Canada Eyes Expanded Use of Its Coal Reserves
An analysis of Canada’s coal resources notes annual consumption around 47 million tons with 17.0 million produced domestically and 36.0 million imported from the United States. It discusses geographic constraints, transportation costs, and potential West‑centered industrial growth including steel production linked to Labrador and Ontario deposits. Alberta is estimated to hold 15 percent of world coal reserves.
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Canada
United States
Ontario
Quebec
Alberta
West
Labrador
Great Promise For The Future In Alberta Coal Fields
Sir Albert Braithwaite the British industrialist visited Canada and expressed optimism about coal development in Alberta Saskatchewan and the Maritimes. About 300 engineers linked to his interests are involved. The survey notes strong future potential but warns large capital subsidies and government support would be needed.
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Albert Braithwaite
Canada
Sir Albert
Great Britain
United States
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Maritime Provinces
Moone's Emerald Ointment Promises Quick Eczema Relief
An old ad urges readers to buy Moone's Emerald Ointment from drug stores for eczema and skin troubles. It claims rapid relief from itching dryness and scales, and notes the antiseptic formula does not stain or leave a greasy residue with a money back guarantee.
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Moone
Coe
Moon
Northwestern tests driver fatigue at Evanston
Psychologists at Northwestern University run tests to measure how long a person can stay behind the wheel without tiring. Using student subjects, the study aims to inform future car design and improve comfort for drivers. Dr. Robert H. Seashore notes some subjects already relax while driving in preliminary tests.
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Evanston, Ill
Northwestern University
Robert H. Seashore
Norse Arrival in America and Fictional Character Note
A young author sent a manuscript with a letter declaring the characters are purely fictional. Days later the editor returned it with a penciled remark That’s what’s wrong with it. The note references Bjarni the Norseman as an early European to reach North America in 986.
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Bjarni
American
Increase Seen In European Grain Output
Washington reports Europe outside Russia likely to grow 14 million long tons more bread grains this year, with total output forecast at 54 million tons. Russia also expected to post another good crop. the report notes imports will be needed to supplement European production for ration relief.
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Washington
Europe
Russia
Department of Agriculture
Office of Foreign Relations
Fisherman records dramatic catch at Sebago Lake
Ernie Tucker of Beverly Mass, an outdoor sports writer, notes a lively Sebago Lake scene where a three pound landlocked salmon was pushed into his net by a ten pounder that leaped into his boat during a recent outing.
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Sebago Lake
Ernie Tucker
Beverly
Mass Tucker
Salt water in Great Salt Lake and Alton glass plant
The Great Salt Lake's salinity results from mineral salts carried by rivers and left behind as water evaporates. The text notes the largest glass container plant in the world is located at Alton, Illinois.
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Great Salt Lake
Utah
Alton, Ih
Adequate nutrition held best defence against tuberculosis
Montreal health official Dr. Leo Ladouceur urges adequate nutrition as the best defense against tuberculosis. He cites variety and fresh or lightly cooked foods, vitamins from fruits and vegetables, and warns against long cooking. He cites Denmark’s wartime experience and calls for scientifically based food preservation to protect nutrition.
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Montreal
Leo Ladouceur
Tuberculosis
Montreal Health Department
Canada
Denmark
Secrecy urged on Australia’s possible super weapon project
In Australia progress toward a guided missile capable of carrying an atom bomb is reported. The British government calls for tighter secrecy for scientists connected with the rocket range project in central Australia.
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Canberra
Australia
Sun’s Surface Exceeds Earth By Vast Scale
Astronomical comparison states the sun has about 12 000 times the surface area of Earth. This fact highlights the sun’s enormous size relative to our planet as a basic measure in stellar dimensions.
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Earth
Centenarian laughs at age as reporter notes wit
A collection of humorous quips and cartoons features a 100 year old man boastfully denying enemies and a doctor nicking multiple body parts. Other jokes cover a widowed satire about remains, a car gardener, and playful banter about yesterday and hospitality in a Highland inn.
Odds of Living to 65 Rise With Age and Group
Life expectancy stats from a major insurer show two possible futures. For an 18 year old man two of three will reach 65, a 45 year old man 70 in 100, and a 55 year old man 78 in 100. Women fare better with more than three quarters under 65 reaching 65 and a 55 year old woman about 86 in 100. White men at 65 can expect 12.2 more years on average, white women about 14.5.
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U.S.A
United States
Life Insurance Company
Young Italian Inventor Marconi Discovers Wireless Telegraphy
Guglielmo Marconi, a young Italian inventor and heir, discovers wireless telegraphy at age 21 in 1895, marking a landmark in communication technology.
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Guglielmo Marconi
Plan to Combat Rodents Hampered by Food Shortage
A proposed American expeditionary force of cats to Europe faces issues as cats hunt rodents for sport rather than sustenance. Well-fed cats would not curb hunger, and feeding demands may outpace available supplies. Historical note recalls WWI cats used in trenches and rat control amid gas threats.
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Europe
British marry German girls in postwar German tally
A control commission spokesman said by end of May four thousand two hundred eleven British personnel in Germany wed German girls. The figure includes 311 control commission officials 61 army officers and 3839 men.
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Herford
Germany
Control Commission
Canadians Urged To Take Polio Precaution
Ottawa health officials urge nationwide polio precautions as cases trend upward and peak season nears. They note polio cycles every four to six years, expect higher incidence in western provinces, while Quebec may stay relatively spared this year. Key steps include avoiding fatigue, polluted water, and contact with cases. washing hands. keeping food covered. and seeking medical advice for suspicious symptoms.
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Ottawa
Department of National Health and Welfare
Canada
Pacific
Atlantic
British Columbia
Middle Western
Quebec
National Health and Welfare
Tedas
Turkey joins Christmas dinner in Purley home
London report describes Lesley the one year old turkey kept as a pet by the Jefferies family of suburban Purley. She sleeps on a sofa drinks tea and coffee and goes for walks on a lead. The family, fond of her, declines to eat her for Christmas and she takes her seat at the festive table wearing a paper hat and red ribbon.
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London
Lesley
Jefferies
Purley
Portable detector monitors deadly carbon monoxide
A small portable device about the size of a radio can detect tiny amounts of carbon monoxide in the air. It measures gas levels on a meter and includes an electric warning system.
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Chicago
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