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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 26, 1929
Page
2
New Zealand will appoint a trade representative in Canada to boost cross border commerce. The move follows stated growth in bilateral trade and the need for improved diplomatic and economic channels between the two nations.
A piece notes French bakers celebrate the 400th birthday of the doughnut with emphasis on the creator rather than the pastry. It traces origins to Paris in 1520 and traces its spread to England and beyond while highlighting the mystery of who first shaped the doughnut.
Six apprentice grocers from Great Britain tour Canada under the Department of Trade and Commerce and with Canadian National Railway cooperation. They tour to learn Canadian goods and boost trade welfare between Britain and Canada, selected via an essay competition by the British Institute of Certified Grocers.
Donald B. MacMillan reports in Basta Land after a two month voyage that on Kadluann island Eskimos show a moss dated shelter linking to Frobisher era. On Countess Warwick Sound the party finds a well preserved Frobisher shelter with pottery and ship-ways suggesting escapees built the hut. A local Inuit tradition says five men may have built a boat and tried to return to England.
A red and white tub silk print pattern suitable for summer wardrobe. Describes a versatile day through evening outfit with a cascading draped skirt and bloused bodice. Offered as Style No. 563 in sizes 16 to 42 bust, using printed cotton voile and other fabrics, pattern price 25 cents. wraps in coins preferred.
Albert Bert Pilkington aged three travels alone from Liverpool to Winnipeg on the Continental Limited with Bosco the doll. He boards the Regina at Montreal under CN rail care, thanks his conductor, and plans to continue to The Pas by train then dog sled in winter. He enjoys train rides most of all and will soon experience dog sledding in the North.
Dr. George Misner of Cornell's Department of Agricultural Economics will head a Saskatchewan dairy survey with data from about 550 farms. Field records should be complete by month’s end, enabling figures on herd costs and milk distribution. The study is funded by the 1920 Canada Wheat Board agricultural surplus.
Dr HM Tory discusses vast future in chemistry noting that writing all possible formulas for a 100 atom molecule would fill world books. He cites Canada invest $750 million in chemical industries producing $7 billion in US output last year. He also references James Fenimore Cooper and a quirky habit.
Major Reuben H. Fleet of Fleet Aircraft, Inc. notes women workers excel at covering wings, sewing fabric, assembling ribs, and delicate wing adjustments. They also handle interior decor planning on special orders, demonstrating faster, more accurate results than men in key tasks.
Instructions list carrot preserves and blackberry jam steps. Carrots with sugar lemon and spices are cooked and jarred. Blackberry pulp is strained to remove seeds then cooked with sugar until thick and sealed in jars.
District survey aims to assess natural gas possibilities along the river bend near Riverhurst. Officials say a broader program will begin within weeks to determine feasibility and potential production options.
Captain H. C. Gray, long a crack rifle shot for Canada, died in Ottawa hospital. A member of the Ottawa sharpshooters during the Riel Rebellion in 1845, he also served on the Dominion of Canada Rifle Association council. The quote about pride closes the obituary.
Mrs S J Jago of Canobie New Brunswick reports her three year old son suffered a severe Afarthoea attack with active diarrhea and vomiting. Despite trying many medicines she feared for his life until he was given a treatment that led to improvement.
The lesson reflects on Ezekiel's prophetical duties, the exile's training under God, and the return led by Cyrus's proclamation. It contrasts joy at the temple foundation with old men' s grief for the former glory, noting life’s mix of bitter and sweet moments.
Over five thousand Canadian youths on farms will join swine club and calf breeding contests across provinces. The Canadian National Railways offers prizes and trophies to stimulate participation. Dr. W. J. Jack notes rapid club growth, with nearly 200 calf clubs operating this year, a fourfold rise from last year.
Aylmer Ontario produced 750000 cows worth of milk used to fill a 200 car Canadian National Railways freight. ILSSC cases totaling 700000 cans weighed 353 tons. The shipment valued at $63000 supports dairy industry growth nationwide and will mostly feed prairie provinces with minor Pacific coast delivery.
Dr C B Oliver of Chat ham Ontario expresses growing pride in Canada after traveling through Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta and British Columbia. He says every citizen has a right to be proud and that travel abroad underscores Canada’s wealth and opportunities. Star Ontario.
An advertisement claims Dr Thomas Felectricki cures coughs colds sore throats and sprain swelling. It promises healing for persistent sores and cuts with a self contained medicine chest. Also notes Dallas married women may not hold jobs outside the home. Lightning strikes estimated six to seven per million.
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