Appointment of Dr E S Hopkins as Dominion Farm Director
Dr E S Hopkins appointed director of the Dominion Experimental Farms succeeding Dr Archibald who retired. A Lindsay Ontario native, he holds degrees from Wisconsin and Cornell and Cornell soil chemistry work. He joined Ontario Agriculture in 1911 and taught at Vermilion. He has worked on soil surveys across several provinces including Alberta.
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E. S. Hopkins
Dominion Experimental Farms
Canada
Dr. Hopkins
Efs Archibald
Lindsay
Ontario
Hopkins
University of Wisconsin
Corneill University
Ontario Department of Agriculture
School of Agriculture
Vermilion
Cornell University
Alberta
Fourth Director of Dominion Experimental Farms Named
In 1926 Dr. Hopkins was appointed Dominion Field Husbandman at the Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa. He directed experiments in farm machinery fertilizer and crop rotation and had served twelve years as associate director and acting director. He is the fourth man to hold the post since 1886, following Dr. William Saunders Dr. J. H. Grisdale and Dr. Archibald.
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Hopkins
Dominion
Central Experimental Farm
Ottawa
Boen
Archibald
Dominion Experimental Farms
William Saunders
J. H. Grisdale
Work Of Value To Farmers
Dr. Hopkins assumes direction of the 1200 acre Central Experimental Farm at Ottawa and heads 28 branch farms 24 sub stations and 10 branch laboratories across Canada. The Dominion Experimental Farms system advances farming through scientific methods and regional studies aiding local progress. Hopkins brings broad experience to lead the large organization toward continued agricultural advancement in Canada.
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Hopkins
Canada
Drop in Alberta sheep population triggers concern
Alberta’s sheep numbers fell by 860000 over five years, explained Statistician R. E. English. Causes include coyotes, scarce labor, high breeding stock costs, and better wages in other farming. In 1945 Alberta had 975000 sheep versus 114000 this year. higher wool and mutton prices may raise numbers in the next two years.
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Edmonton
Alberta
R. E. English
Department of Agriculture
Mr. English
Horse And Dogs Inherit Estate After Widow's Death
In Winnipeg two Collies named Shep and Bounce and a 17 year old horse named Rock inherited a $5 160 estate when their mistress Mrs Elinor Scott died at Fisher Branch Manitoba. Her friends tending the animals say she lived alone with her pets for years. Upon the animals death the estate will go to Fisher Branch hospital.
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Winnipeg
Shep
Bounce
Collies
Rock
Elinor Scott
Fisher Branch
Man
Scott
Cockfighting phrase sparks braggadocio origin tale
A note traces the saying originated in cockfighting, where the winner crowed in triumph over his opponent, illustrating how bravado language grew from prize fights and rivalries.
Humorous Exchange and Anecdotes From Everyday Life
A collage of short jokes and quips about names, faith, money, and social norms. The pieces feature a pastor seeking aid, a magistrate with beverages, a waiter with a hair in soup, a boss from Joggins, fishing spouses, crowded trains, tadpole birth questions, birthday comparisons, a dead letter envelope, a lazy Bowbell husband, and reflections on dollars and joint accounts.
Airmen Listed for Canadian Forces Decoration
Ottawa releases another list of Royal Canadian Air Force officers and airmen awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration for 12 years service. Recipients span Western Canada from Manitoba to British Columbia, with ranks from Corporal to Master Warrant Officer and postings in cities such as Winnipeg Calgary Edmonton Vancouver and Regina.
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Ottawa
R.C.A.F
Air Force Headquarters
Wheat Shipment to India From Canada
The Canadian wheat board announced a sale of 300000 tons of wheat to India. Shipment has begun from Vancouver and New Westminster, B C. The grain, grades No 3 and 4 Northern, was sold at current prices and will be delivered within six months.
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India
Winnipeg
Canadian Wheat Board
W. C. McNamara
Board
Vancouver
New Westminster
B.C
McNamara
Mosquito varieties count in Brandon area reaches twelve
Dominion Entomologist R D Bird reports at least 12 varieties of mosquitoes in the Brandon region after the season. He oversees Brandon’s annual anti mosquito campaign.
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Brandon
Man
Dominion
R. D. Bird
Clocks Installed in the New British House of Commons
The article notes that 172 clocks have been installed in the new British House of Commons. This detail highlights the room’s timekeeping infrastructure and design considerations for parliamentary proceedings.
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House of Commons
Governor General to take up farming in Canada
Viscount Alexander announced at the opening of the Agricultural Institute of Canada that he will become a farmer once he leaves the governor general post. He admitted he is not an expert but plans to farm in a serious way after his duties end. His term was extended to spring 1952.
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Ottawa
Viscount Alexander
Canada
The
Agricultural Institute of Canada
Western Grain Growers Crown Winners At Chicago Event
At the International Livestock Exposition hay and grain show in Chicago, R. P. Robbins of Shaunavon won the wheat king title with a Durum sample. Chris Morck of Dickson Alta won rye king after a world rye championship. John T. Elkuk of Hairy Hill Alta took barley king.
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Chicago
R. P. Robbins
Shaunavon. Lask
Chris Morck
Dickson
Alta
John T. Elkuk
Hairy Hill
L. E. Peterson
Victor
Mont
Louis Wendell
Neudorf
Sask
Chris Larsen
Badger
South Dakota
R. F. Gunkleman
Fargo
N.D
Fred Palaschak
Worthington
Minn
Harold Busche
Morton
Albert Kessel
Rosetown
Charles M. Fischer
Shelbyville
Ind
Robbins
Tips For Winter Driving
Practical advice for winter driving includes reducing tire pressure for better traction on ice, using windshield antifreeze for sleet, adding light engine oil or kerosene to aid starting, the value of an overnight engine heater, carrying a shovel, and using tire chains for emergencies. If conditions are too dangerous, stay home to avoid costly repairs.
Box Office Receipts Rise Up to Ten Percent in 1948
The report shows movie theatre box office receipts increasing by as much as ten percent through 1948. Analysts note modest gains across key markets with continued growth expected into the next year.
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Ranfurly
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SLC
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Calgary
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Miami
J. K. Young
R. G. Bowron
Biggar
J. E. A. Hermanson
Watson
Bask
G. G. Armstrong
Govan
Webb
J. H. Helgason
T. A. Hopkins
D. Thomson
Hudson Bay Junction
W. F. Balfour
Pelly
J. T. Gates
McGregor
H. A. Pain
Vonda
BEM
L. W. Queale
DFC
Victoria
J. A. Davy
W. J. Watson
Shawnigan Lake
R. T. Gremmell
P. J. S. MacKenzie
A. C. Turner
D. A. Lambert
Abbotsford
R. A. Griffin
D. J. Flynn
Port Churchill
Fort Churchill
Churchill
G. A. York
York
Central Press
M. Harrison-Gray
North
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Margaret L. Pew
Coshocton
Amy Kelsey
Harvey L. Steigelmeier
Normal
Iowa
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Illinois
Les Carrou
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Posite
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