Rare successful eye lid operation on infant
An illustrated Eye Ear Nose and Throat Monthly article by Dr W B Rideter describes a rare successful procedure for spastic entropion of the upper eyelid in a newborn from Yorkton Saskatchewan. The operation on the infant left only a fine scar and is presented with pre and post operative illustrations and detailed steps for future similar cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Rideter
Dens. Fcs
Yorkton
Nose and Throat Monthly
Ridschel
Ridsder
Yorkton, Sask
Natural gas brings convenient warmth in cool times
On a cool damp weekend, residents enjoyed ready heat from natural gas in homes and offices. The system provided instant warmth without wood, ashes, or coal, regulating temperature efficiently and avoiding overheating. Delburne Times, August 8, 1957.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delburne Times
Delburne, Alta
Livingstone's Body Carried Across Africa to England
The article notes that David Livingstone's remains were transported through Africa for ten months with the intent to bury him in England, highlighting the arduous journey after his death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Livingstone
Africa
England
Home Town Hearts and Small Town News Across Canada
A nostalgia filled recap of Canada’s small towns. The piece celebrates community spirit, personal triumphs over disability, family ties, local contests, and humorous anecdotes from Alberta to Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It highlights individuals like Thelma Hume, Guy Price, and local clubs, along with anniversaries, farming quirks, and a weekly question from Arcola.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Innisfail
Alberta
Canada
Grandview Exponent
Stilf
Thelma Hume
Flin Flon
Man
CFAR
Mr. E
Wadena
I. A. Wick
Maggie
Sharon Norman
Foam Lake
Sask
Watrous Manitou, Sask
Bob Kitchen
Bob
Lemans Gazette
Eric Potts
Raymore
CWNA Holds 38th Annual Convention in Banff
The Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association meets September 9 to 11 in Banff Alberta with delegates from coast to coast. Members discuss rising costs wages and material shortages while planning improvements for the industry and wider public service. The event, dubbed Canada’s Biggest Family Party, includes families of publishers and editors attending social and business sessions. The Witness Sask September 5 1957.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Banff
Alberta
Newfoundland
Vancouver Island
Canada
CWNA
Watson
4 H Leader Leaves for Further Study in Agriculture
J. Frank Muirhead, supervisor of 4 H Clubs in Manitoba, departs September 15 for the University of Wisconsin to pursue a master's in agriculture extension. Minister Shuttleworth says the leave aligns with policy to maintain a highly trained farm-service staff. Muirhead, a University of Manitoba graduate, has guided Manitoba’s 4 H program for five and a half years as it expanded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
J. Frank Muirhead
University of Wisconsin
Cui Shuttleworth
Muirhead
University of Manitoba
Manitoba
Man Reforms After Weeks of Change
The report notes a man’s progress across weeks as he eliminates gambling in week three and stops making paper dolls in week four, marking a pattern of behavioral change.
Folding home workshop patterns offer multiple tables
A 40 cent packet includes a high stand with removable TV tray and an adjustable serving top, plus a folding coffee table, mend ing stand, and drying rack. Pattern 268 covers these items while packet 26 adds four other tables for 1.75. Additional orders under 1 require a 10 cent service charge.
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Ing
Mandarin Dialect Tones Explain Meaning in Speaking
In Mandarin the most spoken Chinese dialect uses four tones that change word meaning. Tones guide pronunciation and differentiate otherwise identical syllables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mandarin
China
Storage chest headboard with removable trays and bins
Portable storage chest doubles as a headboard for a box spring and bed legs. It fits under 12 inches at the head, with removable linen trays and two large blanket bins. Front panel drops for inside access without moving items. Weekend project with square-cut pieces. patterns 40c each, mailed within 24 hours. Send orders to Home Workshop Patterns Department P.P.L. Vancouver B C.
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Dodd
Poplps
Britain
Toronto
United Kingdom
CBC
Claresholm
Alta
Guy Price
Calgary
Karl Metzger
Craigmyle
Dave Hannah
Sentinel
Wilkie Press
Archie Moore
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Weekly Newspaper Association
Regina
Irwin McIntosh
North Battleford News-Optimist
Cameron McIntosh
McIntosh
Sterling King
The
Estevan Mercury
Andrew King
Association
Brooks Bulletin
Herb Tweed
Brooks
Herb
Tweed
Lew
Lanigan
Neepawa
Leo Hikoski
Polonia
Poland
S. R. Root
Emerson
Chris Johnson
Parry District
Thomas Harris
Red Deer
W. B. Jones
North Battleford
Modest Parenteau
Wakaw
J. F. Fumerton
Glenboro
Winnipeg
Kelowna
B.C
Watson Witness
Long Lake
F. Dunand
St. Hubert
Andrew F. Reed
Hughton
David Lawson
Miami
Mary Stephens
Carberry
J. H. Connell
Gladys District
S. Furneaux
Harroby
H. Humphrey
Nokomis
Catherine Winter
Maymont
W. H. Woods
Rimbey
Sarah Beeley
Lacombe
Lillian Burton
Arcola
Coaldale
Smith
H. A. Smith
Lloyd Smith
Gregory Smith
ITV
Royalty
Eldorado
Imperial
Ermerson Radio OF Canada Limited
Trenton Ave
Town of
Mt. Royel, Que
Erson
Jio
Department P.P.L
Lth
Vancouver
Fleischmann
Fleischmann’s
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