Decade of growth and change reshaped Canada in the Fifties
The Fifties brought vast construction, population and income gains. Major projects like the St Lawrence Seaway and Trans-Canada Highway spurred a boom, while social programs expanded and government spending surged. Industrial ideas and health concerns also shaped the era as Canada embraced modernization and prosperity.
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Canada
St. Lawrence Seaway
Alberta
Vancouver
Toronto
South Saskatchewan
GNP
West
Canada Council
Liberal
Ottawa
Willis takes oath as Manitoba Lt. Governor in January ceremony
Errick F. Willis, former Manitoba public works official, is sworn in as Lieutenant Governor in the legislative building on January 15. He succeeds J. S. McDiarmid and will read the Speech from the Throne on January 19. A large turnout of dignitaries attended, with formalities marking the transfer of office.
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Errick F. Willis
Manitoba
Public Works
J. S. McDiarmid
Willis
Ity
Heart disease types and artery hardening described
The article outlines the four common heart diseases congenital conditions rheumatic heart disease hypertensive heart disease and atherosclerotic heart disease and explains how artery hardening high blood pressure and rheumatic fever drive most cases. It notes unknown underlying causes and signals follow-up coverage on ongoing research.
Mental illness costs and need for cure drive fundraising
Canadians face 70 000 yearly hospitalizations and half the beds filled by mental patients. The drive cites human and economic costs and calls for public support to fund psychiatric research and mental health activities.
Printed Pattern 4528 for Children's Jumpers and Blouse
Advertisement for Simpler sewing pattern Chil dren's sizes 2 4 6 10 includes curved neck blouse with inverted pleat back half belt and printed directions. Patterns 54 inch yardage require one yarus 39 inch printed directions on each part order form asks for name address and fifty cents in stamps.
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Apne Adams
P.L
Front Street
Canada’s Wheat Trade Share Falls Since WWI Era
In 1958 Canada held 23.7 percent of world wheat trade, well below the 40 percent average achieved in the interwar years. This shows a marked decline since the earlier period of dominance.
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Canada
McConnell resigns as conservation information chief for federal post
M. P. McConnell, supervisor of the departments natural resources conservation information service for seven and a half years, resigns to join the federal government. J. W. Churchman announces the Ottawa relocation. McConnell, born in Kincardine Ontario, has a background in press magazines and radio, taught at Stratford Teachers College, and worked for the London Free Press.
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M. P. McConnell
Department of Natural Resources’ Conservation Information Service
J. W. Churchman
Ottawa
Kincardine
Ont
McConnell
Stratford Teachers College
Ontario
Muskoka
London Free Press
Traveling Abroad Health Checklist and Carrara Marble
Before leaving travelers should get a full medical checkup and a dentist visit. Bring an extra pair of glasses and a copy of essential prescriptions. Carrara in Italy is renowned for its marble quarries.
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Canada
Fran
Carrara
Italy
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United States Post Ofoe
Deas
Errick French Willis
Lt. Gov
Health League of Canada
H. W. Evans
Canadian Manufacturers’ Association
Mr. Evans
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
United States
CBC English Television
Red River Valley
Fehbo Altona
Man
Winter Sentinel
BY David Spurgeon
Ine
M. Po McCgonnell
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