaning Hostess Teases Amateur Vocalist
A Yorkshire Post quip notes a courteous hostess telling Mr. Brown never to claim he cannot sing. The exchange highlights gentle social banter about an amateur vocalist, capturing a light moment in a newspaper brief.
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Mr. Brown
Yorkshire Post
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Hamilton
University of
Greater Vacouver
Vancouver
Courtaulds
Province of
Quebec
Quebec City
DW. Ward
Canadian Council of Agriculture
Dominion Railway ‘Mall’ Clerks’ Federation
South African
Transvaal Supreme Court
Irene Geffen
Johannesburg
War Times
Amugdeen
Pole
Norwpetan
Carter
Apie
the Man
Ia. Re E. Co
Aganpaia
Lbont
Pine
Stamp Agency At
Dominion Postal Authorities
Isis
Nellie
Philadelphia Bulletin
Dodds
Tralée
Dominion Park
Wainwright
J. J. Kellogg
Fortuna
Adt
Natural Resources Bulletin
Pas
Downton Express
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BAYER
Lumbago
Ee Mandlacturs
Meng- Thee
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