200 Year Old Swedish Timepiece Shown by Simmie Man
Thomas Austin of Simmie displays a watch he believes to be two centuries old. Hand made in Sweden it was owned by Mrs Austin’s great grandfather and still keeps time. The dual-key mechanism winds and sets the dial while a Roman numeral face, second hand and back engraving accompany a precision compass.
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Thomas Austin
Simmie
Ray Johnston
Sun
Sweden
Austin
Ingle Jewel
Winnipeg
Department of National Defence
Alvin E. Stubbe
No. 10 Works Company
Roe
Stubbe
Fort Osborne Barracks
W. J. Megill
Prairie Command
Wilmot Place
Society of Industrial and Cost Accountants of
Manitoba
Canadian Army Photo
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Oregon State
John Witte
Witte
U.S
Los Angeles Times
Pacific Northwest
Los Angeles Rams
Riders
Rams
Ken Carpenter
Sam Wesley
Bulb Growing Tips Include Deep Planting and Care
Grow tulips by planting bulbs eight to 10 inches deep and leave them for two to three years then dig up and discard if needed. Daffodils crocuses and other Dutch bulbs tolerate longer stays. replant when crowded. New bulbs cost less and last longer with minimal disturbance after bloom.
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Canada
Booster Club Football Giveaway Offer for Regina Youth
Last year 900 boys received a regulation size football valued at seven dollars. This year the Booster Club aims to give away 2000 footballs or helmets or shoulder harnesses. A girls' offer is promised. Mail coupon to Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club Office in Regina with name and address.
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Saskatchewan
Roughrider Football Club
Somerset Bidg
Regina
Sask
The Ages Have It on National Hospital Insurance
The piece argues Canada will implement government sponsored hospital insurance within two years. It notes broad support from Canadians and parties, but acknowledges fears of cost growth, tax funding, and provincial federal disputes. It stresses learning from other nations and keeping premiums economically fair while aiding the needy.
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Canada
Ottawa
Bismark
Germany
National Hospital
Overload Dangers in Economic System and Everyday Life
A fragment discusses overload as a universal danger from electric circuits to economic systems. It cautions against financing demands with future earnings and warns of hidden costs from excessive growth in homes, schools, and consumer devices.
Home of Champions Crown Maple Creek Curling Champs
The Maple Creek district in Saskatchewan salutes provincial high school curling champions Frances Wilson Rosemary Nuttall Diane Eckart and Shirley Couillard who captured the title last week. Boys team led by George Plewes Fred Hanson Howard Meneley and Stan Pollock won district playdowns though were defeated in Regina. Community Hall gathering set for Friday March 8 to honor the champions.
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Saskatchewan
Frances Wilson
Rosemary Nuttall
Diane Eckart
Shirley Couillard
George Plewes
Fred Hanson
Howard Meneley
Stan Pollock
Regina
Maple Creek
New Manitoba Education Plan Pledges School Aid in Morden
The Times reports Manitoba Legislature announcements by Education Minister Miller. A two thirds rise in secondary school operating grants, doubled teachers pensions, and municipal aid for new schools are promised. Fees for nonresident elementary and secondary students rise to 6.50 and 12.50 monthly, respectively.
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W. C. Miller
Morden
Telegram Hosts Ontario Editors Dinner At King Edward Hotel
The Telegram sponsored a dinner for visiting Ontario weekly newspaper editors at Toronto’s King Edward Hotel. The Fourth Estate gathering featured staff performances and a mix of philosophical and light moments as editors from daily and weekly papers celebrated the Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association convention.
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Toronto
The
Telegram
Tely
King Edward Hotel
Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association
Editorial warns Quebec liquor laws must curb teen access
The Newport Express editorial laments minors buying liquor in Quebec and urges strict enforcement of Quebec limits. It argues Vermont owners profit from loopholes and calls for accountability by parents and hotel staff, noting licenses and fines hinge on proof of sale. The piece stresses collective responsibility to prevent teen delinquency.
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Newport Express
Quebec
Vermont
United States
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Swift Current
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Eagle
Rosetown
the Mail
Drumheller
Aberta
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the Times
Morden, Manitoba
Goderich
Ont
the Journal
Stanstead, Quebec
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