Two Threats to Tuberculosis Fight in Western Dominion
Article warns of two main infection sources in Western Canada Indians and newcomers from TB-rife countries. It cites declines in TB death rates since 1921, notes remaining high risk among Indians and immigrants, and urges expanded prevention and health laws across the Indian population and white communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Canada
Saskatchewan
Saskachewan
Christian Smith
Saskachewan Anti-Tuberculosis League
Mr. Smith
Qu’Appelle
T.B
Italian clown Venturelli leaves heir a top hat
Farewell joke by famed Italian clown Joke Gilberto Venturelli ends with a bequest of his top hat to his son. A deposit receipt for 30 000 lire in the son's name falls from the hat when stomped in anger. Venturelli now runs a restaurant and preserves the hat in a glass case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilberto Venturelli
Italy
Venturelli
Radio moves tune life from year to month
A broadcast change shortens the radio tune’s viability from a year to a month, affecting programmers and listeners. The shift trims exposure time and may alter scheduling and promotional plans across stations.
Neutron Magnetic Strength Measured by Two Professors
Professors Felix Bloch and Luis Alvarez report a neutron magnetic strength of 1.93 nuclear magnetons using a 75 ton instrument. They note it would take one trillion trillion neutrons to equal a small horseshoe magnet, illustrating neutrons as tiny magnets within atomic nuclei.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felix Bloch
Sanford University
Luis Alvarez
University of California
Valve Seat Test Reflects Grinding Accuracy
A valve’s grinding accuracy is judged by dropping it into its seat. If it does not bounce back, the grinding is improper. a properly seated valve should rebound.
Canadian Radium War Supply Ties Up Dominion Resources
The Northern Miner reports the British government has control of Canada’s radium uranium and related metals for the war. Eldorado Gold Mines Limited confirms steady flow to Britain and stockpiles at Waterways Fort Smith and Great Bear Lake. Refinery at Port Hope is ready to meet war demand up to eight to ten grams monthly.
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Dominion
Eldorado Gold Mines, Limited
British War Ministry
Eldorado
Port Hope
Ontario
Waterways
Fort Smith
Great Bear Lake
Lipsett Journalist and Press Gallery Leader Dies at Ottawa Hospital
Robert Lipsett prominent parliamentary correspondent for the Toronto Daily Star died in Ottawa hospital. A 49 year old Toronto native, he served as press gallery president and built a long career across Toronto Winnipeg Montreal Ottawa. Educated at Manitoba University, Lipsett began with Winnipeg Telegram and spoke for Calgary Edmonton Vancouver and Montreal papers before directing publicity for the Conservative party in 1929 30 and later rejoining the press gallery with Toronto Mail and Empire Toronto Saturday Night and finally the Daily Star.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Lipsett
Toronto Daily Star
Ottawa
Lipsett
Press Gallery
Toronto
Winnipeg
Montreal
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg Telegram
Calgary
Edmonton
Vancouver
Conservative Party
Toronto Mail and Empire
Toronto Saturday Night
Foreign correspondents classified as hard labourers
Reporters abroad faced a German classification of hard laborers. This designation doubled their weekly meat ration to a little over two pounds, placing hard labourers ahead of white collar workers in the ration system.
Man Arrested In Cow Theft In Orangeburg
A suspect was arrested on a theft charge in Orangeburg South Carolina after a cow was stolen and tracks only showed human imprints. The man admitted placing shoes on the cow to mislead pursuers and received 18 months of road work.
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Orangeburg
S.C
Origin of Old Terms Longitude and Latitude
The terms longitude and latitude trace to early geographic ideas tied to the Mediterranean view. Longitude signified east west directions as the sea defined east and west extension, while latitude related to north south positioning.
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Mediterranean Sea
Trench Digging Breaks Green Court Silence Near Canterbury
Turf at the Green Court near Canterbury Cathedral reveals trenches dug in the old cricket green of King's School marking a sharp change from centuries of undisturbed turf.
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Canterbury Cathedral
King’s School
Global spread of cactus by collectors noted
The cactus, once native to the American continents, has been dispersed worldwide by plant collectors, expanding its range across continents and into new ecosystems. The report highlights the hidden ecological impacts and growing interest from hobbyists and traders.
Vast Fortifications Face Off In Europe Defenses
The article compares France Maginot line and Germany Siegfried Limes line as rival fortifications. It notes Maginot as stronger with underground tunnels earthscrapers and long range guns spanning about 200 miles from Belgium to Switzerland. Germany's line features 22,000 bunkers and major soil removal to clear lines of fire.
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France
Germany
Limes
Hitler
Belgium
Switzerland
Netherlands
Orange Mum Highlighted Among Toronto Specials
A Toronto store advertised chrysanthemum plants for indoor or outdoor decoration during a weekend specials week. A woman mailed in an order abbreviated as one orange mum and a large pail of orange marmalade was promptly delivered.
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Toronto
Fire prevention urged as children at risk in Canada fire toll
A historical plea cites Canada fire deaths totaling 263 victims including 105 children in 1937 and 118 in 1938. The author blames parental negligence for children left alone, urges teaching fire safety, keeping matches away, and discouraging cel luloid toy use to prevent similar tragedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Division Ends 9 Year Harlem Partnership in 50 50 Split
Herbert L. Bruce dissolved his nine year partnership with Miles Duncan co owner of a Harlem restaurant after a political quarrel. Bruce called in 10 men to partition the business object by object including tables chairs a counter a mirror a straw hat and a roast chicken on a platter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert L. Bruce
Miles Duncan
Harlem
Bruce
Tammany Hall
Antonio wins family sweep stake and joins Edmonton Regiment
A Pole named S. Antonio of Sexsmith won a family sweepstake, went to Edmonton, and enlisted in the Edmonton Regiment. The piece notes European cultivation of the cabbage rose for two millennia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Antonio of
Sexsmith
Edmonton Regiment
Antonio
Edmonton
Women Seek Auto Mechanics Training At Ottawa School
In Ottawa, more than 30 women applied for a night course in automobile mechanics at Ottawa Technical School as registration remained open. Interest in automotive work by women predates Canada's war declaration, with earlier reports noting female applications but a male-only course. The collegiate board later allowed women to enter.
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Ottawa
Survey Finds Modern Car Lifespan Averages 84 Years
A survey reports the average lifespan of a modern automobile at 84 years. The finding highlights longevity expectations for vehicles and their maintenance implications.
Composer Makes Return To Music Scene After Hiatus
Veteran musician defies doubts with new projects after taking time off. He announces fresh collaborations and a tour, signaling renewed creativity and public interest in his work.
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Rantford
Ont
Pierce
Maginot and Siegfried Lines
Aei
Royal
Europe
Mickie
Para-Sani
Appleford Paper Products Limited
Appleford Paper Products Ltd
Winnipeg - Regina
Saskatoon
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