Northwest Atlantic fish supply faces rapid decline
United States relies on the northwest Atlantic for 40 percent of fresh and frozen fish. Postwar demand drives depletion of cod, halibut, haddock, rosefish and other species, prompting a Washington conference with Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Italy, Newfoundland, Norway, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom to discuss conservation. The draft treaty aims to investigate, protect, and sustain fisheries, with a 10 year term and international commission for research and regulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. D. Crawford
Central Press
United States
Northwest Atlantic
Washington
Canada
Denmark
France
Iceland
Italy
Newfoundland
Norway
Portugal
Spain
United Kingdom
North America
Pacific
Gulf of Mexico
New England
Boston
Gloucester
New Bedford
North Sea
North American
Atlantic
Greenland
Dominion
U.S
Northwest Atlantic Ocean
Filet Crochet Kitten Chair Set Pattern 7485
Appealing filet crochet pattern for chair set buffet set or pillow with easy charts and photos. Includes directions and full guidance. request pattern by sending twenty five cents in coins to Household Arts Department Winnipeg per Union 175 McDermot Avenue ikwa on 4 Name Address and Pattern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Household Arts Department
Winnipeg
Union
McDermot Avenue
Ikwa
Gems and maxims on patience and perseverance
A miscellany of classical quotes on patience, perseverance, and steady effort. The verses and sayings credit Thomas Dunn English Schiller Mary Baker Eddy Burke Owen Feltham and Rochefoucauld with insights on practice, resilience, and progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Baker Eddy
Clocks Change for International Date Line Crossing
When a ship nears the international date line clocks are adjusted at night to reflect the change. The procedure proceeds regardless of the exact crossing moment to maintain ship time.
Handicapped hurler bids $1 contract for pitching return
Bert Shepard, a one legged veteran of wartime service, offers to sign with a triple-A club for $1 a year and a regular pitching role every fifth day. He would earn $400 for each win, hoping to capitalize on a long baseball future after being shot down over Germany five years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bert Shepard
Shepard
Germany
Washington Senators
Boy’s bank deposit interrupted by lax guard policy
An 11 year old boy with six $100 bills sought help with a deposit slip from Constable William Bell. Bell took the boy home, his mother confirmed the money was to be deposited. On the second trip the boy was better protected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
William Bell
Bell
Health campaigning public awareness of heart disease
Dr. Harold W. Segall of the Canadian Heart Association urges universal awareness of heart and blood vessel diseases as a national health priority. He notes progress in medical science, emphasizes prevention, and compares heart disease advocacy to past tuberculosis efforts, aiming for broad press and broadcast education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold W. Segall
Canadian Heart Association
National Health Week
Segall
American Heart Association
Canadian Association
Expensive golf lesson bill sparks legal advice
A Washington party meeting with a golf pro led to a $250 bill for a private lesson. The woman challenged it, and lawyer Paul Porter advised her she owed nothing for unsolicited instruction at a party. Porter later billed her $125 for legal advice. Sunlight is the source of all colors as well as of heat and light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Paul Porter
OPA
Porter
Lady Astor Calls Women to Make World Safe for Men
Viscountess Astor, veteran of early suffragette action, tells a victory dinner for the 1948 Nationality Act that women must now ensure the world is safe for men. She notes the act restores married women’s nationality rights and criticizes press coverage as insufficient for women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lady Astor
London
Viscountess Astor
Shipping Livestock In Winter Safety Guidelines
ARGE numbers of commercial livestock go to market during the first four months of each year. Cold weather shipping requires proper precautions to prevent damage. Instructions cover chutes, bedding, humane driver comfort, and careful handling to avoid bruises, split hams, and broken limbs during road or rail transit.
Wolf fat proposed as cure for rheumatic pains
A Miami manager asks Prince Albert traders to start an industry using wolf fat from northern Saskatchewan wolves. He claims wolf fat cures rheumatic pains and could be sold to trappers, pending proving its profitability. Officials flag issues like finding wolves and ensuring the fat’s effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Albert
Saskatchewan
A. Hiller
Quarterdeck Yacht Club
Miami
Hiller
Will of heroic Mountie recorded in Regina museum
A charcoal will by Inspector F J Fitzgerald, died after a doomed Yukon patrol in 1910 11, is displayed with his scarlet tunic and revolver. The four men perished after 600 miles of travel and extreme hunger, their diary detailing the drift and dog-eating ordeal.
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Fort MacPherson
N.W.T
Dawson
Fort McPherson
Regina
Fitzgerald
John Fitzgerald
Halifax
Australian federation formed by six states in 1900
The Australian government is a federation established in 1900 linking six states into a unified system. The wording notes the six member states as the foundational units of the federation.
Daredevil Air Shows Move Toward More Serious Purpose
Ottawa reports the Royal Canadian Flying Clubs Association shifts away from sensational acts. An instructor-manager proposal from 37 member clubs calls for air shows that spark interest in flying, not fear. E R McGill of Brandon urges avoiding sensationalism. Transport officials acknowledge the stance and consider inviting U S groups like the Flying Farmers to tour Canada to boost interest in aviation.
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Ottawa
Royal Canadian Flying Clubs Association
E. R. McGill
Brandon Man
Transport Department
A. D. McLean
Civil Aviation
C. T. Travers
Air Regulations
McLean
Ernie McFarland
Lethbridge
Alta
Alberta
U.S
Flying Farmers
Canada
Modern Living and Kitchen Tips From A Past Guide
Wall sized cupboards flank twin dining room windows to add storage and a modern touch. Dry apples sweeten with brown sugar and a splash of lemon juice. Mark paint levels on cans with a match to know remaining quantity and color. When ironing, ensure snaps and hooks face the roller to avoid damage.
Parrot Bids Against Man at Auction
A man who bought a parrot at an auction discovers the bird has been making the bids for the past half hour. The auctioneer confirms the parrot spoke up during the lively bidding.
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Boston Pier
Thomas Dunn
Schiller
Burke
Owen Feltham
Rochefoucauld
Agi
Frenchy Inmour
Calgary
MacDonald
Trail
B.C
Frenchy
St.joan
Mountie
Daredevil
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