World Happenings Briefly Told
Snapshot of notes across nations and leaders covering probate in Michigan and large estates in the United States. Reports include refugees aid in Montreal, anti tank guns in the US army, Canada and Australia flour exports, a Scripps estate appraisal, diplomacy on immigration prospects, Ottawa government employee salaries, Italy’s anti Jewish decree, and Canadian livestock feed wheat estimates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel G. Dodge
Pontiac
Mich
Laurine McDonald
Montreal
Chinese Patriotic Society
Malin Craig
United States Army
Canada
Australia
United States
Robert P. Scripps
Henry Page Croft
London
British Columbia
Speaks From Experience Trained Newspaper Man on Germany
G S Williams, motoring editor of the Daily Telegraph Sydney, says Germany plans for war by constant prep. He notes Sudeten Germans as blood brothers to Germany and anticipates annexation when opportune. He cites Germany’s transport improvements and food substitutions amid shortages. A Japanese police bullet-proof vest and a giant cucumber in Vale, England, are noted as curious items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
G.S. Williams
Daily Telegraph
Sydney
New South Wales
Australia
Czechoslovakia
Williams
Hitler
Sudeten
Royal Automobile Club of Australia
Berlin
Photos From Flin Flon Mine Show Staff And Engineers
A captioned image spread lists mine shift bosses and engineers at the Flin Flon mine on the Manitoba Saskatchewan border. Front row features workers from Canada and abroad including Joe Skoda Paul Skuten Thos Holmes James Watt John Orr Horace West etc. The second caption honors engineers who check daily records and moves, naming K Wilkinson L Jobin A Carson E Paull W Lacey and more from Canada the U S A Sweden Ireland and England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butcher & Runnaltia
Regina
Flin Pen
Flin Flon
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Joe Skoda
Winnipeg
Paul Skuten
Vegreville
Alta
Thos. Holmes
Blissfield
N.B
James Watt
Scotland
John Orr
Ireland
George Watt
Horace West
England
Ben Westendorf
Germany
Walter Gillis
Owen Sound
Ont
Harry Wenherlund
Sweden
Algor Mossell
Wm. Webeck
Finland
Thomas Kennedy
Manus Wilson
Wes Mahan
Girvin
Sask
Wm. Schweitzer
Killabey
Roy Mooney
Kinburn
Eric Runehjelm
M. A. Roche
U.S.A
W. A. Green
Iver Heggmark
Butcher & Runnalls
Flin Fon
K. Wilkinson
L. Jobin
A. Carson
Broderick
E. Paull
W. Lacey
Waterloo
Iowa
A. Koffman
Stonewall
Man
C. Lewthwaite
Redvers
E. Runehjelm
G. Wilson
M. Gasena
Halifax
N.S
C. Spice
L. Spurrill
Lanigan
J. Thompson
Alberta
R. Gayfer
Prince Albert
C. Donald
Saskatoon
F. Dupuis
O. Gwillam
Schenectady
N.Y
A. Johnson
Abolition Of Honking Promoted By National Safety Council
The National Safety Council magazine Public Safety advocates abolishing car horns and horn buttons to boost comfort and safety. It notes places with bans see fewer accidents and cites Italy as a long time example. Traffic expert Milter McClintock says horn users show themselves as poor drivers and good drivers avoid horns through forethought.
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Public Safety
U.S. National Safety Council
Italy
Milter McClintock
McClintock
Tart Cranberry Salad
Dissolve Lemon Jell-O and sugar in hot water then chill. Chop cranberries and fold into the slightly thickened Jell-O with diced red apples. Pour into molds and chill until firm. Unmold on crisp lettuce and serve with tart mayonnaise. Serves eight.
Bank of Canada Now Under Full Government Ownership
The Bank of Canada, nationalized by Parliament, is the central bank and government fiscal agent. Established 1934 and began 1925, it moved from private stock to government majority two years ago, giving full ownership and control. Chartered banks remain the country’s safe, nationwide banking system with dozens of branches domestically and abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of Canada
Dominion
Bankers’ Bank
Canada
Pint Size Cattle Beat Big Herd in Milk Output
Otto Gray of Stillwater Oklahoma reports his undersized cattle, developed from an Angus cow and Hereford bull, reach 30 to 37 inches tall and 450 to 500 pounds. They produce more milk while consuming only half the feed of larger herd members.
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Otto Gray
Stillwater
Okla
Comic artists to draw on autumn hair styles and hats
Comic strip artists will mine autumn fashion for new material this season. Hairstyles and hat styles popularized this fall provide fresh visual cues for new strips and character designs.
Butter Sugar Cookies From a Dusty Recipe Card
Cream butter and sugar then beat in cream and vanilla. Sift dry ingredients and blend into the mixture. Drop by teaspoons on greased tins, press with a fork, and bake in a moderate oven at 325 to 350 degrees F until very light brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Lawrence
Durham
Rest Cure Reform For Vacationers Proposed
A Los Angeles Times stance argues welfare legislation must include compulsory rest cures for returning vacationists. The piece likens overworked workers to a man worn by big fish tales and suggests three weeks of rest after a two week vacation would suffice.
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Los Angeles Times
France Replaces Taxis of the Marne With Buses for War Use
The war ministry ordered Paris Transport Company to convert a number of city buses for army maneuvers, replacing the famed taxis of the Marne as a rapid troop transport option if rushing troops from Paris becomes necessary again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marne
Paris
War Ministry
Paris Transport Company
Tim the London telephone clock earns large tolls
The London telephone clock Tim collected 450000 dollars in tolls during the previous year by providing the time to callers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tim
Sunday School Lesson on Psalm 23 and 27
Lesson outlines Psalm 23 Jehovah is my shepherd and Psalm 27 Jehovah my light and salvation. It covers comfort through green pastures, still waters, guidance, protection in danger, and seeking to dwell in Jehovahs house. Devotional reading from Psalm 101 rounds out the day.
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Jehovah
Judge Frees Debtor By Wood Payment in Goderich
Judge T M Costello in division court at Goderich Ontario presided over a simple arbitration between a debtor and a baker. The debtor offered two cords of wood worth six dollars eighty five cents in lieu of cash. The baker refused wood, demanding cash, prompting the judge to arrange payment in wood to satisfy the debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Costello
Goderich
Ont
Paris Lawyer Wins 1907 Taxpayers Victory After 20 Year Case
A Parisian lawyer challenged the French government over a refused toothpick check at a railway station. The case spanned two decades, with the government paying 200000 francs in costs after the victory.
Canadian Films Sought by Imperial Institute Director
Sir Harry Lindsay of London advertising for more Canadian films to bolster the Imperial Institute film library. He notes Canadian titles form the largest section, but demand from schools and societies far exceeds supply, and the library has not publicized its existence to avoid disappointing applicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Lindsay
Imperial Institute
London
England
Harry
Dominion
Flower throwing forbidden at Hitler rally cars in Nuremberg
The Nazi rally organizing committee forbade throwing flowers at the Fuehrer's car or cars in his entourage declaring it dangerous for occupants. Storm Troop cordons must be observed and advancing toward the Fuehrer’s car is strictly prohibited to prevent accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adolf Hitler
Nuremberg
Geta Footwear Stages Remarkable Comeback in Japan
Geta, traditional wooden footwear of Japan, stage a notable revival amid nationwide economic stress as consumers seek affordable cultural items and durable everyday wear. Local producers report increased orders from retailers and collectors alike.
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Japan
Quit Your Skidding
A tire company releases a new book titled Quit Your Skidding detailing safe driving tips and tire maintenance aimed at motorists and workshops. It outlines grip, tread care, inflation, and routine checks with illustrations and practical guidance.
Earth's daily travel around the sun amounts to vast distance
The article notes that the Earth covers about 1,600,000 miles each day as it orbits the sun.
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Ottawa
Finance Department
Vittorio Emanuele
Benito Mussolini
Brown
Vale
Flin Flon Mine
S. P. Lowe
Denver
Colo
W. Kirkwood
P. Lasteen
Norway
W. McLeish
C. Spencer
I. McLeod
Wapella
J. Darimont
Ft. Saskatchewan
T. Howat
J. Brennan
D Davis
Clover
Utah
the Bank of Canada
France
Firestone Tires
Firestone
David
Judge
DR. J. W. S. McCullough
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