Manitoba 18th Legislature Opens In Winnipeg Session
The third session of Manitoba’s 18th Legislature opened in Winnipeg with a throne speech outlining tax relief and new revenue sources. The government plans to transfer provincial control of natural resources, reform public schools, pensions, and highway traffic laws, including a new Highway Traffic Act. The Diamond Jubilee of Manitoba’s confederation year is noted, with emphasis on reducing real estate taxes and agricultural levies.
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Winnipeg
Budget Estimates End April 30 1931 Submit For Consideration
The estimates of revenue and expenditure for the fiscal year ending April 30 1931 have been prepared with care for economy and efficiency in public service. The message expresses confidence that key matters will be addressed faithfully and prays for Divine Providence to guide the deliberations.
London Conference Opens With Five-Power Talks
Five great powers gather in London for armament reduction talks led by King George. Prime Minister MacDonald chairs with Stimson backing, and delegates from Australia South Africa Canada France India Italy and Japan speak. A coast to coast radio hookup via Canadian Marconi and CN railways carried the speeches to Canadian stations.
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King George
United States
Manitoba
Dominion
House of Lords
London
England
Stimson
Ramsay MacDonald
MacDonald
Australia
South Africa
Canada
France
India
Italy
Japan
J. L. Ralston
Mini Defence
Repre
Canadian Marconi Company
Canadian National Railways
Seed oats carry sow thistle seeds in Saskatchewan shipment
A Saskatchewan note reports a shipment of seed oats containing millions of sow thistle seeds in a lot advertised as free of wild seeds. The piece argues pure seeds are key to solving the weed problem and condemns the adage that farmers reap what they sow.
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Saskatchewan
A Town Dress Reflects Local Character and Taste
The town, like a person, shows its character in dress and fit. It notes that newspaper and advertising choices influence impression. A poorly decorated storefront can mirror the same carelessness seen in local habits.
Red Hat on a Red Head and a Town Without a Green Tree
The line compares a figure wearing a red hat against a town lacking greenery and engraved memories. It suggests that such attire and setting are unlikely to draw honorable attention or display refined sentiment.
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the Herald
T. Tremenes
Manson
Loesker
Eglative Assembly
McClary
Wringer
Parkhill
D. Sutherland & CO
MacGregor
Security
Advis
Geo
Croucher
General Blacksmith
Kirshner, Rabkin & CO
Clark
Lux
Royal Crown
Rabbitts
Lake Superior
A. H. McIntyre
Jeweler
Portage LA Kairie
E. E. Turner
Erle R. George
Suite
Bank of Commerce
Portage LA Prairie
Watkins Goods
G. W. West
Watkins
M. R. Little
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