Community weighs rising costs in housing building
A Toronto contractor cites a 1940 house costing 4200 would be 7200 today, a 71 percent rise. A mortgage study compares 1940 costs to today showing labor and materials up across common labor 107 percent lumber 54 percent plumbing 80 percent electrical 72 percent millwork 238 percent plaster 81 percent masonry 150 percent. The note urges public awareness of escalating costs before funding commitments.
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Tax Conference Hopes For Unity In Canada Fiscal Plan
Observers call a Dominion provincial tax talks to blend revenue shares and reduce duplication. Rumors point to income tax reform and uniform treatment for MPs and citizens as Ottawa seeks clearer, more efficient budgeting and less discord in labor relations.
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Dominion
Montay
Canada
Ottawa
Local paper maintains $2.00 yearly rate as costs rise
The Only Thing Not Increased Newsprint adds $6 per ton and 43 percent since January 1938. Daily papers push price to 4c per copy while the local paper keeps $2.00 yearly in advance. Subscriptions must be paid in advance. reminders will be sent two weeks before termination. The plan mirrors other institutions as costs climb. New subscrib tions possible with returning Canadian subscribers.
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United States
Canada
City budget strains rise as grants fail to cut taxes
The article argues that upcoming municipal improvement projects face funding hurdles as building and service costs climb. It notes education grants have not reduced taxes and blames school boards plus broader municipal expenses, calling for caution before new sewerage and other costs are adopted.
Canadians' spring memories of England deepen Browning's theme
The piece recalls many Canadians cherishing springtime England while others return home or find nostalgia elsewhere. It notes memories of English landscapes, rain, pubs, and gentler days, contrasting those who stayed with those who came back from war fronts and abroad.
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Browning
England
Apul
Sussex
Surrey
Downs
Devon
London
Italy
Editorial Notes on Time Changes Taxes and Sports
Editorial observes daylight saving time changes on rail schedules and evening outlets. It notes hockey extending into baseball season in pro circuits but not in smaller centers due to weather. It questions municipal grants and rising taxes despite aid, suggesting a hidden catch in second-year applications.
Weather Order Suggestion for Local March April Swap
Local suggestion proposes renaming the first four months January February April March to fit weather patterns. The Courier notes a two year pattern of April weather appearing in March and predicts a repeat this year.
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Digby N
Courier
Gains and Losses in City Inventories
The article outlines why businesses and towns should perform regular inventories to assess gains or losses. It explains depreciation as wear and tear on buildings or equipment and notes that communities must account for diminishing value to stay competitive with neighbors.
Seasonal forecasts urged by astronomer
Australian researchers led by W. L. Clapham advocate solar observations to predict seasons for erosion control and farming planning. The VIC Astronomical Safety official says forecasts could guide mowing, loan decisions, firefighting equipment, public works, and project timing to avoid losses during heavy rain or drought.
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Melbour Australia
Cry
Australia
Victorian Astronomical Safety
W. L. Clapham
Paris Fashion Critics Warmly Welcome Spring X
Paris designers Patou Paquin and Piquet unveil spring collections praised for wearability and style. Fatou favors short day dresses with sharp waist emphasis while Paquin emphasizes full coats and glittering evening cloths. Piquet offers padded shoulders and sheer pleats with tall pleats. hats remain boaters.
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Paris
Paria
Jean Patou
Paquin
Robert Piquet
Hkut
Fatou
Madison doctor Joyce Bashsler clinic notice
Fragmentary OCR notice from Madison lists Dr H G Joyce Bashsler with an address near Ball Tel Cea Mil and Mein Ul Day 22 PIONS Night Si. No clear outcome or event details available.
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H. G. Joyce Bashsler
Madison Phywielan
Gurgesm
Ball Tels
Mein Ul
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