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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 20, 1932
Page
2
The essay argues that hardship reveals character and interdependence among people, nations, and communities. It laments urban overgrowth, the loss of individuality, and artificial life, urging a return to first things, smaller towns, and homely virtues for healthier living and lasting happiness. Economic decline drives youth back to farms and villages, where wiser, steadier lives may prevail.
The United States will spend about $5,000 to relocate a 36 inch circumference magnolia tree in the Mall at Washington. The move covers roughly 400 feet to a spot near Fourteenth Street, involving a 25 foot diameter earth disc weighing about 300 tons, plus the tree. Officials call it one of the world’s largest such undertakings.
An annual report shows 104 centenarians drawing old age pensions in Great Britain on April 25. Of them 91 were women and 13 men. the oldest was a woman born in 1825 aged 106. Others included a 105 one and seven at 103. The eldest men were 102, with twelve women at that age. Radio links exist between Germany and Siam, with plans to extend to Egypt.
Mrs. John Rose of Bark Lake Ontario writes of severe nerves and sleepless nights. She says after taking Milburn's Nerve Pills she found relief after one box and by six boxes felt much better. The note implies purchase by mail or direct order and mentions price receipt.
In Paris the police say they cannot reveal the whereabouts of a person who has left home even if a spouse or child asks. The missing persons bureau handles over 25 000 requests yearly and follows the law, which does not compel a person to stay. They will acknowledge a location exists but not disclose it, stating the person is well and wishes not to be known.
Mrs G credits Kruschen Salts with a 21 lb weight loss over four months. She dissolves a half teaspoon in hot water each morning before breakfast and plans to continue as it leaves her feeling full of life while promoting gradual fat reduction and health.
A portable telephone booth with thick sound absorbing walls and doors is being tested in a Hamburg factory to allow workers to make calls near heavy machinery without disturbance.
Persian Balm is pitched as unrivaled for feminine loveliness. It tones and rejuvenates the skin, leaves hands white and soft, soothes roughness from weather, and is essential for the dainty woman. The product is described as cool, refreshing, delicately fragrant, and non sticky.
The Saskatchewan Poultry Pool, one of Western Canada’s largest firms, is steered by a female majority board led by President Mrs. W. Morrison of Spaulding. Last year the pool grossed over 800000 dollars, highlighting rising female influence in agriculture and industry.
Miller's Worm Powders claim to exterminate intestinal worms and treat various childhood afflictions. They strengthen the stomach against biliousness, act as tonics, aid appetite, and ease feverish conditions and stomach pain and griping in children.
Hon. George S. Henry the Ontario premier told a Toronto service club that government and municipalities spent 15 738 000 on unemployment relief in 1930 and 1931. He said a total of 43 000 persons had been given employment during the period.
A short historical ad promotes Douglas Egyptian Liniment as a remedy to remove callouses and enlargements from stock. The text presents a sales claim without medical endorsement.
Imports through the port of London of Canadian tobacco in 1931 reached 2,070,000 pounds, up from 728,000 pounds in 1930. Historically blended with other grades, a large portion is now sold separately, reflecting shifting consumer tastes and industry practice.
Regina Leader notes regret over General Charles G Dawes nearing retirement from public life and as ambassador to Great Britain. It recalls his roles as a World War I general notables in finance and the Dawes plan, plus service as U.S. vice president and outspoken Senate observer.
A man writes of years of asthma suffering until finding complete relief through Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy. He claims the inhaled smoke or vapor form provides sure help and notes it is available through dealers and wholesalers.
Hon. Dr. R. J. Manion urged Eastern Canada Fruit and Vegetable Jobbers Association to popularize the tomato cocktail. He spoke during the seventh annual convention in Ottawa. London reports a world platinum accord to promote and control sale of the metal.
Admiral Earl Jellicoe retires from the British Legion presidency due to ill health after a three year term. He visited Canada last autumn and was ill on return, later confined to the Isle of Wight. He remains grand president of the British Empire Service League.
Practically all pains arising from inflammation can be removed with Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil. Simply rub it on the sore spot and it is quickly absorbed by the skin. Its healing power is conveyed to the inflamed tissue and quickly soothed. This remedy is also a specific for cuts scratches bruises and sprains. Keep a bottle handy always.
The Pravda editorial claims United States bears main responsibility for Japan occupying Manchuria. It criticizes Washington’s stance on Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson and its policy aimed at weakening Japan and excluding Japanese capital from Inner China and Soviet Russia.
In Woodstock Ontario a dairy town the per capita milk intake is just over one third of a pint despite the local dairy district status.
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