Locomotives on stamps span global collections and eras
A survey of stamps depicting trains and locomotives notes Canadian issues marking centenaries and notable 1920s 1927 1930s designs. It highlights stamps from Newfoundland Belgium Congo Egypt Bulgaria and Chile among others, showcasing railway engines and railway mail trains.
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Uuet
Newfoundland
New Brunswick
Bulgaria
Belgian Congo
North Barnes
Corensten
Chile
Kitchen Meditations By Jane Dale Travelogue of a tardy student
A narrator recalls a boy rushing through snow and ice to reach school before the last bell. Time pressure, fear of lateness, and the chance of a late dismissal color a quiet, seasonal scene. The piece observes the kid's anxious hurry and a teacher's minimal response to tardiness.
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Sunguenly
Missionaries Doing Good Work In Africa
Canadian missionaries bring aid and gospel work to Africa with the United Church of Canada. Rev. David H. Gallagher cites progress in Angola West Africa where gospel is in over 1000 villages and national leaders emerge with 46 ordained pastors and about 2000 village leaders.
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Toronto
Africa
David H. Gallagher
Board of Overseas Missions
United Church of Canada
Canada
Gallagher
Angola
West Africa
Church of Christ In
Mr. Gallagher
Canada Resources In Global Demand Warns Viscount Alexander
Viscount Alexander told the Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy that Canada’s resources are in rising world demand for civil and defense needs under the UN and NATO. He noted vast mining growth since he became governor-general six years ago and warned wealth brings responsibilities. He hinted at a future defense minister role in the Churchill cabinet as he departs Canada, citing Alberta oil fields and Ungava ore deposits as key wealth sources.
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Ottawa
Canada
Defence Organization
United Nations
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Viscount Alexander
Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
Defence
Churchill
Institute
Alberta
Ungava
Household Tips From Practical Homemaking Columns
Practical guidance on fabric care and sewing techniques from a historical tip sheet. Includes whitening with tea, threading needles, dyeing with soap, brush care, cleaning with flour, polishing silver, and flipping a cotton mattress to maintain fluffiness. Contains hands on, straightforward steps for common domestic tasks.
Ottawa at Rideau and Ottawa Rivers Confluence
Ottawa, the capital of Canada, lies at the confluence of the Rideau and Ottawa rivers. This geographic note highlights the city’s central position where two major waterways meet.
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Ottawa
Canada
Rideau
Ottawa Rivers
Gems of Thought on Beauty and Truth
A reflective collection of aphorisms and quotes on beauty and truth from Bacon Eddy Keats and others. It contrasts beauty rooted in mind and spirit with mere material forms and emphasizes truth as a measure of beauty and enduring value.
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Lord Greville
Prince Charles Bow Tie Sparks Fashion Craze
London reports a fashion fad as Prince Charles wears a bow tie on his third birthday November 14. Harry Culliford, a London manufacturer, says 12 workers are handling large orders for bow ties in many colors including tartans. Buyers seek elastic and collar clip styles for easy use.
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London
Prince Charles
Harry Culliford
World War II Cost to the United States Reported
The total economic cost of World War II to the United States is estimated at 335.5 billion dollars. The figure reflects military expenditures, civilian mobilization, materials, and war-related funding during the period of global conflict.
Mother coyote sighting in remote Prairie hills
A narrator recalls quietly approaching a den in remote Prairie hills and encountering a mother coyote. She watches from the den, then follows the observer as he ascends and circles, finally moving her family to unknown parts after multiple evasive moves and protective behavior.
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Viet
Mother Coyote
Parts
Canada’s Growing Population and Development Potential
Canada stands at 3.7 million square miles with vast resources and rising population. Projections suggest growth from 14 million now to about 30.9 million by 2000, fueling expansion in Alberta BC Ontario and a stronger internal market to balance trade.
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Canada
Great Lakes
Europe
United Kingdoms
Germanys
Indias
Peace River
Alberta
British Columbia
Ontario
Quick Canadi ads Quiz Answers and Timeline
Alberta and Saskatchewan became provinces in 1905. Pensions paid to age 70 will cost taxpayers about 1.5 billion next year. The leading industry in B C is natural resources retrieval and processing. Personal income tax was first collected in Canada in 1917. Provincial elections are held every four years. Answers found in another column.
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Alberta
Saskatchewan
B.C
Canada
Beef Stew with Corn Bread
Selected Recipes describes a beef stew with ibs beef stew meat onions bay leaf celery thyme garlic carrots and water simmered until tender. Serve with corn bread split and topped with hot stew.
Abel Ties Detroit Scoring Record in 4-2 Win Over Bruins
Captain Sid Abel of the Detroit Red Wings tied Syd Howe’s Detroit scoring record at 436 points with two assists in a 4-2 victory over Boston on January 6. Abel, in his 12th NHl season with Detroit, has 175 goals and 261 assists. Boston’s Dave Creighton, 21, centers the top line with Johnny Peirson and rookie Jack McIntyre, a unit that has produced 18 points in 17 straight games through January 13.
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Sid Abel
Detroit Red Wings
Syd Howe
Detroit
Boston
Howe
Abel
Auto City
Dave Creighton
Boston Bruins
Beantowners
Lynn Patrick
Hershey
Creighton
Johnny Peirson
Jack McIntyre
Bruins
Cave
Elevator Operator Knowledge Aids State Job Survey
Hartford officials conduct a statewide job reclassification survey asking employees to log time spent on each duty. An elevator operator provided a partial answer showing how time was allocated among tasks, illustrating the data collection approach used by the committee.
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Hartford
Conn
Smile of the Week Cartoon Sketches Rival Candidates
A comic caption compares two candidates in a humorous exchange. The first claims an honest money making method, the second asks for clarification, and the first laughs at the other's ignorance. The light political jibe reflects a satirical tone.
Four-NHL Players Have Skated For Four Clubs This Season
The league features two players with four teams each Gaye Stewart of New York and Jim Peters of Chicago Stewart began with Toronto in 1942 43 earning the Calder Trophy and later moved to Chicago Detroit and New York Peters played for Montreal Boston Detroit and Chicago before joining the Black Hawks last summer Also noted is Paul Meyer Canadiens star who scored eight goals in 11 games after a slow start and Bill Jurda now an engineer with CPR after years with the Maple Leafs system and Winnipeg base as hockey’s off season continues in 194?
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National Hockey League
N.H.L
Gaye Stewart
New York
Jim Peters
Chicago
Stewart
N H.L
Toronto
Leafs
Detroit
Rangers
Jimmy Peters
Montreal Canadiens
Boston
Paul Meyer
Canadiens
Bill Jurda
Toronto Maple Leafs
C.P.R
Bill
Winnipeg
Man
Answers to Quick Quiz Answers
The lines give quiz answers: 5. At least once every 5 years. 3. Forestry mainly lumber production. 1. 1905. 4. In 1917. 2. About $325000000. Material supplied by the Editors of Quick Canadian Facts the hand book of facts about Canada.
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Quick Canadian Facts
Handbook of Facts About
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