Bank of Health and Wealth: Thrift for Life
The piece urges saving from youth via bank account habits for education and future independence. It compares financial thrift to health thrift, urging regular medical exams and preventive care, stressing deposits of healthy habits like diet, exercise, rest, and annual checkups to catch diseases early. Health is described as a personal bank with penalties for waste and rewards for prudent care.
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Ruth
Bank of Health
World’s First Talkie Sign Debuts Before Rotarians
A talkie sign debuted before 3,000 Rotarians in North Sacramento with George D. Gaw of Gaw-O’Hara Envelope Co responsible. The 50 by 20 foot sign spoke of Chicago’s schools churches parks playgrounds libraries universities boulevards police and other civic assets. The sign will voice future records praising the city during the Century of Progress.
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Chicago
George D. Gaw
Gaw-O'Hara Envelope Company
Sacramento Boulevard
Gaw
Motorist Held Responsible For Train Wreck Writ
District court ruling in Ulinois holds a motorist liable for derailment caused by driving over railroad tracks. The railroad sought 29000 dollars. a verdict of 10000 dollars was upheld on appeal by the higher court, confirming the motorist must pay for wrecks under certain conditions.
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District Court
Southern District of Ulinois
Legal Department
The
American Motorists’ Association
Tornado Speeds Range From Slow to Swift
A tornado may travel as slowly as ten miles an hour or as fast as sixty, indicating wide variation in storm motion and potential warning times.
Lead Mines of Spain and Britain Worked in Ancient Times
Discovery notes that lead mines in Spain and Britain were exploited over a thousand years before Christ. The statement highlights early metalworking activity and long-standing mining traditions in European regions.
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Spain
Britain
Manuscript Fire Inquiry Reveals Air Mail Accident
Editor Roy Long of Cosmopolitan found two stories burned in a damaged manila envelope sent from San Francisco by Peter B. Kyne. A National Air Transportation report details an accident near Curwensville Pennsylvania, with pilot Henry J. Brown, 1,421 pounds of mail, a failed motor, and a safe landing but a burned plane.
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Roy Long
Cosmopolitan Magazine
San Francisco
Peter B. Kyne
Long
National Air Transportation
Curwensville
Henry J. Brown
Cleveland
Clearfield Mountains
McWin
Williamsport
Trees Show Hidden Thinnings Revealed by Precision Tools
Scientists report reversible variations in tree girths with precise instruments. Trees can shrink by very small amounts in trunk bulk, often unnoticed until recent measurements. The finding highlights natural fluctuations in growth patterns and the subtle dynamics of woody structures.
Douglas' Egyptian Liniment Quick and Certain
An 19th century advertorial note touts Douglas' Egyptian Liniment as quick and certain for stopping bleeding instantly and cauterizing wounds. It claims to prevent blood poisoning and treats muscular rheumatism and related pains. The brief copy emphasizes reliability and rapid action for common injuries.
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Douglas
New York Toast Response Telephoned to London
A New York address replying to a toast was transmitted by telephone to London. The remark implies science can be cruel in its consequences and reach.
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New York
London
New coin operated machine dispenses soda in fresh cups
A newly installed coin in slot device serves soda water in unused paper cups. The machine operates without prior cup use, offering a sanitary option to customers. No injuries reported and operation appears standard with public access available.
Four Doses Relieved Bad Attack of Cholera
Mr W J Cooper recounts arriving in Canada with his family and a six year old son suffering cholera. An attendant advised Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry available in Winnipeg. After four doses, the child recovered by the next morning and was cheerful again.
Northern Air Tour Opens Arctic Supply Caches Probe
A government detachment of two seaplanes will depart Rockcliffe Aerodrome on a long air tour to inspect aeroplane supply caches in the Canadian Sub-Arctic. Led by Flight Lieut Mawdesley and Flight Sgt Wynny the mission aims to map air routes across Mackenzie River Basin Great Slave Lake and Coronation Gulf and return to Ottawa before freeze up.
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H. J. Winny
S. C. Dearway
Cc. S. McDonald
North West Territories
Mackenzie River
Great Slave Lake
Coronation Gulf
Canada
Hudson Bay
Churchill
Arctic Circle
Ottawa
Summer heat dangers for babies cure with Baby's Own Tablets
Summer heat endangers infant health as diarrhoea cholera infantum dysentery and colic surge among youngsters. Prompt aid is urged with Baby's Own Tablets to regulate bowels soothe the stomach and keep babies healthier. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams' Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Regulation bans altered cattle at Edmonton Exhibition
The Edmonton Exhibition prize list forbids any animal altered to change natural conformation from exhibition. Competent veterinarians will inspect cattle to enforce this rule, aligning with broad concerns over cutting ties and surgical treatments for show ring purposes.
Ten Years Of Asthma Remedy Gains Wide Recognition
After a decade of use Dr J D Kellogg's asthma remedy is praised as the sole relief for a grateful user and presented as one case among many. The product is described as the market's recognized remedy with never failing effectiveness and ongoing fame as the greatest asthma specific available to sufferers.
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J. D. Kellogg
Chicago Stock Exchange mulls Canadian member admission
The governing committee recommended amending the constitution to admit Canadian citizens. If not disapproved within ten days, the change will take effect. Plans were announced to extend the ticket service into Canada within six months.
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The
Chicago Stock Exchange
Canada
Largest London birthday cake marks 126th Bible Society year
The British and Foreign Bible Society celebrated its 126th birthday with a 126 pound cake bearing 126 candles. The cake featured a Chinese motif and was recently cut and shared.
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London
British and Foreign Bible Society
Waterfowl Census Volunteer Effort Expands North America
Hundreds across Canada and the United States volunteer to assist in a waterfowl census. The effort aims to determine changes in duck and goose populations, providing valuable data beyond a strict count.
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Canada
United States
North America
Minard's Liniment Cold Relief Ad
An 1848 advertisement notes Minard's Liniment provides instant cold relief. The item highlights W N GU as the brand indicator and promotes quick soothing effects.
Professor W. Carrothers Leaves Saskatchewan for British Columbia
Dr W Carrothers professor of economics at the University of Saskatchewan will leave Saskatoon in August to join the University of British Columbia where he will serve in the economics section of the combined departments. Born in Ireland he came to Canada in 1911 and earned a BA from Wesley College in 1916. He has DFC and Croix de Guerre, studied at Edinburgh, and wrote Immigration from the British Isles 1929. He has been active with the Canadian Legion and recently alderman on Saskatoon city council.
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W. Carrothers
University of Saskatchewan
University of British Columbia
Saskatoon
Fermenagh
Ireland
Carrothers
Belfast
Canada
Wesley College
University of Manitoba
Carruthers
44Th
Canadian Infantry
Air Force
D.F.C
Edinburgh University
J. Shield Nicholson
British Isles
Canadian Legion
Provincial Command
Implicit Imperial Conference aims in free debate
Right Hon J H Thomas announces Britain will join the Imperial Conference unfettered by prejudice or bias to discuss unemployment and war burdens. He claims all U S material resources and wealth lie within the British Empire and vows an honest, single minded search for solutions.
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J. H. Thomas
Dominions
Colchester
Essex
Thomas
Great Britain
United States
New U S Minister to Canada Faces Busy Days Ahead
The Senate confirmed Colonel Hanford L. MacNider of Iowa as minister to Canada without a record vote. He will navigate Canadian resentment over the tariff bill and border prohibition enforcement, while immigration law administration also needs reform, with many busy days ahead for MacNider.
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United States Senate
Hanford L. MacNider
Iowa
Canada
Colonel MacNider
Memphis
War Ministry reports Japanese built planes meet high standards
Army airplanes built entirely in Japan have proven highly satisfactory per the aviation department of the ministry of war. Two scout planes completed night flying tests meeting safety, speed, and airworthiness requirements. Production is expanding at Kawasaki and Mitsubishi dockyards.
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Japan
Aviation Department
Ministry of War
Kawasaki
Mitsubishi
Bishop Recalls Profanity On The Road In Car Comment
In a humorous exchange, Minard's Liniment for all strains is cited as a setup. The bishop says he never knew until he got a car that profanity is so prevalent. He notes that nearly everybody he bumps into on the road swears dreadfully.
Montreal Still Leads as North American Grain Port
Montreal remains the top grain exporting port in North America despite Canada’s slowed movement in 1929. The Montreal Harbor Commissioners’ report compares volumes: Montreal 90,694,208 bu. New York 68,895,992. Galveston 35,746,057. New Orleans 18,279,799. Baltimore 17,600,049. Philadelphia 9,419,595. Boston 4,104,479. Portland Me 2,427,655. Newport News 1,623,785. Mobile 1,115,659.
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Canada
Montreal
North America
Montreal Harbor Commissioners
New York
Galveston
New Orleans
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Boston
Portland, Me
Newport News
Mobile
Uncooked Salad Dressing Recipe for Fresh Summer Dishes
A simple warm weather favorite blends eggs salt mustard vinegar and Eagle Brand Milk to create a quick uncooked salad dressing. Beat all ingredients except vinegar, add vinegar, then let stand a few hours to thicken for weeks of use.
Persian Balo beauty cream promises alluring complexions
The advertisement extols Persian Balo as magical for creating complexions. It claims gentle rubbing invigorates the skin, brings youthful beauty, and provides fragrance, cooling relief, and protection against rough weather chafing. It positions the product as an unrivaled aid to beauty and charm.
Optimist quotes about last year's advertising and this year's business
A Regina Leader-Post line notes an optimist expects to run this year’s business using last year’s advertising. The remark highlights optimism about marketing efficiency and persistent ad reliance.
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Regina Leader-Post
French Evacuation of the Rhine Reported Hurried Departure
Paris based La Liberte claims the Mainz and Wiesbaden withdrawal involved hostile crowds and rapid movement amid incidents, contrasting later official statements. The Lokal Anzeiger called it a precipitated departure while Gen Guillaumat asserted a normal, incident free exit in Paris. Tirard affirmed Allied trust in German good faith.
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Mainz
Wiesbaden
Paris
la Liberte
Guillaumat
Lokal Anzeiger
M. Tirard
Germany
Reich
Feather Count Revealed in Hen Study Contest
The contest winner measured a hen and counted each feather, determining an average of 8,120 feathers on the bird. The careful dissections and tallying showcased meticulous enumeration of plumage.
Time's quick pace tests forgiveness at Christmas
A reflective thought on how time slips by quickly and an annual cycle of forgiving and giving recurs each year, highlighting the looping nature of holiday rituals and human relationships.
Talkies in German Shown in Helsingfors Finland
German language sound films were presented in Helsingfors Finland drawing some audience interest. The event highlighted growing attention to synchronized sound cinema in the region and showcased recent German productions to local moviegoers.
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Helsingfors
Finland
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Wild Cin
Sub-Arctic
Edmonton
Minard
W. N. GU
Saskatchewan
Dr. W. Carrothers
U.S
Cannada
Eno
the Rhine
Appleford
Hunter-Martin & CO
Regina
SASK
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