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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 25, 1939
Page
2
The piece lauds Jack Miner as a pioneer wildlife conservationist whose Kingsville Ontario sanctuary has protected and supplied waterfowl for generations. It urges ongoing support to endow his migratory bird foundation so the living habitat and its teaching endure beyond Miner’s lifetime across Canada and the United States.
Rats overran Sable Island Nova Scotia leading to imports of cats to kill the rodents. Cats reduced rats and rabbits but foxes were released to control cats. Foxes killed all cats and birds, provoking public appeals to government to exterminate the foxes.
A historical note records that World War I contributed about 6000 new words to the English lexicon. The influx reflects military terms, slang, and neologisms adopted by soldiers and civilians during the conflict.
The January Montreal fur auction shows a moderate decline from the December special sale for silver fox and mink furs. Ermine sales rise versus the September fall sale, muskrat steady, ranch mink down ten percent with 20 548 skins offered and 74 percent sold. Best grade ermine up ten percent with 23 184 skins sold and lower grades unchanged at 67 percent.
A statement notes that true Muslims do not waste bread. Clean bread found on the ground is eaten, while soiled pieces should be burnt or given to a cat or dog.
Researchers note an 11.5 year sunspot cycle evident in tree growth records from ancient forests. The study links long-term climate patterns to solar activity as preserved in dendrochronology.
The University of Saskatchewan forecasts total farm income in 1939 will exceed 1938 as Western Canadian production rises. Professor E C Hope and Hadley Van Vliet compiled the outlook, noting expected economic upturns abroad and easing trade restrictions. Canadian prime beef arrives chilled in transit, boosting Smithfield market prices and sparking talks of a new Canadian beef trade method.
Jan Masaryk son of the Czech founder and former minister to Britain after Munich settlement spoke at Columbia University under the Institute of Arts and Sciences. He praised the United States as the biggest hope of civilization and warned that despite distance 3000 miles, danger remains if dangerous doctrines spread.
A photograph of a British plane with a swastika puzzled readers until it was explained the aircraft was built for Latvia. The note also recalls National Emblems and states Finland had used the symbol on planes for years.
A groom delayed the ceremony when shoes were misdelivered to the wrong house in Ogmore Vale Wales. He raced to the church in stockinged feet just as the bride and bridesmaids prepared to depart. The report also cites England's population figures and notes flies as a major menace to humans.
An expert observes that loud noise seldom bothers the person experiencing it. The Dory fish uses telescopic mouths to aid in catching prey.
The room, possibly the largest daily study of any ruler, contains nine colored pencils, a magnifying glass, and a case for eye-glasses. Books include Mein Kampf, Hans Frank’s German law, and references on the Reichstag, government offices, youth groups, and World War I. Dimensions are 8 by 45 feet with 32 foot ceilings, a round table at one end, a desk at the other, and a bust of Von Hindenburg in a corner.
Instructions describe mixing Chocolate Jell-O Ice Cream powder with sugar and cinnamon, then gradually adding milk and stirring until dissolved. Add cream and freeze to yield about one quart of ice cream.
A vintage recipe for Coconut Cup Custard uses 3 eggs or 6 yolks with sugar salt nutmeg and shredded coconut mixed into scalded milk. Bake in a pan of hot water at 325 degrees F for 35 to 40 minutes until a knife comes out clean and chill before serving six.
The Metropolitan Museum of New York houses a small but precious glove collection dating to the Elizabethan era. The leather gloves feature elaborate embroidery with heraldic emblems and miniature pictures, showcasing craftsmanship and historical detail.
The seven stars of the Big Dipper are about 70 light years distant. Light travels at 186000 miles per second, making it take roughly 70 years to reach Earth from these stars.
A small boy explains to an old gentleman that he has been truant all day and only recalls it is Saturday now. The exchange reveals a quiet moment of honesty between the pair.
Morris W. Wilson, president of The Royal Bank of Canada, reviews a year of economic stability in Canada and abroad. He notes strong mining output, record gold production, Turner Valley petroleum progress, rising tourism spending, and a favorable 1939 outlook despite unemployment and global policy concerns. He warns on Germany and Italy policies and praises Canada-U.S.-U.K. trade co operation.
Mr. Wilson notes that Australia cut its average interest rate on debt by 25 percent after the 1931 debt conversion, while Canada saw a 29 percent reduction. He argues maintaining high credit to secure low current borrowing costs keeps debt light, with Canada’s rate comparisons favorable to first-class nations.
Mr. Sydney G. Dobson reports the bank’s total assets and deposits have reached record highs since 1929. Loans rose modestly with demand for commercial lending noted as desirable, while taxes rise as a burden. He defends investments in government bonds and explains credit policy rests with the Bank of Canada.
Mr Dobson notes Canada escaped the US recession's depth about eighteen months ago and stayed comparatively stable in 1938. He cites encouraging factors in the present outlook and expresses confidence in Canada's promising future.
Over a million London schoolchildren have learned to swim since the school swimming association began in 1393. The article also notes the caddisfly grub builds a case from shells sand sticks and stones.
Porpoises are declared Royal fish and any caught in British waters by a British ship become property of the Government.
A London magistrate asked what a woman would want with a dozen new frocks and was told the answer is a dozen new hats. The exchange highlights a domestic fashion dispute amid lighthearted court remarks.
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