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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 07, 1925
Page
4
A pamphlet from Ottawa outlines sweet clover use in prairie farming to maintain soil fertility and control pests. It details three year and five year rotations combining fallow wheat with sweet clover, pasture ploughing, and forage crops to maximize legume benefits and stock farm adaptability.
The text claims ancient India used a form of broadcasting via stone pillar edicts under Emperor Asoka. It says he inscribed principles on 1500 pillars across the empire, aiming to improve subjects. Only six pillars survive today at Dbethi Lauriya Allahabad and Sanochi.
A long standing village auction occurs every 21 years at Chedzoy near Bridgewater England. The sale follows a candle burning ritual with the bidder who wins as the candle is consumed. Proceeds go to repairs for the village church and are managed by the rector and churchwardens.
Dr A L Gaylord of Washington NJ says a horse named Oh BAL may be the eldest living in the country possibly the world. The owner is Harmony township farmer John Sewdar who provided papers recording Old Rif’s birth in 196%. The horse performs standard farm work and remains in good condition despite long life.
A Norwich bench dealt with a case where Mr Musgrave, eldest son of Sir Richard Musgrave, sent a letter complaining of insult by an inspector and demanding proper title. The mayor read the missive aloud, calling his behavior absurd, and the court fined him 10 shillings with 10 shillings costs for obstructing proceedings.
During the Great War Zeppelins and British airships faced heavy damage yet proved endurance and resilience. Some vessels returned safely despite severe injuries, while others, like B-33, crossed the Atlantic and back. The article argues continued engineering lessons will contribute to ultimate victory.
The story marks the 105th anniversary of Laura Secord birth on Sunday September 18. A Canadian heroine of Beaver Dams in the War of 1812, she risked her life to carry a vital message through danger to Cal Fitzgibbon of Canadian forces, helping frustrate the enemy. A monument at Queenston Heights is among commemorations honoring her heroism.
Captain Victor Cazalet M C and parliamentary secretary Sir Philip Cunlidge Lister make a tour of the Leowinde to assess true conditions in Canada today. The pair travel amid inquiries into economic and social state, meeting local officials and observing regional issues.
The 127 ecuraia bio diamond, touted as the world's largest, has been transported to New York. Officials emphasize its size and potential for public exhibit and scientific study.
The text traces the origin of aniline dye linked to a great battle between France and Austria about 146 years ago. It notes Sir W. H. Perkins identifying the year 1458 and founding the modern coal tar dye industry, with a 1900 jubilee claiming seven distinct coloring matters from coal tarlike products, and the first dye mauve named after his effort.
The article recounts a 19th century New York figure named Maria of African descent whose frequent arrests led police to transport her in a wagon. The term Black Maria's carriage reportedly arose from these repeated seizures and the reuse of the van for prisoners.
Queen Mary has adopted a distinctive private notepaper featuring her favorite Palace Gardens corner etching. Mrs Burner-Wheatley formerly a maid of honor to the Queen sent flowers, and the Queen replied on the new ragged-edged paper with the corner design.
In 1914 France urged the United States to “Come across” and took its time. In 1925 Uncle Sam echoed the request, and a response followed. The pattern reflects that every American president has departed office in poorer health than at inauguration.
The three prairie provinces Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba produced about 56 000 900 pounds of creamery butter with several million pounds exported to Great Britain and Japan and China. Outlook predicts output could reach 100 000 000 pounds annually in five to ten years. Vancouver hubs now handle significant western shipments to London and Edmonton direct shipments of 140 000 pounds via Vancouver to the London market received positive British reception.
Seven Jersey heifers from the Island of Jersey arrived in the Fraser Valley British Columbia and are at the David Spencer holding at Port Haney. They were bought by Colonel Victor Spencer head of the Vancouver store farm department during a Europe trip. One animal was exhibited at the New Westminster provincial exhibition.
England marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Richard Doddridge Blackmore author of Lorna Doone. Blackmore died in 1900, a century after his birth is celebrated with tributes and reflections on his work.
Miss Marian Osborne of Derbyshire dies at 90 in the house where she was born and had never spent a night away from home, marking a lifelong attachment to her birthplace.
The article notes the omnibus origin from the stage coach era and marks milestones from Nantes in 1825 to London developments. It mentions Mr Shillbeer expanding a Paris coach line to London in 1929 with a Paddington to Bank route and roof-seat trend, and the London General Omnibus Company formation in 1865 with 580 buses.
Corra Harris asserts writing is more than talent and effort alone. She argues that clear language requires intense work and a life rich in knowledge, thought, feeling, imagination, and experience to create meaningful writing.
The Winnipeg war memorial committee invites designs for a proposed cenotaph. All British subjects in the Dominion may enter, with the contest closing December 5, 1926. A prize of about $500 awaits the winning entry. Also noted is a scientific fact that freezing salt water is four degrees below freezing fresh water.
Western Canada sees a surge of winter travel to Great Britain and continental Europe as CN officials anticipate heavier overseas traffic. Special trains to ships’ side and agent ticketing will be arranged from western points to Montreal and Halifax, with rates and sailings to be announced. Photographs depict Edinburgh Castle Shakespeare's Birthplace and a great ocean liner.
The piece notes large profits from tourism into Canada and the heavy demand for road maps showing Canada US routes. It cites Pittsfield Massachusetts as an example and cites estimates that Canada’s tourist trade could reach billions, arguing the interior department should promote Canada’s recreational assets to attract foreign visitors.
London Mail notes the King dislikes fishing and rarely uses a rod. The Prince of Wales shares the sentiment, calling angling slow, with Balmoral lochs yielding few but sizable trout in autumn. The Balmoral keepers once hoped for a fisherman, but recent years show no interest from the princes.
The installment system tempts families to overspend they cannot afford. The nation enjoys a high living standard now but pride is not always justified. Luxuries exceed the monetary price and affect household finances. Louisville Courier Journal notes caution about material excess.
The 1924 hop yield in British Columbia totaled 13 225 pounds valued at 317 519 dollars, with 999 804 pounds produced in an unspecified context and worth 399 922 dollars. Production in Canada is confined to this province according to the provincial department of agriculture report for 1923.
Examination of 200 barn owl pellets revealed 225 meadow mice 179 house mice 3 shrews and 1 bird. The study shows owls digest prey by regurgitating indigestible parts as pellets.
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