Periodic Health Examinations in the Preventive Era
The piece argues for preventive medicine led by doctors and public health teams. It notes vaccination since smallpox, expanding immunizations, and the shift from curing to keeping people healthy, with periodic health exams as a key tool. Canadian doctors and insurers collaborate to fund routine wellness checks, highlighting a future where illness prevention dominates medical practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon Bates
Canadian
Public Health Journal
Canada
Dr. Bates
Value Of Agricultural Fairs Remarks By Minister Weir And Postmaster Sauve
The Minister of Agriculture Robert Weir outlined a policy to aid farmers nationwide while Arthur Sauve Postmaster General spoke at the Three Rivers exhibition on the value of agricultural fairs. Sauve urged national education efforts to ensure all regions contribute to solutions amid an acknowledged crisis and called on governing bodies to play their part.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Weir
Arthur Sauve
Three Rivers
Sauve
Clover Seed Prospects for 1930 Crop Better in Quality
The Seed Branch of the Dominion Department of Agriculture estimates 1930 alsike clover seed will be higher quality than 1929, though Ontario output should not exceed one third of the 1929 70 000 bushels. Red clover seed shows better prospects with little carryover and 1930 acreage about 50 percent below normal. Alfalfa seed acreage is expected to rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion Department of Agriculture
Ontario
Montreal Unemployment Figures Reported by Unions
Labor unions inform Montreal city hall that 21 000 to 23 000 are unemployed while 10 000 to 15 000 work two or three days weekly. Alderman Alfred Mathieu says the data will go to Minister of Labor Gideon Robertson for national compilation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Ald
Alfred Mathieu
Gideon Robertson
Victoria Tower Spire Said to Be World’s Highest
Report notes Victoria Tower in London reaching 420 feet and claimed as the tallest spire worldwide, highlighting its prominence among tall church and civic structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria Tower
London
Causes Of Drought Increments Of Meteorological Information
The piece discusses the 1930s drought with New York Herald Tribune notes on high pressure, shifting storm tracks northward, and reduced rain for US plains. It cites Browne’s moon-cycle theory linking lunar shifts to oceanic tides and winds, comparing current drought to 1874 and urging further research.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald-Tribune
United States
North America
Pacific
Atlantic
America
Hudson Bay
Canada
Herbert Janvrin Browne
Signs of the times dialog in a wartime setting
A patient teacher discusses modern habits and slang while asking Herbert to name signs of the times. Herbert responds with warnings like Kept Out No Fishing No Hunting No Trespass as the exchange reflects wartime caution and social codes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert
Beef Grading Policy Boosts Canadian Beef Quality
The Dominion livestock branch beef grading policy aids Canadian consumers and producers by clearly identifying beef quality. The Imperial Food Journal notes the two top grades marked for public information and protection, strengthening demand for better beef and encouraging higher quality cattle and finished animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion Livestock Branch
Imperial Food Journal
Old Country
Canada
Cattle Shipments Mark Thaw in Canada to Britain
On August 21 a forty head shipment of Canadian cattle left Canada for the United Kingdom. The trial aims to revive cross Atlantic trade after the US closed its border to our animals. Observers expect potential for sixty thousand head this year if shipping facilities are arranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
United Kingdom
United States
Atlantic
Co-Operative Wool Growers Exceed Wool Target At Weston
A check by the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers shows more than 3,250,000 pounds of wool received at Weston or en route this season with a further 250,000 pounds expected. The group targets 3,000,000 pounds set at the last annual meeting will be exceeded. Alberta contributed over 1,500,000 pounds while Manitoba Saskatchewan and Ontario each posted about 500,000. British Columbia delivered 385,000 and Quebec plus the Maritimes 150,000 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers
Weston
Alberta
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Ontario
British Columbia
Quebec
Maritimes
Bath village businessman keeps 70-year store going
In Bath near Kingston Ontario an 81 year old, Robert Mott, marks 70 years in business running a general store with his wife and son. He earlier operated a harness shop from 1860 to 1890. His ancestry includes a grandmother aged 101 and a grandfather 90.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath
Kingsston
Ont
Robert Mott
Water Fowl Observation Network Across North America
Hundreds of voluntary observers in Canada and the United States collect monthly water fowl counts. Canada reports to National Parks of Canada Ottawa. United States reports to the Biological Survey Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Aerica
Canada
National Parks of Canada
Department of the Interior
Ottawa
United States
Biological Survey
Washington
Growing Respect Deepens Canada United States Ties
The Saturday Evening Post notes growing respect and goodwill between Canada and the United States driven by expanding trade and joint interests. It highlights rapid freezing packaging transforming meat markets, Canada’s rising industrial stature, cross-border investment, insurance and banking links, and mutual migration strengthening ties. It underscores peaceful economic convergence over conflict potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
France
Italy
Japan
Canada
United States
McAdoo
the Treasury
Saturday Evening Post
Futuristic Field Dress Pattern With Bow Detail
A summer pattern showcases soft moulded lines in chiffon with a waist emphasis via horizontal pin tucks. A crepe bow sits at the left hip while a low circular skirt flounce ends in a wrapped front. Available in multiple bust sizes with color options and a 25 cent price. Pattern Department address included.
Honor Heroic Conductor Honored for Rescue on Rideau Canal
Colonel the Honorable Murray MacLaren and Colonel C. A. Hodgetts presented an Honorary Testimonial of the Royal Canadian Humane Society to Clarence W. Leach, passenger conductor on the Canadian Pacific Railway, for rescuing Claire McDougall from drowning in the Rideau Canal last June. The presentation occurred in the Minister of Pensions and National Health's office with J. H. Hughes present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murray MacLaren
C. A. Hodgetts
St. John’s Ambulance Association
Clarence W. Leach
Canadian Pacific Railway
Ottawa
Montreal
Claire McDougall
Rideau Canal
Mr. Leach
Hodgetts
J. H. Hughes
C.P.R
Royal Canadian Humane Society
How To Order Patterns Pattern No teem eee Name Size
A compact guide outlines how to order sewing patterns. It lists pattern number tee m e e e with size options and basic ordering steps for customers seeking specific pattern details.
Manitoba Egg Laying Contest Leaders at Brandon Farm
White Leghorns owned by J. R. Beer of Brandon topped the Manitoba egg laying contest at the Brandon Experimental Farm at week 37 with a total of 1,636.2 points and 1,634 eggs. Jarred rocks owned by F. E. Foster of Lena led weekly production with 51.2 points and 48 eggs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Brandon Experimental Farm
J. R. Beer
Brandon
F. E. Foster
Lena
Man
Cultivated Forage Crops and Dominion Range Work Seen
The Forage Crop Division at the Central Experimental Farm reports a record 1929 for forage crops with G P McRostie noting progress in range management and pasture improvement at the Dominion Range Experiment Station near Manyberries Alberta. It highlights work across western provinces with ranchers and farmers on cultivated forage crops and range areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Experimental Farm
G. P. McRostie
Dominion
Dominion Range Experiment Station
Manyberries
Alberta
Half Million Organic Compounds Now Known
Chemists have cataloged about five hundred thousand organic compounds, reflecting a broad growth in chemical diversity and structural complexity across research, industry, and academia.
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John Burke Ingram
Canadian Medical Assocciation
Dominion Department of Health
Canadian Medical Association
Buen Huwor
Madrid
Postmaster-General
Clover Seed Prospects
Co-Operative Wool Growers
Toronto
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Topio
Annebelle Worthington
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Dominion Range
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