Banting elected fellow of Royal Society in England
Sir Frederick Banting of the University of Toronto is named a fellow of the Royal Society of England in a recent announcement. Other items note UK millionaires numbering 452 in 1932 33, RCMP expansion in Manitoba, and India constitution bill acceptance by Indian princes after talks with the viceroy. Proclamations set May 6 Jubilee Day in Canada and a new $25 banknote for King George VI’s anniversary. Maria Rasputin arrives in New York to join a circuses training an animal. Senate rejected 60 bills from 1921 to 1934 with two-year gaps in 1931 32.
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Frederick Banting
Toronto University
Royal Society of England
United Kingdom
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Manitoba
Maharajah of
Patiala
Earl of Willingdon
India
Canada
Secretary of State Department
Bank of Canada
George
Norman Saylor
Caughnawaga
Montreal
Maria Rasputin
Clain
New York
Bremen
Hagenback-Wallace Circus
Senate
House of Commons
Commons
Cultivation Key to Drought Resilience in Gardens
The article argues cultivation beats poor soil by reducing evaporation and weeds, noting early season care after showers. It warns March and April are high risk for plant damage from freeze thaw cycles, recommends protective mulch and snow cover, and gives potato timing guidance for Canada.
Salmon and Lemon Gelatin Mold
Recipe for a lemon flavored gelatin mold with salmon celery and mayonnaise. Dissolve gelatin in warm water add vinegar and salt chill until slightly thickened fold in mayonnaise salmon and celery turn into a leaf pan chill until firm unfold on crisp lettuce serves eight.
Baked Custard Recipe with Nutmeg Hint
Sweetened condensed milk blended with hot water and poured over lightly beaten eggs. Salt added, then poured into custard cups and baked in a pan of hot water at 325 degrees F for about forty minutes until set. Nutmeg sprinkled on top before serving. The text ends with a sexist remark about loneliness.
Crow control by netting and baiting described in Kingsville note
In Kingsville, a reader details a crow control method using a large net baited with fish heads and entrails, plus carcasses. He describes building a 70 by 12 by 6 foot net, catching 510 crows in one operation, and notes winter trapping and baiting outside the net are crucial for success. He compares costs and urges reduced crow numbers to protect Canadian game birds.
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Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Art Brown
Kingsville
Aged Explorer W. J. A. Grant Dies in Devon
W. J. A. Grant, 84, famed explorer and big game hunter, died in Devon after a long illness. A vocal advocate of euthanasia, he previously hosted a May champagne supper for his expected death and urged mourners to dress brightly. He valued health highly, saying it surpassed even polar goals.
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Devon
England
W. J. A. Grant
Grant
North Pole
Cape Grant
Franz-Josef Land
Carbon leads in compounds forming vast hydrocarbon family
Scientists note carbon forms more chemical compounds than any element with over 300000 known today and rising each year. Hydrogen combines with carbon to yield nearly three hundred hydrocarbons ranging from gases to solids used in fuels dyes drugs and explosives. Methane the first methane series member fuels natural gas and mine fire damp can ignite explosively.
Sunday school lesson on unity and compassion in Peter
The lesson centers on first Peter 3 8 18 and urges believers to unity in Christ through compassionate humble living. It cites Psalm 34 and quotes F B Meyer on unity amid diversity, stressing blessing over retaliation and daily deeds of love as vocation.
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Peter
Christ
F. B. Meyer
Moffatt
Dummelow
Flea theory links empire growth to plague and trade
Dr. Thomas W. M. Cameron of Macdonald College Quebec argues the flea spread the Black Death to Europe causing a shift to sheep farming and wool exports, fueling England’s overseas empire. Separately a scientist claims the lower face betrays thoughts, advising caution by hiding the mouth and chin.
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Thomas W. M. Cameron
Macdonald College
Quebec
Europe
England
Aeroplanes Could Carry Milk to Cities Says Economist
An agricultural economist suggests the milk industry might eventually use airplanes to move dairy to urban markets, signaling future efficiency gains and new logistics challenges.
Costs of Powlett hazing at Alberta total $50 051
A detailed legislative statement shows full costs of the Powlett hazing case against the University of Alberta amounting to 50 051 dollars. The province owes 48 701 dollars while students pay 1 350 dollars toward medical service. For 1935 36, the Powlett family is to receive 28 228 dollars including a 20 000 dollar judgment and 8 228 dollars in costs.
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Powlett
University of Alberta
German Inventor Proposes Blinding Weapon for All Forces
Herr Keil haus offers a weapon to the French government that would blind armed forces on land sea and air with 1 000 000 candle power flashes. Experiments were conducted on cattle at half a mile distance and the animals were rendered senseless.
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Herr Keilhaus
Wincarnis Promises Youthful Vitality for Aging Readership
An advertisement claims age is a matter of health not years and promotes Wincarnis as a natural tonic. It asserts the drink delivers grape elements, beef extract, and malt, soothing nerves and enriching blood. Endorsed by 20,000 medical men, it targets readers seeking renewed energy. Sales agents listed: Harold F. Ritchie & Co. Ltd., Toronto.
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Wincarnis
Harold F. Ritchie & Co. Ltd
Toronto
Coal could power US for 176 years from one year's burn
A historical note claims the coal burned in a single year could supply enough energy to light the entire United States for 176 years, highlighting vast coal reserves and potential long term energy implications.
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United States
Madagascar Traveller’s Trees Named for WaterFinding Leaves
A traveler’s trees in Madagascar earned their name from the habit of thirsty wanderers finding water in the large leaf bases. The observation ties the plant’s anatomy to its practical use by travelers in arid routes.
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Madagascar
Taxicab Drivers In NYC Net Tips Of 26 Million In 1930
New York City taxi drivers earned a total of 26.6 million dollars in tips during the year 1930, reflecting strong passenger patronage and generous tipping patterns in the urban dispatch system.
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New York City
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