Eye strain from TV blamed on viewers eyes not TV
Eye experts say television faults reveal pre existing eye problems rather than screen damage. Tips include proper room lighting, warming up the set, proper seating, eye exams, and possibly viewing glasses to cut blue light and improve comfort.
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Better Vision Institute
Leeuwenhoek First to Observe Microbes and Microscopy
Anton van Leeuwenhoek born in Delft in 1632 emerged as the first to glimpse bacteria using crafted lenses. A self taught amateur, he advanced microbiology by viewing a drop of water and discovering living microfauna, founding microscopy and inspiring future work in science and eyewear alike.
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Canadian credit unions expand in 1956 report says
The Economics Division of the Canada Department of Agriculture reports 1956 ended with 1,899,477 members served by 4,191 chartered unions and assets of 768 million dollars. Savings rose to 704 million, loans grew by about 60 million, with Quebec leading in assets per member and Prince Edward Island posting a loan decrease.
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Prince Edward Island
Gus Kenderdine Paintings Exhibit Opens in Swift Current
The Swift Current Public Library opened an exhibition of 25 oil and charcoal wash paintings by Saskatchewan artist Gus Kenderdine. The show, attended by his daughter Mrs. O. Beamish, was organized with support from the Glenbow Foundation of Calgary.
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Butter Industry Faces Shifts in Canada Markets
Ontario Creamery men hear dairy specialist D B Goodwillie of the Canada Department of Agriculture warn that Canada’s butter industry hinges on adaptation to production and marketing changes. Smaller plants consolidate, dry skim milk shortages, and the Support Board program push toward continuous butter and butter oil expansion. Production must rise in 1958 to meet current consumption trends and approach 1955 levels, with more creameries adopting continuous making and potential growth in butter oil markets.
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Ontario Creamerymen’s Association
Toronto
Canada
Goodwillie
Dairy Products Division
Canada Department of Agriculture
Mr. Goodwillie
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Doukhobors cool to Siberia land offer plan
Sons of Freedom spokesmen led by John Chernoff of Grand Forks head to Ottawa and Russia to scout relocation sites in Siberia. They claim 2500 members may emigrate with Orthodox Doukhobors, while UsccC members in Canada doubt the move will occur or draw many youths. Sorokin in South America reportedly approves a return to Russia, a prophecy tied to a voyage decades later.
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John Chernoff
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the Gazette
B.C
First Known Balloon Flight Tests Conducted in France
The first balloon flight occurred in 1782 in France marking one of the earliest feats in aviation history. Biologists and inventors witnessed the invention that led to rapid developments in lighter than air flight and transformed travel and science.
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France
New Oyen Arena to Open February First
The new arena in Oyen built in 1954 will officially open February 1. It has housed Alberta Wheat Pool grain storage with rentals totaling up to 140000 bushels. Cost around 35000 raised by local enterprises and volunteers, with grounds being prepared for flooding and future skating, hockey, curling events and summer carnivals.
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Alberta Wheat Pool
Herald
Hanna
Alta
Crochet set pattern for cap mittens scarf 6 12 years
Wool cap mitten scarf crochet pattern 7342 with directions for winter set. Made in heavy wool, quick to work, suitable for children 6 to 12. Send thirty five cents in coins for pattern number 7342 and print your name and address.
Tape relay centres speed Canadian messages in 1957
During 1957 Canadian National Telegraphs placed in operation tape relay centres at Winnipeg and Vancouver. These relay centres greatly speed the service and effect substantial economies in message relay handling.
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Canadian National Telegraphs
Winnipeg
Vancouver
Gimli Opens New Waterworks and Pumphouse
Premier Campbell presided as Gimli officially opened its waterworks system on December 30 marking the start of 16 miles of sewer and water lines. The $352,000 project replaces artesian wells and promises improved living standards for residents. The ceremony drew town officials and representatives of the engineering firm and contractors.
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Gimlll
D. L. Campbell
Manitoba
R. W. Bond
Gimli
Barney Egilson
Campbell
Selkirk, Man
Tax discount system boosts Bassano tax prepayments
For the fifth year the Town of Bassano offers a 10 percent discount for taxes paid before January 31 and 8 percent for prepayment by February 28. An average of 50 percent of current year taxes is collected by February end.
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