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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 16, 1931
Page
2
An Observant Man laments how courtesy vanishes behind a steering wheel noting drivers who would apologize for a dance misstep yet steal right of way on the road. He argues universal courtesy could reduce accidents and transform motoring into a safer, pleasanter experience.
William Shier a 48 year old resident of Gary Indiana who had spent two weeks with his mother in Newmarket Ontario was denied entry into the United States by U S immigration authorities. He is alleged to have entered illegally seven years ago at Portal North Dakota. Douglas Egyptian Liniment advertised as an effective leg wash for stock and claimed to remove coins in horses and relieve bruises sprains swelling and joint stiffness.
A columnist notes editors refer to themselves as we to imply many reporters are involved. The claim suggests the man displeased by the article would feel overwhelmed by the number of people behind it.
Daniel G. V. Laning of Philadelphia has built a noted live butterfly collection through years of study and breeding. He claims the specimens will land on his paper as he reads and remain still until he turns the page.
The 1931 census shows Japan’s birthrate rising rather than falling and the population increasing by about one million annually. Despite limited emigration, Japan seems set to shift from an agricultural base toward broader industrial development.
Mrs. J.F.T. of Montreal recalls fading draperies after packing. She dyed them a deeper green with Diamond Dyes, finding them easy to use and effective, restoring color without harming the fabric.
Ontario government outlines plans for relief camps in northern Ontario to build the Trans Canada Highway with 30 cents an hour for an eight hour day. Deductions cover board 80 cents daily and 50 cents monthly for medical services. Plan targets operation in October under Hon. William Finlayson. Provincial police available but no military methods.
A reminiscence recalls the 1893 Mediterranean disaster when the Victoria sank after colliding with the Camperdown. Earl Jellicoe, then a junior officer and feverish, was rescued and later served on another fleet flagship. Also promotes Dr Kellogg’s asthma remedy as a cure.
John Byers secretary of the council of Western Beef Producers says high quality Canadian cattle sent to Great Britain have sold on a par with Scottish home killed beef and at times replaced Irish imports.
A lifelike bronze statue of Thomas Hardy, by Eric Kennington, is unveiled in Dorchester. Sir James Barrie recalls Hardy's near-miss as a baby and praises the woman who saved him. The piece includes a note on worms and Miller's Worm powders, and reports July wool receipts for the Canadian Co-Operative Wool Growers with details on shipments and contracts from Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Mrs. Phoebe Omlie of Memphis Tennessee was declared winner of the transcontinental handicap derby from Santa Monica California after securing a large share of national air races honors. She captured the handicap prize and the women's division with 109.19 points, while D C Warren of Alameda California won the men's division with 103.5 points.
A historical note describes white as a royal color used at certain periods in Egypt's ancient history, highlighting its ceremonial and symbolic role for rulers.
Alberta ranchers seek permission to shoot bears in Waterton Lakes National Park amid cattle losses inside park boundaries. Ranchers report cattle killed and transported into the park before defenses could stop the depredations.
Mrs C of Leigh reports rapid relief after using Carter’s Little Liver Pills, promoted as all vegetable with tonic liver action. Claims to end constipation indigestion acidity headaches and poor complexion. Sold by druggists in 25c and 75c red packages.
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