McAra and Vidette: Pioneer Editor of Indian Head Weekly
The piece traces Jim McAra born 1876 Edinburgh to a family in Regina Territory. He rose from Regina pageboy to private secretary, bought Vidette in 1897, transformed it into a leading Western Canada weekly with 1650 circulation, strong Tory editorial line, and aggressive municipal reform campaigns.
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Regina Court House
Havelock
Lucknow
Scotland
Territories
McAra
Cat
Edinboro
Brandon
Prairies
Regina
Oxteam
Last Mountain District
Old Northwest Council
Page
Dewdney
Joseph Royal
C. H. Mackintosh
Mackintosh
Europe
Justice Richards
M. C. Cameron
James McAra
Jim
Press
McAra Boys
Canada
Northwest
Indian Head
Scottish Pioneers Drive Western Canada's Growth in Print
The article highlights Scotch influence in Western Canadian development from fur trade to settlement. It spotlights James McAra of the Indian Head Vidette as a leading example, noting his rapid rise in newspaper business and strong regional influence.
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Old Caledonia
Island
Territories
McAra
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad with Endorsements and Prices
A historical advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh case. It touts Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney & Co Toledo and includes endorsements from Watprine Kvinas & Marvre and a note on internal use. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills and a constipation remedy with price details.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Watprine
Kivnas & Marvre
Price
Druggion
Picture of Martha Stirs Uncle Goshall Hemlock
Uncle Goshall Hemlock notes a new photograph of his wife Martha looks off to him. He mentally puzzles the image and concludes her mouth appears shut, musing over what might be causing the odd portrayal.
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Martha
Uncle Goshall Hemlock
Sam and Jenny Trade Words After Cowed by Siller
A bachelor farmer marries a neighbor reputed to have money. He buys a horse with part of her money. Upon seeing it she remarks it would not be there without her siller. He counters that she would not be there without it either.
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Winchester Springs
Royal Household
Sam
Jenny
Mrs R H Wright Recovers After Heart Cure
Mrs R H Wright of Brockville Ont describes relief from smothering fluttering and palpitations after using six bottles of Dr Agnew's Cure for the Heart. She says the first dose gave instant relief and within a day the suffering ceased.
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R. H. Wright
Brockville
Ont
Dr. Agnew
Man and woman cite attire in invitation mix
In a playful exchange a woman explains she accepted a ride with Jack because she did not have her walking skirt on. The remark frames social expectations and humor of ready-to-go outings.
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Jack
Beaux Roses Prompt Apologies From Nocoyne
Miss Fleyme-Oh compliments Mr Nocoyne on roses. She notes their beauty and fresh dew. He replies with a promise to pay it tomorrow.
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Miss Fleyme
Mr. Nocoyne
English Spavin Liniment Claims Astonishing Heal
Victorian advertisement promises removal of lumps blemishes and ailments in horses including blood spavin curbs ringbone sweeny stifles sprains and coughs with a single bottle allegedly curing all. State why it costs 50 and claims warrant of wonder.
Duel tale and handicap claim sparks suspicion
A dialogue center on Jimpson’s credibility as he recounts a duel he witnessed. Alleged details include one principal being nearsighted and requesting a handicap, prompting a supposed fix where the other fighter stood six paces closer.
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Jimpson
Bickles Anti-Consumptive Syrup a Popular Cold Cure
The remedy for colds and throat ailments proves highly popular as druggists and patent medicine dealers keep ample supplies. It is described as pleasant to take and said to guarantee freedom from throat and lung disease.
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Bickle
Expert at jiu jitsu turns battered after lesson
A dialogue scene shows a confident jiu jitsu expert arguing about scars from a lesson. The battered fighter deflects questions, implying a harder or hidden struggle behind practiced skill.
Witty Exchange After Alley Brawl Highlights Quick Jiu Jitsu Rebuttal
A taunt about a railroad wreck leads to a boast of jiu jitsu skill. The speaker laments luck hindered by a stubborn assailant who wouldn’t stay still for a decisive strike. The exchange blends bravado with humor in a street confrontation.
South American Rheumatic Cure Alleges Quick Relief for Mrs Chestnut
Mrs Annie C Chestnut reports months of rheumatic misery improved after using South American Rheumatic Cure. She claims two bottles provided relief within two hours of the first dose, contrasting with prior doctors' medicines.
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Annie C. Chestnut
Sol Whitby
Rivalry Sparks Sharp Exchange Over Imitation
A dramatic exchange unfolds as a manager prods an actress to vent venom toward a rival, insisting she utter the word with the same contempt used for an imitation sealskin. The dialogue highlights theater world tensions and professional rivalry.
Lever's Dry Soap Promoted for Woolens and Flannels
An advertisement touts Lever's Dry Soap as a powder suitable for washing woolens and flannels and claims readers will like its use.
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Lever
The Stout Artist Receives A Compliment
The Thin Artist notes a couple viewing his "Storm at Sea" in the R. A. The wife tells her husband to look away claiming the painting makes her feel ill. The exchange ends with the Stout Artist confirming the compliment.
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R. A
Worm Exterminator Pleasing and Effective Against Worms
Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator praised for pleasant use and effective results. Many customers report good outcomes after trying the product.
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Mother Graves
Cherry Ice and Rose Gown Delicate Dining Scene
In a Chestnut Street ice creamery a waitress recites flavors while a young couple debates choosing pistachio or cherry. The woman, noting pistachio would reveal her secret, grips her companion’s wrist to hush him as she explains she cannot eat pistachio in her old rose gown.
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Chestnut Street
Cherry shade wins approval over pale green in store debate
A shopper contrasts colors noting pale green and old rose clash, while praising a cherry shade as beautiful and preferable. The young man reacts with surprise at the suggestion.
Pineapple Tablets Claim Easy Digestion With No Side Effects
An advertisement extols Dr. Von Stan's Pineapple Tablets for stimulating the digestive organs. It promises the user “the good things of life” without bed effects and includes packaging and price in cents.
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von Stan
Clergyman Hopes For Parody Anthology In Store
A young New York clergyman shopping in a department store seeks Carolyn Wells's new parody collections. He asks a saleswoman if the shop carries A Parody Anthology and, after a glance at his clerical garb, queries A Parody on Theology with another clerk.
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New York
Carolyn Wells
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