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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 16, 1949
Page
4
Charles W. White discusses hoot owls and their impact on farms. He cites biologist Wendell Moore and jazz pioneer W C Handy, notes owls control pests, and warns about chicken hawks. A farmerette defeats a chicken hawk with a flatiron, advising readers to carry a Matiron for safety.
Pattern 7196 offers filet-crochet horse motifs for a chair decoration. Includes charts directions and improved visuals. Send twenty five cents to Household Arts Department Winnipeg Newspaper Union 175 McDermot Avenue E Winnipeg Man with name address and pattern number.
A humorous exchange about water coming through the roof during rain with a farmer remarking it is air. The note adds a historical aside that in the 14th century skates were made by fastening an iron runner on a wooden frame.
The Canadian Forestry Association kicks off its Classroom on Wheels tour in Alberta to promote soil conservation and wind erosion prevention through shelter belts and tree planting. The itinerary lists stops across Saskatchewan Manitoba and December events with school meetings and sound film presentations to educate on planting methods and home beautification.
Dr Donald B Thorburn advises dividing shopping bags for balance and making fluffy mashed potato nests for portions. The article also describes Javelle water a home bleach made from washing soda and bleaching powder strained and stored for household use.
Do it yourself guide to constructing a durable two piece sided rowboat with a double layer transom for outboard use. Steps cover frame, bow post, keel, transom fitting, ribs, caulking, clamps, gunwales, seats, and finishing with marine paint. Includes detailed materials list and hardware.
The first official Thanksgiving for deliverance from the Spanish Armada was celebrated at St Pauls Cathedral on November 24 1588 with Queen Elizabeth in attendance. The observance marked England’s victory and gratitude toward the defeat of the Armada.
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