Canadian tree seeds plant global reach and growth
Canadian conifer seeds gain world reputation for hardiness and disease resistance. New Westminster BC hosts a large plant harvesting seeds for export to British Empire authorities. Canada advances forestry as Quebec and Ontario expand 1928 planting programs amid national efforts to replace forests.
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Natural Resources Intelligence Service
Department of the Interior
Ottawa
Forestry Service
British Columbia
New Westminster
British Empire
Canada
Quebec
Ontario
Saskatchewan Turkey Breeding Stock Appraisal Expanded
Six field reps from the Saskatchewan provincial agriculture department completed inspections of several hundred turkeys and approved about 500 birds for breeding stock. A card index tracks approved birds by owner, with transfers creating new cards. Saskatchewan’s list was shared with federal poultry promoters across Ontario, Quebec, P E I, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Manitoba and Alberta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Department of Agriculture
W. A. Brown
Federal Poultry Division
Ontario
Quebec
Prince Edward Island
New Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Manitoba
Alberta
W. Waldron
Regina
Davidson
Penzance
Imperial
Richardson
Zeelandia
Laura
Saskatoon
Alberta Sheep Shipments Boost Cardston District Farmers
A shipment of 442 lambs near Cardston yielded about 10 dollars per head for farmers. Additional consignments included breeding ewes and a carload of Rambouillet rams, signaling a growing sheep industry in the mixed farming district.
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Cardston
Saskatchewan Seed Drill Survey Reveals Seed Quality
The seed drill survey in Saskatchewan reports wheat samples: 3 No 1, 4 No 2, 3 rejected per 10. oats show 16 percent No 1 or 2, 16 percent No 3, and 68 percent rejected. Noxious weeds drive many low grades. Officials note cleaning machinery varies less than grain pollution and operator skill. farmers need better equipment and methods for seed preparation.
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Saskatchewan
C. M. Hamilton
Field Crops
Backbone Of Trade Emphasis On Newspaper Advertising
Ernest Tomowske, advertising specialist and former newspaper man, told the Advertising Club of Spokane that advertising is the backbone of business. He said newspaper ads bring buyers to the store and should be used alongside windows and billboards to reach the home.
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Ernest Tomowske
Advertising Club
Spokane
Washington
Tomowske
Youthful frock pattern from Winnipeg Fashion Book
The pattern No. 1696 features a sectional bodice with a gathered front, scalloped lower edge joined to a two piece flared skirt, convertible collar, and long dart fitted sleeves with handcuffs. Sizes 16 18 20 years. size 18 requires 3 yards 39 inch or 2 13/4 yards 54 inch. Pattern price 20 cents. Fashion Book 10 cents.
Financial Times Publishes Canadian Supplement in London
The Financial Times announces a Canadian supplement to appear semiannually for three years. A 40 page issue features a foreword by James Malcolm and articles on agriculture banking trade railways minerals industries and investments. Editors say Canada’s two decade growth surpasses earlier US gains and will strengthen UK Canada ties. Toronto Globe notes the proactive outreach.
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Financial Times
Londion
Dominion
James Malcolm
R. J. Barrett
Canada
United States
Toronto Globe
Trent Farm Sold to Mennonite Colony in Alberta Deal
Northern Alberta records its largest farm sale of the year as the 2,641 acre Trent Farm in Tofield District changes hands for over 126000 dollars. Eight Mennonite families become new owners and will take possession January first.
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Alberta
Trent Farm
Tofield
Character Writes Itself On A Man's Face
A man bears a mysterious mark described as a character appearing on his face through indelible ink. The incident draws curiosity and police inquiry into the source and purpose of the marking.
Canadian Goes To Colombia Stock From Tavistock Ontario
Stock of Tavistock Ontario graduate of Guelph has been named livestock commissioner for Colombia. Dr. Santiago Abadia announced in Toronto that Canada will supply cattle and expertise for Colombia’s $1.5 million agricultural program. Kenneth McArthur and Washington Bernal, both Guelph graduates, assist in the Canada Col mbia livestock purchases and farm operations near Bogota.
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Frei Stock
Tavistock
Ontario
Ontario Agricultural College
Guelph
Republic of Colombia
South America
Toronto
Santiago Abadia
Colombia
Abadia
Ontario Agriculth
Canada
Bogota
South
Kenneth McArthur
London
McArthur
Washington Bernal
Express Cargo Steamers For C P R Becomes Beaverhill Launch
The Beaverhill, the fourth of five 10 000 ton express cargo steamers under construction in Glasgow for the Canadian Pacific Atlantic service, was launched. The ship, 520 feet long and 61.5 feet wide, carries about 10 000 tons deadweight and 27 feet load draft, with maximum drafts up to 13 600 tons. Built by Barclay, Curle and Co for weekly Canada Britain Continental service, the ceremony honored by Misa Mavis Gillies.
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Canadian Pacific
Messrs. Barclay, Curle and Co
Glasgow
Beaverhill
Misa Mavis Gillies
Iunset
James Gillies
Canadian Pacific Steamships Ltd
Great Britain
Canada
St. Lawrence
Canadian Pacifi
Canadian
Great Dritzin
Beaverburn
Beaverdale
Beaverford
Beaverbrae
Betting habits recalled in Canada and tales of impractical contrivances
A Montreal Gazette report notes Canada’s betting on race tracks rose to 47.9 million dollars in the just-ended season, with more racing days than 1926. It contrasts gambling’s decline in social sting with historical bets and lawsuits such as the Napoleon wager and Sir Mark Sykes’ agreement, reflecting shifting moral attitudes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Department of Agriculture
The
Dominion
Britain
Mark
Montreal Gazette
Milk cows rise as Canada farm herd grows
A June survey by the bureau of statistics shows Canada added 55,000 milch cows and 54,000 other cattle. Milky stock increased nationwide with 3,894,311 milch cows and 5,277,000 other cattle, while horses sheep and swine also rose. Saskatchewan and Alberta saw declines in milch cattle, though Alberta gains ranch cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Statistics
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Champion movie fan travels miles to cinema every night
An 85 year old Cherokee Indiana woman has not missed a night at a picture show in eight years including Sundays. Since 1919 she has viewed 2290 films, braving cold and storms to reach the theatre. The excerpt ends with a joke about misheard expense items and an umbrella purchase.
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Cherokee
Indiana
Local Banter Over Job Hope Fades
A brief exchange mocks a husband’s pursuit of a post with a joke about yawning at the moment of victory. The line hints at hopeful imagination and skepticism about the outcome.
Blind Melrose telephone operator keeps crossing years at switchboard
Mrs Clara Raney once lost sight at 28 but learned to operate by touch and sound. Now at 62 she works from 5am to midnight in Melrose Ohio, never takes a vacation in 20 years, using bells in place of lights and never misconnecting a call. She plans to continue serving for several more years.
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Clara Raney
Melrose
Ohio
Swiss farmer accepts cow sale with deal for children
A Swiss farmer offered his cow to two buyers at 1,250 francs but settled for 1,200 with the condition that each of his children receives five francs. The remark appears in a column of quirky quotes and observations.
Assessment value set for White Tense exemption
The assessment lists White Tense in Washington at £22,006.00 but the property is exempt from taxation. The record notes an exemption status despite the stated value.
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Washington
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Sue
Doctor of Divinity
WN VU
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Taffiouy
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
London Paper Prints
Jake
Sam
Dicky
Micky
Everybody's Weekly
St. Andrew’s
New Zealand
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