Canadian independence and future power through ties to empire
Sir James Owen notes Canada remains independent in practice while linked to Britain by intangible bonds. He argues railways unified east and west, Canada resists American economic overreach, and foresees Canada becoming one of the world’s great powers within decades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Owen
Fueter
Poland
Canada
United States
Sory
Bis
Exeter Times
England
Laurentian Shield
Prairie Provinces
Rocky Mountains
Great Britain
Empire
America
Wall Street
Puzzle Post Office Faith Shown in Kenilworth Letter
The article notes a resident of Kenilworth England shows strong belief in the post office by mailing a letter to Mr A and Constant near New Brunswick. It adds a wry remark that people with long faces may have shortcomings and mentions Japan planning a census in 1930.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenilworth
England
A. &. Constant
Canadian Hogs Sent to New Zealand From Ontario Farms
A shipment of six pure bred bacon type hogs from Canadian farms to New Zealand marks the first North American import since 1916. Three Berkshires from Duff Buen of Ridgetown won at the Royal Winter Fair, with three Tamworths from Ontario and Quebec breeders. The import supports Canada’s leading bacon hog status and follows a New Zealand import approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antipodes
New Zealand
Duff Buen
Ridgetown
Ontario
Toronto
Tamworths
Quebec
North America
Canada
Department of Agriculture
Canadian Department of Agriculture
Forest Fires Wreak Havoc on Trappers Across North
Summer fires scorched 40 000 acres between Great Slave Lake and Lake Athabaska causing severe fur shortages. Indian trappers reaching Fort Smith report poor hunting and scarce fur as mice and rabbits vanish. Resolution traders expect only a few weasels this year after normally shipping 20 to 40 bales.
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Great Slave Lake
Lake Athabaska
Fort Smith
Resolution
Discovery of Great Value Ridicules Catch Cold Idea
Dr H M Tory announces a major discovery at the Dominion Fast Laboratory. A Winnipeg despatch cites Mr J H Craigie of Rust Laboratory revealing findings on rust spores with potential to curb rust infections. If successful, this could cut crop losses and aid farmers and national agriculture.
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H. M. Tory
National Research Council
Dominion
Cenigie
Bureau of Plant Research
Kew Gardens
London
England
Craigie
Irish Free State forms civil aviation dept run by Col. C. Russell
The Irish Free State sets up a civil aviation department with Col. C. Russell as director. Negotiations have been underway with Imperial Airways of London on an aerial service linking the Free State and Great Britain.
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Irish Free State
Col. C. Russell
National Army Air Forces
Imperial Airways of
London
Free States
Great Britain
Protest Voice in Age and Morality Debate
The London Graphic argues against generalizing corruption of youth and urges protest when reformers claim unusual wickedness in modern young people. It notes that lecturing youths has been harmless and that elders may benefit from similar critique, urging readers to register dissent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Graphic
Cologne baker Ernest Vierkoetter seeks conductor post
Ernest Vierkoetter, the Cologne baker and 1950 Toronto Lake Ontario marathon winner, plans to become a Kapellmeister after swimming career but cites lack of funds. He said he brought six thousand gold marks, about $1,500, from Toronto and fears expenses will delay his dream.
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Ernest .Vierkoetter
Cologne
English Channel
Lake Ontario
Toronto
Vierkoetter
Paris
Germany
Quebec Prepares Record Winter Sports Season at Chateau Frontenac
Quebec expects a record winter sports season from late December through March as tourists flock to the Chateau Frontenac. New Winter Sports Director Jack Strathdee introduces innovations such as Indian Golf using skis and snow shoes with bows and arrows, plus the Eastern International Dog Sled Derby set for February 20 to 22.
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Quebec
Jack Strathdee
Chateau Frontenac
Queker
Strathdee
Belief Calendar Reform May Begin in 1933
The piece notes Moses Cotsworth’s forecast of a 1933 reform calendar with 13 months of 28 days, a Year Day and Sol month, to be studied worldwide led by the League of Nations. It cites Greenwich preparations and calls for national advisory councils to study the plan for adoption by 1933.
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Moses Cotsworth
Cotsworth
League of Nations
Greenwich
England
British Columbia Sheep Breeders Sweep Prize Show Circuit
Huntington farmers A. C. Stewart and B. C. Harrison led a BC team with 50 sheep winning over 100 prizes at shows in Washington and Oregon. A grand champion pen of fat lambs marked three consecutive BC victories, with 38 sheep from Sardis also earning 45 prizes including four championships and 18 firsts at Salem Oregon. Canadian sheep dominated the Chicago International Live Stock Exhibit prizes for years.
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Huntington
B.C
A. C. Stewart
B. C. Harrison
Washington
Oregon
British Columbia
Messrs. Stewart and Harrison
Salem
Sardis
Chicago
Powdered Coal Powers Early Ocean Liners
The steamship Mer cer pioneers using pulverized coal as a fuel with a $36,000 power plant designed to powder and burn coal. Trials from Baltimore to New York show minimal dust and steady steam pressure of 210 pounds using only a few boilers, with coal crushed at 3,600 pounds per hour per machine.
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Mercer
The
Shipping Board
Baltimore
New York
New York Harbor
Marine Review
Exchange Of Ideas Scottish And Canadian Schoolboys
Arrangements are under way for an international exchange next summer involving 1600 Scottish and 1000 Canadian schoolboys. The program, promoted by parties in both nations, aims to broaden youth perspectives on empire and opportunities, with reciprocal visits expected to deepen understanding and inspire future leadership.
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Scotland
Dominion
Chatham News
Canada Honored as AAAS Elects Officers in Nashville
Dr Henry Fairfield Osborn of New York was elected president of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. J S Plaskett, Dominion astrophysical observer in Victoria British Columbia, was chosen vice president of the astronomy section at the Nashville Tennessee meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Fairfield Osborne
New York
American Association For the Advancement of Science
J. S&. Plaskett
Dominion Astrophysical Observer
Victoria
B.C
Nashville
Tenn
Dociging popularity through neighborly advice
A brief note suggests one way to boost popularity is by offering useful guidance to neighbors. The idea emphasizes practical help and community engagement as a path to esteem and social ties.
Artificial Silk Move Discussed in New Brunswick
Contemplated plan to manufacture artificial silk from wood pulp in New Brunswick targets the Mira Michi Valley for a new industry. Surveys linked to a proposed pulp mill are cited as part of the effort. Britain’s progress in silk fabrics is noted alongside sources from the Baltic Russia and Canada.
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New Brunswick
Miramichi
Great Britain
Baltic
Russia
Britain
A Man and His Views on Women and Husbands
A speaker vents about women of all statuses, claiming disdain for married, single, widowed, and divorced women. He notes four women who rejected him, asserting a general dislike for women and blaming husbands as a recurring theme.
Canada Receives First Siskin Fighters for Camp Borden
The Royal Canadian Air Force announces arrival of two Siskin single seater scout machines and the first of eight ordered, built in Great Britain. The planes are now stationed at Camp Borden in the Dominion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Great Britain
Dominion
Royal Canadian Air Force
Camp Borden
Thursday Unlucky Day Noted in Scandinavian Beliefs
The snippet notes Thursday as an unlucky day in Scandinavian tradition, reflecting superstitions about weekly days. It cites cultural beliefs tying Thursday to misfortune and contrasts with other weekdays.
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Japan
Alberta
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Safi
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
J. H. Craigie
Leonard Hill
Sanitary Inspectors’ Associations of England
North Sea
French River
Canadian Pacific Railway
Chateau Prentenac
Chateau
U.S
William Hale Thompson
Cook County
Lake Michigan
Fort Dearborn
Mr. Thompson
United States of America
New York Herald Tribune
Scandina
Journal Amusant
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