Real Tom Sawyer Died Last Month
Thomas Sawyer Spivey, reputedly the inspiration for Mark Twain’s tales, died last month in Cincinnati after a yearlong illness. He was 62. As a boy in Shawneetown he sailed the Mississippi and later became an author and inventor of the modern fireproof safe. His widow recalls chats with Sam Clemens at the Waldorf in New York. Spivey’s writings spanned fiction politics and religion.
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Evolution of Riding Horses Through War and Work
The article traces horse breeds from Arabian origins to Spanish and French lines, noting William the Conqueror's invasion aided by superior mounts. It explains knights' armor driving heavier horses, imports by King John, Henry VIII breeding mandates, and gunpowder shifting aims toward war and later agriculture in the 18th century, ending with horses replacing oxen in plowing.
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Oyster Adage Holds Across Regions Says Expert
The old saying that oysters should be avoided in months without R is cited as reliable by R. W. S. Homans of the Prince Edward Island Weather Bureau. He explains warm U.S. waters reach 70 degrees in summer, causing spawning and rubbery meat, while Maritime Provinces oysters stay savory in May and June.
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Prince Hdward Island
Voice of the Press in Wartime Jabs and Maps
A compilation of editorial quips criticizing World War II era maps and leaders. The snippets lampoon Allied and Axis figures and suggest wartime anxieties shaping public discourse.
Realists Needed for Canada’s Heads of Affairs
The Farmer's Advocate urges honest courageous realism as the country seeks leadership. The editorial calls for practical, grounded governance and warns against speculation, aiming to steer public policy through pragmatic measures and clear-eyed judgement.
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Farmer’s Advocate
Aged Russian Farmer Claims 145 Years and Napoleonic Recall
The Chalham News reports a Russian farmer asserting a 145 year life and memory spanning Napoleon s 1812 Moscow retreat. He recalls past routines of public life and a simple islander fate in contrast to modern civilization s burdens. Calgary Albertan notes reflections on Crusoe and daily bread in civilization.
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The Long Valley by John Steinbeck review
Elizabeth Eedy surveys Steinbeck’s first short story collection The Long Valley, praising intimate Salinas Valley settings and a wide range from childhood studies to brutal nature clashes. The book’s vivid portrayals of peasants and farm life, plus its gift-book presentation, are highlighted. Toronto publisher and price noted.
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Dentists Urge Revival of Gold Toothpicks
Dr Isaac or Hirschfield of Columbia University told a dentists convention that a return to gold toothpicks worn on the chest could help prevent pyorrhea. He argued the old fashion would benefit dental health and promote better oral care.
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Isador Hirschfield
Columbia University
British MP Ropner Tours Canada Then Misses War Crisis
Colonel Leonard Ropner Conservative MP and forestry commissioner traveled a wide Canada tour through Vancouver and Queen Charlotte Islands from August 14 to October 6. He noted to London press that his party knew nothing of the international crisis until their return to a remote Indian settlement with a radio.
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Fascist Censorship Targets Popeye and Mickey Mouse
In Bologna last week the National Conference on Juvenile Literature ruled Italian children's comics must promote imperial spirit. Plans include transforming children papers and eliminating content that counters Italianism or racial pride. Popeye and Mickey Mouse previously popular in Italian outlets.
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Nels Linden Crowned Canadian Wheat King at Royal Winter Fair
Nels Linden of Wetaskiwin Alberta, age 69, won the Reward wheat sample at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto amid 130 plus exhibits to become Canada's wheat king, succeeding 1937 winner James Sebastian of Wembley. Linden farms 1000 acres and has long produced prize grain, with Sebastian also having claimed honors with Roward. Linden had earlier been named barley king at the Chicago International Grain Show in 1933 and won Alberta oats and Robertson Prize honors in seed production.
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Chicago
Christmas Tree Exports Surge From Ontario to U S
A 700000 tree export projection from Ontario highlights a growing Canada U S holiday trade. The piece notes nearly 1.2 million trees including domestic sales and unauthorized cutting in towns and cemeteries as part of the wider industry.
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Canada US trade pact cuts duties on cigarettes cosmetics and more
The agreement cuts the Canadian duty on American cigarettes from 4.10 to 8 per pound and reduces tariffs on canned foods electric washers refrigerators furniture leather boots and shoes. It also lowers duties on cosmetics perfumes and jewelry pleasing Canadian consumers.
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Average American motorist profile by the API
The American Petroleum Institute estimates the typical driver is 43 years old with a son and a daneler, earns 20 to 80 dollars weekly, owns a second hand car valued at 258 dollars, drives 8 500 miles yearly with a four or five year old car, uses 600 gallons of gas and 35 quarts of oil annually, and pays 59 99 dollars in annual car taxes. In Belfast Northern Ireland every resident is to be fitted for a gas mask annually.
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Modern Etiquette Q and A From Roberta Lee
A Q and A on social manners covers who pays for a wedding, dining etiquette at friends homes, favorite indoors and outdoor diversions, proper salutations with men, best hours for informal visits, and whether to leave food unfinished. Answers emphasize courtesy and balance in social life with quotes from Mrs Helen Wills Moody.
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