World Happenings Briskly Told In Briefs
France plans a naval build of one cruiser six destroyers and six submarines adopted by the Chamber of Deputies. Palestine expands Kaladin airdrome near Jerusalem with land acquired. Saskatchewan ceramics activity grows says Prof Worcester. Edmonton widow Mrs Kenneth McDonald dies aged 101, born Cumberland House May 27 1827. Graf Zeppelin polar flight tentatively off 1930, hoped for 1931. Nome radio station fire. Nome to St Michaels link restored. Five Canadian Air Force planes dispatched after three month search for W Canon and G Lizotte in Northern Quebec.
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France
Chamber of Deputies
Palestine
Kaladin
Jerusalem
Saskatchewan
W. G. Worcester
University of Saskatchewan
Edmonton
Western Canada
Kenneth McDonald
Cumberland House
Sask
The
Aeronarctic Society
North Pole
Fiue
Nome
Alaska
St. Michaels
W. Canon
George Lizottee
Curtis
Logging In Northern Alberta Is Slack This Winter
Northern Alberta expects a slack logging season with at most 25 percent of normal activity. The delay stems from a large carry-over of lumber from last year caused by a dry summer reducing wheat yields. Drought hit farm building plans and elevator construction, leaving lumber demand weak. one firm reports a 15,000,000 feet carry-over, the largest in its history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Ideal Air Port at Moose Jaw Promoted by Board of Trade
The Moose Jaw Board of Trade claims the city has one of the world’s ideal airports. They describe black loam soil with gravel subsoil, natural drainage, virgin prairie, and an even surface. No quagmires are possible and heavy machines can take off in any season.
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Moose Jaw
Manitoba Fox Breeders Dominate Western Canada Show
Manitoba fox breeders won most awards at the Western Canada International silver fox show with entries from Canada and the United States in competition. Only two flowering plants occur on the Antarctic plateau and these are rare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
United States
Manitoba
Antarctic
Unclear Dialogue Fragments Mention Waterloo Fight
Fragmentary text notes a child asking why English fought at Waterloo and a father restricting going out to see fights, with odd names Pages Gaies and Yver don. No coherent event details emerge from the OCR snippet.
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Waterloo
Yverdon
Safe Nerve Wins Over Risk At Railway Crossing
A Western Ontario man who swore to seek safety over salvaging a stalled car on tracks avoided tragedy by abandoning his vehicle as a train neared. He chose safety, walked away, and saved himself from the wreck while insurers handle the loss. His wife remains unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Regina
British Nobility Hold Vast Alberta Farmlands
About 15 000 acres in Alberta are owned by British titled nobles. The Duke of Sutherland leads with 9 202 acres from the Sutherland Land Company. Earl Minto holds 1 908 acres, the Prince of Wales 3 005 in total including leases. Lord Cheylesmore 1 380. Lord Rodney 618. Earl of Egmont 320 near Priddis in Southern Alberta.
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Alberta
Duke of Sutherland
Sutherland Land Company
Earl Minto
Prince of Wales
E.P
Lord Cheylesmore
Lord Rodney
Earl of Egmont
Priddis
Candy Patties With Strawberry Jam Method
Dissolve sugar in water and heat to a boil. Add cream of tartar and boil until a soft ball forms. Cool and knead to a smooth mass, then mix in strawberry jam at two tablespoons per cup. Shape into balls or patties and flatten gently.
Smart dress detail from Paris inspires new tailoring note
The deep pointed hipline design on Rayon crepe in red dahlia tones is described as youthful and stylish. White crepe de Chine embroidery edges and white pique alternatives, with verted tucks, trimmed collars, and fluttering skirts are offered across fabrics from woollens to silks. Pattern No. 3075 priced 25 cents.
How To Order Patterns From Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Pattern order notice from Winnipeg Pattern No. Name Town Bride details a humorous exchange about gas measurement and payment from a Meter Man. The ad mentions an address at 175 McDermot Ave and invites readers to obtain patterns.
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Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Bride
Swine Breeders Elect Regional Directors by Mail Ballot
Mr. R. W. Wade announces the mail ballot closed December 15 elected directors for the Maritimes Peter Brodie Little York P E I Manitoba A C McPhail Brandon Man Alberta W L Gray Miller Alberta J W Shannon Cloverdale B C The Ontario Quebec and Saskatchewan directors to be chosen at February March meetings.
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R. W. Wade
Swine Breeders’ Association
Maritimes
Manitoba
Alberta
British Columbia
Growth Of Hydro In Canada Power Progress Since Early Settlers
The development of Canadian water powers began with French settlers seeking grain and lumber grinding power. After electric generators joined commercial use, a public electricity industry emerged. By 1928 Canada reached 5,349,232 horsepower in hydraulic installations, with 4,445,693 hp for general public distribution.
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Canada
H.p
Shawls Passed Down Through Generations In Ontario Home
James Dickson of Owen Sound Ontario owns two ancient shawls handed down through generations. The older shawl from Aberdeen Scotland is over 350 years old with hand worked Pa's ley pattern and remains sturdy despite wear. The second shawl is a Scotch tartan over 170 years old and looks nearly new.
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James Dickson
Owen Sound
Ontario
Aberdeen
Scotland
Man Pays 5 Shilling Debt After 48 Years in Dundalk
An elderly man in Dundalk enters a shop to settle a five shilling debt from 1881. He says he bought children’s shoes then and left for a job in England, with no record of the transaction.
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Dundalk
Ireland
England
Gold Production World 1927 High at 15 Million Pounds
The 1927 world gold output reached about 15 million pounds sterling. This totals reflects global mining activity with major contributions from key producers across regions.
Grapefruit and Fig Salad Recipe
Peel grapefruit and remove membranes, cut fruit into pieces with preserved figs. Prepare dressing from lemon juice or lime juice, paprika, and a hint of powdered sugar. Use one teaspoon to a half cup of dressing, adjust to taste.
Mountain Highway's Zigzag Tilt Slows Six Miles For One Mile
A road in the Roldal Valley within Norway's mountainous region meanders six miles to gain one mile of forward progress. The winding route reflects challenging terrain and slow travel through steep terrain and elevations.
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Roldal Valley
Norway
Meighen Remembers Teachers Who Guided Him
The article recounts Rt. Hon. Arthur Meighen honoring two St Marys Collegiate Institute teachers who mentored him, Stephen Martin and Frank P. Riddell, both of whom died in London. Meighen traveled to London to attend their funerals and sought them out during visits, showing lasting gratitude and prompting a community lesson in honoring educators.
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Arthur Meighen
St. Marys Collegiate Institute
London
Stephen Martin
Frank P. Riddell
Meighen
An Unnecessary Evil
A medical authority calls baldness unnecessary and cites causes such as tight hats indigestion and lack of exercise. The piece weighs practical limits of hair restorers against a long held belief that a bald head conveys distinction and a striking masculine brow.
Why Winter Is Cold and Sunlight Angle
The passage explains colder winters despite the sun being nearer, noting the sun’s rays strike at a slant in winter, providing less heat than direct overhead summer sun. It also includes assorted statements about cars, opportunity, and a playful exchange on keeping chickens versus owls.
Wonderful Device Demonstrates Self Photographed Heart X Ray
The Franklin Institute hosts a demonstration of a new X ray device by Charlies E Weyl of the University of Pennsylvania Moore School and Dr F Maurice McPhedlan roentgenologist. The instrument reduces variation in X ray photographs of the moving heart and lungs by an integrated system of lights mirrors and an open rubber bulb driven by the pulse to trigger exposures.
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Franklin Institute
Charlies E. Weyl
Moore School of Electrical Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
F. Maurice McPhedlan
Harry Phipps Institute
Seed Extraction Stations Run By Forest Service
The Forest Service of the Interior has set up four seed extraction stations for forest tree seeds. The largest is at New Westminster, BC, with smaller plants at Rocky Mountain House Alberta and Indian Head and Prince Albert Saskatchewan. Seed is used for experimental planting on national forests and for free distribution in the Prairie Provinces. Under a special arrangement, seed from New Westminster is shipped to the British Forestry Commission and the New Zealand Forestry Department for planting programs.
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The
Forest Service
Department of the Interior
New Westminster
British Columbia
Rocky Mountain House
Alberta
Indian Head
Prince Albert
Saskatchewan
Prairie
Dominion Forest Service
British Forestry Commission
New Zealand Forestry Department
Antarctic Ice Melt Could Raise Oceans Fifty Feet, Geologist Warns
An Australian geologist warns that if Antarctic ice caps melt the oceans could rise about 50 feet. The fragmentary text then shifts to a dialogue with Nell and Mamie, showing a domestic exchange about despair and marriage.
Prohibition Ordinance Prohibits Cat Abuse in St Ives
A strict local ordinance in St Ives Cornwall prohibits any abuse of cats in the town. The measure aims to strengthen animal welfare and deter cruelty with clear penalties for violators.
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St. Ives
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Takarable
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Betty Barclay
Annebelle Worthington
Canadian Swine Breeders’ Association
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Mamie
Price
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Toronto
John A. Chantler & Co., Ltd
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Toronto, Ont
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