National Floral Emblems Chosen As Symbolical Of National Characteristics
Canada and four provinces select native flowers as emblems. Nova Scotia adopts Trailing Arbutus, Manitoba picks Anemone patiens, Alberta the Wild Rose, Ontario the Trillium grandiflorum. Maples symbolize national virtues. other nations’ emblems tied to history and legend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Nova Scotia
Manitoba
Alberta
Ontario
Canadian
United States
Egypt
India
Japan
Saint-Jean Baptiste Society
Montreal
Denis-Benjamin Viger
Massachusetts
Pilgrim Fathers
Plymouth Rock
Provincial Horticultural Society
South Dakota
North Dakota
New York
Georgia
Edmonton
Women’s Institute
Department of Education
Ontario Horticultural Association
Value Of A Garden Vegetables Fresh From Ground Mean Health
Home grown vegetables supply balanced vitamins and minerals that aid health and complexion. Fresh from the garden, they avoid nutrient loss and serve as deficiency foods alongside other wholesome meals.
Rock Wool Industry Opens in Canada in 1934
Canada began rock wool production in 1934 with three plants established. The Department of Mines in Ottawa states most output is used for building insulation. Investigations in department laboratories identified Niagara district limestone deposits suitable for rock wool, found during the Limestone Resources survey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Department of Mines
Ottawa
Department
Niagara
Ontario
Department of the Limestone Resources of Canada
Enamel Claims Spark Hope for Extended Cleanliness
A new enamel is said to stay clean for several weeks and only require a gentle wipe with a dry cloth. Enthusiasm appears in youth circles about possibly coating the neck with it.
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Tts
Florida Drains System Report Highlights Vast Ditch Network
A state drainage overview notes Florida contains 5 113 miles of drainage ditches and related infrastructure. The figure underscores scale of irrigation and flood-control efforts across counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Ontario Saskatchewan Farm Outlook on Wheat Prices
The University of Saskatchewan Farm Management forecasts a cautiously optimistic view for Saskatchewan farmers in the current crop year. Wheat prices are described as driven by diverse national and international factors, making precise forecasts unreliable and budgeting risky. The outlook suggests no expected material rise or drop in the average farm price of wheat.
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Saskatchewan
Department of Farm Management University of Saskatchewan
France Has New Car By Andre Dubonnet Revealed
A new fish shaped motor car by Andre Dubonnet tested near Paris and soon to be shown in England features a 21 horsepower eight cylinder engine mounted front of the back axle. The driving seat sits over the front axle and the vehicle is claimed to reach 120 miles per hour with 40 percent better fuel efficiency than standard cars. An ordinary model with identical engine topped at 90 miles an hour.
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Andre Dubonnet
Monthlery
Paris
England
Reindeer Herd Moves North Toward Summer Range
Canada reports its herd of reindeer in excellent condition as they begin the northward migration to the summer range along the Arctic coast near Kittigatuit. The move started April 1st and proceeds slowly to ensure the herd reaches the fawning season in peak condition.
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Canada
Arctic
Kittigatuit
Fire-colored beast reported shot in Verona
Scientists report a five foot long flame colored animal like a pig with bear fire feet and duck hind feet shot in Verona. The creature is described as the first of its kind known by researchers.
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Verona
Campaign to dehorn cattle aims to curb losses in shipping
Saskatchewan livestock officers plan a broad drive to dehorn cattle as horned animals cause substantial losses during transit. A prior ten year effort trimmed thousands of cattle. current guidance advocates caustic potash on calves or specialized pliers. In Britain, MPs pressed for guarantees on mandates while colonial secretary Thomas warned no unilateral decisions on mandates without balance with empire and occupied territories.
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Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture, Livestock Division
J. G Robertson
Robertson
Britain
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
Thomas
France
Belgium
Tanganyika
Treasury
House
Winston Churchill
Wildlife federation idea urged at Montreal meeting
Wildlife societies across eastern Canada backed a national federation and formed a preliminary committee to work out details. They said a western group had already approved the concept and East and West would cooperate. The panel plans to ask Ottawa to call a conference and includes members from Nova Scotia New Brunswick Quebec Ontario Manitoba and other representatives.
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Canada
Montreal
Dominion
Ottawa
Nova Scotia
B. H. Innis
New Brunswick
E. H. Cook
F. Cedric Cooper
Quebec
Col
H. A. Stewart
Charles Fremont
Ontario
C. G. Keyes
Arthur B. James
Manitoba
E. B. Pitblado
R. G. Bonnycastle
R. Keiffer
Canadian Forestry Association
W. J. K. Harkness
B. W. Taylor
Pattern 5569 Hanging Iris Spirea Wall H hanging
Rich decorative wall hanging pattern 5569 features iris and spirea subjects to brighten a dark corner. Uses simple stitches outline single running and French knots with a lining but no frame. transfer pattern measures 15 by 20 inches and includes color suggestions and material list. Send 20 cents to Winnipeg Newspaper Union for pattern 5569 at 175 McDermott Ave. E. Winnipeg.
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Household Arts Dept
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermott Ave. E
Winnipeg
Waterfowl refuges expand under CCC and federal effort
The United States has set aside over two million acres as duck and goose refuges. CCC workers now number 5,600, building a chain of sanctuaries along four major flyways from Montana to Michigan and across Appalachia to the Atlantic coast.
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United States
United States Bureau of Biological Survey
Civilian Conservation Corps
Plains States
Montana
Michigan
Canadian
Mississippi
Appalachian States
Atlantic Seaboard
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Edward I. Bose
Provence
Henry VII
Scotland
Wales
Cadwallon
Edwin
Northumbria
Ireland
St. Patrick
Germany
Prussia
Sweden
The
Daughters of America
House of Commons
J H. Thomas
Neville Chamberlain
Rich
Alice Brooks
Alice
Brooks
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