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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 16, 1930
Page
2
The article compares saving for a child’s future to building a health bank balance. It urges regular medical exams, yearly checkups, and preventive care to detect diseases early and maintain a strong health reserve. It cautions against waste and promotes conservation of resources.
The 50 by 20 foot talking sign at Gaw O Hara Envelope Co in North Sacramento Boulevard wowed over 3000 Rotarians. George D. Gaw announced the sign will voice Chicago’s civic assets including schools churches parks libraries universities boulevards and policemen during the Century of Progress era.
District court in southern Illinois ruled motorists must pay for railroad wrecks caused by driving over tracks. The case involved derailment of an engine and five freight cars with railroad seeking $30,000 and a verdict of $10,000 upheld on appeal.
A historical note describes tornadoes moving at speeds from ten to sixty miles per hour, illustrating wide variability in their movement and potential impact.
The article notes that lead mines in Spain and Britain were in operation more than a thousand years before Christ, indicating ancient mining activity and early metal use in these regions.
Editor Roy Long received two fire damaged manuscripts in a burned air mail envelope from San Francisco. National Air Transportation reported an accident near Curwensville Pennsylvania when pilot Henry J. Brown, with 1421 pounds of mail, failed to regain lift after switching tanks. The plane burned after a low altitude crash in Clearfield mountains. eight pounds of salvaged mail and ashes were removed.
Researchers note that trees experience reversible variations in trunk girth, with small shrinkages and growth occurring in cycles. Highly precise measuring instruments reveal these subtle changes, similar to natural fluctuations seen in living beings.
An advertisement touts Douglas' Egyptian Liniment as instant in stopping bleeding and cauterizing wounds to prevent blood poisoning. It claims splen did for muscular rheumatism, presenting a bold claim of rapid relief and broad uses.
A New York speech in reply to a toast was telephoned to London, illustrating rapid communication of remarks. The remark about science being cruel underscores a stark, ironic note in the exchange.
A novel coin operated soda fountain debuts dispensing soda water into brand new paper cups. The setup promises a sanitary, single use cup option and modern convenience for customers seeking quick refreshments without disposable cup reuse.
A Canadian reader recounts arriving from England with a six year old suffering cholera. After a station attendant suggested Dr Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry, the child recovered after four doses and was cheerful by the next morning in Winnipeg.
A special government air tour will depart Rockcliffe to inspect aeroplane supply caches in the Northwest Territories. Led by Flight Lieut. F J Mawdesley the two seaplanes may cover over 25 000 miles, with pilots Winny and Mawdesley and two mechanics. The mission aims to open air lanes near Mackenzie River, Great Slave Lake, Coronation Gulf, and areas west of Hudson Bay north of Churchill, mostly south of the Arctic circle, returning to Ottawa before freeze-up.
Summer heat endangers infants with diarrhoea cholera infantum dysentery and colic. Timely treatment is vital and Baby's Own Tablets from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont help regulate bowels and stomach. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box.
The Edmonton Exhibition prize list bans cattle altered to change natural conformation. Competent veterinarians will examine exhibitors to enforce the rule, aligning with the current movement to end cutting of ties and surgical treatments for show ring purposes.
After ten years, Dr J D Kellogg's asthma remedy is hailed as the only relief for a grateful user and one of many. The ad proclaims it the recognized market remedy with never failing effectiveness and enduring popularity as the greatest asthma specific available.
The governing committee recommends amending the constitution to admit Canadian citizens. If not disapproved within ten days the change will take effect. Plans were announced to extend the ticket service into Canada within six months.
The British and Foreign Bible Society marked its 126th anniversary by cutting a cake weighing 126 pounds and bearing 126 candles. The cake, designed to resemble a Chinese building, was largely consumed.
Hundreds of volunteers assist in counting waterfowl across North America. The effort aims to detect any rise or fall in waterfowl numbers and yields valuable data, though it is not a formal census.
Dr William Carrothers, economics professor at the University of Saskatchewan, will leave Saskatoon for Vancouver as he joins the University of British Columbia economics section. Born in Ireland, he served in WWI earning the DFC and Croix de Guerre, earned a PhD at Edinburgh, and wrote Immigration from the British Isles. He has led Canadian Legion branches, and since December has been a Saskatoon city alderman.
Right Hon J H Thomas secretary for the Dominions told an Empire luncheon at Colchester Essex that Britain would enter the Imperial Conference free from prejudice to discuss unemployment and war burdens. He said the conference offers a unique chance for open debate on all aspects and problems.
The Senate confirmed Colonel Hanford L. MacNider of Iowa as minister to Canada without a record vote. The appointment comes as Canadians resent the tariff bill and enforcement of prohibition at the border strains patience. MacNider faces a busy tenure shaping immigration policy and relations with Canada.
Japanese aviation officials report planes built entirely in Japan meet safety speed and airworthiness standards. Night testing by two scout planes showed full compliance with required performance. Production is expanding at Kawasaki and Mitsubishi dockyards under the war ministry.
Minard's Liniment for all strains is cited as a humorous setup. The bishop remarks that he never knew until he got a car that profanity is prevalent. He notes that almost everyone he meets swears dreadfully on the road.
Montreal remains the top grain exporting port in North America despite Canada’s slowed grain movement in 1929. The Montreal Harbor Commissioners review compares the port with other major continental ports in their annual report.
Warm weather and plentiful vegetables boost salads and the dressing recipe here promises quick preparation. The uncooked dressing uses eggs salt mustard vinegar and Eagle Brand Milk beaten together then mixed with the vinegar and allowed to thicken for hours.
Persian Balm is magical in creating alluring complexions. A gentle rubbing invigorates the skin and leaves a youthful beauty. Charmingly fragrant and delightful to use. Cools and caresses the skin. Relieves roughness and chafing from weather. Tones stimulates and protects the loveliest complexion. Unrivalled as a perfect aid to beauty and charm.
The Regina Leader-Post notes an old proverb: an optimist is a man who expects to do this year's business on last year's advertising. The remark frames enduring faith in marketing impact.
La Liberte reports a hurried French exit from Mainz and Wiesbaden with hostile crowds, booing, and two minute troop movements. Opposing accounts from Lokal Anzeiger and Gen. Guillaumat differ, while M. Tirard asserts normal departure and trust in Germany.
A recent contest determined the average number of feathers on a hen’s back at 8 120. The winner dissected a hen’s skin and numbered each feather to reach the total.
A reflective note on how quickly forgiveness recurs with the seasons. The text laments the rapid cycle of giving and forgiving as Christmas repeats each year.
German films were shown in Helsingfors during a recent screening with notable interest. Attendees reported favorable reactions to the performances and production values, signaling growing reception of German cinema in Finland.
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