White Pine Cull Demand Drives Low Grade Lumber Boom
The North American lumber market, including Ontario, shows strong demand for low grade pine cull stock. Mills prefer box material made from culls, pushing previously discarded timber into saleable products. The trend links U S and Canadian markets as even firewood grade timber gets converted into value, boosting overall revenue for the lumber trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Pine
Canada
Toronto
Ontario
United States
Patrick Returns from India War Front
Patrick, once a sturdy Irish lad, returns home invalided from a campaign in India after hard service. He meets his cousin Timothy at Southampton, looking gravely thin and troubled, while vowing to recover his strength and prove his true Irish birthright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick
India
Erin
Southampton
Timmothy
Patsy
Tim
Advertising on a New Merchant Ad Size Question
The exchange weighs ad size against potential customer flow as a joke about how much space a store can handle before drawing in too many patrons including a dig at basement capacity.
The sentimentalist enot with a desk photo keeps steady work
A man who keeps a photograph of his wife and kids on his desk is described as sentimental yet dependable in his enot role. The piece portrays him as reliable and steady in his duties despite the tender personal reminder.
Summer girl resigns in favor of cuddiesome rival
A brief item notes the summer girl resigning in favor of the cuddiesome girl, shifting roles or positions within a local scene. The move highlights a change in who holds a referenced title or position amid ongoing community events.
Two Pointers On How To Cure A Cold
A newspaper notice explains early action against a cold and endorses Na-Dru Syrup of Linseed Licorice and Chlorodyne. It claims the syrup is safe for children, pleasant tasting, and quickly relieves throat irritation while loosening mucus and stopping the cold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ist
National Drug and Chemical Co. of A, Limited
Etiquette of War Customs and Prisoner Rights
The article outlines the customs of war including rules protecting the Red Cross, crowding limits on poison, and the treatment of prisoners. It explains paroles, escape risks, compelled labor, spies, traitors, and the role of commanders and bombardment ethics among civilized nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Sabbath Jest From Glasgow Folly Explains Toole Story
A Glasgow lecturer recounts J. L. Toole leaving a hotel on a sunny Sunday. A policeman accuses him of mischief, Toole asks what he is doing and jokes he is not even whistling. The officer retorts that he looks as happy as it were Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glasgow
J. L. Toole
George Square
Toole
Discharged Prisoner Pleads Guilty To Soda Water Fraud
A defendant pleads guilty to adulterating soda water labeled as soda water. The judge notes no law against impurities in sody water and orders the man released. An officer directs the discharged individual to leave the courtroom.
Edward Uses New Machine to Clean Bank Notes
Edward cleans up ten thousand dollars yesterday using one of the new machines for altering bank notes. Edwin asks how he did it and Edward replies it was easy with the device.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
Edwin
Monkey and Bear Fight Prompts Protests at Music Hall
Scarborough magistrates heard Ken John Hendrickson, owner of an animal circus, summoned for cruelty to a bear and a monkey after a Monday night fight at the People's Palace. The monkey allegedly wore a heavy neck weight, sparking public outcry, and fines were set at five dollars plus costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scarborough
Ken John Hendrickson
People’s Palace and Aquarium
John Johnson
Pink Pills for Pale People Backed by Testimonial
Advertisement touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for anaemia in women and girls, claiming new blood and relief from headaches nerv ness and fatigue. A Canadian customer from Whitehall Ontario testifies to recovery after using nine to ten boxes, with price details and purchase options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Dr. Wiliams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Matter of Taste
A young man who showers a girl with flattery but shyly avoids spending is finally confronted outside a confectioner shop. She rebukes him by shifting the focus from her beauty to her sweet tooth, signaling a change in their relationship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Carnegie’s Niagara Falls Tale of A British Stoic German
Andrew Carnegie recounts taking a German financier to Niagara Falls where the German, unfazed by the roar, finally asks what a wonders’ sight is by replying in a blunt, indifferent tone Vat's to hinder it. The anecdote highlights cultural differences in expressing awe at natural wonders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
America
Niagara Falls
Mr. Carnegie
Wise Man Questioning War Echoes in Parable
A proverb prompts reflection on conflict as a wise man is asked if war is best and answers in the negative, suggesting caution before battle and value of peace.
Not Following Father’s Footsteps Shapes Boys’ Habits
Quote notes that many boys adopt good habits by avoiding their fathers’ examples. It highlights parental influence on youth behavior and the lesson that contrary behavior can guide positive choices.
Strenuous minister dispenses religion by the pound
A forceful preacher distributes religious services in quantity, offering broad outreach to followers. The speaker emphasizes prolific ministry, delivering sermons and guidance to a wide audience across communities.
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Pound
Shaw's Schools Prominent Business Training Network
The Central Business College Toronto and four city branches, plus Shaw Telegraph and Railroad School and Shaw Correspondence School, form Shaw's Scisiness. They train youth for business careers with strong salary prospects, and the annual curriculum is mailed free upon request to A. H. Shaw, President, Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Business College
Toronto
Central Telegraph and Railroad School
Shaw Correspondence School
Shaw
A. H. Shaw
Six Year Old Bobbie Reveals Family Night Out
On a Saturday night at eight, six year old Bobbie sits in his cot and tests if his family will leave him awake. He calls for Jack and then for Mummie, hugs them briefly, then claims they are going out without him after sensing their fresh soap fragrance.
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Bobbie
Brother Jack
Master Bobbie
Mummie
Kellogg Dysentery Cordial Promises Quick Relief
The advertisement promotes Dr J D Kellogg's Dysentery Cordial as effective for acute summer stomach and intestinal distress. It claims immediate action to calm irritation and pain and urges prompt use for relief.
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J. D. Kellogg
Thermometer Etiquette in a Coal Town Tale
A Pennsylvania coal town physician tells of a phil anthropic doctor who gives each household a thermometer and stresses temperature care. A patient reveals she keeps the device high by hanging it inside and watches it not rise. When it climbs above 70 degrees she removes it outdoors to cool.
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Pennsylvania
The average woman knows more about her neighbor than she knows about herself
A reflective line contrasts social curiosity with self understanding, suggesting women often learn more about others than their own inner lives. The quote frames awareness as limited by outward observation versus internal knowledge.
Seed Grain and Potatoes Distribution for Canadian Farmers
The Hon. Minister of Agriculture announces a free mail distribution of superior grain samples from Ottawa for Ontario and Quebec potatoes from expert Ottawa supply. Farms must submit separate signed applications with soil details and prior experience, one grain and one potato sample per farm, no printed farm forms, and apply early before January end.
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Ottawa
Ontario
Quebec
Dominion Cerealist
Central Experimental Farm
Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy Ad Claims Wide Success Across Continents
An advertisement extols Dr J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy promising relief for asthma sufferers. It emphasizes a long record of success across the continent and beyond, urging readers to inform a relative in distress.
A Matter of No Importance
Little Kitty sprawls across a sheet with wild dots and marks while her mother discovers she is writing to a friend. Kitty insists she is writing though she cannot read, shrugging off the misgiving with a calm, innocent reply.
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Kitty
Darling
Lillie Smith
Mumsie
Wilson and Nelson Exchange Pabst Like Banter
In a brief, old time chat two men named Wilson and Nelson trade quips about rolling cigarettes and the need for exercise. The exchange captures a casual rural moment with a hint of humor.
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Wilson
Nelson
Old Chappie
Tailors Measure Railway Staff For New Suits At Station
A traveller witnesses a bell to signal a locomotive with a single carriage. Three railway workers stand at attention as a man in a carriage takes notes. The station-master explains the scene as the company tailor measuring staff for new suits, and the traveller buys a sandwich in shock.
Very Evident Bon Vivant Shows Maiden Aunt His Vault
An old bon vivant with a fine establishment tours his maiden aunt through the place proudly boasting treasures from Lippincott's. He grants a peek at his wine cellar, declaring she is the first woman to enter, but she notes the cobwebs fill the cellar.
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Lipp
Chateau Macdonald links Edmonton hotel to founder legacy
The article notes the Grand Trunk Pacific hotel in Edmonton honoring Sir John A. Macdonald while recounting that the original settler John Macdonald founded the area near the Saskatchewan River in 1789. The piece highlights double ties to the city’s origin and Dominion history.
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Grand Trunk Pacific
Edmonton
John A. Macdonald
John Macdonald
Garth
Hudson's Bay Company
Saskatchewan River
Plains
Chateau Macdonald
Dominion
Town Band Leader Stirring Play Moves Audience
The audience reacts with tears as the town band performs a moving piece. An oboe player notes sentiment comes from the performance itself, not the music.
Actress Revels In Praise As Self image Grows
An actress embraces the acclaim she receives, viewing herself as a rising star amid flattering attention and public praise.
Rheumatism Cure Claim From Ontario Reader
Mr W G Reid of Flamilton Ontario writes of long stopping pain from Muscular and Inflammatory Rheumatism. He credits Gin Prus with curing him after eight boxes and endorses its use for rheumatism and kidney disease. Price listed 6 for 2 50. Sam free you write and skal Co. of Canada medical Matas 132.
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W.G. Reid
Flamilton
Ont
Cay
Sam Free
Scal Co
Canada
Sical Matas
When My Pa Is Awake He Sits In Quiet State
A fragment notes a father figure who stays still and silent when awake. The speaker wonders if he is broken or rusted and fears he must be fixed to wake up. The tone is reflective and uses childlike imagery.
Leap Year Proposal Sparks Cheer Among Widows
A playful observation notes that not all young widows are merry, but some may brighten if a marriage proposal comes with a yes before the leap year ends.
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Scott
W.N.U
Mux
Shaw’s Schools
Dominion Experimental Farms
Post
Canadian Postum Cereal Co., Ltd
Windsor
Main ST
Winnipeg
Deere
C.P.R
Walker House
of Plenty
Geo. Wright & Mack Carroll Proprietors
Keystone Dehorner
R. H. McKenna
Robert St
Sanford
The
Domestic Specialty Co., Ltd
Hamilton
Papa
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