Scientists Invent Treatment For Gas Gangrene
Two Queen's University doctors G B Reed and J H Orr report a new treatment for gas gangrene that reduced mortality in infected guinea pigs. Sulphanilamide and sulphapyridine helped, with sulphathiazole most effective, findings published in Lancet. Hygeia notes brighter cancer outlook due to ongoing research and education.
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Queen’s University At
Kingston, Ont
G. B. Reed
J. H. Orr
Lancet
Prevention of Diabetes by Early Insulin Therapy
A report to the U S Academy of Sciences in Philadelphia describes a diabetes prevention method using early insulin dosing after detecting the disease in its initial stage. Critics note it contrasts with standard practice of sugar restriction before insulin.
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U. S. Academy of Sciences
Philadelphia
Prisoner Pleads Alibi Over Ducks in Court
A trial over duck thefts opens with counsel arguing lack of proof that prosecutors lost ducks and that ducks found at the cottage aren t those of the prosecutor. The prisoner then says he wishes he d never seen the darned ducks before the judge.
Practical etiquette Q A snippets from a column
A set of etiquette questions and punchy answers on weddings office attire school favors club guest cards and introductions. Topics include bridesmaid numbers eye makeup office propriety introductions in theaters and luncheon first courses with examples and guidance.
Canadian National Railways Revenues Rise in 1941 Week
The gross revenues for the all inclusive Canadian National Railways for the week ending June 14, 1941 were $5,864,076, up from $5,467,110 the prior year, an increase of $396,966 or 7.3 percent. The text also quotes a remark by Somerset Maugham on future English evening dress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian National Railways
How Can I Make Practical Household Dishes
A reader asks for simple home fixes and recipes. Tips include making metal polish from cigar ashes and bicarbonate of soda, preparing a fruit sandwich with mayo and pineapple, and removing sediment from a vinegar cruet with ammonia. Also covered are jar potpourri methods and orange peeling tricks. A brief news item notes a propane supply contract and looming heating concerns in Hamilton, with production to continue for at least a year.
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Kingsville
Dominion Company
Montreal
Hamilton
Crozier
Windsor- Chatham
Quints to Begin English Education in Ontario
Dr. G F Rogers deputy minister of education for Ontario says the Dionne quintuplets will start English lessons soon. The change follows a lodge inquiry on whether their education meets legal requirements. Currently taught only French to build a strong mother tongue base.
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G. F. Rogers
Ontario
Grand Orange Lodge of
Ontario West
Lodge
Canada Wheat Crag 325 Million Bushels and Outlook
Nat G. Murray of Jackson and Curtis, Chicago, discusses a Canadian wheat projection. He cites an average yield of 15 bushels per acre over 2,655,000 acres, forecasting about 825 million bushels produced, roughly exceeding domestic needs and normal exports. He comments on the prospects and implications of this national wheat outlook.
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Nat G. Murray
Jackson and Curtis
Chicagéy
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Elgin
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Jarvis St
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