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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 06, 1932
Page
2
Mr C M Stroeder of Hanover Ontario reports severe breathlessness that left him exhausted after small exertion. After using Milburn’s Heart and Nerve Pills he states he is totally relieved of his trouble and can work normally again after purchases by mail.
The article traces timekeeping from ancient lunar months to the Julian calendar and its 365 day year. It explains Caesar's reform, Pope Gregory XIII's correction in 1582, and how 13 days were dropped to realign the calendar. It notes that 1932 is a leap year and mentions customs around leap years, including women's marriage proposals.
The Canadian Legion moves to contest the Pension Act amendments through the pensions appeals court after Auditor General Georges Gonthier objects to the Board of Pensions Canada restoring certain pensioners. About 9,318 are affected. hundreds face potential repayment to the Dominion Treasury if the appeal fails. Legion officials say restoration of final payments was believed settled and fear hardship from delay. The appeal, led by the Legion, aims to resolve the issue by year end.
Ontario plans a domestic bond issue to finance the next provincial loan. Premier Brownlee notes Alberta will watch and hopes Ontario succeeds in issuing the bond. A second item urges Miller's Worm Powders as a remedy for child worms, claiming quick relief and calming effects.
Robert Davidson of the Paddockwood district is jailed in Saskatoon while investigators probe an alleged concealed weapons possession.
Robert McDonald longtime Edmonton hotelier and sportsman died at age 60 after two weeks of illness. Born in Sydney Cape Breton he moved to Edmonton in 1901 and promoted major boxing cards. He served as a director of the Alberta Hotelmen's Association.
A reporter questions President Von Hindenburg on his secret courage. He replies that he whistles to steady himself but adds he never whistles aloud, implying inner calm without outward signal.
Noted figure Hon. Charles H. Mackintosh, ally of Sir John A. Macdonald, journalist and writer, dies aged 88. A three time Ottawa mayor, twice MP for the capital, and former lieutenant governor of the North West Territories from 1893 to 1897, he was born in London Ontario.
A black collie owned by E. J. Quick travels 300 to 400 miles on foot from Dauphin Manitoba to Regina to reunite with friends after his master left the city months earlier. The dog’s route, distance, and methods of travel remain unknown, but Smut expresses joy at being among friends.
Leading Wall Street banks will present to stockholders and the public a full breakdown of their short term credits to Germany at upcoming annual meetings. They aim to counter rumors with figures showing less than eight percent of their international business is German and over 90 percent is domestic.
advertisement notes Douglas Egyptian Liniment to reduce inflammation and ease bruises sprains strains swelling and stiffness. claims quick relief for sore muscles and contracted cords. promotes use for general aches with emphasis on fast acting topical formula.
Persuasive ad copy touts Persian Balm as a cool refreshing skin aid. It promises soothing protection, softening effects, and a flawless, fragrant charm for hands and face.
Relics show a central heating system in a Roman villa at Darenth Kent. A furnace under a raised floor sent hot air through hollow tile supports and wall flues to the upper story, indicating ancient invaders understood house warmth.
A Ontario woman recalls severe fatigue and darkness lifting after six boxes of Dr Williams Pink Pills. She credits the tonic with increasing haemoglobin and energy, improving appetite and sleep, and aiding her work as a mother of six.
The Anderson government is unlikely to push nuisance taxes such as on cigarettes tobacco and soft drinks in the coming session despite caucus discussion. Opposition from government members has eliminated nuisance taxes from revenue plans while a provincial amusement tax remains possible though Regina and Saskatoon currently levy such taxes and would lose revenue if the province adopts it.
A child asks why rain falls on paving and learns it helps plants grow and fruit. The exchange contrasts nourishment for crops with wet streets, illustrating the weather’s dual effect.
A traveller asks an old shepherd about the day’s weather and learns that weather is God’s will. The shepherd says he aligns with God’s pleasure, noting contentment comes from accepting divine control in all His works.
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