Harness horses poised for comeback in Winnipeg area
Dr Patrick McNulty, owner of Georgian Court Stables in St Vital, predicts a three year rebound for standard bred horses as Winnipeg introduces harness racing. He notes the last stronghold of show trotters and plans for two mares and a stallion to compete, with a goal of 100 top harness horses nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Mee- Nulty
Surgeon
St. Vital
McNalty
Greindell Ave
British Columbia
Georgian Court
McNulty
St. Vital Agricultural Society
Winnipeg
St. Vital Lance
Mosquitoes with Simple Mouth Parts Feed on Nectar
The article notes male mosquitoes possess poorly developed mouth parts and primarily feed on flower nectar and water, unlike females which bite.
Care and common sense for a cold
The article advises rest at home, two days away from work to limit spread, and that most colds need no doctor. It warns against overreliance on advertised remedies, cautions about oil nasal sprays especially for children, and suggests a light diet with fluids. Fresh air is fine but avoid chilling inflamed membranes. A doctor may be needed if fever or no improvement in three days.
Town approves electric fire warning siren for water tower
The town council authorizes a new electrically operated fire warning siren to replace the steam whistle, with about 885 dollars for the siren and controls. The steam whistle remains as auxiliary, and the siren will be mounted on a water tower leg about 35 feet above ground per Mani toba Telephone System advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba Telephone System
Dufferin
Carman
Hospital progress despite doubts in Killarney district
The Guide of Killarney Man. reports 1957 admissions at Killarney hospital reached the highest in four years though deficits persist. Officials say losses persist unless bed occupancy rises over half the time, arguing district hospital saves transport and hotel costs despite tax funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Killarney Hospital
Killarney
Man
Sound and color film for University of Saskatchewan jubilee
A 25 minute 16 millimeter sound and color film on the University of Saskatchewan begins January 17. John Archer of Regina chairs the jubilee sub committee on community program and film. Directors from Crawley Films Limited of Ottawa arrive January 13. filming includes winter interiors and Farm and Home Week. The project aims for March 1959 completion and distribution to schools and clubs province wide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Saskatchewan
John Archer
Regina
Edmund Reid
Crawley Films Limited
Ottawa
Regina College
A. C. McEown
VU. of S
Henry Janzen
Alex Derby
Rupert Ramsay
Frank Lovell
U. of S
Saskatoon
First Bicycle Invention By Frenchman 1690
A Parisian craftsman M. de Sivrac is credited with inventing the first bicycle in 1690. The wooden vehicle lacked pedals and relied on the rider's feet for propulsion, marking an early milestone in cycle history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. de Sivrac
St James musician returns from Rose Parade trip
Francis Rowlin of 279 Mandeville Street returned from Los Angeles where she played trumpet with the Robin Hood Youth Band in the Tournament of Roses parade. She was selected from LOF tapes for musical director David Baskerville and joined youths from Canada the U.S. and Britain in the Rose Bowl venture. Her itinerary included visits to Disney Land Hollywood studios and Pacific recreation areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Rowlin
Mandeville Street
Los Angeles
California
Robin Hood
Independent Order of Foresters
Miss Rowlin
LOF
David Baskerville
Manitoba
Canada
United States
Great Britain
Disney Land
Tours O of
Robinson Crusoe revisited lesson in savings and capital
The article argues that Robinson Crusoe teaches a simple economic lesson: saving portion of outputs creates capital that improves living standards. By saving fish, Crusoe gains spare time to build a boat, then more fish, then a house, illustrating capital accumulation. BE A COURTEOUS DRIVER.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Defoe
Robinson Crusoe
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Volo Boy
Brandon
Household Arts Department
Department P.P.L
Front Street
Toronto
Alice Brees
Mice
Harry Brodkin
Montreal
St. James
Parade
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