Spread Of Co-Operation Necessary For Success Of Western Farming Industry
A Regina Leader article surveys how Western Canada farmers push co operative marketing to secure fair prices. It notes past failures from poor management and urges businesslike co operative models to cut production costs and lower marketing costs, aiming to turn farmers into seasoned businesspeople.
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Co-operative Associations of
Saskatchewan
Canada
Regina
Western
Western Canada
Population drop in Goldfield Nevada 16,600 to 1 6400?
The historic mining town of Goldfield Nevada once housed about 16 600 residents but a severe metal downturn shrank its population to a mere 1 6400.
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Goldfield
Nevada
Paper Wheel Era Recalled In Pullman Cars
The Pullman News reports via Associated Press that the paper cored wheel used on early Pullman cars gave way to all steel. The paper wheel, once valued for sound dampening, fell out of use after twenty five years as steel wheels became standard.
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America
Pullman News
Associated Press
Chicago
Good Strawberry Crop Prospects In Canada
A survey by the fruit branch of the department of agriculture projects good average strawberry crops in British Columbia and Ontario. Planting is up from last year and favorable weather could meet consumer demand.
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Fruit
Department of Agriculture
British Columbia
Ontario
Alberta Farmers Expect Large Corn Acreage Expansion
Edmonton and Calgary firm heads say corn sowing will multiply this year with tenfold per acre sown compared to last year. Cream separators sales rise while new farm machinery purchases grow, driven by corn implements and sisters replacing cultivators in drier Alberta areas.
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Alberta
Edmonton
Calgary
Modern Girls Know What to Do With the Needle
The Topeka Capitol notes a call for changing the needle after each record reflecting craft or sewing guidance. The editor emphasizes practical hygiene and technique in needlework among modern girls.
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Topeka Capitol
The Marketing Problem in Alberta Farming
The Calgary Albertan argues marketing is the key issue for Alberta farmers as government focus remains on production. It cites varying estimates of farmers’ share in consumer prices, notes price disparities for apples, and compares U S marketing structure to Alberta’s. It calls for improved organization to reduce marketing costs.
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Alberta
New York Times
United States
Calgary
Perils Of Aviation Strike Eagle Encounters Across Frontiers
An aviation report describes a British plane forced to land near Dardoni on the NW Indian frontier after striking a vulture. The piece recalls earlier alleged or reported encounters with eagles by pilots, including Vedrine legends, Cartier in the Alps, British delivery flights to Spain, and a US Marine Corps lieutenant near Quartico Virginia in 1922.
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Dardoni
N.W
Vedrine
Pyrenees
Cartier
Alps
R. C. Sanderson
U.S. Marine Corps
Quartico
Virginia
Dominion budget shows 1922 23 revenues and outlays
In 1922 23 budget figures revenues reached 393 619 000 with ordinary expenditures of 331 780 000 capital expenditures 14 500 000 war claim adjustments 6 700 000 loan flotation costs 3 650 000 and an apparent surplus of 37 589 000 offset by advances of 98 250 000 to National Railways and Government Merchant Marine.
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Dominion Finance
Ing
Aluminum' journey from costly alloy to cheap everyday metal
The article traces aluminum from a costly substance at $90 a pound to a common kitchen material priced at twenty two cents per pound. It credits Hall and Hercult for scientific work that enabled mass production at sites including Niagara and Shawinigan Falls.
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Germany
Hall and Hercult
Niagara
Shawinigan Falls
Tent Caterpillar Outbreak Prompts Immediate Control Measures
A serious forest tent caterpillar outbreak in southern prairie provinces requires prompt action. Entomologist Arthur Gibson warns hatching caterpillars will defoliate poplar in wavy districts unless farmers spray with lead arsenate and band affected trees with tree tangle foot or substitutes to prevent reinfestation.
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Prairie Provinces
Dominion
Arthur Gibson
Gibson
Hourly Grievance Sparks Looming Strike at Pitt
A cartoon dialogue portrays workers at Pitt panther era shops discussing a strike for shorter hours. The first loafer notes men have walked out, the second quips sixty minutes is too long for an hour, reflecting labor tension and humor of the period.
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Pitt Panther
Keep honey in the dark to prevent granulation
The guidance advises storing honey away from light to slow crystallization._dark storage slows heat exposure and preserves smooth texture.
Strong Argument For Expanding Britain’s Air Fleets
The article cites Lord Montagu of Beaulieu arguing Britain must enlarge its air forces to deter future air warfare. It warns of gas bombs disease bombs and poison bombs and contends only enhanced air power ensures peace and immunity from aerial attacks despite international treaties and risks.
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Great Britain
Lord Montagu of
London
Lord Montagu
Russia
Germany
France
Million Pounds of Wool Contracts Reported in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Cooperative Wool Growers reported contracts totaling about 176000 pounds of wool from 325 contracts. More than 21000 sheep across Saskatchewan and Manitoba contributed to the season. Manager W. W. Thomson expects nearly one million pounds to be handled, noting many breeders filed late before shearings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan Co-operative
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Saskatchewan Cooperative Wool Growers
W. W. Thomson
A Wise Decision
A mother explains papa’s distress from a sciatic nerve pain and the daughter vows never to marry a man with a sciatic nerve when she grows up. The exchange highlights patience, kindness, and humorous resolve in a family moment.
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Papa
Itinerant preacher jokes on trial and acquittal
A Chaparral-era quip speaks of trial comfort with a preacher asking for acquittal. The reply targets a person who should not have been admitted, underscoring a satirical moment from a travelogue or column.
Osaka Stores Abandon Seven Day Week Plan
A major Osaka shop has adopted a weekly rest day, breaking the long standing seven day operation. This move offers employees regular time off beyond New Year and the summer feast period, signaling a trend others may emulate. The report notes this shift in labor practice within Japan's retail sector.
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Japan
Osaka
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S. G. Soper
Mr. Soper
Star-Standard
Arcola, Sask
Dominion Finances
First Loafer
Second Loafer
League of Nations
Mercantile Marine
Dominion Experimental Farm
Evangeline
Kentville
N.S
Longfel
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