Hulless Oats Trials in Laying Stock Reported
In Brandon 1925 trials hulless oats were tested with pullets. Weight gain differed between groups and egg yield showed little improvement. One group fed hulless oats produced 928 eggs while another laid 1182 eggs. Feed costs and profits varied, with common oats yielding higher profit. The report by superintendent Mr. M. Ming was cited as part of the Brandon Sugar 1925 annual findings.
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MM. J. Ming
Brandon Sucm
British Settlers in Canada Seen as a Conspicuous Success
Earl of Clarendon praises the British Selected Family Scheme after visiting 151 families across Canada. He notes thriving children and improved health among those recently arrived this spring and summer, with men working first year and wives tending to farm duties and stock. A Western oil plant expansion is also planned.
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Montreal
Earl of Clarendon
Canada
Great Britain
Lord Clarendon
Wrere
Infallible Linen Test Described in Historic Advice
A historical guide explains a test to distinguish real linen from imitations. It advises pulling a thread, holding the fabric upright, and observing thread motion as it dries. Clockwise rotation suggests not linen, while counterclockwise motion indicates linen. A water test is also described to judge fabric quality.
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Ctorer
Ember
French ministers mock fate with permanent rail pass
Andre Pease former minister of public works handed a Paris newspaper lobby crowd a souvenir from the Herriot ministry. He said despite the downfall he did not waste his time and displayed a permanent free pass enabling travel on all French railroads.
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Herriot
Andre Pease
Paris
Herriet Re
Wes
Population figures in Lovell's Montreal Directory 1926-27
The directory shows continued growth for Montreal and suburbs. Montreal proper is 52,875. suburbs 124,959. Greater Montreal 1,077,000. Last year estimates were Montreal proper 907,500. suburbs 120,500. Greater Montreal 1,028,669.
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Montreal
Lovell
Greater
Barker Aman Golf Course Quip With Wife
A Barker Aman round on a golf course ends in a bunker after forty seven shots. His wife quips that if he continues like this everyone will think he is working there.
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Aman
Oriental Farmers In British Columbia Survey
Officials in the British Columbia Department of Agriculture near completion of a survey to determine how many Orientals are engaged in farming in the province. The study aims to show Oriental penetration in agriculture and will be presented to the agricultural committee at the upcoming legislative session. Existing labor department figures cover industry generally, but farming specifics are not yet prepared.
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Department of Agriculture
Acertain
Department of Agriculture of
British Columbia
Agricultural Committee
Age of Discretion in Bus Hiring Ages 26 for London Drivers
The London General Omnibus Company states that a man must be 26 to be hired as a bus driver, with 24 as the age for conductor roles. The firm argues youths reach full responsibility between 24 and 26, and will not appoint drivers under 26 though 24-year-olds may fill conductor vacancies.
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London
London General Omnibus Company
Striking When the Head Is Hot Cays Men
A proverb warns that while acting decisively is good timing, many men strike while anger runs high. The saying cautions against impulse driven actions and urges temperate judgment before taking bold steps.
Family Budget Training for Women at Canadian Conference
Report from the Canadian Federation of Women triennial conference notes education for women in household management. Convener Mrs. H D Young stresses balancing traditional scholarship with feminine study tracks and training women as purchasing agents to manage family finances, warning of weak purchasing leaks.
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Canadian Federation of Women
H. D. Young
Saskatchewan Potatoes Survey Shows Strong Crop
A provincial survey by Saskatchewan's Department of Agriculture reports a slightly lower potato acreage this year 44 600 acres versus 45 000 in 1928 while crop quality remains very good across most regions.
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Saskatchewan
Department of Agriculture
Refining Capacity Increased at Coutts Plant
A second still was added to a Coutts Alberta refinery raising its crude processing to 2000 barrels daily. A new well 25 miles east near the international boundary taps wet gas with an estimated flow of 10 to 12 million cubic feet per day.
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Coutts
Alta
Cynic Reflection on World and Tears
A wry remark notes that a cynic is someone who laughs at the world yet holds tears in his eyes, capturing the tension between outward skepticism and inner sorrow.
Letting Go Trials Fortitude Across the Years
A reflective line on ease of taking things as they come versus the struggle to release attachments. It frames letting go as a test of a man’s fortitude and resolve.
United States Portrays General Road Information
A broad overview describes current road conditions and infrastructure details in the region. Officials emphasize safety, maintenance, and future improvement plans impacting drivers and local communities.
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United States
Big Rise in Canadian Immigration From U S in 1926 Period
Official figures from the Department of Immigration and Colonization show seven months of 1926 total immigration at 6 480 compared with 1 400 for the same period in 1925, a 68 percent increase. July immigration rose 99 percent to 26 227 with 5 293 from Britain, 2 187 from the United States, and 737 from other nations. Additionally 6 487 Canadians returning from the United States declared intent to permanently reside in Canada.
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Canada
Department of Immigration and Colonization
United States
Land Breaking Surges in Carrot River Valley Saskatchewan
New land breaking in the Carrot River valley Saskatchewan exceeds any year in the past decade with at least 50,000 acres to be added to cropland next year. An implement firm sold 110 tractors since last spring, of which 70 percent were paid in spot cash.
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Carrot River
Saskatchewan
Alberta Wheat Prospects Boosted by Department Report
The Provincial Department of Agriculture estimates Alberta wheat yield at 120 million bushels, up 18 million from last year, with 6.275 million acres sown, a 10 percent rise. Bumper crops noted in regions including Peace River.
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Alberta
Department of Agriculture
Peace River District
Canadians And The Empire Great Britain Will Never Forget
Lord Darling proclaims Canada owes nothing and everything at a Canadian Club luncheon. He cites Union Jack as justice shared with Canada and warns against removing the flag while praising Canada’s wartime aid and imperial ties. He asserts the Empire remains a resource for Canada in any need.
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Great Britain
Canada
Lord Darling
England
Russians plan moon mission in rocket like craft
The report from Moscow says Russian scientists intend a moon voyage in a rocket device carrying eleven people. Experts note the moon lacks atmosphere, and astronauts would face extreme temperatures and oxygen needs during the two week night and day cycles, making the trip hazardous.
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Moon
R. H. Goddard
Physical Laboratories
Clark University
Worcester
Mass
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Smithsonian Institution
Goddard
Prof. Goddard
Herr Oberth
Moscow
Quakes Alter Ocean Bed Two Miles Near St Helena
Scientists infer a wave of submarine movement across the Southern Atlantic after a cable ship notes the seabed near St Helena rose about two miles in twenty-five years. The find follows a repair near the St Helena Capetown line and links bed changes to earthquakes and ongoing ocean floor activity.
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St. Helena
Atlantic
St Helena
Capetown
Students of Oceanography
Inser
Agricultural wealth and wheat potential in Canada
Archibald, director of Dominion Experimental Farms, states agriculture accounts for about one third of Canada’s wealth. He suggests that with current 12 million acres of wheat, output could rise by ten bushels per acre. A stray line ends with a remark about a woman throwing a spear or rock.
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Canada
Archibald
Dominion Experimental Farms
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B. C
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Department of the Interior
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