Pioneer editor P G Laurie shaped western journalism
The article honors P G Laurie a key Western Canada newspaper figure, detailing his rise from Cobourg to Owen Sound Windsor and Fort Garry, founding the Nor’Wester and Manitoba News-Letter, creating the Battleford Herald in 1878, and guiding Battleford journalism through war, recession, and growth until his death in 1903. It notes his son Richard C Laurie led the Herald thereafter and chronicles Laurie's military service and civic work.
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P. G. Laurie
Scotland
Canada
Cobourg
Ont
Times
Owen Sound
Essex Record
Windsor
Sir John Schultz
West
Fort Garry
Nor’Wester
Laurie
Lower Fort Garry
Ontario
Dawson Route
Winnipeg
Nor’Western
Manitoba News-Letter
Can Ion
Plains
Battleford
Herald
Richard C. Laurie
Mr. Laurie
Gowanlock
Frog Lake
Middleton
Strathcona
Battleford Herald
Saskatchewan
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertisement with testimonials
An old ad offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh case. It lists Hall's Catarrh Cure from CHENEY & CO Toledo and asserts internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Endorsers Walding Kinnan Marvin advertise reliability and provide testimonials, noting price 75 cents and availability from druggists.
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Hall
Cheney & CO
Toledo
Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Oe Hall
Post Office Clerk Surprise Reveals Marital Tie
An inspector visits a rural post office and finds a woman at the delivery window. He says he thought a man ran the office. The woman sharply replies that the man had indeed been in charge but is now married to her.
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Atlanta Constitution
A Word to Mothers Baby’s Own Tablets Promote Safe Teething
A notice extols Baby's Own Tablets as the sole medicine for children guaranteed free of opiates and poisonous additives by a government analyst. The pills claim to cure stomach and bowel troubles, destroy worms, ease colds and fevers, and teeth through painlessly, giving sound sleep by removing the cause of distress. Mrs. Ralph Judd from Judd Haven Ontario endorses their teething and constipation relief. Sold by stores or 25 cents a box by The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
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Ralph Judd
Judd Haven
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Wealthy Manitoba Farmer Tells Of Cure By Psychine
Mr Robert Squires of Shoal Lake Manitobaowned a thousand acres and spent thousands seeking health. He credits Psychine with curing his severe lung disease after doctors deemed recovery hopeless. He used ten bottles and regained strength as cough and night sweats disappeared. Psychine claims to aid digestion and overall strength and is sold at drug stores or by Dr T A S as Limited Toronto.
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Robert Squires
Sheal Lake
Man
Mr. Squires
Shoal Lake
Dr. T
Poet Debate: Born or Made Through Selling Poems
A witty exchange frames poetry as a born talent versus craft proven by sales. The dialogue contrasts inherent genius with commercial success, hinting that market认可 shapes a poet's reputation.
The Gas Stove Efficiency Guide
Reasons your gas stove may not save money include lighting burners early, baking one item at a time, heating water or cooking in uncovered vessels, placing small vessels on large burners, using large burners for small tasks, leaving flames burning after food is removed, not lowering flame for boiling, and keeping the oven dirty as grease reflects heat instead of absorbing it.
Maple Sugar Pralries from a Historic Recipe
A nineteenth century style recipe describes making maple sugar pralines by boiling a pound of maple sugar in water to prevent burning, then adding blanched almonds and butter, stirring until grainy, and spreading on a plate to cool and cut.
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Vassar
Boy buys cream ruff for sister then eats it
Six year old Harry has ten cents and buys a cream ruff as a Christmas present. He returns smiling but explains to his mother that since the item wouldn’t last until Christmas he ate it instead. The anecdote reflects childlike practicality and humor.
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Harry
Ladies’ Home Journal
English Spavin Liniment Claims Marquis Remedy
An advertisement touts English Spavin Liniment as a cure for horse ailments including blood spavin curbs splints ringbone sweeney stifles sprains and swelling. It promises savings of 50 dollars per bottle and claims the product is the most wonderful remedy known.
Misunderstood insult slips in a thousand meanings
A columnist notes that during cross cultural exchanges a simple remark can be misinterpreted. The piece highlights how Chinese language complexity with many homophones and polysemous words can lead to unintended offense. It cautions readers about language sensitivity and miscommunication risks.
Minard’s Liniment Proves Beneficial for Grippe and Inflammation
A customer testimonial from W. A. Hutchinson praises Minard’s Liniment for relief during a severe La Grippe attack and notes repeated effectiveness in inflammation. The letter is addressed to Minard’s Liniment Co Ltd. and endorses its medicinal value.
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Minard’s Liniment Co., Limited
Minard
W. A. Hutchinson
Saskatchewan Population Change Report
Population figures show a year rise of 70 000 in Saskatchewan with homestead entries totaling 20 401. The overall population is estimated at 325 000, reflecting growth during the period.
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Saskatchewan
Minard’s Liniment Cures Distemper
Comic exchange describes a mistaken theft claim and mistaken identity as a Gains borough figure is misdescribed as a hat in a humorous Town and Country panel. The dialogue highlights a humorous misunderstanding between a husband and wife over a lost item.
Wigg-In Harduppe Faces Rejections From Heiresses
A Philadelphia Record item notes a man who has lost fortunes and proposed to at least six heiresses, all of whom rejected him, highlighting his failed romantic bid and continued misfortune.
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Harduppe
Philadelphia
Consolidation of English Methodists Creates 180000-Strong Church
The three minor Methodist denominations in England unite forming a church of about 180,000 members. Boston’s Theodore Parker Memorial church adds moving pictures, songs, and social science classes to Sunday services. In England during the past year 50 ministers entered the ministry, a drop from 800 per year a dozen years ago. The Boston Methodist Episcopal ministers will send delegates to the Central Labor union without voting rights. Geneva plans to separate church and state with a law taking effect January 1, 1908, following France’s lead.
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England
Theodore Parker Memorial
Boston
Church of England
Methodist Episcopal
Central Labor Union
Geneva
Switzerland
France
Actor delighted by onstage cinema experience
An actor praised being captured on film while performing, saying it was the most extraordinary experience to see himself act. A leading dramatic critic responded with a remark implying a future insight or prediction.
Wolford’s Sanitary Lotion Claims Quick Cure
An advertisement touts Wolford's Sanitary Lotion as a universal remedy curing mange itch and other contagious conditions on humans and animals within 30 minutes. It markets multiple forms and promises rapid relief.
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Wolford
No New Resolutions This Year Says Washington Star
A brief from the Washington Star notes a commitment to keeping last year's pledge not to make further resolutions. The exchange presents a light look at New Year intent and personal vows.
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Washington Star
A Benefactor to All Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil
The advertisement portrays Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a universal aid for soldiers sailors fishermen miners farmers mechanics and laborers facing injuries and ailments from daily toil. It casts the remedy as a faithful friend in times of need for working people.
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Thomas
Canadian Pacific plans $28,320,000 capital increase
The Montreal Witness notes the Canadian Pacific Railway intends a capital rise of 28.32 million dollars. Sir Thomas Shaugnessy and the board express confidence in Canada’s continued progress despite possible global financial setbacks. The move aims to expand facilities to handle expected traffic growth and restore business optimism.
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Montreal
Canada
Canadian Pacific Railway
Canadian Pacific
Thomas Shauganessy
Europe
The Fringe of Art. Vedder in Rome and Capri
The article portrays Elibu Vedder as a bohemian artist living in Rome and Capri. A New York illustrator recalls Vedder’s enduring bohemian charm, and recounts a London visit to Alma-Tadema with a comic scene over trimming scissors.
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Elibu Vedder
Rome
Capri
New York
Alma-Tadema
London
A.T
Cannas in Window Gardens Reveal Varied, Bright Blooms
The article praises the canna as remarkable with orchid like variety and bold colors from pink to lemon yellow. It notes roots must be set out yearly but can be saved indoors, and suggests small canna plants brighten winter window boxes in hallways or offices, while warning dark rooms lack sun.
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Mage'an
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Ping
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Tadima
Vedder
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ST. George's
National Powers & Chemical Co. of Limited
Ayo
Seigels
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