World Happenings Briefly Told From Global News Snippets
British embassy in Madrid to move to Valencia says reliable sources. Three men under death sentence reprieved by King George during Christmas holidays. Moscow State Museum opens Indian culture section with valuable miniatures. Fred R. Schack, 20, bikes 2169 miles from Niagara Falls to Houston seeking warmth. Lloyds excludes war risks worldwide except Canada and the United States. Duke of Kent broadcasts centenary of South Australia with King George message. A large South African diamond found at Bruidegoma drift weighing 53 1 2 ounces valued over 5 000. Spiders webs exhibit at Natural History Museum in London. Le Matin claims Russia sends five submarines to the Mediterranean to guard freighters and torpedo insurgents.
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Madrid
Valencia
George
State Museum of Oriental Culture
Moscow
Fred KR. Schack
Niagara Falls
New York
Houston
Texas
Lloyds
Canada
United States
United Kingdom
Treland
Duke of Kent
Empire
South Australia
King George
Ventersdorp
South Africa
Bruidegoma
Natural History Museum
South Kensington
London
le Matin
Russia
Mediterranean
Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound A Cure Passed Through Generations
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is described as a long standing standard remedy developed by Lydia E. Pinkham and carried on by her descendants in six modern Lynn laboratories. The article praises its natural roots and herbs, the professional female leadership, and widespread satisfaction from women worldwide.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Lynn
Massachusetts
Indian Receives Cheque for Sacrifice to Governor General
An Indian tribally named Judas Hunter of the Stoney tribe gave up beads from his clothing and headdress last summer to Baron Tweedsmuir as the governor general was made honorary chief. He received a $100 Christmas present in recognition of his sacrifice.
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Judas Hunter
Baron Tweedsmuir
Dawn Awakening and Dusk Nesting in Birds
Birds respond to light shifts awakening at first dawn and retreating to nests at dusk. Researchers note morning activity bursts and evening roosting patterns tied to photoperiod. Observations cover species-specific timings and possible ecological implications.
Record Wool Clip Sets 1932 World Output Benchmark
The 1932 wool production exceeded 3.44 billion pounds, the largest global wool clip on record, reflecting strong shearing yields and broad market demand among major producing regions.
Peace treaties and wars cited by Rev. Allar in Toronto talk
Rev. William Allar of Dover Court Presbyterian Church Toronto cites 3,358 years of history with 228 peace accords and 246 European wars in 300 years. He notes treaties average two years in force and warns that after costly conflicts the world remains in an armed camp ready for fresh violence.
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Europe
Electric Club
William Allar
Dovercourt Presbyterian Church
Toronto
Colonies Cost More than They Produce Across Nations
The Carnegie Endowment report shows Germany, Italy, Japan, Britain, and France all spent more on their colonies than their colonial trade yielded. Deficits from colonial holdings are common, not profits, according to the figures.
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Carnegie Endowment For International Peace
Germany
Italy
Japan
Britain
France
Pattern 4283 Anne Adams frock for little girls
Pattern 4283 showcases a button front coat style frock for Susan Ann in sizes 2 4 6 8 and 10. The made garment features princess lines soft collar puffed sleeves round pockets and matching panties in gingham percale or calico with illustrated step by step instructions. Enclose 20 cents and mail size name address and pattern number to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Winnipeg.
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Susan-Ann
Anne Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Nicodemus Visits Jesus and the New Birth Lesson
A Sunday school devotional analyzes Nicodemus a Sanhedrin member who visits Jesus by night. It explains the need to be born anew of water and the Spirit to enter the Kingdom of God and notes the cautious stance of Nicodemus and the symbolic meaning of baptism.
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Nicodemus
Jesus
Court of Justice
God
Jerusalem
Charles R. Brown
First Blood Transfusion Story From London
A London Sunday Express recounts an early blood transfusion tale from 1492. Pope Innocent VIII reportedly received blood from three boys who were paid ducats. the boys died and the Pope also died, though not before expressing indignation at the procedure.
New Breed Of Sheep Promises Fashion Fur Proliferation
The Montreal Star reports that US Department experts prove crossing limited stock of Russian caracal sheep with common breeds could yield more broadtail Persian lamb and caracul fur. Importations of the three varieties reached about $3,000,000 in the last five years.
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The
Montreal Star
United States Agriculture Department
Hobby Talk Sparks Sanity Debate
A psychiatrist warns a hobby can anchor mental health while critics endure listening. The remark frames a broader discussion on how personal pastimes affect daily life and social patience.
Royal Bank of Canada posts higher profits and deposits
The Royal Bank of Canada reports increased assets and deposits in its annual statement. Public deposits rose by 71 million while government deposits fell 14 million. Net profits reached 3.504 million after taxes, up 202 thousand from last year, with dividends totaling 2.8 million and a larger reserve build. The bank says liquidity stands at 66.07 percent of public liabilities and notes strong position to meet future demand. The annual meeting is set for January 14, 1937.
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Canada
Royal Bank of Canada
Dominion
Bank of Canada
Ats
Cep
Bank of Can
Dom LP
Free State Uses Wheat Slogan Amid Trade War
The Free State government urges southern Irish farmers to grow more wheat as it enters a fifth year of trade war with Great Britain. Radio Athlone and government speakers promote the campaign with letters billboards and neon signs across Dublin.
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Eamonn de Valera
Free State
Great Britain
Athlone
Dublin
Dutch magnate aids farmers to ease distress and export
Aid by Sir Henri Deterding places 10 million guilders at Dutch farmers to buy surplus green produce fruit and cattle. An organization named by Deterding will pay farmers in guilders, Germany will buy and pay in marks. The move follows Baron Nuffield’s 2 million pound gift to Britain. The scheme is described as humanitarian and non political.
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Henri Deterding
Germany
Baron Nuffield
British Isles
Wales
Scotland
Sir Henri
Royal Dutch Petroleum Company
Amsterdam
Prospector William Nance Dies With Sea Gold Machine Unfinished
Alturas California resident William David Nance age 63 died after pursuing a device he claimed could extract gold from sea water. He demonstrated the machine on October 19 1935 before six witnesses who were sworn to secrecy. Nance said the invention would change monetary standards and hoped it would die with him to prevent misuse.
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William David Nance
Alturas
California
Nance
Sermons of Franklin Used as Musket Cart Ridges
Printed sermons from Benjamin Franklin’s print shop were repurposed into musket cart ridges for the Revolutionary War battle of Monmouth. The improvised ammunition aids reflect battlefield improvisation during the 1778 engagement.
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Benjamin Franklin
Monmouth
Women remembered by men long before Mother's Day
Research indicates men recalled their mothers 16 000 years ago, well before the holiday honoring mothers was invented. The finding suggests enduring maternal remembrance across ancient cultures.
Conversation Sparks Sweet Exchange Between Girl and Boy
A playful exchange unfolds as Gin compliments the girl who replies with a flippant remark and a question about where such praise originated. The dialogue hints at mutual affection and light humor between the two youths.
Coroner Sir Samuel Brighouse Recalled for Inquests
Lancashire coroner Sir Samuel Brighouse, recently elevated to BT status, has presided over 23 000 inquests, reflecting a long career in public service and legal duties within England.
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Samuel Brighouse
Lancashire
England
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