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Newspaper

Rivers Gazette

Location

Rivers, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Aug 16, 1928

Page

2

World Happenings Briefly Told

Announcement by the Minister of National Revenue Hon W D Euler of the impending effect of the Canada Latvia trade treaty. British government to establish agricultural schools for coal miner peasants preparing to migrate to free land. Lord Sailsham leads nineteen Westminster delegates on a trans Canada tour of the British Empire parliamentary association. New York Central Railroad plans with Canadian Pacific to create air mail routes Minneapolis St Paul Winnipeg via Duluth. Amelia Earhart sends 1400 to Commander Byrd for the Byrd Antarctic expedition. Family of Alfred Lowenstein seeks permission to sue for poisoning amid suspected contamination. Sir Austen Chamberlain reports British French compromise on naval disarmament to powers and a conference. Commission to study Manitoba natural resources return to province named. Obituary: M Bow man of Waterloo Ontario former editor and Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association leader dies after long illness.

Tade National Revenue W. D. Euler Canada Haltic Republic Latvia Lord Sailsham Great Britain Westminster Tirgish Empire New York Central Railroad Canadian Pacific Railway Minneapolis St. Paul Winnipeg Duluth Amelia Earhart Atlantic Ocean Richard F. Byrd Alfred Lowenstein Persn Lowenstein Austen Chamberlain House of Commons France Cabinet Council Manitoba Turgeon Saskatchewan Court of Appeal T. A Rerar M. Bowman Waterloo Oar Hal B. Donly The Simcoe Reformer Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association Dominion

Modernizing E P Ranch for Prince of Wales

The E P ranch of H R H the Prince of Wales has been electrified with two large electric plants powering multiple buildings forming a small city. Two electric residence water systems were installed to provide drinking water so that kerosene lamps and pumping water are rare on the ranch house, as in London.

H.R.H Prince of Wales E.P London

Stabilizing Easter Bill Faces Delay Awaiting Pact

The measure to fix Easter in Great Britain and Northern Ireland has only third reading in the Lords and awaits an international agreement before taking effect. It sets Faster on the Sunday after the second Saturday in April rather than lunar phases. Princess Macha founded an early hospital in Treland around 200 B.C. Dead ones! Sondagenisse Sirix Stockholm.

Great Britain Northern Ireland House of Lords

Farmland Tours and Cambridge Visit Highlight Historic Colleges

The group tours Cambridge University colleges including King's and Caius, with visits to the Animal Nutrition Institute, Plant Breeding Institute, and Forestry Section. They meet Vice-Chancellors and Sir Ernest Rutherford, tour Chivers & Sons in Histon, and observe farm production, dairy herds, and jam factory efficiency.

London Cambridge Waltham Cross Ity Abbey Harold Chethunt Epping Forest Royal Game Creative Learning King's College Cherch Calux College Dr. Weeks Caius Ernest Rutherford McGill University Animal Nutrition Institute T. B. Wood Chemical Section Institute R. H. Biffen Plant Breeding Institute Canada William Hardy University Arms Hotel Chivers & Sons, Ltd Histon Chivers Bradford England Chivyers Histon Dairy

Little Barn Jam Tasting From Chivers Firm Visit

A visiting group toured the little barn still standing used for the first boiling and were hosted in the dining hall by Mr. J. R. Chivers and Mr. W. B. Chivers. They shared history of the firm and presented each guest with two tiny jam jars. The jars resemble those made for the Queen, Doll's House at Wembley 1921. The scene offered practical lessons in farm product marketing and farming overall.

J. R. Chivers W. B. Chivers

English Pheasants Sought in Saskatchewan Districts

An effort is underway in the Alsask and Laverna districts of Saskatchewan to raise English ring necked pheasants. The project follows the earlier introduction of Hungarian partridge to Western Canada. Officials say the experiment will take several years and, if successful, will provide an additional attraction for bird hunters.

Alsask Laverna Saskatchewan Canada

Widow er Trials Truth and Time in Court

A witness proclaims lifelong honesty while the judge cuts to the core question asking how long the witness has been a widow. The exchange highlights courtroom irony as the legal focus shifts from virtue to status.

Cultivate a Cheerful Personality for Popularity

A cheerful personality wins friends by genuine smiles and listening. Forced pleasantness fails while listening to others' troubles eases burdens. Be pleasant in trouble, greet with a heartful smile, and avoid grouchiness. Laugh and the world laughs with you remains true as life is short and joy matters.

Vance

Immigration to Canada rises in June with British and U S leading

Immigration to Canada for June totaled 20 303 an increase of 12 percent from 18 052 in June last year. For the April to June quarter the total reached 70 927 with the principal sources Britain accounting for 23 695 and the United States for 9 343.

Canada Department of Immigration and Colonization United States

British Trade Dept Boosts Canada Ties Says Importer Needs

W J Glenny Inspector General of the Overseas Trade Department arrived in Montreal to announce a reorganization and stronger presence in Canada. He emphasized helping British manufacturers understand Canadian importer needs rather than mere flag waving to boost British goods.

Canada Overseas Trade Department W. J. Glenny Montreal England

Chic Junior Misa Frock Pattern No 1808

A practical daytime frock for girls with an inverted plaited skirt center and long sleeves gathered to wrist bands or short with shaped cuffs. Features contrast collar and vestee, front belt buckle, sizes 6 to 14 years. Requires 2 7 yards 32-inch or 2 yards 39-inch fabric and 1 3 yard 30-inch contrasting material. Price 25 cents.

Sunday School Lesson Reflects Gentile Faith Opening

The lesson notes Paul and Barnabas preaching to Gentiles in Pisidian Antioch and Lystra, Antioch reports reach Jerusalem causing opposition from Jewish Christians demanding circumcision. It argues for God’s acceptance of Gentiles by faith and the rejection of circumcision as a requirement. The piece cites George W. McDaniel.

Jerusa Antioch Lystra Iconium Derbo Syria Jerusalem Jerusaleiat Abraham Paul George W. McDaniel

Public Nuisance Noises Trigger Medical Alarm in Wales

The British Medical Association at Cardiff declares night noises a public nuisance and urges legal penalties. Dogs barking, mill can clatter, motorcycle cut-outs, and post dance parties are named. Dr. John Stevens of Edinburgh estimates noise reduces national work efficiency by 5 million dollars weekly, affecting sleep and the nervous system.

British Medical Association Cardiff Wales John Stevens Edinburgh

MacGregor Bids Farewell as Thrifty Buyer Plans Exit

A butcher warns a thrifty neighbor that nonpayment will lead to legal action but the debtor leaves with a mock receipt. The merchant recalls the overdue balance and questions whether a final gesture is due as the man pretends to settle accounts.

MacGregor Mac Stiol

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