Tanlac Helps Longtime Railman Gain 35 Pounds
Joseph Drouin of 2194 A Saint Denis Street Montreal, a passenger conductor on the Canadian Pacific Railway, reports dramatic weight gain and relief from indigestion after using Tanlac. He attributes earlier weakness to irregular meals and gas, noting his appetite and sleep improved, with a final weight of 210 pounds, ten pounds above his peak. Tanlac is sold by leading druggists.
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Joseph Drouin
St. Denis St
Montreal
Canadian Pacific Railway
Mount Lauriers
Tate
Thef
Tanlac
Giant parachute described for lifesaving air travel
T Orde Lees told the Royal Aeronautical Society in London about a large parachute capable of lifting a whole cabin from a distressed airplane. He noted pilots were told to defer to the pilot in command, and during the war about 200 British pilots jumped from burning aircraft without parachutes at high altitude, all died, with many lives saved had parachutes been available.
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T. Orde Lees
Royal Aeronautical Society
London
Women of Middle Age in Regina Warns of Change of Life
An old Regina notice describes midlife changes including headaches nervousness and sleeplessness. It promotes a herbal remedy claiming relief from those symptoms and general well being, noting benefits for women experiencing these life transitions.
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Regina
Jess
Witch Eater
Spain letters use country first addressing method
The Westminster Gazette questions whether Spain’s envelope format, placing the country at the top then the town, and the recipient on the last line, speeds sorting. The writer notes the country then town guides sorters, while postmen and recipients focus on the addressee’s name, wondering if this contradicts conventional efficiency and why other nations have not adopted it.
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Spain
Westmtinster
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Gains Notable Reputation
For years Mother Graves Worm Exterminator has ranked as a reliable worm preparation and it always maintains its reputation.
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Mother Graves
Directory of Hotels and Boarding Houses by CPR
The Canadian Pacific Railway issued a booklet listing hotels and boarding houses along its lines in Canada. It provides names, proprietors, American or European plan, room counts, daily and weekly rates, and distance from stations to aid tourists planning trips.
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Canadian Pacific Railway
Canada
Skeletons of Warriors Found at Willingdon Hill
Skeletons of fifteen warriors were unearthed at Willingdon Hill Eastbourne during road widening work. An iron dagger was recovered and archaeologists link the remains to post Hastings burials from 1066 near Pevensey Bay where William the Conqueror landed.
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Willingdon Hill
Eastbourne
England
Hastings
Pevensey Bay
William the Conqueror
When Baby Is Ill Promotes Relief With Baby's Own Tablets
A parent testimonial endorses Baby's Own Tablets as a mild laxative to regulate bowels and ease teething. The letters claim benefit for constipation indigestion and colds, and note a 25 cent per box price from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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Desire Theberge
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Loyal Canadian goods urged by patriotic man
The patriotic man stays loyal to country and community. If consistent he prioritizes Canadian made goods in purchases and supports his local dealer.
Ready-made Medicine for All Ailments
No physician needed when Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil is at hand. It eases coughs colds sore throat bronchial troubles and unsheaths scalds burns bruises sprains and aids cuts and sores, proving its effectiveness through use alone.
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Dr. Thomas
British coal imports rely on Canadian shipments amid strikes
A despatch to the London Times notes Canadian coal plays a key role in Britain's supply during the miners' strike. It highlights that nearly all coal cargo vessels arriving at Glasgow are Canadian, underscoring foreign coal's importance in meeting demand.
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Great Britain
London Times
Glasgow
Buy at Home Motto Sparks Local Prosperity Push
A slogan urging residents to keep money in the district surfaces in a community campaign. The call to action emphasizes buying locally and supporting neighbors, with a lighthearted note about perceptive readers catching wordplay. Local businesses note potential boosts to the economy.
Rush For Homesteads Draws 109 Entries Since May 1
Dominion Lands Office reports about one hundred nine homestead filings since May 1 as areas formerly reserved for returned soldiers were opened. Most applicants are newcomers from the British Isles, described as industrious and energetic.
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Dominion Lands Office
Dominion Lands Department
Department
British Isles
Epidemic of dysentery noted in winter use Nerviline
The piece links dysentery to winter conditions and improper eating or cold congestion. It praises Nerviline as a prompt remedy, saying small doses in sweetened water relieve pain and cramps, with a typical dose and price of 35 cents at all dealers.
Wedding Gown Adorns Lace and Meteor Silk Details
Beautiful lace blends with exquisite white meteor in a front and back panel gown. Corsage with wide draped sleeves features lace. Sides cut from lace with irregular cascade panels create a pretty flare. Satin beaded girdle enhances the side bouf, and handmade flowers decorate the shoulder panels. A white tulle veil is held by orange blossoms and white roses.
Freedom of speech and Lenine and Trotsky critics
The Toronto Telegram argues that allowing Lenine and Trotsky followers to speak publicly would reveal the failure of any planned social reconstruction that relies on them, implying their ideas cannot succeed if given influence.
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Lenine
Trotsky
Pla
Toronto Telegram
Secretaries clash with heckler at election meeting
At a British election rally Sir Laming Worthington-Evans, new war secretary, silenced a furious heckler who exclaimed a crude insult. He replied with a sharp retort about wifely duties, prompting laughter from the crowd. Also advertised is Miller's Worm Potters claiming painless de-worming for children.
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L. Worthington-Evans
Sir Laming
United States Eyes SaskatcheWan Lignite Briquetting Tests
The Interior Department monitors Canadian briquetting experiments to gauge potential U S government tests on Dakota lignites. Officials await results before proceeding, keeping a close watch on foreign developments and their applicability to U S energy efforts.
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United States Department of Interior
Saskatchewan
U.S
Interior Department
China Coal Supply To Last At Least A Thousand Years
The article notes that China’s coal reserves remain virtually untouched and are believed sufficient to meet human consumption needs for at least a thousand years at current usage rates. It highlights the enormous potential of coal as a long term energy source.
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China
Looking For a Bite Tramp Exchange at Goad
A brief exchange shows a tramp asking for help along the goad while a lady offers to tether the dog instead one will be pleased to assist. The dialogue hints at a humorous or cautious street interaction with implied consent and social restraint.
PossibLy Your Own Wife Health Tonic Ad
An old advertisement promoting Dr Hamilton's Pills for women's health and vigor. Claims to restore rosy complexion and energy, with sale of pills at a price and distribution via Catarrhozone Co Montreal. Mentions increased homestead entries in the Dauphin lands district and railway wheel paper aims for quieter trains.
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Dr. Hamilton
Catarrhozone Co
Montreal
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Misses the Mark
An old circular promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a tonic and blood purifier claiming it cleanses the blood and restores normal conditions so Nature can work. It urges buying locally and lists F J Cheney Co Toledo as the company.
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Hall
Nature
F. J. ,Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
An Oil of Merit Dr Thomas Electric Oil
A description praising Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a carefully researched remedy. The text asserts it is not a mere advertising jumble but a genuine combination of oils selected for curative effects on the human body. It claims the product proves its healing power on trial and will convince skeptics.
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Thomas
Manitoba Legislature Bans Beav er Killing North of Sarg Line
A Manitoba bill prohibits the killing of beavers north of the Sarg parallel from May 1, 1921, through November 1, 1925, to protect beaver populations in the province.
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Manitoba
Planting a Tree Versus Public Service in Local Quote
A Hamilton Herald quote asserts that while only God creates a tree, nearly anyone can plant one and any person who plants the right tree in the right place performs a public service. The remark underscores community value of thoughtful tree planting and civic responsibility.
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Hamilton Herald
When Brains Are Best British Brain Efficiency Schedule
Psychologists publish a schedule of brain efficiency indicating peak alertness times. The chart lists percentages of efficiency across the day with 8am at 100 percent and variances through the morning to late afternoon, guiding when to place important engagements.
Liverpool's Shipping Share Cited at One-Third in UK
The claim states Liverpool controls about one third of the United Kingdom's total shipping and one tenth of the world's registered shipping. The assertion reflects a strong regional dominance in maritime activity and global fleet registrations, though sources and exact figures are not provided.
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Liverpool
United Kngdom
Saskatchewan River tapping plan for Regina project
The provincial government is giving special attention to a proposed scheme to tap waters of the South Saskatchewan River to meet Regina and nearby demands. The plan envisions a 112 mile pipeline from the river near the elbow to Regina with an estimated cost of seven million dollars.
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South Saskatchewan
Regina
Saskatchewan River
Elbow
Local merchants urged to patronize and strengthen community
Readers are urged to shop at local merchants to build up home pride and support community vitality. The message emphasizes choosing nearby businesses to sustain neighborhoods and economic well being.
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Minard
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CLARK
Vancouver
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Pacific Coast
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Edmonton
Alberta
Looma
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