World Happenings Briskly Covered In Brief Excerpts
A petition by 1 841 Australian aborigines asks for parliamentary representation and measures to prevent extinction. Diabetes treatment may shift to insulin tablets, foreseen by NAS Rochester. Britain claims lead in rapid aircraft production over Europe. A Waterloo Ontario hen pen wins the Canadian egg laying contest with 2 695 eggs in 865 days. King Farouk’s wedding set for January 6 to an Egyptian judge’s daughter. he is 18. Rich Kimberley lime deposits now mined. 30 Europeans and 400 natives operate a plant costing 875 000 dollars. Four radio engineers broadcast from a submerged submarine R 14. signals reach New London 10 miles away. U K cattle demand rises due to a fat cattle bonus in effect since August. Canada's Paris pavilion fur exhibit awarded Grand Prix d Honneur.
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Joseph Lyons
National Academy of Sciences
Rochester
N.Y
London Daily Herald
Labor
Great Britain
Germany
Rhode Island
C. J. Henrich
Waterloo
Ont
Farouk
Egypt
Kimberley
South Africa
Department of Agriculture
United Kingdom
Department of Trade and Commerce
Chicago psychologist argues words reveal insecurity
Dr. Nita Mieth, chair of the Chicago Association of Individual Psychology, says children who call peers "sissy" or "gypsy" are exposing their own insecurity and sense of inferiority rather than the target’s.
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Jeel
Sissy
Sonny
Nita Mieth
Chicago Association of Individual Psychology
Women and Librarians Read Between the Lines
A remark about women and librarians reading more than men, suggesting women have a stronger talent for interpreting hidden meaning, while noting the claim may be uncertain.
Sanctuary for Boys and Birds at Jack Miner Sanctuary
Condensed from Forest and Outdoors, this reminiscence highlights Jack Miner of Kingsville Ontario as a pioneer in bird sanctuaries and bird banding. It celebrates his park for youth, his charity to underprivileged children, and the Lions Club sponsored annual picnic with doves feeding at day's end.
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Jack Miner
Kingsville
Ontario
America
Cobb
Lions Club
Canada
John W. Piggott
Forest and Outdoors
Education Over the Air Shifts in Radio Tastes 1927–1935
The New York Times notes a study by Frank Ernest Hill for the American Association for Adult Education. It shows light entertainment rose from 45 percent in 1927 to 60 percent by 1935, while serious entertainment fell from 50 percent to 25 percent and special features increased to 15 percent. Hill suggests education may regain ground after 1935.
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Radio Public
Frank Ernest Hill
American Association For Adult Education
Hill
New York Times
Mineral production surge in Turkey reported
Turkish mineral output rises quickly with analysts citing strong growth across sectors. Officials note higher export demand improving trade balance while industry groups warn of rising input costs and environmental considerations.
Gay shirtwaist frock proves a boon for beginners
Anne Adams promotes Pattern 4585 a simple, stylish shirtwaist dress suited for campus or office. The design features a jaunty collar, bodice panels, and optional sleeve lengths with a pleated skirt. Available in misses and women sizes, with fabric guidance and illustrated steps. order to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Winnipeg Newspaper Union.
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Anne Adam
Anne Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Sunday School Lesson on Colossians 3 1 17
The article presents a Sunday school lesson on Colossians 3 1 17 with focus on new life in Christ and eternal values. It notes Paul’s purpose in writing to the church at Colosse and outlines attitudes to adopt, including compassion humility forgiveness and love. It cites Dodd and Moffatt translations and ends with a poetry excerpt by Tennyson.
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Colossans
Paul
Colosse
Phrygia
Asia Minor
Christ
C. H. Dodd
Jesus
God the Father
Moffatt
Quaker business legends noted in world conference
Pearson's Weekly recalls the Society of Friends known as Quakers and highlights their influence in industry. Barclays Lloyds Cadbury Rowntrees Frys Jacobs Colmans Huntley Palmer's and more are cited as Quaker founders. The piece mentions a 1920 London conference and a recent Philadelphia meeting with Barrow Cadbury, Geradine Cadbury and Joan Fry in attendance.
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George Fox
England
Society of Friends
Barclays and
Lloyds Bank
Colman’s Mustard
Huntley & Palmer's
Jacobs’ Biscuits
Cadburys
Frys and Rowntrees
Britain
London
Philadelphia
Barrow Cadbury
Geraldine
Joan Fry
Bristol
B. Seebohm Rowntree
Wasting Fruit And Market Control Critique
A Kamloops Sentinel letter laments high fruit prices and unsold Wealthy apples in the Okanagan. The writer urges lower grade fruit and surplus produce to be sold locally, proposing cheap crates and simple markets to aid consumers on low incomes. He praises market control that serves the greatest good for the greatest number.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okanagan
Kamloops
The Best Is Yet To Be Eyes Front
A forward looking motivational message proclaims better times ahead for Canadians and the world as effort and peace bring happiness and prosperity, urging sensible living and work to shape a brighter future.
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Canada
Quack Remedies Versus Real Cancer Cures
A critique of fraudulent cancer cures and the harm they cause. Quack potions include sorrel and molasses as well as tartar emetic and arsenic, with various delivery methods. The writer urges knowledge and early rational treatment, noting delays worsen outcomes and that even educated people pursue false cures.
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Ontario Royal Commission On Cancer
Readers urged to obtain Dr McCullough cancer articles
Editorial note invites readers to request the complete Dr McCullough cancer articles by writing to The Health League of Canada at 105 Bond St Toronto Ontario.
Mud Dredge To Raise Georgetown Level With Recovered Mud
Demerara River mud, long used for dredging, will be repurposed to raise Georgetown above sea level. Experiments in England showed the grey mud can be used for paving bricks and building bricks, offering a practical construction material.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demerara
Georgetown
England
House ferns thrive in partial shade
The note explains that ferns kept indoors grow best when placed in partial shade. It emphasizes avoiding full sun and suggests indirect light to maintain healthy foliage.
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Goden
Vogue
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Bartlett Reef
New London
Conn
Navy
Turkey
Tennyson
The
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