Alberta awards five Master Farm Families for 1953
The Alberta Department of Agriculture named five Master Farm Families for 1953 led by Howard G. Hymas of Rosebud whose Grasswold Farm near Rosebud is debt free and diversified with 1300 acres under cultivation. The award includes $1000, an engraved plaque, and a name plate.
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Alberta
D. A. Ure
Alberta Department of Agriculture
Howard Hymas
Rosehaed
J. B. Lohr
Erskine
Phil Kryanberg
Baford
Eacn
Ure
Dominion Experimental Farms
Howard G. Hymas
Howard
Waller
Rosebud
Canada farm livestock up cattle sheep lambs as horses fall
Canada farm surveys show June 1 totals up for cattle and sheep and lambs from year ago. Cattle rise six percent to 9,713,600 with milk cows at 3,146,200 and other cattle at 6,567,400. Sheep and lambs climb nine percent to 1,721,300 while horses drop seven percent to 1,096,200.
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Bureau
Canada
Hymas Farm Uses Modern Machinery Across 1300 Acres
Mr Hymas farm employs modern equipment to cultivate 1300 acres with about half in crop and half in summerfallow. He rotates crops wheat barley oats and grass over four years and uses trash mulch to curb soil drift. The operation includes diesel tractors combines a D4 Caterpillar and several support buildings and tools.
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Mr. Hymas
Nebraska
Alberta
Rosebud
Howard
Walter
Howard Hymas
Calgary
Walker
Hymas
Coulee
Grasswold
I Have A Miss Is As Good As A Mile
A marathon runner explains to his coach that stopping to talk to a girl spectator cost him a full mile as his rivals moved ahead. The coach highlights the error of pausing during the race and the runner argues a miss is as good as a mile.
Saskatchewan born hair stylist plans dream salon
Saskatchewan born hair stylist Mac Neil plans a dream salon after a career that included styling for coronation attendees at Westminster Abbey and for Princess Marie of Croy. He trained in Regina and New York, toured Canadian salons, and aims to own a top Canadian beauty salon, even if it means waiting to collect life insurance.
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Duchess of Argyll
Bute
Lothian
Sondes
Feversham
Joan Greenwood
Elizabeth Sellars
Margaret Johnson
Yvonne Arnaud
Westminster Abbey
MacNeil
T. C. Douglas
William Patterson
Saskatchewan
Mier
E C. Leslie
University of Sas
Katchewan
Mariel of Croy
Abernethy, Sask
New York Institute
Canada
London
Antoine
Mac Neil
Scotland
Hebrides
Vancouver
Barra
United States
Regina
Crabs Hint at Hidden Manganese Treasure at Naas River
In British Columbia, crabs from the Naas River mouth carried a black substance later found to be nearly 24 percent manganese. The substance was scraped off by researchers, suggesting the crabs absorbed manganese from the river bottom. The discovery ties into provincial plans to reserve manganese and iron for home industry, with claims likely to be affected.
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Vancouver
Naas River
British Columbia
Pacific Fisheries Experimental Station
D. R. Idler
R. A. MacLeod
Jin
Oddities In The News From Across The Globe
HATTIESBURG Mississippi Wilmer Dosset regained his sense of smell 15 years after a sinus seizure when biting a spring onion. NORWICH Ontario Fire chief Basil Baines saved a tiny hoot owl, now aiding his home against flies and vermin. RYDE England a man attempting to change a mutilated one pound note withdrew after being asked for the original signature damaged by a mouse.
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Hattiesburg, Miss
Norwich
Ont
Basil Baines
Baines
Ryde
Eng
Tips for furniture polish and plant care
Advice on adding a teaspoon of vinegar to furniture polish for a better finish and frequently cultivating potted plants. Suggests loosening soil with an old fork to aerate roots and recommends removing wrist watches during sports to protect delicate springs. ends with a tip on washing mirrors.
Hallowe'en Celebrations Across Canada Amid Warnings of Vandalism
Across Canada organized events aim to keep children entertained while reducing mischief on Halloween. Police chiefs from coast to coast warn against vandalism though celebrations feature costumes, candy and gatherings. The piece traces Halloween origins from early Roman and Druid rituals to modern urban boosterism and household doorways ready with treats for visiting children.
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Hallowe'en
Canada
Newfoundland
British Columbia
Vancouver
Police Commission
Gregory III
Saman
Ireland
Scotland
England
Hallowe’en
Gems of Thought: Reflections on Law and Liberty
A compact collection of quotes from Mary Baker Eddy William Pitt Josiah G Holland Lincoln and Blackstone on law tyranny liberty and moral sentiment. The excerpts link law to divine order individual rights and civic safety while warning that overreach breeds oppression.
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Josiah G. Holland
Blackstone
God
James Otis
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Rosebud Community Hall Association
Drumheller Agricultural Society
Rockyford
Calgary Board of Trade Rosebud Home and School Association
Standard Masonic Lodge
Rosebud United Church
Robert
University of Alberta
Isle OF
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Holbeach
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Wadena
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Mary Baker Eddy
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Lincoln
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