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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 08, 1920
Page
6
The article argues the Western Prairie Provinces of Canada face many complex problems to boost population and wealth. It notes provincial control of natural resources as a central issue and suggests major reforms may be needed, with debates on radical changes and new groups to replace the grain economy.
The article argues drought afflicted regions fail when duplicating old methods while some farmers succeed by green corn and stock feed despite moisture loss. It urges sharing practical experiences through groups and expert collaboration to develop drought resistant grain varieties and test them locally, lessons from frost resistant strains, and swift policy change.
Diamond Dyes offers a guaranteed new fadeless color for wool silk linen cotton or mixed fabrics. The packaging states Diamond Dye works over any color and suggests using the Color Card to match materials.
Winnipeg board of trade was informed by the federal government that 4 000 000 is needed to finish the Hudson Bay Railway. About 82 miles are built with roughly 4 miles of track remaining to Port Nelson. The Dominion government has not yet fixed its funding for the bay line this year as western interests push for completion.
A lecture recounts Sir Oliver Lodge challenging material certainty. Physicists Soddy Rutherford Thomson claim senses mislead beyond daily needs. Radium heat may power Earth for tens of thousands of years while internal temperature could threaten future stability. More on this evolving science awaits.
A health advice item urges mothers to keep babies well and happy through gentle laxatives, claiming Marlney tablets restore appetite and calm stomachs. The promotion notes thousands of mothers attest to the product, sold for 25 cents a box via De Wil Co Brockville Ontario.
Government to use wireless telegraphy in Ireland amid frequent wire cuts. Naval signalmen to operate the system and portable radios with about 30 mile range to relay messages between police stations and towns. The Daily Mail notes the system has proved satisfactory.
The London Times article urges France to take a mandate over Cicilia and outlines plans to connect Armenian populations in Bitlis Van and Erzerum with an Armenian state in Erivan, arguing that with aid this state could endure. It recalls Lloyd George’s 1918 pledge to protect Armenians and emphasizes preventing their destruction.
At a London Ontario meeting of the Canadian Flax Growers Association members discussed expanding the organization. They noted flax area has more than doubled since the war and seed quality is proven in Ireland and globally. Plans include mills in Canada and bringing Irish weavers to start a sound industry, with a final decision to be taken later. Some growers favor grading flax seed and urge government restrictions to ensure top quality on world markets.
Americans rushing to settle in Western Canada due to favorable exchange rates are buying land faster and in larger numbers. Savings of up to 840 dollars on a quarter-section at 35 dollars per acre boost cash payments and stimulate regional investments and trade.
Lieut.-Col. J. K. Cornwall forecasts the 1920 summer will bring the greatest rush into the Peace River country in Canada’s history. Cornwall, a longtime Peace River figure and trader, spoke during the Tur sale at stentien about north country interests and fur industry spikes.
Colonel Petels expected oil discovery in the Peace River region with 1920 as the opening year. He forecast Texas would fade in comparison as northern fields sparked an unprecedented oil rush in fall and spring.
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