Royal visit to Canada unites nation amid Commonwealth ties
Reports of Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Milsburgh touring Canada dominated media and public talk. The trip underscored Canada’s independence within the Commonwealth while maintaining strong ties to Great Britain and the Royer Family’s enduring interest. The tour’s reception highlighted unity as Royal visitors were warmly welcomed nationwide.
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Canadians Learn From Royal Visit Across Nation
The royal visit broadened Canadian awareness as Kapuskasing in Northern Ontario is described as a modern growing community with a key economy and Nanaimo on Vancouver Island appears vivid to visitors. School children greet the royal couple amid coastal reception and regional district tours.
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A Symbol of Unity in Canadian Royal Tour
Broadcasts from the prairies united people east and west who had not visited the region. The welcome to Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh highlighted Canada's vast reach and local esteem. The Royal Visit reaffirmed the Crown as a unifying symbol across the British Empire and a force for shared purpose.
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Canada
Moose Jaw Horse Auction Sets Higher Prices This Year
The 29th Moose Jaw stock yards sale saw 153 horses sold at an average between 60 and 70 dollars. A roan gelding owned by George Radatzge of Moose Jaw sold to B H Moore of Drinkwater for 145 dollars, the top price. Red Kare of Winnipeg paid 240 dollars for a team of sorrels owned by George McKenzie of Belbeck. Auctioneer Laurie Drackett cited horse scarcity and broad farmer participation as drivers behind the high bids as horses are used for transport on muddy rural roads and meat demand rises.
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Winnipeg
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Laurie Drackett
Uncooked Fowl Barred in Parcels to Britain
Canadians sending Christmas food parcels to Britain were urged to avoid including uncooked poultry unless fully cooked. The British Agriculture Ministry announced an order prohibiting import of raw poultry carcasses from Canada Holland and Jersey as a precaution against fowl pest.
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Kunny and Otherwise Jokes and Q and A Laugh Line
A collection of jokes and puns from a style of amusement column includes quips about jockeys, romantic hints, fashion, weathered Irish humor, a comic miscommunication with a teacher and child, a tailor joke about bills, and a Sunday school quip about private acts. The snippets showcase light domestic banter and punchlines.
National League Hockey Notes Highlight Hat Trick by Curry
Montreal star Floyd Curry tallies three goals in the second period during a royal visit game in Montreal. Other items note Reg Sinclair as a top Ranger scorer and Oscar Delvecchio as a premier Red Wings prospect joining after a strong junior season. Also mentions large caravan camel counts.
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Ice safety tips from Red Cross warn to break toward shore
The Red Cross urges skaters to avoid scrambling to their feet when ice breaks. If alone, they should break toward solid ice, kick to lift legs, and roll to safety. Use a reaching aid to help others. form a human chain if rescuers are unavailable.
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Gardiner Sees Need to Alter Seeding and Harvesting
Agriculture Minister Gardiner told the commons that farmers may need to change seeding and harvesting methods to avoid snow cover on crops. He noted Marquis wheat years ago and cites late seeding caused by heavy equipment as a factor. industry is developing gear to seed earlier and mitigate fields frozen or snowbound.
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Gardiner
Commons
Dramatic Dermatitis Relief Ad Promises Fast Itch Cure
An old ad touts D. D. D Prescription for eczema pimples and rashes with a trial bottle for 43 cents. It claims cooling relief speeds comfort from intense itching and offers a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. The copy targets common skin troubles and urges readers to ask their druggist for the product.
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Montreal is No 1 City in 1951 Canadian census
Ottawa reports population rankings for 14 major Canadian cities based on the 1951 census with 1941 figures in brackets. Montreal leads with 1,370,044 residents, followed by Toronto 1,108,532. Vancouver 524,339. Winnipeg 350,924. Ottawa 278,078. Quebec 271,236. Hamilton 258,572. Edmonton 172,112. Windsor 156,868. Calgary 136,719. Halifax 132,074. London 120,991. Victoria 103,199. Saint John 77,385.
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Manitoba Lady Curlers To Play Provincial Tourney
Manitoba's first ladies provincial curling championships to be staged with two districts to be chosen later. Plans mirror Saskatchewan and Alberta events and aim toward Western Canada championships with teams from four provinces.
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Habit Wife Did Not Want Broken Habit
Detroit story reports a man nicknamed for one-armed driving was freed in court after his wife explained the arm around her was a long standing habit. Police cited Robert Mason driving Sept 12 with his arm around a woman. Traffic referee Rollin D. Shull dismissed the case after Mrs Annie Mason confirmed their five year marriage and its harmony.
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Alberta girl makes history as president of farm club
Dana Merkeberg an 18 year old from Markerville Alberta was elected president of the Boys and Girls farm club the first girl to hold the post in 21 years The event coincided with National Club Week at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto Delegates included 63 boys and 55 girls from across Canada Other notable participants included Frank Duizer who spoke and judged cattle Gail Haight one of six siblings in Saskatchewan milking cows since age six and aiming to apply her cattle knowledge Jill Pickering and Marie Cullen the first Vancouver Island entry as dairy cattle experts joined the gathering
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Mask Wearing Custom Roots in Italian Costume Balls
The custom of wearing masks at costume balls originated in Italy, where masquerade balls became a social tradition. The practice spread to other regions, influencing fashion and festive celebrations across Europe.
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