Nose washes and vitamin C show infantile paralysis protection
The Rockefeller Institute reports a nose wash that may guard against infantile paralysis in monkeys and a vitamin C dose that protected 4 mg in monkey tests. Columbia University findings suggest vitamin C prevention depends on dose and timing. New York health officials pause vaccination after JAMA warning, with 9,000 children vaccinated and one fatality noted.
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New York
Dee
Howard Blakeslee
Associated Press
Rockefeller Institute
Society of American Bacteriologists
Columbia’ University
Columbia
Rockefeller’ Institute
A. B. Sabin
P.i K. Oltsky
Claus J. Jungleblut
Jungleblut
William H. Park
City -Health Department
Journal of the American Medical Association
Park
Maurice Brodie
Ottawa
Canada and Japan Trade Dispute Progresses to January
Ottawa reports a thaw in the Canada Japan trade dispute with both governments agreeing to new notes. They will remove mutual retaliatory taxes from January 1 and Canada will adjust customs rules on interpretation of class or kind phrases. Canada also lowers yen valuation for duty purposes to 41.5 cents as of 1936 for goods made in Canada and imposes no tax on other classes. The talks followed demands tied to a 50 percent surtax on chief Canadian imports to Japan.
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Ottawa
C.P
Canada
Japan
Ithg
Betihett
Tragedy Near Moose Creek Claims Farm Worker
John N. Bourgon, 21, a farm worker, was struck and killed today by a Canadian National freight train one mile west of Moose Creek Ontario. His body was dragged about 500 feet under the locomotive with clothing stripped. he may have been walking to Moose Creek after spending Christmas night with friends.
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Moose
Creek
Ont
John N. Bourgon
Canadian National
Here
Bourgon
Mouse Creek
Kenneth
Tompkins Gara
Allan
Neste
Bengtson
Montreal Kidnappers Snatch Woman and Infant in Car
Two men abducted Mrs. McDonald and her infant from Lt. McDonald’s car in Montreal. They released the pair 15 minutes later after taking 55 dollars from the handbag and fleeing in the vehicle. Police launched an intensive search for the suspects.
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Montreal
Cap
M. McDonald
Record Cold Kills About Two Hundred Across 28 States
Widespread arctic wave slams the nation as exposure deaths total about 200 across 28 states. Traffic accidents number 86, but 55 lives are attributed to exposure under frigid conditions. Authorities warn of continuing danger as record lows persist.
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Chicago
C.P
Conservation stance sparks debate on Canada's mountain wildlife
Dan McCowan advocates a national park in the Banti mountains to protect all wildlife not just game. He argues preservation balances wild life with hunting, cites black bear concerns, and urges policy to limit predatory kills while keeping natural balance.
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Tokonwo
Bante National Park
Dan. McCowan
Canada
Wilk
United States
Dan
Canada Employment Figures Drop In November To December
Canada's Employment Statistics reported a drop in total registered employers from 1 013 721 to 1 009 462 between November 1 and December 1929. The bureau described the decline as part of a general contraction since last April, noting the current situation improved versus 1934 and 1931 autumn and winter levels.
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Oliawa
Canada
Laval Outlines Italian Policy Amid Italo-Ethiopian Crisis
Paris December 27 Premier Laval defended his approach to the Italo-Ethiopian conflict and warned that sanctions against Italy could risk a wider European war He pledged full aid to Britain and France against aggression while seeking to avert a broader war and secure League of Nations backing if Germany attacked France The speech was seen as likely proving a narrow confidence vote for Laval's foreign policy
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Paris
C.P
Laval
Chamber of Deputies
Italy
Tuki
Great Britain
France
League of ‘Nations
Germany
Border bill eyed to allow Canadians to bring goods home
Ottawa reports a bill in preparation to let Canadians touring the United States reclaim up to 100 dollars worth of goods without duty. The measure mirrors the Washington reciprocity pact and aims to ease cross border shopping while awaiting enactment. Officials warn against overly tight limits that could curb cross border trade.
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Ottawa
C.P
Parliament
United’ States
Canada
United States
Canadian border duty plan to curb tourist shopping
Legislation defining tourist purchases aims to stop duty exemptions for travelers who visit the United States solely to buy goods for import into Canada. Merchants fear declines as border rules tighten. The proposal targets visitors who mainly come to shop and return goods across the border.
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United States
Canada
Hunter Struck by Auto Near London Ontario
Gordon McNames, 80, critically injured while walking along tracks after a hunting trip. He pushed his dog clear of the path as a radial car approached, and physicians have little hope of saving him. The accident occurred near St Thomas Ontario on December 26.
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St. ‘Thomas
Gordon ‘McNames
London
McNames
Train smoking room becomes hospital ward after birth
On a New Brunswick railway, a mother named Hedleys Wood Cock of MsGiveney gave birth to a daughter as the train steamed into Union Station. Both mother and infant were rushed to hospital where doctors reported they are well and stable.
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Jfredericton
Hedleys Wood
Union
Chinese student march toward Nanking halts in Shanghai
About two thousand Chinese students halted their advance on Nanking today, 70 miles from Shanghai, amid government threats and cold weather. They return home after protests against Japanese aggression and calls for North China autonomy. Tokyo reports consular officials say missionary schools under British and United influence are leading parts in the agitation.
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Shanghai
iDec
Nanking
Retach
North China
Tokyo
C.P. Cable
Itoday
Foreign
United Sinh
Japan
Chinese Troops Block Anti Japanese Student Demonstration
In Shanghai a government move to curb protests followed the assassination of Tang Yu Jen. Chinese troops took action to stop students headed toward Nanking. An armored train with 500 soldiers was sent to prevent travel and prevent further demonstrations.
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Shanghai
Nanking _in
Tang Yu-Jen
Rensuke Isogai
Tang
China
Japan
Amu
Nanking
Plang
Haile Selassie Draws Peace Terms for Ethiopia
Dec 27 reports from Addis Ababa say Emperor Haile Selassie prepared terms for peace with Italy. Conditions include Italian withdrawal, Ethiopian sovereignty recognition, and an indemnity. Also notes battles on the northern front with Italian losses and a potential League of Nations commission. France and others pledge aid if Britain is attacked at sea. Rome rumors three new divisions will reinforce East Africa.
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Rome
Addis
Ababa
O.P
Haile Selassie
Haly
Ethiopia
Italy
The
League of Rta SE Aan Es
Ant
East Africa
Ndon
France
Yugoslavia
Turkey
Greece
Great Britain
London
Mediterranean
Giornale. D'Italia
Mussolini
Uruguay Ends Diplomatic Ties With Soviet Russia
Montevideo reports Uruguay broke diplomatic relations with Soviet Russia and ordered Minister Alexander Minkin to leave. Precautionary measures follow rumors of an armed uprising inspired by Communist groups amid regional strikes and border patrols.
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Montevideo
Whieuiy
Russia
Alexander Minkin
Legation
Urugugy
Uruguay
Brazil
Aresutuyian
Argentina
Minkin
Wheat rust research yields new disease resistant strain
Canadian scientists report a new rust resistant wheat variety that could boost spring sowing across Manitoba Saskatchewan and beyond. By 1939-40 enough seed to plant several million acres is anticipated with 50 000 to 60 000 bushels available for farmers in 1937 and wider distribution planned.
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C.P
Adulaens
Santa
Claus
Mortheryn
Lof Edger
P.promige
Canada
Thoge
Hayes
Bean
L. H. Newman
Pominion
Anators
Manitoba
Dominion Experimental Farms
League terms and Italy’s demands heighten European tension
The plan or terms offered by the League committee of five suggest Italy’s demands are greater than any offers yet made. Tension in Europe pushes southeastern nations to speed military precautions, tighten alliances, and seek new agreements. Little Entente staff from Romania, Czechoslovakia, and Yugoslavia are ready for action as Italy’s foreign relations grow more worrying for Mussolini allies in the Danubian region.
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Leasgue Committee of Five
Italy
League
Europe
Rumania
Czechoslovakia
Yugoslavia
Nudists Thrive Amid Cold Weather in Winter Sports
In New York on December 26, Dr. Isley Boone president of the International Nudist conference says nudist camps are more numerous than ever and that snow and ice do not deter activities. He predicts most people will be nudists within ten years as groups enjoy skating and outdoor gatherings despite the winter chill.
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New York
C.P
Isley Boone
Montreal jeweller William Sharp dies at home
Montreal report notes the death of William Sharp a well known local jeweller aged 79. native of England he began his career with Henrys Roman firm and later became manager of Richard Hemgley Limited before founding his own company decades ago.
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Montreal
William
Sharp
England
Henrys. Roman
Hemgley, Limited
Defensible Air Bases Planed Along Border
A garbled report notes Representative Wilcox plans a chain of air bases along the border. The article mentions funding needs and the aim to establish dozen air centers, with details about costs and locations remaining unclear due to damaged text.
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United ‘States
Fis
Wilcox
Air
Plane crash near field claims Kenneth Tompkins life
A one paragraph fragment reports Kenneth Tompkins age unknown died when a plane crashed into a field as it struck the ground. Allan and others were at home for Christmas when the accident occurred. the investigation and formal details were not provided.
Toronto clergy split over Protestant Episcopal union with Catholics
Canadian church leaders expressed varied views on a proposed movement to unite Protestant Episcopal churches in the United States with the Roman Catholic Church. Bishop Renison of Paul 8 cathedral said he saw little chance of union in Canada while Canon Sowers of St Anguishburgh urged unity between Protestant churches and Rome. The discussion reflected strong caution about merging distinct denominations and the role of Protestantism in the broader Christian body.
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Toronto
C.P
United States
Rj, iRenison
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