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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 20, 1955
Page
4
A historical advisory emphasizes preventing farm accidents through safe tractor use, proper maintenance, and protective measures. It covers tractor storage, worn parts, shields, clothing, lighting for road use, motor vehicle safety, and fire hazards from home construction and lighting. It warns against risks from animals, especially bulls, falls on stairs, and poor housekeeping on farms.
J G Cowan deputy minister announces a new oil field named Maples in Township 10 Range 26 West adjacent to Virden Roselea. Eleven wells already producing with two more nearing completion. August province oil production hits 13 554 barrels daily, total 420 180 barrels. cumulative near 514 million.
Canadian Armed Forces postal authorities announce a new mailing address system for troops in the Far East now using U S Army Post Office facilities. Letters to Japan and Korea will include soldier number rank name unit and AP0 number with San Francisco as the general address. Surface mail five cents first ounce plus three cents each extra. parcel post fifteen cents per pound up to ten pounds. Customs Form 91B required. parcels not insurable.
The industry expands rapidly with canned vegetables rising from 6.75 to 12.87 million cases between 1984 and 1954. Canned fruits grow from 0.59 to 4.52 million cases in the same period. Frozen products surge from zero in 1984 to 16.92 million pounds of fruit and 1.78 million pounds of vegetables by 1954.
Instructions for broiling steaks specify thickness and preparation. Thinner cuts should be pan broiled, edges slit to prevent curling, and racks used so portions elevate from the broiler. Follow manufacturer directions and season with salt and pepper before flipping and finishing.
Six young Hamilton men plan a two year voyage around the world aboard the converted Dutch fishing vessel Wooden Shoe. Jack Offield and Mel Smith own the ship and will sail from Hamilton with four crew members in August. The crew includes Geoffrey Lascelles, Bob Adams, Richard Scott, and Van Opheikens. They expect to finance the trip after clearing customs duties were lifted in Ottawa since the ship will not be used in Canada.
Prosecutor Kurt Perssom describes the suspect as a frequent beer drinker, claiming he drinks four to five dozen bottles daily. The unusual remark underscores the motive and behavior in the embezzlement case on the street.
Relman Morin reports from experience about heart attacks and the limits of science. While mechanics of coronary thrombosis are known, the deep cause remains obscure as researchers question life pace, obesity, heredity, hormones, and cholesterol's role, noting diet's potential impact.
A set of practical tips describes dipping screw tips in petroleum jelly to ease driving and reduce rust. It also suggests using a soft drink carton to store baby bottles in the refrigerator and rubber tile flooring for a quiet, clean nursery.
About 60 to 65 countries including Canada will attend the United Nations conference on the International Wheat Agreement in Geneva this month. Critical price and quota issues are likely postponed to a February meeting while the forum will discuss general principles. Observers say Britain’s absence weakens the pact and a world wheat surplus looms with large stocks in the United States Canada and Australia.
Smithsonian reports discovery of tiny planarian worms in Alaska suggesting land masses of Asia and North America were once connected. Dr. Doman Kenk notes planarians crossed ice age Siberia Alaska, implying Alaska lay ice free then. Planarians are primitive animals that can regrow from fragments and capture prey with their slimy bodies.
A collection of observations argues men dominate London top designers while female creators face limits. It cites a French figure shortage, Paris can can dancers and follies trends, then shifts to drinkers by occupation and household patterns at parties. It links naval safety at sea to advanced tech and ends with a horse racing term Bill Daly and Father Bull.
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