One Little Degree and the Virgin Lands Mystery
An analysis in the London Economist theorizes small climate shifts explain crop failures in Khrushchev era virgin lands. It suggests a warm episode from 1900 to 1940 increased yields, while a cooling trend returned, risking continued dependence on fertilizers and new grain regions.
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London Economist
Khrushchev
Henry Vill
Victoria
Europe
Russia
Central Asia
Universities Press Urgent Call for Higher Funding from Parliament
A university delegation led by Msgr. Lussier and Dr. Corry urged Canada’s federal government to increase funds for research and university operations. They warned that without adequate support Canada risks losing talent to the United States, with urgent needs across medical training, humanities, and social sciences, and calls for large grants and eased private-donation restrictions.
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Msgr. Lussier
University of Montreal
J. A. Corry
Queen's
Dr. Corry
United States
Canada
Steady dating viewed as buffer for teenage romance
The piece argues that steady dating reduces parental anxiety but does not solve all issues. It notes that teens may become romantically attached too early and that some steady relationships lead to marriages that should not happen.
Ukrainians Press Equal Language Status in Manitoba Education
Ukrainian groups representing about 12 percent of Manitoba residents urged the province to place Ukrainian language instruction on an equal footing with English and French. In six briefs presented to the advisory committee on bi culture and bilingualism, speakers called for equal recognition of all languages in education, media, and policy, while affirming no desire to alter parliamentary or court use of English and French.
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Manitoba
Canada
BNA
Boryslaw Bilash
Markian Lashkevich Society
P. H. T. Thorlakson
W. L. Morton
TB on Increase Again in Canada
TB expert Dr. Charles Jeanes notes a six percent rise in new active tuberculosis cases from 1961 to 1962, bringing Canada's 1962 total to 6,284 and suggesting 1963 figures may rise again. He cites past 15 years of declines and warns public fear shifts with perceived TB risk.
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Canada
Charles Jeanes
Ottawa
Canadian ‘Tuberculosis Association
Sanatorium Board of
Manitoba
Jeanes
Manitoba firms win big export order for Kiddle Kastle furniture
A Manitoba export bid secures a U S shipment of Kiddle Kastle versatile baby furniture designed by Roy Brown and manufactured by Regional Products Ltd and destined for Texas. The initial order equals about two thirds of Western Canada sales in 1963, underscoring the U S market potential. The sales push is coordinated by the Brandon and St Boniface firms through the Manitoba Export Corporation.
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Manitoba
United States
Roy Brown Enpsnenes
Brandon
Regional Products ,Ltd
St. Boniface
Texas
Canada
Industry and Commerce
Hon. Gurney
Evans
A Canadian Travel Tale On A Streamlined Train
A reader recounts travel by train last week praising the streamlined service food and prices. In a lounge car a young man reads Quick Canadian Facts and notes his family moving from Sarnia to Winnipeg. He reflects that Canadians feel pride and are more demanding, even with a small population and tough climate.
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Canada
Quick Canadian Facts
Sarnia
Winnipeg
Manitoba
United States
States
Congress
Washington
Ottawa
USA
Grudge That Spurred Hard Work From A Radio Rival
A veteran radio announcer recalls a convention insult from a rival disc jockey. The exchange sparked a life lesson: as the rival later apologized, the grudge pushed the announcer to work harder, believing critics can become catalysts and even friends over time.
Enduring wisdom in crisis enduring the test of time
The author rejects shifting fashionable philosophies in favor of timeless guidance. He cites Billy Graham Emerson and the Sermon on the Mount, urging a one day at a time approach. Reading Osler provides a practical philosophy to navigate hard life facts.
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Billy Graham
Emerson
William Osler
Live Today: Advice From Readings On Personal Crisis
A meditation on facing crisis urges abandoning rigid future planning. It favors enduring philosophies from Caesar to Christ, stressing loving others, living in the present, and keeping plans general to leave room for unforeseen paths.
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Christ
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Sociation D’education Des Canadiens-Francais du Manitoba
Bat
Mary Dyma
Ukrainian Council of Women
Canada Home
Texas Children
New Manitoba Export Corporation
Oon & Ag
Post Office Department
Audit Bureau OF Circulation
Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association
Manitoba Weekly Newspaper Association
Allen McGregor
Eastor
Sy Ambrose
Cal
Trimble-Rains Funeral Chapel
McKillop’s Ltd
Portage LA Piairie
McLaren
Rupert
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