World Happenings Briefly Told Highlights From Europe and Canada
George C. Cruce, 82, noted botanist, dies. A high power radio station to be built at Daventry, England, will broadcast empirewide. The Prince of Wales to unveil a Thiepval memorial on Whit-Sunday May 16. Canada exports live cattle to the U.K. reach 27,735 head in year to 1931. Greek women vote for first time in Piraeus municipal erection. Canada has 5,872 grain elevators with 414,660,260 bushels capacity at start of 1931. Britain’s ships built exceed 1930 but output falls 976,000 tons. Canadian apples sell well in Egypt per Cairo trade advices. Foreign letters from Austria to be censored before leaving. Hudson Bay Junction nears road link to The Pas by spring. Potatoes grown at Dunvegan in 1810 yield 150 bushels from nine planted. A national campaign to promote home-grown fruits and vegetables will be launched by the Canadian horticultural council.
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George C. Cruce
Daventry
England
Prince of Wales
Thiepval
Somme
Great Britain
Dominion Department of Trade and Commerce
Cairo
Austria
Hudson Bay Junction
Manitoba
Pas
Dunvegan
Peace River District
Ray of Hope on Wheat Markets From Sask Economist
Dr. W. W. Swanson of the University of Saskatchewan, in Regina, argues there is no world wheat surplus and the market slump stems from factors beyond surplus. He sees prices likely to recover, though influenced by many variables including the pound sterling’s buying power and broader commodity linkages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Swanson
University of Saskatchewan
Regina
Sask
Swanson
Persian Balm and Fashion Notes Highlight Beauty and Trends
The column praises Persian Balm as a creator of beautiful complexions and soothing skin conditions while noting Paris fashion watches with lipstick compartments and Japan's foreign tourist trade declining by half in the past year. Distinct entities include Persian Balm and Paris, Japan, with emphasis on beauty, watches, and tourism trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Slimming lines for spring jacket inspired pattern
A fashion notice promotes a jacket style with Paris-influenced cut for heavier figures. It features a navy checked wool option with rose red trim and a black rough crepe silk version with white trim. Style No. 978 covers bust sizes 36 to 48 inches with fabric yardage, price 25 cents.
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Paris
Christ the Way and Comforter in John 14
Sunday lesson centers on peace from faith in God through Jesus Christ as He prepares disciples for His departure. It highlights the promise of heaven in my Father’s house and the way to God through the truth and life that Jesus embodies. The message blends commentary from Jefferson Bowman and Kempis with reflections on trust, heaven, and Christ’s central role.
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Christ the Comforter
Christ
God
Heaven
Jesus
Charles E. Jefferson
Iscariot
John Elliot Bowman
Thomas
Moffatt
Thomas A. Kempis
Coupons For Money From Le Roy Farmers Inspire Cheese Bank
Farmers at Le Roy Saskatchewan printed coupons worth 3 cents per 100 pounds of milk to finance reopening a cheese factory. They redeemed coupons as cheese sold, paying themselves interim and final dividends per hundred pounds of milk. All coupons were redeemed within two weeks after the last cheese sale.
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le Roy
Sask
Neighbors praise Diamond Dyes for wardrobe upkeep
A theatre worker explains how she uses Diamond Dyes to extend a slender wardrobe and cover faded items. She notes her wardrobe mistress recommends them and claims the dyes produce splendid, easy results and many new looks.
New Optical Glass Says Dr. Riegel at Buffalo
Dr. F Raymond Riegel of the University of Buffalo claims a new type of optical glass with high refractive index and weather resistance. The material, first glass containing bismuth, was developed in the Bailey and Sharp laboratories at Hamburg New York and aims for use in telescopes field glasses and laboratory microscopes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Raymond Riegel
University of Buffalo
Riegel
Bailey and Sharp Laboratories
Hamburg
N.Y
Worm Exterminator Promises Safe Treatment for Child
A local worm exterminator offers a mild, effective remedy that cleans worms from the system without harming the child. The method is described as safe and thorough, aiming to relieve discomfort while avoiding injury.
Linoleum Care Tip Adds Parafin to Washing Water
A simple practice suggests adding a spoonful of paraffin to the wash water for linoleum. It aids stain removal and helps preserve the flooring’s surface.
Dog sweating mainly through tongue and paw pads
A historical note states that a dog sweats primarily via its tongue and the pads on its feet, rather than through widespread skin perspiration. This reflects early physiological ideas about canine cooling mechanisms.
Lose Ugly Fat with Kruschen Salts Appeal
A reader testimonials weight loss from 140 to 122 pounds after 16 weeks using Kruschen Salts and urges others to try the morning dose. The ad promises revitalizing minerals, improved sleep and energy, and offers a free trial and money back guarantee through McGillivray Bros. and E. Griffiths Ltd.
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Tere
Millon
Kruechen
Sckage
Fis
Kruschen
E. Griffiths , Ltd
Manchester
McGillivray Bros
Fia
Toronto
The Seven as Lucky in Ancient Times
The ancients marked seven as fortunate noting seven sacred planets seven days in a week seven divisions in the Lord's Prayer and seven ages of man highlighting symbolic balance and rhythm.
Eight Hour Day Advocated by French Trade Unionists
The Federation of Women's Trade Unions in France calls for an eight hour workday for women. The text notes the bagpipe’s ancient Egyptian usage as a contrasting historical detail.
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The
Federation of Women’s Trade Unions
France
New Infrared Imaging Dye Advances Photography
A new synthetic dye xenocyanine, reported by Dr. C E K Mees of Eastman Kodak to the Optical Society of America, records infrared radiation as visible light. The dye on photographic emulsion detects waves beyond 11 000 angstroms, enabling infrared images that resemble visible photographs.
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Optical Society of America
C. E. K. Mees
Eastman Kodak Company
Carter's Little Liver Pills Advertised For Clear Complexion
Skin Loveliness claim by Miss E T endorses Carter's Little Liver Pills as more effective than face creams. The PURELY VEGETABLE tonic targets liver and bowels to correct constipation acidity biliousness and indigestion. 25c and 75c red packages sold everywhere. Ask for Carter's by NAME.
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E. T
Carter
Concert Ticket Purchase Sparks Shared Drollery
In a playful exchange Maggie declines a Wednesday concert while John jokes about not dressing for the occasion. He reveals he bought only one ticket, prompting lighthearted banter on attendance and style.
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Maggie
John
Paris Suburb Train Delays Prompt Time Slips for Workers
Officials issue arrival time slips to late commuters from Paris suburbs to prove tardiness to employers. A Taihoa New Zealand skeleton is thought to be centuries old. England expands maternity and child welfare centers to about two thousand facilities.
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Paris
Taihoa, N.Z
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Tee Ee Wal
Rr Ae
United Kingdom
Greece
Piraeus
Athens
Canada
Canadian Horticultural Council
Albert E. Knowles
Granton
Ont
Dr. Wiliams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Taio
By Annette
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Pucney
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia E
Pinkham
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