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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 19, 1948
Page
4
Fragmentary notes reference a timeline from 1227 to 1455 involving English and French rulers. The text blends names and terms such as Charlies Wesley, 2000 hymns, five kings, and Seti, with references to Greenland and France, lacking clear context or coherent event.
The Bonanza Creek Dawson area plans a double harvest celebration to mark gold discovery on Bonanza Creek in 1995. Yukon Order of Pioneers sponsors events with miners, prospectors, and spectators expected to attend parades, exhibitions, contests, speeches, and a grand gala at the Aretio Brotherhood Hall.
A Canadian Bank of Commerce letter notes water power’s value amid vast resources and a lumbering population, stating that eight hours of work equals about one horsepower and Canada’s hydro capacity mirrors 100 million workers. The St. Thomas Times-Journal recounts the missionary Canon Turner’s Arctic death and his widow’s return with Rebecca, an Eskimo servant, to Canada and then back to the Arctic. Rebecca, arriving in Montreal, enjoys frozen fish-heads as her first Food in eight months.
Seed time guidance warns farmers on proper combine use to cut losses, stressing header, thresher, separator, and cleaning device care. Barley and flax require extra caution to avoid weathered or damaged kernels. Careful harvesting boosts yields and profits, while premature or delayed harvesting harms quality and quantity.
Detroit Free Press reports a policeman was found guilty by the Police Trial Board of attempting to rape a 16 year old girl and was fired, yet Mayor Antwerp ordered reinstatement. Two more officers are stripped of guns and badges with criminal warrants asked for alleged assault on another girl.
The St Thomas Times Journal questions why the Academy Award statuettes given to top film performers are awarded each year. The article reflects on the meaning of the Oscars and their impact on actors and industry.
The Superintendent of Insurance for Manitoba declares that only particulars filed by noon on September 18, 1948 will be included in the communication to Alberta for deposit administration. If more information is needed after filing, contact the Receiver at Calgary. Dated Winnipeg September 10, 1948.
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