Prairie drought, drainage and irrigation push to save crops
The article argues prairies can still yield quality grains with proper moisture timing, citing Palliser’s belt yields and long drought cycles. It warns decades of slough drainage harmed moisture basins and advocates restoring natural basins and expanding irrigation to secure agriculture, jobs, and curb abandonment fears.
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Prairie Provinces
Prairie
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Captain Palliser
Dominion Forestry Service
Searle Grain Company
Palliser
H. G. L. Strange
Major Strange
PARA
Strange
Old Controversy Revived How Pepys Pronounced His Name
A long standing question on how Pepys pronounced his surname resurfaces in a discussion reflecting on spelling, pronunciation, and literary history. Readers share varied theories and linguistic insights amid renewed debate.
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Pepys
Saskatchewan Sheep and Swine Shows Planned Across Cities
Directors of the Saskatchewan Sheep and Swine Breeders' Associations approved showcases in Saskatoon on October 27 28 and in Regina on November 2 8. They also endorsed a Saskatchewan exhibit at the Toronto Royal Winter Fair.
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Saskatoon
Regina
Saskatchewan Sheep and
Cold Moist Air Feels Colder Than Dry Air in Humid Climates
A note on how humidity affects perceived temperature cites that moist air feels colder than dry air. The text also mentions the Union of South Africa and its extensive railway network of about fourteen thousand five hundred thirty four miles.
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Union of South Africa
Scientist in Jerusalem Proposes Shrinking Universe
Dr. Sambursky, 35, of Debrew University in Jerusalem, argues in Physical Review that the universe is shrinking, with all measures including energy units contracting. He cites Mt Wilson telescope findings showing distant nebulae rushing away, a result likened to Einstein’s space time curvature, highlighting his standing among scientists.
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Jerusalem University
S. Samburaky
Debrew University
Jerusalem
Physical Review
New York
Einstein
Sambursky
Holland
American Scientific Journal
Mt Wilson
California
Canada Coal Production Drops in June Compared to 1936
Canada's June coal output reached 1,063,865 tons, up from 1,037,700 tons a year earlier. Saskatchewan produced 22,483 tons, nearly 4,000 tons less than June 1936, while the note asserts the human body is composed of individual cells.
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Canada
Saskatchewan
Scots Shopkeepers Reluctant To Part With Wares
A Morning Post columnist notes Scots shopkeepers are even less willing to part with their goods than Londoners. An anecdote from Camoustie describes a tourist seeking cheap watches. vendors offer low prices, but many items seem priced to deter buyers, highlighting stubborn Scottish frugality in petty commerce.
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London
The
Morning Post
Camoustie
Perth
Jelly making tips from Alice Stevens recipes
Instructions on jelly making using acid and pectin from apples, with guidance on juice extraction, boiling time, the two drop test, and preserving jars with paraffin. Includes notes on sugar, not sealing jars airtight, and covering with wax and paper to keep out dust.
Apple jelly and syrup making instructions feature
Instructions describe washing apples, cutting, juicing, and jelly making with specific steps for apple jelly and cakes. It covers using jelly bags, boiling times, sugar ratios, and sterilizing jars. It also invites readers to write for Home Service advice from Alice Stevens in Penticton BC.
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Alice Stevens
Home Service
Penticton
The Country Newspapers Lift Community Spirit
The Boston Monitor notes that small town papers offer uplifting records of local business, church events, social gatherings, and farmers' items. It laments city papers for crime and immorality while praising country journalism for decency and human regard among neighbors and community foundations.
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Boton Monitor
Thatcher wheat sought for drought farms by Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan government aims to secure Thatcher wheat through the Wheat Board for drought area farmers next spring. Acting agriculture minister George Spence said the plan targets between half a million and one million bushels, with additional early maturing varieties to be purchased. Total feed needs remain uncertain.
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Sakatchewan
George Spence
Canadian Wheat Board
Curious Race Incident at Goodwood Reveals Judge’s Error
In a curious Goodwood race, a judge focused on two leading horses allowing a third to surge ahead. Dandizette finished decisively, yet the judge misattributed the win to the second horse, prompting the Duke of Richmond to remark that justice is blind.
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Goodwood
Duke of Richmond
Dandizette
Saskatchewan Iron and Steel Plants Employ 258 Workers
During 1996 fourteen plants operated in Saskatchewan manufacturing iron and steel products with capital of 1,403,780 dollars and payroll of 237,003 dollars to 258 employees. A note adds that gorillas are normally right handed.
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Tron and Steel
Saskatchewan
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Stirling
Newcater
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Hamilton Ont
Calgary
Winnges
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