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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 03, 1932
Page
2
A column argues that mounting national provincial and municipal debts require large scale government cost reductions beyond minor cuts. It calls for open bold discussion of reforms to align institutions with a changing world and urges readers to study propose and debate potential solutions.
British Columbia canned salmon industry reports its weakest pack in ten years as global business conditions worsen. Figures from the canned salmon section of the Canadian Manufacturers' Association were released recently.
A list of long lived birds includes the parrot raven goose swan and falcon. A caution about trusting luck notes that luck may grant some outcomes.
The advertisement touts Persian Balm as magical for the skin, cooling and soothing roughness from weather, enhancing a finished appearance with a rose leaf texture. It claims no other product matches its ability to preserve a lovely complexion for discerning women.
A leather floor covering is described as a durable alternative, cut into squares and laid like tile. The text also notes a sodium vapor lamp as an efficient artificial light source.
Mrs. S and S Dragoman of Midland Ontario says she suffered heart palpitations headaches and fainting spells for years. After using Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills she felt much better and would not be without them in the house.
An offer worth a stated price was directed to The T Milburn upon receipt. The transaction remark notes the price and the recipient, indicating a formal bid or proposal process. No additional parties or dates are specified in the readable text.
The tiny pudding, one inch across and 196 grains, was crafted from Empire produce for charity at the Royal Albert Hall London. Miss Lily Dalton supervised the project with a mathematician and a chemist, weighing the 13 ingredients prepared from a grandmother's recipe to aid the People's Dispensary for the Sick Animals of the Poor.
Medical experts say about nine tenths of stomach troubles come from excess hydrochloric acid. Artificial aids can harm. Take Bisurated Magnesia after meals to quiet acid, prevent sourness, gas and pain. It is safe, cheap, and widely used for stomach comfort.
In London, H. G. Watkins, youth leader of last year’s Greenland party, will head a fall expedition into the Antarctic. The voyage will sail in early autumn to attempt a crossing from the Weddell Sea to the Ross Sea and to map the southwest coast of the Weddell Sea.
An advertisement claims Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil reduces swelling after sprains cools inflamed flesh and draws out bruise pain. It asserts a trial will convince any doubt about its power.
Alexander Gallinger, 87, inventor of the differential gear, died at his Oshkosh farm home. In 1877 he and John Morse built a tractor using the differential principle and traveled from Green Bay to Madison to claim a $5,000 award offered by the legislature. Gallinger never patented his invention, earning nothing beyond the award. The differential became central to the automobile. He was born in Gailings town, Ontario, in 1844 and moved to Oshkosh at 18.
The London office of the Alberta Agent General will shut as an economy move. Opened in 1913, Herbert Greenfield led it for four years until retiring in March 1931, with Hugh M. Baker now in charge. Officials estimate the closure saves about 20,000 dollars annually.
Yee Bon a 26 year old Chinese Canadian from Toronto expresses pride as his canvas is accepted for exhibition at Ottawa’s National Gallery show. Born in Canton he arrived in Canada in 1919 and studied at Winnipeg Art School before moving to Toronto to study at the Ontario College of Art.
The London Sunday Express reports drawings underway for a giant flying boat to link Great Britain and Canada via the Azores Bermuda and the United States on a three and a half day service. Imperial Airways and Pan American Airways negotiations are noted as part of the plan with the vessel described as the largest ever built.
A new product emits cigarettes that extinguish themselves soon after disposal, offering potential improvements in fire safety by reducing stray burning ends. The invention aims to lower fire risk in homes and public spaces through automatic self-extinguishment.
A daughter sings to her own accompaniment with the refrain I'm afloat while a father warns she will be capsized by the coming squall. The exchange captures a seaside scene of anxious brinkmanship between parent and child.
A witty remark defining an optimist as someone who cares little about events unless they affect him directly. The quip highlights self concern as the limiter of optimism.
Northern Rhodesia announces a plan to relocate its capital from Livingstone to Lusaka as part of administrative restructuring. Officials expect the move to centralize governance and improve regional administration.
An advertisement touts losing 18 pounds of fat in a month using Kruschen Salts. It instructs taking half a teaspoon daily, drinking hot water, reducing food intake, and increasing activity, promising health benefits and a value claim of a bottle being worth ten dollars to fat people.
J E Rettie secretary manager of the Brandon Provincial Exhibition says the grandstand attractions for the western Canada class A fairs are up to standard. The evening pageant Canada Marching On features a 64 person troupe with 20 local girls plus acts like Duncan's collies the Five Juggling Jewels Ellen Dea on the slack wire and dancing troupes. Brandon will limit events to harness racing while Regina plans a return to galloping harness horses after 1931 standings.
Promote Henry Douglas Egyptian Liniment as a fast remedy for sore necks and similar ailments in horses. Advertises a sure and speedy treatment promising healing while the horse continues to work.
Native to Asia caracal sheep are raised in Germany and France with Switzerland joining the effort and Italy conducting experiments. The initiative expands with European farms adopting the species for research and potential farming use.
A writer predicts future housing trends with underground homes becoming common. The piece hints New York may embrace tall, hell-scraper style structures as part of this evolving urban vision.
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