What Is a Good Government
A Canadian writer rebuts W. S Bennett's claim that all good governments are selfish. He argues responsible government reflects the people and warns that pure self interest would threaten Confederation and provoke constant friction among provinces. He cites Britain’s unselfish wartime actions and cautions against autocratic excess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoo. R. . Bennett
Stratford
Ontario
Mr. Bennett
Washington
Bennett
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canada
Great Britain
Germany
Belgium
Britain
United States
League of Nations
Mackenzie King
Mussolini
Italy
French writer urges stronger ship lighting for safer seas
A noted French writer argues ships lag in adopting modern electric lighting, leaving seas dark at night. He recommends powerful signals akin to automobile headlights to reduce nighttime collisions and illuminate the water better.
Fuller study on powerful electric lighting urged by conference
A fuller study of more powerful electric lighting is urged by the International Conference for the Safety of Life at Sea. The call comes as part of ongoing labors to improve maritime safety and technology.
Holstein Bull Goes East from Raymondale Farm
The Raymondale Farm in Vaudreuil Quebec bought Strathmore de Winton Matchless from Strathmore at the Canadian Pacific supply farm in Strathmore. The junior champion last year at Calgary Edmonton and Saskatoon, he beat Strathmore Neckinley Fairchild Wayne in other shows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymondale Farm
Vaudreuil
Quebec
Canadian Pacific Supply Farm
Strathmore
Strathmore de
Sour Stomach Remedies Highlight Quick Relief
A brief item notes methods to ease sour stomach and induce comfort within minutes. It emphasizes using the most effective search evolved method rather than crude fixes.
All-Steel Plane Joins Britain's Air Fleet
Britain's new all-steel single-seater plane climbs four miles in under 14 minutes with 400 hp Jaguar motor. Equipped with machine guns oxygen gear and heated clothing it reaches six miles and 185 mph. It is designed to take off from a home defense aerodrome to quickly rise above raiders after coast crossing reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Life Was a Burden to Me Before Pink Pills
Mrs. W. J. Dowling of Tottenham Ontario credits Dr. Williams Pink Pills with restoring her strength and color after severe exhaustion and heart palpitations. She reports noticeable improvement after three boxes and recommends the remedy to weak women. A free booklet Building Up the Blood is offered by the Dr. Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario. Pink Pills cost 50c and may be mailed postpaid through druggists.
Canadian National liners boost travel to West Indies
Since the RMS Lady Nelson began the Canada West Indies service in December, Canadian National steamship boats run at nearly full capacity each sailing. Travel from Canada to the West Indies has surged, with more West Indies visitors to Canada in summer when low rates lure business visitors to study Canadian markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
British West Indies
R.M.S. Lady Nelson
Canadian National Steamships
West Indies
Canadian National
Miller's Worm Powders Ad to Restore Health in Children
Miller's Worm Powders claim immediate worm expulsion and overall health benefits. They are described as a complete remedy for children improving digestion and resilience, supporting growth and constitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller
London stable doubles as a zoo for horses
In a London stable, a horsekeeper houses 100 horses with a mixed menagerie. Two Indian monkeys, four wild hares, a vixen, pig eons, rabbits, canaries, and various foreign birds share the space in tight, continual company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Promoted for Children
A pleasant medicine for children, Mother Graves Worm Exterminator, is praised for driving worms from the system and advertised as effective and safe for young patients.
Sunspot cycles linked to bird arrivals and rain in Montdidier
A Montdidier record from 1784 to 1869 shows dates of bird arrivals and rainfall correlate with sunspot variation, with cuckoos arriving about two weeks later at sunspot maximum than at minimum, per Dominion Observatory investigations. Corn Remover promises quick relief from corns despite earlier claims of suffering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montdidier
France
Dominion Observatory
Ottawa
Dance Date Grows Care for Friend Skippy
A caller describes Skippy as the most considerate boy. He asked if the speaker got home safely from the dance he attended last night with Skippy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skippy
Keep Minard's Liniment in the Medicine Chest
A note emphasizes keeping Minard's Liniment in the medicine chest for regular care. It highlights its traditional use for pain relief and its presence as a common household remedy in earlier decades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard
Problem In Iceland Country Offers Great Opportunities
Iceland faces an unemployment tale in Reykjavik with eight men on May 1, six over sixty in ill health. Two recently left jobs seeking better work. With 100000 inhabitants Iceland seeks dirt farmers rather than urban labor to grow agricultural output despite strong soil and climate for crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iceland
Reykjavik
Canadian Fish Industry Described as Growing and Vital
Ottawa fisheries notes highlight the sector's growth and public neglect. The report lists exports totaling 2 071 000 dollars to Australia in 1927 28 and notes a Rose Harbor British Columbia operation catching 20 whales in May for oil meal fertilizer and whalebone use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Australia
Rose Harbor
B.C
British Columbia
Canadian Salmon Maintains First Place In Value Abroad
Canadian fish enjoy strong demand overseas as salmon remains the most valuable catch. Cod ranks second and lobster third in monetary value with sardines also gaining orders from New Zealand and Australia, fueling a growing trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand
Australia
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Promises Quick Pain Relief
The remedy is described as valuable for all who suffer pain and offers hope by easing discomfort everywhere. It is a liniment praised as having the blessing of half a continent and is advertised as on sale everywhere and available on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Eclectric Oj
Valley of a Thousand Falls name given in Mount Robson district
Rev. G. B. Kinney named the Valley of a Thousand Falls in British Columbia after visiting the region with Dr. A. P. Coleman during an attempted ascent of Mount Robson. Also touts Kellogg's Asthma Remedy with eager testimonials and claims universal benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley of A Thousand Falls
Mount Robson District
British Columbia
G. B. Kinney
A. P. Coleman
Mount Robson
Moose Jaw Auto Tourist Camp Expands Facilities
Additional facilities are provided at Moose Jaw Auto Tourist Camp as attendance grows. Last year about 7 000 people used the camp and the present season is expected to see a considerably higher turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moose Jaw
Alberta farm planning advice expansion for ranch houses
Alberta town planning now includes farm planning. Farmers can obtain expert guidance on house and barn layouts and overall farm design to improve efficiency and planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Time to fund rail crossing removal in Canada
Dr S J MacLean of the Dominion Board urges use of the railway crossing fund to remove dangerous level crossings. Parliament allocates 200000 yearly for elimination or improvement, with Alberta Manitoba already using the fund. progress slow but feasible through minor road changes and targeted projects in Saskatchewan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
S.J. MacLean
Dominion Board of Railway Commissioners
Saskatchewan
McLean
Railway Board
Alberta
Manitoba
MacLean
Regina Daily Post
Canadian Teachers' Federation Elects Executives at Quebec Meet
The tenth annual conference of the Canadian Teachers' Federation in Quebec, Edmonton Alberta ended with the selection of the 1931 convention venue to be decided later by the executive committee. Elected to the federation executive were G. H. Ford A J Powell J R Mackay A E Heard J E Robertson Miss L E Brittain H C Ricker J A D Good and C B Jelly from various Canadian cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Teachers’ Federation
Quebec
Edmonton
Alberta
Federation
G. H. Ford
New Westminster
B.C
A. J. Powell
Ford
Sask
J. R. Mackay
Saskatoon
A. E. Heard
Winnipeg
Man
J. E. Robertson
Toronto
Ont
Miss .L. E. Brittaur
Montreal
Que
H. C. Ricker
West St. John
N.B
J. A. D. Good
Truro
N.S
C. B. Jelly
Summerside
P.E.1
Caution Urged on Road Horn Use and Safety Tips
Traffic authority urges horn use as a signal to pedestrians and other drivers while stressing that shouting or horn blasts do not guarantee right of way. The advice warns against rear passing without signaling and emphasizes using head as well as horn for safe driving. A cartoon gag contrasts a waiter and diner about timing of eggs and chicken.
Canadian Inventor Denied U S Entry For Brief Visit
Jack Star of Toronto says he travelled to the United States to show an invention a lighter and more powerful substitute for gasoline but was denied entry for an hour. He claims European travel, support from notable figures, and plans to seek world patents with Detroit attorney Frank Kinzing er.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
General Motors Corp
Jack Star
Grace Street
Toronto
Mr. Star
Canada
Europe
Jacob Starielski
Asia
Sir Herbert Samuel
Palestine
Mustapha Kemal Pasha
Frank J. Kinzinger
Detroit
Chile to hold toothbrush festival in fall distribution
The Chilean Ministry of Education will sponsor a nationwide toothbrush festival next fall, distributing 100 000 toothbrushes to children in primary public schools across the Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chile
Republic
Ministry of Education
Blood's daily oxygen need and a hesitant phrase
A fragment notes a blood oxygen uptake of about two pounds per day and a garbled line about a girl who speeds up to make the best match.
Also Mentioned on This Page
N.W
Holstein Bull
Phillips
Holloway
Putnams
W. N. UL
Firestone
Firestone Fines
Emrache
Castoria
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!