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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 09, 1946
Page
2
The article notes intense focus on immigration in Canada, with Parliament debates and an inter departmental committee drafting a post war policy. The Senate Immigration Committee urged a selective immigration program as shipping space becomes available to safeguard national living standards and international standing.
Canadian officials debate whether 3 500 000 square miles of land can stay under exclusive ownership as a population of 12 million grows. Proponents argue for selective immigration to ensure asset building newcomers, while crowding in other regions presses for orderly expansion.
The 1931 rules limited unrestricted immigration to British subjects and Americans with special categories. Arrangements now allow relatives of Canadians from abroad if supported and housed. Also 4000 Polish veterans who served with the Canadian Army in Italy may be admitted to work on farms for two years. A selective immigration policy gains broad support to settle unoccupied land and boost domestic markets.
Dr J A Dauphinee of Toronto told the Manitoba Medical Association convention in Winnipeg that streptomycin, a fairly new drug not yet generally available, will be effective in treating certain infections that do not respond to penicillin. An increased supply was anticipated.
In wartime price guidance, ration book five coupons R22 R23 R24 R25 used for butter and Q5 to Q25 used for meat will be invalid. Paper shortages persist and housewives should carry bags to reduce wrapping. Priority certificates for cars were lifted August 15 1946. Return any ration book errors to the local ration board and request Wartime Prices and Trade Board pamphlets.
A Sheffield engineer introduces a high speed precast building system that completes houses within a week. Molds cast cellular concrete sections faced with imitation brick or stones, with jigsaw-like dovetailed components enabling rapid, complete assembly.
London Home Secretary Ede warns against repealing the 1735 Witchcraft Act saying it could curb unscrupulous exploitation of grief. He told the Spiritualists Union that mediums need fear no prosecution unless fraud or imposture is proven.
The advertisement touts New Fast Rising Royal bread starter with faster acting action and rich home baked flavor. It promises four packets per carton and four large loaves per packet, staying full strength for weeks in the pantry.
A collage of light humor from a community page includes jokes about umbrellas in rain, oak trees from nuts, a dirty look and a five year old’s face washing dime, a concert misfire with a comic “All Clear” quip, a tourist corn riddle, and classroom quips about Plymouth Rock and a baby reciting Baa Baa Black Sheep.
The Brandon Sun notes that ancient people blamed celestial bodies for troubles, a cheaper stance than maintaining a government to assign blame. The line suggests skepticism about centralized blame and governance.
In a whimsical Near East rumor cycle, five Gazelle boys are said to eat grass and run at extraordinary speeds. Initial tale involved a Bedouin boy mischaracterized as a grass eater. later reports place others across Trans-Jordan, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon, with wild claims of pipeline patrols and language lessons at Beyrouth.
Vancouver police face uniform shortages with new recruits deployed in plain clothes. Board of Police Commissioners says it takes three to five months to obtain new uniforms, hindering proper deployment. Police Chief Alex McNeill notes the impact on training and operations.
A collection of aphorisms from figures like Sutta Eddy Barr Roosevelt Lowell Garfield and others. The pieces emphasize deeds over birth, the value of philanthropy, honest effort, economy, and the impact of small, well executed actions.
A testimonial describes waking with dull headaches due to a troubled stomach and constipation, claiming Kruschen Salts improved mornings and daily energy. The letter notes regular morning doses relieve symptoms and urges trials for 25¢ or 75¢ at drug stores.
Edinburgh reports that bagpipes could boost visitor appeal in Scotland alongside Highland dancing and music. The Scottish Council on Industry notes toursists may prefer salmon venison and trout to haggis, while Highland displays attract crowds. The piece also clarifies the Prince Albert coat naming origins.
A brief note asserts that an ordinary sneeze projects about two to three feet, estimating typical nasal expulsion distance without elaboration.
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