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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 14, 1938
Page
6
Dr Leahy explains wind drift damages soil in two ways: erosion of surface soil and fertility loss from wind mixing infertile drift. Sandy soils suffer rapid, deep erosion. clay soils lose top inches but can become richer as surface soil deepens. Overall economic loss favors heavier soils despite longer term fertility.
The Glasgow Empire Exhibition closure on Sundays prompts a discussion of new Canadian postmarks bearing Observe Sunday. The note suggests postmarks may evolve into weekly changing advertising or moral messages, expanding beyond traditional Postal Service duties.
The quints finally taste ice cream for the first time in a memory shared by elders who recall ice cream as a rarity. In older times the treat was often substituted with cornstarch when available.
Line up with the crowd making the least noise to maximize accuracy, yielding correct outcomes about nine times out of ten.
London and India now linked by air mail with four weekly flights improving rapid correspondence between the two empires. Officials say the schedule strengthens trade and official communications.
The Hamilton Spectator argues that provincial and local governments incur vast debts through spending. Amalgamation could save little. a thorough reassessment of where public funds go is needed. Public opinion, not mere superficial cuts, must drive governments to live within their means.
Spanish authorities in insurgent areas announce hiring 15 guide interpreters at five dollars per day to conduct tourists through war entanglements. Tours will not reach the battle front. visitors will view demonstrations of past actions.
The coronation ring of Napoleon I, bearing the arms of the Roman Empire and Charlemagne’s crown, sits with Lucien Bazanger of Paris. He was said to have found it in Austria and now preserves the ancient jeweled piece.
A 1937 field study by H M A Rice for the Geological Survey reports two distinct mineral deposits in eastern Nelson BC. Quartz calcite veins and disseminated sulfides occur in diorite sills, while quartz veins in granite or Precambrian sediments form the more promising deposit, shaped by folding and faults. The mountainous area is largely inaccessible except by trail, with limited highway access via Kingsgate to Kimberley. Copies are available from the Director, Mines and Geology Branch, Ottawa.
Hugo Eckener, president of the Zeppelin Company, expressed hope that an arrangement could still be made to obtain helium from the United States for inflating lighter-than-air craft.
The Edmonton Journal notes Emily Post clarifies English usage. When implying a female is meant, use woman. when implying social standing, use lady. The piece underscores distinctions in gendered terms.
A man plans to attack his brother in law but his wife scolds him about the ten pound fine. After a month he has not named Jim, and she praises him for not repeating the threat. He insists he is simply saving up. A woman can back out of any thing more successfully than a man, except a garage.
A BBC Listener from London recounts his impressions of Canada. He notes Canadians are more British than expected, value a federation of nations, welcome visitors, and offer high quality meals though at higher prices. He contrasts Canadian openness with American aloofness and praises tourist friendliness and early fruit juice habits.
A new capsule filled with carotene in oil aims to boost vitamin A intake to improve night vision and reduce eye strain and fatigue, a concept discussed in the Ohio Medical Journal. The method could help drivers avoid accidents at night by enhancing visual performance.
The scene records Douglas Jerrold named the era’s greatest wit. In a circle discussing a popular song, a young observer quips that the air “carries me away.” Jerrold looks around and asks if anyone can whistle it.
Seven year old John Loughborough Jr in second grade defeated three teachers in Los Angeles four months after he started playing. He played nine teachers at once, won against three and lost to six, and hopes to reverse the verdict in a month.
Mark Twain quips that always doing right will please some people and astonish the rest. The remark reflects his characteristic irony about public virtue and social reaction.
Italy holds 26 of the 46 records recognized by the International Aeronautical Federation. The federation tallies achievements across speed altitude and endurance reflecting Italian aviation progress noted in the report.
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