Need For More Interest At The Fourth Delegate Assembly
The Word Organization of teachers in Ottawa urged stronger public opinion on education. Ronald Gould of the National Union of Teachers England and Wales said most education hurdles could be overcome if the public cared as much about schooling as other issues. He blamed a lack of understanding of school aims and activities for many current problems, noting some communities might welcome a more sympathetic public.
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Pourth
the Word Organization of Teachers
Ottawa
Ronald Gould
National Union of Teachers
England
Wales
Gould
Ae Ir
Public Education Costs and Public Support
The public widely recognizes education spending in tax statements yet some view it as a frill to cut in emergencies. Experts argue education is essential to national progress and without robust funding, educators face ongoing public and financial challenges.
School Costs Have Risen
The article notes a growing school population and increased needs for new schools repairs and additions. Teacher salaries rise but often lag general pay, raising public funding demands. It cites Mr Gould at the World Teachers Conference and hopes for stronger public opinion on education costs in Canada.
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Gould
Canada
Little Men Oil Well Flushes Near Leduc Field
Fifty small investors led by Herb Miller report a gusher at the Dewar Leduc No 1 lease southeast of the Leduc Field. The well on Archie Dewar’s farm spurted Aug 2 as tests suggested a new oil pool. Miller, Calmar West Oil executive, and backer David Pryor plan further oil involvement despite grain losses.
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Edmonton
Alta
Alberta
Leduc
Canada
Dewar Leduc No. 1
Archie Dewar
Eral
Herb Miller
Little Man” Company
Miller
Calmar West Oil
David Pryor
Dewar
Saskatchewan soil map praised by UK agriculture head
Sir William Ogg, head of the United Kingdom agriculture mission in Saskatoon, called Saskatchewan's soil-classification map the best in the world. He said British soil classification, after nearly 30 years, is not complete and does not compare with Saskatchewan. He praised Prairie ingenuity in cultivation methods and wheat breeding responsive to climate, insects, and soil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatoon
Saskatchewan
William Ogg
United Kingdom Agriculture Mission
Egg prices to stay high till next November says Ag Dept
The agriculture department stated egg prices in Canada are likely to remain high until next November. A seasonal decline is expected when the 1950 pullets reach sufficient production to lower prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Agriculture Department
Fleischmann
Red Deer Advocate Dominates Alberta Press Awards
The Red Deer Advocate swept top honors at the Alberta division 1950 Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association contest held in Lethbridge. It won best all round paper over 1500 circulation, best editorial page, and best front page, with Vulcan Advocate earning a special honorable mention. The paper also led in commercial printing, with Leduc Representative second and Provost News third.
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Lethbridge
Red Deer
Alberta
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
L. C. Way
Dean Miller
Vancouver
Red Deer Advocate
Lacombe Globe
Drumheller Mail
Vulcan Advocate
Banff Crag and Canyon
Carbon Chronicle
High River Times
Hanna Herald
Leduc
Provost News
Opium Poppies Warned in Vancouver Gardens
Vancouver gardeners were warned they could violate narcotics laws by growing opium poppies. RCMP reported several poppy crops destroyed this year, noting the illegal plants have smooth cabbage like leaves, while the legal oriental poppy bears a furry leaf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
R.C.M.P
World's oldest mine still operating in Sweden
The Dalkarlsberg iron mine in Sweden, claimed to be the world's oldest mine, has run for about six centuries. It is cited as continually productive, reflecting long-term mining activity in the region and its historical significance.
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Dalkarlsberg
Sweden
Trail BC Hosts World’s First Electrolytic Lead Plant
Canada activates a landmark facility in Trail British Columbia as the world’s first electrolytic lead recovery plant begins operations. The mine and processing site aims to recycle lead efficiently, reducing raw metal demand and supporting local industry.
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Trail
Grain Exports At Vancouver Show Increase
Vancouver reports grain export clearances in the first 48 hours of the 1950 51 crop year doubled from a year earlier totaling 559 093 bushels. Three ships were in port plus one on the Fraser for grain cargoes. Elevator receipts rose to 388 128 bushels from 245 cars unloaded while stocks near 12 000 000 bushels and 615 891 on hand at the Fraser River elevator. A full wheat cargo to Chile for August, and fixtures for South Africa and the United Kingdom for September are noted.
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Vancouver
Fraser River
Chile
South Africa
United Kingdom
Quick Witty Bits of Laughter and Wit
A collage of tiny humor vignettes and classroom quips. A reporter notes odd exchanges about success aging and privacy, ending with a bus stop joke where a cigarette motive clashes with public decorum. The scenes mix school, church, and street banter.
Canada not short of money says Bank of Canada report
Edmonton report notes June Bank of Canada figures show May currency and active deposits at 4.479 billion, notice deposits 3.855 billion, and Government of Canada securities 9.711 billion, totaling 18.045 billion. The sum exceeds Canada’s annual national income by two to three billion, indicating the country is not broke.
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Edmonton
Canada
Bank of Canada
Government of Canada Securities
New Paper Mill Planned near Duncan Bay in Campbell River
Lands Minister E. T. Kenney announced a newsprint mill to be built near Duncan Bay in the Campbell River district with an initial capacity of 300 tons daily. The plant will be located about 150 miles north of Victoria.
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Victoria
B.C
E. T. Kenney
Duncan Bay
Here
Campbell River
D D D Prescription Smasine Ly Fast Relief Ad
An advertising notice for D D D Prescription claiming fast relief for itchy skin conditions including eczema pimples rashes and athlete's foot. It promotes a trial bottle of 35 cents with money back guarantee and urges readers to ask their druggist for D D D Prescription.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. D. D. Dennis
Prairie trees and roses bloom on the western plains
Visitors from eastern Canada find the treeless prairie different from expectation as shelterbelts and native trees expand. Indian Head research has produced hardy roses like the Ross Rambler and lilacs capable of extreme cold, while settlers’ introductions and abundant wildflowers enrich prairie gardens and wildlife.
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Canada
Plains
Indian Head
Saskatchehwan
Ross
Britain Sends Pedigree Livestock To Manitoba
The government and people of the United Kingdom will send pedigree livestock to Canada for an auction at Brandon Manitoba in October. Proceeds fund farmer relief after Red River floods earlier this year. Shorthorns Aberdeen Angus Ayrshires Herefords Red Polls Jerseys Suffolk sheep and Large White hogs are included. Livestock will ship from Glasgow to Montreal aboard the S S Salacia in mid August.
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London
United Kingdom
Canada
Brandon
Manitoba
Red River Valley
Glasgow
Montreal
Winnipeg Dog Crowned Best in Regina Show
A Winnipeg exhibit, Personality's I'm The Emperor, a Boston terrier, was judged best in show at Regina Kennel Club's all breed show at the exhibition. The international champion also won the Boston terrier class to bring his total credits to 22 best of breed 18 non sporting groups and three reserve best in show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina
Winnipeg
Cr. Biggar
Regina Kennel Club
Seed Cleaning Plant Planned for Yorkton
The North eastern Seed Co. Ltd announces a seed cleaning plant in Yorkton Sask as work begins immediately under an engaged mill right supervisor. A. M. Thompson, general manager, reported at the shareholders meeting in the council chambers that construction will start at once.
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Yorkton
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R.C.A.F
J. F. Swinton
D. F. French
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Alert
North Pole
French
E.C.A.F
Central Press Canadian
Vancouver Show
Fred
Hopkins
Nel
Orna
Hunk
Lei Caron
Percy Ghent
Britain
Trans-Canada
Trans- Canada
Helse
Sastri Sig
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