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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 21, 1932
Page
2
The article argues conferences since World War I, from Geneva disarmament talks to Lausanne and Ottawa, advance understanding and trust. It notes gains in naval disarmament, economic cooperation, and the shift away from trade barriers, despite criticism that outcomes are slow or partial.
A six year Paris lawsuit ends with theMetro losing a dispute over a five centime extra charge after passengers presented tickets bought before a fare rise. The plaintiff spent enough on costs to be said to have traveled around the world.
An Irish magistrate in a Dublin court sums up a case. The plaintiff is a handsome woman and her daughter a witness. The judge notes the case seems plain except for Mrs O Toole and her charming daughter. The remark underscores the social tension in the courtroom.
William Green of the American Federation of Labor deplores the 11,000,000 unemployed in the United States and warns that reliance on state support could erode individual ambition and self reliance. He emphasizes the need for labor to earn its own livelihood.
An English actor visiting a seaside resort for a week struggled to find accommodation. He faced grubby digs and, being fastidious, asked the landlady if the sheets were clean. She replied the previous guest swam in them every Friday.
Canadian census data show divorce rising in New Brunswick Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta British Columbia and the North West Territories while decreasing in Quebec Ontario Nova Scotia Prince Edward Island and Yukon. Total divorced persons reach 7,441, up from 7,401 a decade earlier.
Prof Auguste Piccard plans a third ascent to the stratosphere next summer from the northwest shore of Hudson Bay. He seeks to study cosmic rays where magnetic lines reach the stratosphere, aiming near the north pole. He recalls rising to roughly 55 000 feet with freezing gondola and air temperatures.
Persain Balm is praised for its magical effect on the skin creating a lovely complexion. It cools caresses and relieves roughness from weather conditions while leaving the skin with a rose leaf texture and a delicately fragrant finish.
Gainsborough artist K S Wood discovers England has over two thousand windmills while the Netherlands count about 1700. He has painted 200 mills as many are torn down, with Lincolnshire leading at 170 mills.
In Olivet Michigan a college town there are no passenger trains serving the town since buses and automobiles became common. Mail is collected from hooks and only one daily freight train handles parcel post and express deliveries.
Officials of the National Library for the Blind announce an Anglo American agreement to standardize Braille books. The change allows blind readers in the United States and Britain access to a wider selection, with detective stories slated as a primary import into England. Three American delegates traveled to London to settle details: R. B. Irwin, G. F. Meyer, and L. W. Bodenberg.
The Border Cities Star notes railway constables require permits for travelers to Fort Churchill the Hudson Bay Railway terminus. Passengers face strict checks en route and at Churchill, with few attempting northward travel without proper authorization. The piece praises government oversight to prevent stranded travelers and aid Churchill’s operations.
At Crater Lake National Park a rare camp robber nest of the Oregon jay has sparked interest. An eastern ornithological society offers a $100 award for locating such a nest.
Cypress Hills Provincial Park rises 1800 feet above Maple Creek on the Saskatchewan side and covers eighteen square miles. Established as a forest reserve and game sanctuary, it hosts rainbow and Loch Leven trout and two lakes Loch Mond and Loch Leven at 4000 feet elevation. Trails, rustic bridges, and facilities include fourteen cabin and kitchen structures for vacationers.
The piece argues for strict driving hours to curb fatigue among long haul drivers. It cites highway accidents caused by drowsy driving and asserts that beyond professional operators, private motorists would also benefit from such rules. It stresses vigilance is essential and nodding off at the wheel risks disastrous outcomes.
The former Kaiser Wilhelm owns and maintains a church in North Bohemia. For the 75th anniversary of the German Evangelical Church of Marienbad, he sent a congratulatory letter from Doorn and made the pastor a member of the Order of Hohenzollern. He donated two windows for the church’s 50th anniversary. Wilhelm, then exalted ruler of the German Empire, has long held title to the property and remains closely involved, as shown by the anniversary letter reported by the London Daily Express.
Since asthma has long existed, many remedies failed. Dr J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy earns steady praise for relief and converts, without sensational promotion, establishing a strong standing in medicine.
England completed a car described as the most luxurious ever made for the eleven year old son of the Maharajah of Jodhp ur. It has a four cylinder motor that can travel 74 miles on four gallons of gas and bay sized miniature seats steering wheel and controls. Special gears limit speed to 15 miles an hour, making it safe for a young driver.
A 37 year old woman details shedding 28 pounds after three months using Kruschen Salts. She notes initial reluctance, a 5 pounds 4 ounces loss in three weeks, and increased energy. The ad claims the salts cleanse waste and support organs and nerves.
Prof J B Harrington of Saskatchewan University notes Reward wheat is growing in favor across several districts. Farmers north of Moose Jaw report better yields with Reward compared with Margulis, while Kryder reports Reward replacing Garnet due to lodging and rust.
A southeastern suburb of Berlin hosts a colony of about fifty dwarfs who build a miniature town with small houses and rooms. Mostly stage folk, they received official recognition from the postmaster general who authorized a tiny post office named Zweigstadt. The dwarfs plan tiny homes to exclude normal height people.
A bottle of Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil is claimed to arm the holder against many ills. It is said to relieve coughs and colds, prevent sore throat, reduce swelling from sprains, heal sores, and treat cuts and contusions, described as a medicine chest in itself.
An admirer's line about an actress having teeth like stars prompts The St. Thomas Times-Journal to quip many people lose teeth at night. The Toronto Star suggests if teeth are stars, the Milky Way could be heavenly toothpaste.
Quick relief for distemper using Douglas Egyptian Liniment recommended for horses. Keep a bottle handy in the stable for prompt treatment and maintenance of animal health.
A London Times writer notes that the value of output from UK farms surpasses that of agriculture in Canada and Australia. He estimates yearly output value at £300,000,000 for the United Kingdom versus £275,000,000 in the Dominions.
The article states that the eagle’s nest weighs between 10 and 12 pounds, indicating a substantial structure built by the bird. No additional context or dates are provided.
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