Welfare state critique and Manitoba 75th anniversary celebrations
A Canadian correspondent questions the cost of a total welfare state and its bureaucratic overhead in Britain and Canada. Manitoba towns Brandon, Portage la Prairie, Virden, Killarney, Selkirk, Gladstone and Hartney plan 75th anniversary celebrations highlighting pioneer memories, wartime hardships, and postwar prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Portage Avenue
Brandon
Portage la Prairie
Virden
Killarney
Selkirk
Gladstone
Hartney
Formost
Dreath
Good Old Days contrasts and compares past and present life
Dorothy Ridge argues the “good old days” were not uniquely happy and that modern living offers abundance and leisure. She notes people chase many inventions yet may miss inner happiness, observing urban crowds show evident worry and strain while genuine smiles are rare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delersine
Hartenay
Dorothy Ridge
Glorius
Dorothy Ip
Western voting urged as Liberals seek balance in Canada
The piece argues Western Canada must back Liberal or Conservative candidates to form a government. It warns that voting for Social Credit, CCF, or an Independent would be wasted and would hinder Western influence in national polls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Canada
The Long Fast Breakfast and Food Safety
The text urges a nutritious breakfast to end the previous day’s fast and lists components such as citrus juice hot cereal eggs or bacon toast and hot drink. It warns to keep foods cool especially in warm weather and to store moist fillings soups gravies poultry mayonnaise and creamy pies safely. It also notes lighting should be soft for relaxation rooms and bright for close work to avoid eyestrain.
Early Summer Health Tips For Homes And Children
May marks the surge of houseflies and disease risks from pests. Proper diet with meat fish eggs cheese and vegetables supports health. Adults should supervise children outdoors to prevent traffic accidents and keep them safe from busy streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fime
Western Canada's bid to regain balance in Parliament
Analysis argues Western Canada could hold the balance of power in the 1953 federal election. It notes past Western underrepresentation in Manitoba and other provinces and highlights campaign moves by Prime Minister St Laurent in the Prairies and John Diefenbaker with Premier Frost's support as shaping potential gains for conservatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
James
B. C
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Social Credit M. P
M.P
Western Canada
St. Laurent
Prairies
Maritimes
Ontario
Toronto
John Diefenbaker
Frost
CKX TV Channel 5 Program Schedule May 16 19
CKX-TV Channel 5 lists daily programming from May 16 to 19 including Open House Howdy Doody Maggie Muggins Sportstime Lone Ranger News Weather Sports Scope I Search For Adventure Ford Theatre Jane Wyman Show Climax Jackie Rae Show Wrestling CBC National News and more with special events such as Preakness Handicap and Millionaire along with Talk shows and variety hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie Muggins
Western Playhouse
Ckx-Tv
Ford Theatre
Jane Wyman
Jackie Rae
Cbc-Tv
Bill Hickock
Perry Como
Mr Fixit
Patti Page
Hollywood Theater
Owen House
Channel Five
Denny Vaughan
Studio One
Cbc-Tv News
Mr. O’sullivan
CBC Social Credit
Best Oat Varieties for Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta 1957
Manitoba leads with Rodney dominating 66.4 percent of acreage in 1956 followed by Garry Ajax and Exeter totaling 95.9 percent. Saskatchewan lists Ajax Exeter Fortune Rodney and Victory as 1957 recommended varieties. Alberta notes Victory Eagle Rodney Larain Ajax Banner and Abegweit as leading. 81.1 percent grown in 1956. Recommendations emphasize Rodney Ajax Exeter Garry Victory Eagle Larain and Abegweit for 1957. Seek advice from local Agricultural Representative.
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Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Garry
Ajax
Exeter
Rodney
Garry Ajax
Vicar
Fortune
Victory
Banner
Eagle
Fagle
Larain
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Ben Trixwel
al Sodes
Great Britain
R L. Thomas
London
England
Canada
Uted
Lees
ROD and Gun
R. T
Bill
Robinson
Burns and Allen
Theatre of Stars
Ed. Sullivan
All Star Theatre
CBC Theater Is
P. J. Greaney
Line Elevators Farm Service
Federal
Pioneer
Alberta Pacific
Canadian Consolidated
Rson, McCabe, Parrish & Heimbecker
Inter - Ocean
Ellison Milling
Quaker Oats
Insul-Wray
West
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