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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 23, 1927
Page
4
An archived observer describes Shanghai under the International Settlement and French Concession. British and other foreign communities governed the area, with substantial investment and diverse expatriates, shaping vast economic influence in modern China.
The Majestic’s ship’s doctor, Dr. J. C. Yeaumont, completes his 909th Atlantic crossing after more than thirty years at sea. He has served countless miles on the ocean highway and cared for over 14 million passengers, reflecting on human character away from land.
A Northern city's inspectors tested children for admission to a mentally defective institution. A man overheard a pair of women commenting on the day's work with a dour, taunting tone about an examined girl failing to pass.
Metropolitan police issue orders forbidding private vehicles from being painted red reserved for the imperial household. Licenses refused for red cars. dealers holding red stock face a 4% quandary. The commentary notes the public’s uneasy stance on the trade.
The Montreal Star reports on Dr. Martis of Toronto and Stanford arguing that sleep duration should be reduced and a five hour workday adopted. Critics warn such changes would disrupt society and industry while rest could be taken in other activities.
The article emphasizes safe handling of matches with separate storage for unused and burned ones and warns of fires from ignited matches and electric irons. It advises disconnecting irons when away, choosing models with automatic shutoff or indicators, and cautions about sparks remaining in waste baskets and the risks of clutter.
Dominion Livestock Commissioner H. S. Arkell told the Ontario Sheep Breeders association in Toronto that Canadian farmers should expand sheep holdings. He cited imports of woolen goods at 46 million dollars versus domestic wool output under 5 million, urging greater local wool production and noting savings from the Wool Growers cooperative marketing system.
A local quarry worker nicknamed Would be Speedy Pat drops a stick of dynamite and vanishes with tons of debris. Witness Mike recalls the event as the quarry owner asks for Pat, who is gone and will return “yesterday” if he comes back as fast as a would-be dad. Old paper slurry and sawdust are processed into fodder for cattle in Europe through chemical treatment.
In a Dominion experiment at Lethbridge Alberta two hundred lambs were split into four groups to test optimal grain levels with alfalfa hay. Over 93 days the groups fed differing grain rations achieved average gains per head of 36.8 24.4 23.8 and 22.6 pounds with feed costs per head from 2.07 to 2.89 dollars and final sale values at 15 dollars per hundred pounds for 131 finished lambs.
George Beckwith, sole resident watchman at the derelict British Empire Exhibition at Wembley, patrols the ruined grounds with a hurricane lamp. He reports owls, rats, cats and a few parrots as inhabitants, two hours per round, avoiding lakes and holes, while walking through Africa Australia and Canada sections.
A retired Liverpool builder who hid two thousand dollars in a cistern three years ago has been located. The present tenant found the money, leading to the rightful owner who recalled the act driven by distrust of banks.
Abergavenny Monmouthshire claims the world's most up to date tramp quarters with push buttons attendants spring beds hot baths and hot suppers. Guests may have meals delivered to their bedside but must milk cows feed pigs and chop wood to pay for the stay.
In a playful exchange Jack brags of his sister’s engagement to Willie, who counters that the sister already pledged to marry him to their mother years ago, highlighting a long running family joke.
The first Brutus ordered harsh punishment after his sons disobeyed orders during a military campaign. He had them executed to uphold discipline and authority.
A Victoria era report notes coyotes are more numerous and bolder than ever in the Cariboo region of British Columbia. Ranchers report severe winter depredations and urge authorities to raise the bounty from two dollars to a higher level.
An office boy reports to his employer that the book keeper instructed him to stay alert and wake the boss before the employer arrives, revealing a tense workplace dynamic and coded communication.
The photo at Union Station shows John Walker, coach. Miss Isabella Young, Mrs. Young’s sister. and Mrs. Jennie Young as San George Young and his mother travel by Canadian Pacific from Toronto to California after his recent aquatic victory.
H. J. Symington KC described Canada’s early transport history at the Winnipeg Caledonian Club. He noted that the Hudson's Bay Company built an oxen hauled wooden track line from Lake Winnipeg to the South Saskatchewan, predating steam locomotives. He cited American and British resistance to rail and relayed anecdotes about early steam and safety concerns.
An old cautionary note warns that rhubarb spinach and strawberries contain oxalic acid and other trace poisons. It suggests avoiding potato tops and sardine tins due to indigestibility, then argues moderation of all foods to balance good and bad in nature.
Alberta's seventeen municipal hospitals report cash reserves in the bank with balances from 755 to nearly 30000 dollars. Several hospitals invest the surplus in provincial savings certificates, reflecting strong financial health across the system.
The pawebroker's profite depend on the interest he takes in his business.
John D. Rockefeller presented a dime to a Sunday school pupil aged 186, reflecting the belief that virtue brings its own reward.
The article outlines key factors for a satisfactory fibre flax crop. Uniform soil and good drainage prevent quality variation and retting trouble. Weed control aids harvesting, and fall plowing followed by fine spring cultivation is recommended. Seed should germinate at least 90 percent and be weed free with bright color. Riga Due and Dutch Blue cited as productive varieties. home grown seed outperforms imported. Flax should be broadcast sown at 17 bushels per acre, with potential yield gains up to 2 bushels per acre from heavier seeding.
A crowded London lecture room heard Dr. C. W. Kimmins read an essay by a schoolgirl on why she is glad to be a girl. The piece contrasts male and female roles with humorous and provocative lines about marriage, widowhood, and human speech.
The United States shows a predominance of younger executives across top firms in industry finance transport and communication with bankers averaging around fifty five and financiers occupying wider roles. The Post notes this is a young man's country.
Thomas Flick a 12 year old boy near Guelph Ontario was attacked by a coyote kept in captivity since a pup. He sustained severe lacerations to his legs and body before his older brother arrived and drove the animal away. The coyote was destroyed after the incident.
A dialogue recalls a lively concert and misnames composers. The exchange plays on Handel misremembered as other greats like Beethoven and Wagner, highlighting humorous confusion in musical memory.
Dialog evokes a playful exchange where Mr Mevnyowed jokes about marching with a brass band, and his bride retorts that she has music on her fingers, hinting at a lighthearted wedding mood and affectionate banter.
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