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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 17, 1948
Page
5
The article notes exam anxiety among Canadian students as final tests approach, outlining three types: diligent workers, those who buckle down, and those who fear failure. It argues examinations are only the start, shaping future jobs, promotions, and life, and stresses developing steady study habits to meet life’s ongoing tests.
Halifax Chronicle recalls a sharp rejoinder to an American group claiming plans to visit the Dominion Nova Scotia and Bermuda. The paper also mentions a prior notice addressed to Halifax Nova Scotia USA from a famous British bookseller inviting purchase of a book on economic geography.
A Manitoba newscast based on CBC Neighborly News will originate at CKX Brandon. It will compile highlights from weekly Manitoba publications. The station, recently sold, saw departures in its operation. readers are invited to submit news items of interest for broadcast.
In 1921 British Columbia has surpassed 1,000,000 population as younger people chase fame and fortune. The province's growing allure attracts both aging residents seeking climate and movers seeking opportunity, signaling a bold 20th century drift for the region.
Farmer's Advocate reports that thinning apples and peaches with sprays is practical. Michigan State College horticultural specialist C. A. Langer says growers spray napthalene acetic acid at 15 to 20 ppm about 24 hours after the first warm weather in full bloom. Timing is critical to avoid over thinning or ineffective thinning.
In a Financial Post report Mr Abbott notes late gains in a major public finance phase as expenditures are reduced, yet he also warns that overall spending remains near last year’s level and may rise later. He questions Ottawa’s approach to the growing scope of government expenditure.
A Toronto political meeting features a woman speaker noting a fallacy in promises of government benfits, warning that no party can “give” things for nothing and citing harmful economic outcomes. In Washington, Public Buildings Commissioner Reynolds calls the White House a firetrap, joining other stark comparisons and urging action.
The Windsor Star reports Moscow pledging to withdraw from Northern Korea to sway the southern vote. Russia has made similar offers in the past, conditioned on United States forces departing. Communists in Korea are said to be poised to seize control once occupation ends.
Boston Post reports a California dentist achieved several tooth bud transplants on children, hinting at a future dental science that could apply to adults. Newsweek notes Scottish tempers over the New Look Kilts debate as Sir Harry Lauder jokes about fashion and knees.
Mr. Yesin Mughir, Syrian chairman of the United Nations Korea inquiry, protests a denial to enter Japan. He says the U N commander did a fine job conquering Japan but insists someone tell him he is not omnipotent.
Lord Jowett suggested Commonwealth citizen as an alternative but Canadians seeking continued ties to the crown rejected the change. The rush to rename subjects would erase historic ties and royalty.
A Canadian bulletin summarizes two years of field experience from investigators and farmers on 24-D use for weed control in cereal crops. It details symptoms of 24-D damage in wheat, rye, oats, and flax, timing guidelines, and stresses following official recommendations to minimize injury and maximize economical weed control on Prairie farmland.
A group of Brantford businessmen aiming to educate the public studied eight local industries through the trade. They report that for every factory dollar 64 12 cents goes to materials and supplies, 26 1 2 cents to wages, 5 1 3 cents to taxes, 2 2 3 cents retained for plant renewal and extension, and nine tenths of a cent paid to shareholders.
Ontario dancer is acclaimed by Joe Stalin as the greatest ballet artist in the classical Russian tradition. Stalin has praised many performers, and this remark caps a long list of celebrated dancers observed.
Canada’s best taxpayers are British Columbia residents as the year end March 31 1948 tax figures show federal income tax in B C total 66 617 175 and corporate tax 48 621 456 a grand total 115 138 631 With BCs population over one million this equals about 115 per head and aligns with Ontario while Quebec and the Prairie Provinces trail.
The Indian Affairs committee recommends votes for Indians. Previously wards who became citizens could vote. the recommendation urges adoption to improve welfare. If some Indians lag, blame has rested on past policies, not their abilities.
Indian Information notes that improving rural living standards hinges on higher food production and swift industrial development, with emphasis on increased agricultural output and nationwide economic growth led by government efforts.
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