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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 18, 1929
Page
3
An analysis of 13 prairie districts over 12 years shows fall and winter moisture strongly influences yields, with above normal spring and summer rains unable to consistently compensate. The study notes 1928 1929 drought conditions and explains insufficient spring summer rainfall led to poor prospects and crop effects.
Dr. Page chief medical inspector of immigration notes that rough sea voyages can reveal mental instability. He cites a season where about a dozen immigrants, initially normal, were turned back after exhibiting derangement during or after the voyage. He does not doubt overseas exams but urges rough passage as a test for uncertain individuals.
An elderly lady bought a farm and sought taxation guidance. Surveyors determined the land lies on the American side of the Canada United States border. She expressed relief noting Canadian winters are severely cold.
The article notes Japan favors works by great composers while China features mostly traditional tunes. A child asks why tolls are charged for an empty carriage and a German phrase from Lustige Keiner Zeitung in Cologne is cited.
Ottawa Journal notes dramatic northern expansion as coal discoveries near Abitibi River boost Canada's mineral wealth. It praises the courage of early railway builders and foresees vast development across minerals, forests, fisheries, and hydro power, heralding a new era for the region and the province.
Advertises Style No. 646 a warm weather dress in navy blue georgette crepe and printed fabrics. It notes sizes 16 to 42 inch bust and features include double circular tiers and molded bodice with Vionnet neck line. Pattern priced at 25 cents in stamps.
Pattern order details from the Winnipeg newspaper column list the Union at 175 McDermot Ave. Winnipeg and provide the pattern number for reader inquiries. The brief note guides patrons on obtaining sewing patterns through the newspaper’s pattern service.
The Buletin argues Canada rejects compulsory unionism and arbitration yet shows prosperity, low unemployment, and rising wages. It contrasts 1927 disputes and days lost with Australia 441 strikes and over 1.7 million lost days, urging Australia to learn from Canada’s example without arrogance.
To Have New Industry The Western Foundries Ltd with a capital of 100 000 has purchased four acres of land in the Canadian Pacific Railway industrial section at Lethbridge. Work has begun on buildings. The company plans to manufacture highway machinery mining and oil drilling equipment soil pipes cast iron water pipes and brass aluminum and bronze castings. Pig iron supplies will come from the Pacific coast coke from Michel and moulding sand from the Lethbridge district.
Former superintendent of the Canadian National Railways in London Ontario becomes General Superintendent of the Saskatchewan District with headquarters in Saskatoon after B T Chapell transfers out.
The Montreal Gazette and Moose Jaw Times discuss road dangers from overtaking at high speed. Drivers must stay in full control and avoid risky passes on narrow highways or near ditches to prevent needless deaths and legal consequences. The exchange about a coin joke follows unrelated dialogue.
For the first time since the daily route began October 1 last year a second section departed from St Hubert Airport with travelers unable to secure seats on the regular mail plane. Nine people, six men and three women, flew on two Fairchild aircraft to Albany and New York.
The report states arsenic detected in appreciable quantities in every organ of the human body, indicating widespread contamination.
Lieut Col R M Blair, noted Empire rifle shot, boards the Duchess of York on the Canadian Pacific liner escorted by a new health inspector Dr A M Waylon. Blair’s trophies include the Gold Medal King’s Prize Grand Aggregate Gold Cross and National Rifle Gold Badge. he also receives an autograph photo of King George V.
The Central Company of the Canadian Poultry Pool faced an unprecedented surplus as Western Canadian egg production outpaced demand. Export markets in Great Britain were insufficient, forcing Melange with undergrades into consumption and pressuring prices. The pool aims to stabilize by orderly marketing and higher prices per dozen.
The Saskatoon exhibition will provide facilities for a large provincial turkey section at the winter poultry show. Professor R. K. Baker explains the move as a provincial turkey show. The Saskatchewan Turkey Breeders Association executive also backs cooperation with World Poultry Congress preparations in London next year. R. H. Stapleton will supervise Saskatchewan birds at the Toronto Royal fall show, aiding other exhibitors, with banding and inspection guidelines drawn up for the Department of Agriculture.
The National Parks of Canada Department of the Interior and the United States Biological Survey cooperate in monthly waterfowl censuses across Canada and the United States. The surveys collect data on numbers distribution and migrations of ducks geese swans and coots to aid the Migratory Birds Convention Act administration.
The Department of Trade and Commerce Ottawa announces Canada's official participation in a six weeks' British Empire Trade Exhibition to be held in spring 1931 at Palermo Park in Buenos Aires, the Argentine Rural Society’s stock show venue.
In Essex County Ontario the growing of Turkish cigarette tobacco is reported a success. Early reports compare its production favorably with Macedonia, long the center of Turkish leaf culture.
In Upton England a sign declares that billposting is prohibited in this village. The notice marks local restrictions on posting advertisements and public notices within the settlement boundaries.
First payments under the Alberta Government Farm Loan Schemes will begin shortly. A large number of carefully selected applications are in final stages, with loans approved by the Edmonton Board and the all Canadian Board at Ottawa. mortgage papers are being prepared and cash payments will start after legal points are settled. Poet declares to landlady he’s sold a poem titled Ode to a Fair Lady, then quips about writing Owed to a Lana lady.
Tommy recalls missing three weeks from school due to influenza. John says his illness was worse and occurred during the holidays.
Cartoon caption notes a joke about a person discovering their hiding place after a party. Karikaturen Oslo remarks on the humorous scene with a playful tone.
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