Tariff Changes Do Not Affect Apples Says Fruit Commission
The Fruit Commissioner's Branch of the Department of Agriculture says apples are unaffected by recent tariff changes. Fresh fruits see only removal of the war tax, while fresh tomatoes and vegetables keep prior rates. Potatoes from countries with duties on Canadian grown spuds face British preference 12 percent, intermediate 20 cents, or general 20 cents per bushel.
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Department of Agriculture
Canada
Birds photographed on Johnston Lake island refuge
The Dominion government has a party of photographers on Johnston island in Johnston Lake thirty five miles southwest of Moose Jaw. They use movie cameras to capture the island's thriving bird life. The island, once closed to huntsmen, now harbors thousands of birds of many species.
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Johnston Lake
Moose Jaw
Dominion
The Pathos Of Devastation After War Losses In France
The account notes France’s manpower loss six months after armistice with women on streetcars and rails, widespread shortages, and a population drop of 800 000 births. It describes the devastated front, homeless people in ruined towns, and peasants marching northward with scant homes while hope remains for return.
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France
Small but Potent Parmalee’s Vegetable Pills
Parmalee’s Vegetable Pills are small yet effective as a stomach corrector. Known for fine quality, they are in constant demand as a safe simple remedy for stomach disorders and need no introduction to fans.
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Parmalee
Germans Threaten to Burn Zeppelins Near Berlin
Americans report German authorities claim twenty four Zeppelins near Berlin threaten to burn them rather than surrender under the peace treaty terms. Each airship of about 25 tons could fly from Berlin to San Francisco, with some built to carry forty persons.
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Coblenz
Berlin
San Francisco
Keep Children Well During Hot Weather
Every mother knows how fatal the hot summer months are to small children. Cholera infantum diarrhoea dysentery colic and stomach troubles are rife and often a life is lost in hours. Baby's Own Tablets offer protection and treatment for these issues sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Williams' Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Paris Cabinet Studies Urgent Channel Tunnel Plan
Albert Claveille, French public works minister, presented measures to speed up the Channel Tunnel project to the cabinet. The proposal aims to hasten construction of a tunnel linking France and England under the English Channel.
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Paris
English Channel
France
England
Albert Claveille
Telegraph Statistics Canada 1917 telegraph data
The Canada Year Book reports for the year ended June 30 1917 a total of 11 817 517 land messages handled by telegraph organizations up from 10 835 936 in 1916. Cablegrams reached 1 084 956 versus 1 134 905 in 1916. Employees numbered 7 100 with 3 996 male and 496 female operators. Salaries and wages totaled 3 278 450 dollars, up from 2 898 230 dollars in 1916, representing 77.2 percent of operating expenses 4 243 950 dollars up from 68.9 percent in 1916.
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Canada
Coal Strike Thre At Regina Warns Threshing Idle
Hon C A Dunning telegraphed Hon G D Robertson that Alberta coal strikes cause a coal shortage and threaten idle steam threshing outfits unless steam coal becomes available promptly.
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Regina
Sask
C. A. Dunning
Alberta
Livestock Prices Stable Amid Alberta Cattle Sales Delays
Winnipeg reports from Hon. Valen tine Winkler indicate Alberta farmers will delay cattle sales as government purchase plans lag. Calgary agents note a normal market with prices held firm and many farmers holding stock through winter hoping for government aid. An estimated seventy five percent of south of Red Deer stock may need selling, though farmers expect to sell in about a month.
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Winnipeg
Valentine Winkler
Alberta
Calgary
Red Deer River
Lemon Juice Bath for Clear Skin with Orchard White
A home remedy recipe suggests mixing lemon juice with orchard white to create a skin lotion. Strain two lemons into about three ounces of orchard white, shake, and apply daily to face neck arms and hands to bleach and brighten skin. Lotion keeps for months when strained well.
Germany May Release Russians From German Prisoner Stock
Paris report says Marshall Foch informed the supreme council that restrictions on Russian prisoners in Germany are lifted. The Bulgarian army condition was reviewed. Germany may release between 100000 and 250000 Russian prisoners held in Germany.
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Germany
Paris
Marshall Foch
Supreme Council
Wise farmers' never attempt to raise their crops in the political field
A pithy saying notes that farmers should focus on agriculture rather than politics, warning that mixing farming with political ambition undermines practical progress and harvest outcomes.
Treatment for frost bites and chilblains
Frost bites and chilblains result from exposure to cold and slush. Dr Thomas Electric Oil provides instant relief by counteracting inflammation and pain with simple application.
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Thomas
It Is Easier To Start A New Quarrel
A compact reflection notes that initiating a fresh dispute proves simpler than repairing an existing feud. The saying emphasizes the difficulty of reconciliation and the tendency to derail past efforts with new friction.
Do Away With Vices Desire Tipping From Neighbors
Community members express anxiety about curbing vices among neighbors and seek collective action to reduce misconduct and social harm. The note underscores shared concern and calls for practical steps.
Western Canada Coal Fields Show Vast Resources
Three United Mine Workers of America board members visiting Fernie British Columbia praise the province as a major coal region. They note over 1000 acres of proved coal lands with billions of tons and a high percentage of premium bituminous coal. They come to study fields across North America and Europe amid the southern British Columbia Alberta strike.
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British Columbia
Alberta
Fernie
B.C
United Mine Workers of America
Samuel Ballantyne
Iowa
Samuel Caddy
Washington
William Dalrymple
Oklahoma
United States
Minard's Liniment Praised by Ship and Family User
A user commends Minard's Liniment for daily ills and accidents on a vessel and at home. The note emphasizes long-term personal endorsement and loyalty, mentioning the product as indispensable for extended journeys and family use.
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Minard’s Liniment Co., Limited
Minard
Schr. Storke
Andre, Kamouraika
Neighborly Kicks Stir Man’s Sore Temper
A man grows sore each time his neighbors kick him. The brief note records a dispute over neighborly conduct and rising tensions in the block.
Mothers Testify to Virtue of Graves Worm Exterminator
Thousands of mothers praise Mother Graves Worm Exterminator for proven usefulness based on experience with household pest control and relief from worm infestations.
Canada Fourth in Wheat Yield Among Eleven Nations
Canada ranks fourth among eleven wheat growing nations with an average yield of 20.0 bushels per acre, according to statistics compiled by the Department of the Interior. The United Kingdom leads with 31.9, Germany at 31.8, and Austria at 20.2 bushels per acre.
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Canada
United Kingdom
Germany
Austria
Department of the Interior
Strength Of Canada's Wheat Commends It
The baking strength of Canadian wheat is what commends it to the English trade. English mills rely on Canada’s strong wheats, and only a shift to untested varieties could harm Canada’s reputation for high baking strength. Dominion cerealist C. E. Saunders cautions growers to stick to proven varieties.
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England
Canada
Dominion
Dominion Cerealist
C. E. Saunders
Department of Agriculture
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Wark
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Montreal
Prance
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Pamplet
Excelsior Life Insurance CO
Saskatoon
Edmonton
Vancouver
Wagstaffe’s
Real Seville
Western Canada
Canada’s
Wheat Place
Ridely
Eladora
Desdia Broad Hospitals
Gian Odom
Ren
Dominion Shorthorn A. Assoc
W.A
Dream Bu Sons
Hess
Hnezrog
Paige
Thedicin CO
Toronto
Dominion Express
Enson
Little Benson
the Canada Starch Co., Limited
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