Canada Leads in Silver Fox Ranching Growth and Trade
Canada remains the world leader in silver fox ranching with Prince Edward Island as the cradle of the industry. The Canadian National Silver Fox Breeders Association registers tens of thousands of pups annually, while pelts dominate production. Exports from PEI and widespread foreign demand accompany steady price gains despite seasonal downturns.
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Canada
Domainiot
Eteinlar
Prince Edward Island
Canadian National Silver For Breeders’ Association
Dominion
Ond
Quebec
New School Project Planned for Gleichen Indian Reserve
Officials report 60000 will be spent on summer improvements to Gleichen Indian Reserve buildings. Finishing touches are underway on the new Gleichen Reserve school. The saying Time is money appears with a remark about having time as wealth.
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Indian Reserve
Gleichen
Hummel
Heavy Livestock Losses From Tiny Black Fly Attacks
Reports from eastern Saskatchewan describe significant livestock losses due to Simulium bites. In Pike Lake district at least seven cattle and three pigs died as the flies hatch from eggs laid on stones near running water. University of Saskatchewan vets advise housing affected animals and using baking soda and water to reduce swelling and pain.
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Saskatchewan
Farima
Saskatchewan River
Pike Lake District
University of Saskatchewan Veterinary Department
Popular Canadian Apples Listed by Preference
A Dominion Department of Agriculture survey from the Fruit Branch shows McIntosh leading as Canada's favorite apple variety. The Spy follows, then Gravenstein, De Licious, and Baldwin in order of popularity.
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Canada
Fruit
Dominion Department of Agriculture
Seasonal jacket patterns suit chic wardrobes this season
Fashion note highlights jacket costumes in green crepe silk prints with egg shell accents. Pattern No 3436 offers hip length jackets in sizes 14 through 40 with a coordinating chiffon dress in hyacinth blue. Also showcased are yellow linen ensembles and pastel flat silk crepe options priced at 25 cents.
How To Order Patterns Address Winnipeg Pattern No Size
Advertisement offering pattern orders from Winnipeg Newspaper Union at 175 McDermot Ave. Mentions pattern number size and name details for customers to fill.
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Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Grain by Bay Route Workers Build Elevator Frame
Workers toil on the steel and concrete framework of the grain elevator at Churchill to aid movement of the 1931 wheat crop along the Hudson Bay route. The Bay route earlier shipped wheat to the prairies with Red River shipments to Winnipeg and Duluth routes linking to Toronto by rail, as Manitoba’s prairie harvests grew into half a billion bushels.
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Churchill
Hudson Bay
Prairies
Red River
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Duluth
Minnesota
Toronto
Survey planned for sheep industry in western provinces
Dr J H Grisdale announces a summer economic survey of the sheep raising industry in Saskatchewan Alberta and British Columbia. The Agricultural Economics Branch and the Experimental Farms of the Dominion Department of Agriculture will cooperate visiting 150 to 200 sheep ranches with provincial government and livestock association help.
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J. H. Grisdale
Saskatchewan
Alberta
British Columbia
Dominion Department of Agriculture
Soil Scientists To Meet In Russia This Summer
The International Society of Soil Scientists will hold its annual convention in Russia this summer. The Russian school of soil science has risen to world prominence for its recent work, and hosting the conference signals growing recognition beyond American origins.
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Soviet Russia
International Society of Soil Scientists
Russia
Russian School of Soil Scientists
South
Regulate Imports Of Grain At Imperial Conference
In London this autumn a board to regulate grain imports and bulk commodity purchases may be considered. Rt. Hon. J. H. Thomas said agenda items require intergovernmental agreement and would not be dismissed without review. Also notes a Platonic aside and Mrs. M. Polk, 73, of New York, crossing the Atlantic for the ninety second time.
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London
England
J. H. Thomas
Dominions
House of Commons
Thomas
Empire Games Set for Hamilton Ontario Next Month
The British Empire Games will be staged in Hamilton Ontario from August 16 to 23 with athletes from all Dominions and the Mother Country expected to compete. E. W. Beatty of Canadian Pacific Railway chairs the national A A U of Canada committee and strong participation is expected from Australia New Zealand Africa British colonies the Irish Free State Northern Ireland and a robust British committee is formed to ensure full participation. Canada will be widely represented with most provinces sending standout athletes.
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Hamilton
Ontario
E. W. Beatty
Canadian Pacific Railway
A.A.U. of
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Africa
Irish Free State
Northern Ireland
Pale Western Cutworm Threat to Alberta Saskatchewan Crops
The Pale Western Cutworm emerges as a major pest in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Outbreaks hinge on August to September field conditions, with crusted soil reducing risk if undisturbed August to September. Recommendations urge July soil prep, no grazing, and minimal soil disturbance to protect crops next spring. Authorities cite potential regional damage and provide contacts for further guidance.
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Alberta
Saskatchewan
Edmonton
Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
Canadian Pacific Railway
McLeod-Edmonton
Lethbridge
Medicine Hat
Saskatoon
Regina
Indian Head
Abernethy
Dominion Entomological Laboratory
Treesbank
Manitoba
Salmon Exports Drive Canadian Fisheries Trade Rise
Canadian fish and fish products sold worldwide in 1929, totaling about 36 million dollars. Canned salmon led the exports, with 91 million pounds shipped and 8.865 million dollars in value, mainly from British Columbia canning. Australia New Zealand the next largest buyers followed by the United Kingdom France and Italy. About 25 to 30 countries purchased Canadian fisheries products.
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Canada
British Columbia
Australia
New Zealand
United Kingdom
France
Italy
Shortage In Egg Production Across Canada
The weekly egg and poultry report from the Dominion Department of Agriculture notes a nationwide decline in egg production. Demand remains strong, especially for extras, with prices not yet rising materially but market tone firmer. eastern centres report tight local receipts to meet consumption.
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Canada
Egg and Poultry Report
Dominion Department of Agriculture
Autos bring new grievance from Scotland farmers
Farmers of Scotland voice a new grievance against autos as they warn fall fair entries will be low due to unsafe highway travel for livestock. Some sheep owners plan to buy machines to transport their exhibits to the fairs.
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Scotland
Mystery Bus Trips In Dublin Spark Curiosity
In Dublin, the Irish Free State launches auto-bus mystery trips as a summer novelty. Passengers receive a fifty mile evening drive for 60 cents with a one hour stop at popular resorts, while the route remains undisclosed to spark interest.
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Dublin
Irish Free State
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Stockholm
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