Santa Claus debate splits experts on childhood belief
In Vancouver Dr. Edro Signori of the University of British Columbia argues Santa Claus embodies harmless belief and charity, while Dr. Brock Chisholm, ex-WHO director, contends belief in Santa risks exposing children to older fears. Signori cites his own nine year old twins as believers and says the myth offers positive values.
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B C Retailers Plan Poll on Beer and Wine in Stores
The Retail Merchants Association of British Columbia announced a consumer poll across the province to gauge public support for selling beer and wine in grocery stores. Large sign forms will be placed in about 1,900 food stores within a week to ten days for customers to indicate their views. The change would need an amendment to the liquor act governing on premise and government store sales.
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Anzac Debate On Social Credit Gains Global Attention
The New Zealand press reports a broad debate on Social Credit sparked by Canada's experience after the Nov 13 election. NZ Prime Minister Holland's National party plans an independent inquiry into monetary reform. Auckland Star challenged the doctrine's world track while F C Jordan cited Alberta, arguing government debt policies.
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Social Credit Political League
Alberta
British Columbia
Sidney Holland
National Party
Social Credit
Canada
The
Auckland Star
F. C. Jordan
Jordan
Liberal Blasts Social Credit for Religious Trumpery in Calgary
Liberal MP John Decore castigated Social Credit leaders in Calgary for using religion to gain power. He labeled the party un-Canadian and undemocratic, citing religious broadcasts and tours by Premier Manning. He claimed Alberta and British Columbia will overturn them, noting past promises of dividends and debt cuts with omitted details.
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Social Credit
John Decore
Decore
Alberta
British Columbia
W. A. C. Bennett
B. C
Bennett
Pressure grows for peaceful release of US airmen in China
Washington reports steady pressure to win release of 13 Americans jailed by Red China. Senate leaders debate blockades while Dulles endorses nonwar tactics to marshal world opinion and exhaust peaceful means.
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United States
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Chicago
White House
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Rain making probes face government approval demand
British Columbia researchers and a Denver based Rainmaking outfit debate tests to seed clouds with silver iodide to boost rainfall. Officials say cloud formations must exist for rain to form, while critics question efficacy and push for competent governmental authorization.
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Vancouver Island
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Mutual Security Pact Signed Between United States and Nationalist China
The United States and Nationalist China announced a mutual security treaty to protect Formosa. Secretary Dulles said the pact emphasizes peaceful dispute resolution and avoids automatic armed response, covering Formosa, the Pescadores, and nearby western Pacific islands. Chiang Kai-shek pledged restraint against the mainland.
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China Today
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Kai-shek
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Western Pacific Islands
Dulles Signals Possible Naval Blockade If Peacefails
Secretary Dulles stated the United States may consider a naval blockade of Communist China if peaceful means fail to protect American citizens' rights. The remarks reflect a tough posture during growing Cold War tensions.
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Two Week Spree Ends for Youth in Hamilton
A 10 year old Winnipeg boy was arrested in connection with robberies at five Hamilton homes after a two week spree that included a trip to the Grey Cup game. Detectives caught him at a downtown hotel where he had stayed since arriving Nov. 21. He stole nearly $1,000, mostly cash, buying an electric train and an air pistol. Police called the break ins real professional jobs. The hotel manager grew suspicious when the boy fired his air pistol in the lobby.
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Winnipeg
Smilestones Sign Encourages Inn Harmony Guests
A resort hotel requests guests to avoid formal introductions and embrace a family vibe while advising them to place valuables in the hotel safe. The note promotes courtesy and security within the guest community.
Vancouver Bank Holdups Net Over Fifty Thousand
Four masked robbers strike the West Point Grey branches and a downtown bank in quick succession, netting about 50 000 dollars. A lone bandit at the Montreal main branch takes about 1000 dollars. Police cordon the area as the attackers flee in a green car.
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Spiritual disease warned spreading in the United States
Dr. Julian P. Price of Florence DC warned the AMA that a spiritual disease is spreading in the country. He cited lax morals in government, corruption, rising teen crime, tax evasion, such as cheating, and growing atheistic communism influence. He urged a national spiritual rebirth starting with doctors.
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Fla
United States
Julian P. Price
Florence, D.C
American Medical Association
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AMA
Series 4 Scrambled Names contest prize winners listed
First prize went to Robert Douglas for a deep fryer. Second prize to Mrs Ira Newman for an electric coffee percolator. Third prize to Mrs John Semen for an electric iron. Honorable mentions named for last week and country entries. A grand prize awaits the best entry from all six contests.
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Beeds Giver Yes Mix Tack
A compact note appears with unclear phrasing about a mix or option labeled BEEDS GIVER YES MIX TACK. readable fragments suggest a brief item or score reference but exact details are uncertain in the OCR. The line hints at a decision or selection but lacks coherent context or named entities.
Alberta Forecast Sees Rainy Thursday With Strong Winds
Weather summary notes a change in Alberta by Thursday with high winds and near 30 mph gusts. Saskatchewan expected to see similar conditions and broad cloud cover, with mild daytime highs and a shift toward winter patterns in early December.
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Katchewan
Storm of Controversy On Churchill Painting
London reports erupt over a new portrait of Prime Minister Churchill as critics debate its tone and candor. Pushback from Westminster figures centers on how the sitter is depicted with claims the work exaggerates or misrepresents the leader.
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Dismissal Upheld in Defosses Wax Case
An appeal by Defosses Mont Nealer against a county ruling for unlawfully practicing was dismissed. The court affirmed a prior assessment by Thomas Dohm and noted no appeal was filed for a second conviction carrying a fine.
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