Selfishness Viewed as Root of Economic Low Mood
Professor Gilbert E. Jackson of the University of Toronto argues that the nation’s economic gloom stems from individual selfishness rather than policies or systems. He urges heart change over mere readjustment, citing the Sermon on the Mount and the Golden Rule as the remedy.
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Gilbert E. Jackson
Fcgnomics
University of Toronto
Empire Club Toronto
Canada
Professor Jackson
Jackson
Trade with United Kingdom Shows Diversified Demand
Hon. H. H. Stevens reports a nine month rise in Canadian imports from Britain, highlighting many raw products intended for domestic finishing or use in manufacturing. He notes the encouraging diversification of demands for supplies from Great Britain.
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Canada
United Kingdom
Hon
H. H. Stevens
Municipalities Push Plebiscite on Hospital Sweepstakes
The Union of British Columbia Municipalities at its Victoria convention voted to petition the British Columbia government for a plebiscite on legalizing hospital sweepstakes. It plans to urge all Canadian municipal unions and the Canadian Union of Municipalities to follow suit.
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Union of
British Columbia
Victoria
Government of
Canada
Canadian Union of Municipalities
Rag Rugs Captivate Quebec Visitor Says Brown Diamond Dyes
A Three Rivers woman recalls a Quebec City visitor praising her rag rugs. The traveler bought materials to reproduce the rich colors, impressed by dyes that ensure fast washable hues. The article promotes Diamond Dyes and Diamond Tints for dark colors and light shades.
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Three Rivers
Quebec
Nine Bald Habitual Criminals Reported By Japanese Study
Dr Kinzo Saxa of Fukuoka Prison in Tokio analyzed 1 521 criminals over ten years and identified nine typical habitual offenders. Each had 16 to 29 prior convictions and 20 to 30 years in prison, and all were bald.
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Kinzo Saxa
Fukuoka
Carter's Liver Pills Ad Claims Liver Stimulant Power
An advertisement promotes Carter's Liver Pills as a liver stimulant to relieve blues and digestion problems. It claims the liver pours bile daily, slows digestion, and sells the product as safe and effective at druggists for two cents.
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Carter
No Argument in Court Over Car Crash Resemblance
A courtroom scene centers on a trial from a car accident. The defense asks how the victim can tell what struck him, implying uncertainty. The victim answers that it resembled a motor car, but was forcibly struck by the resemblance.
Cannot Issue Special Coins Government Refused Toronto Request
The British authorities ruled that the Canadian government cannot authorize a special coin issue for a local centennial celebration. A proposal for 50-cent pieces to fund Toronto's 1934 centennial was rejected to avoid setting a precedent granting a city a monopoly on coinage revenues.
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Bnswe
Canada
Ottawa
Toronto
Stewart
France’s 52 centimeter howitzer the world’s largest gun
France unveils the world’s largest gun a 52 centimeter howitzer capable of firing a 3 080 pound shell up to 1 144 miles. The railway mounted piece measures 98 feet and weighs 265 tons surpassing Britain’s earlier 18 inch naval gun.
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France
Britain
H.M.S. Furious
Lord Clive
Fire safety urged for Saskatchewan hotels by travellers group
At a Saskatoon luncheon the Associated Canadian Travellers backed government action to enforce fire escape regulations in hotels. Speakers warned travellers, the largest hotel user group, should demand safeguards, citing the Tisdale tragedy. The note mentions imports to Greece and harbor improvements at Haifa in Palestine.
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Saskatchewan
Saskatoon
Tisdale
Pedestrians Upheld for Limited Highway Right of Way
The Brandon Sun reports Maine recognizes pedestrian rights on highways. Pedestrians would walk on the left side to face oncoming traffic for safety, while motorists gain reduced hazards amid ongoing legislative steps.
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Maine
Brandon Sun
Whistler Class Inquiry At Maryland Institute
A caller asked about joining a class on Whistler's work at the Maryland Institute Art School. The registrar, answering the phone, confirmed the inquiry and referenced the Whistlers exhibition as context.
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Maryland Institute Art School
Whistlers
Whistler
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