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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 12, 1958
Page
9
A Remembrance Day essay recalls poppy selling for veterans and the cost of freedom. Billy questions why poppies are worn as grandfather explains a country’s war sacrifice and veterans needs, ending with Billy pledging to buy a poppy and help veterans.
A Canadian carpet designer advises studying designs already used in public spaces to pick durable, fashion-forward carpets. He notes professionals lead with new colors like tweed, and man-made fibers plus wool blends offer wear, colorfastness, and broad price ranges, making carpets a practical choice for any budget.
A discussion on how collecting illness symptoms after retirement is risky. It warns against self diagnosis and urges consulting a doctor for any suspected disease. It notes clinics in many communities can help with such matters and emphasizes professional authority.
Senator Muriel McQueen Fergusson urges public libraries to expand access for Canadian children. She recalls early reading, cites Fredericton library growth, and stresses that every child should receive at least one good book during Young Canada’s Book Week. She warns many rural children lack library access and calls for ongoing support and adult discussion to foster a lasting love of reading.
Alphabetic directions describe embroidering or painting Santa's face and applique cap for a festive apron or wall decoration. Includes transfer of head pattern pieces and printing instructions for sending thirty five cents to Household Arts Department in Toronto.
A joke reports Russians at the Pearly Gates denied entry as atheists. One begs for his dog back, and a tramp scene notes a beggar’s changing coin gifts. A North news note mentions lucoside as the pepper heat ingredient.
A warning on child use of matches and coal oil emphasizes adult responsibility. Do not leave children unattended near stoves lamps or matches as fires can erupt in minutes. Safe lighting practices include dipping wood in coal oil and placing waxy kindling to reduce flare ups.
Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railway announce round trip excursion tickets for the Grey Cup in Vancouver. Fares apply west of Armstrong and Port Arthur in Ontario and east of Banff and Jasper in Alberta. The November 29 final runs with sale from November 24 to 28. Coach and tourist class only. saves of over $20 from Winnipeg and up to $30 from the Lakehead.
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