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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 12, 1949
Page
3
Economists warn of rapid depletion of mineral wealth and food sources while Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution scientists report vast but economically unobtainable ocean riches. They estimate oceans hold 300 times land’s food potential and note current fishing pressures.
L. W. Tupper of Patricia Alberta is named champion liar of 1948 by Burlington Liars Club for a tale of 2000 post holes blown away by a northwester. His yarn marks the first time a Canadian entrant tops the contest since 1929.
An amused bystander breaks the monotony of a long lecture with a water fueled windmill quip. The old man whispers to his neighbor that he has never seen such a contraption, injecting humor into the room during a lengthy address.
Detroit Henry Ford II predicts a buyers market is near as Ford Motor Company plans for stronger competition. He notes Ford redesigned products this year to compete in a coming market and says the company would welcome the shift.
Lynn Patrick, son of Lester Patrick and nephew of Frank Patrick, becomes New York Rangers coach succeeding Frank Boucher. A former Ranger star and Army veteran, Patrick led the team in scoring in 1941-42 and 1942-43 and played 38 games in 1945-46 before moving into coaching with the New Haven Ramblers. He is a naturalized U S citizen living near New Haven and part of a rare father son championship pedigree with the Rangers.
In Claremont Minnesota Henry Sleeper planted a five cent bag of sunflowers and now a 15 foot tall jungle covers an eighth of an acre. He jokes he forgot their use after reading they were useful for something. A single bolt could prevent a truck from scattering.
Barbara Ann Scott named Woman of the Year with Canadian and international recognition. Mary Gardiner named Regina's first female managing editor. Donna Grescoe debuts in New York violin scene and returns to praise. Prominent lawmakers and activists include Mme Pierre Gasgrain Agnes Macphail Gladys Strum Catrine Wilson Iva Fallis and Dr. Charlotte Whitton. Betty Jean Ferguson crowned Miss Canada 1948 in Hamilton Ottawa.
A compact collection of maxims on falsehood from Saadi Richards Whatley Caleb C Colton Daniel Webster Galileo and Mary Baker Eddy. The notes contrast truth with deception, warning that flattery deceit and self interest corrode integrity and liberty.
This passage gives practical tips for double boiling with only one third water to prevent boiling away. It also describes gently crushing stem tips of chrysanthemums to help water absorption and suggests using a toothbrush to clean soil from gloves. It recommends a plastic placemat to protect the table when a child eats with adults and notes various mat designs for child-friendly dining.
The University of Washington reports a two year project to study the effects of Arctic cold on the body and mind. Volunteers will travel to Alaska this winter to begin the study funded by the US Air Force air surgeon’s office. The expedition departs January 15.
A compact guide to making butter icing with 2 cups icing sugar and 2 to 3 tablespoons warm milk. Includes chocolate Teing, Mocha, Lemon, Orange, Almond, and Maple Walnut variations with flavorings and optional nuts, plus a note on adding an egg yolk for richness.
Be gin embroider and crochet pretty girls and flowers to brighten winter hours. Pattern 7463 offers transfer motifs and crochet directions with improved visuals. Send twenty five cents to Household Arts Depart ment, Winnipeg Newspaper Union, 175 McDermot Avenue E., Winnipeg, Man, with name address and pattern number.
William Henry Haugh of Toronto, who calls himself Canada’s oldest babysitter, marked his 100th birthday on New Year’s Day. The Dublin born cabinet maker said it was his first birthday party and he insisted on 100 candles on the cake.
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