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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 09, 1965
Page
7
Mt Etna in Sicily is identified as Europe’s largest and highest volcano in the region, notable for its towering elevation and volcanic activity.
A radio feature details Cascover nylon sheathing for wooden hulls to resist teredo beetles. Reporter Bill Myatt notes the fabric bonds with resorcinol resin glue and vinyl resin finish, remains flexible, and with two tests shows no damage after four years in English harbour water and forty nine weeks in Nigerian tropical waters.
The Thames Conservancy unveiled a 24 million dollar plan to tap underground sources in London and southeast England adding 200 million gallons daily. It contrasts with surface reservoirs costing 135 to 240 million and flooding 10 square miles of Thames Valley. The borehole network spans 900 miles, to be finished in 15 to 20 years, with a pilot next April. Water would be pumped into the Thames and tributaries when levels dip, recharged by winter rains.
Author P B Mais known for over 200 books shares a philosophy on happiness at eighty and eight during BBC Woman's Hour. His remark suggests staying busy as a key to lasting contentment.
Some beetles defend themselves by emitting a potent foul odor, serving as built in chemical protection against predators.
The article details Harris Tweed, a Scotland island crafted woollen cloth. Wool comes from Scottish sheep, spun at mills, weavers on Lewis produce at home, and up to 6,250,000 yards yearly. Quality is checked with a special mark before global export, with Britain sending thrice as much as domestic use.
A reflection notes that ancient communities did not charge interest on loans among themselves, as the practice of taking interest for goods or services rendered was not present in these societies.
The article states the earth’s diameter through the poles is about 7,900 miles. The fact is presented as a scientific approximate measure, highlighting planetary dimensions.
Printed Pattern 4977 described with sizes from 34 to 48 and a note that size 36 requires 2 3/4 yards of 45 inch fabric. The listing highlights printed blend crepe fabric and side pleats with a slim, smooth silhouette.
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