Political and social notes from multiple sources
Attorney General Lesiis Blackwell of Ontario discusses taxation and economic systems while warning against prophesied communist propaganda. New Liberty reports on factory safety measures in New Jersey. St Thomas Times-Journal notes a medical gathering in Toronto highlighting the dedication required of researchers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lesiis Blackwell
Ontario
Ayatem
New Liberty
Annin and Co
New Jersey
St Thomas
Sam Carr Committed for Trial Amid Bail Refusal
Sam Carr was ordered to stand trial on a charge of conspiring with others to obtain a forged passport and was properly refused bail by a county court judge A G McDorgall. Deputy Magistrate Joachim Sauve presided with six crown witnesses, the case spanning about three hours. Carr faces potential Supreme Court review next May while detained in Carleton County.
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Sam Carr
Beck
Ottawa
Barch Yor
IMG
Joachim Sauve
Carleton County
Theatuhe Supreme Court
A. G. McDorgall
New Weed Circulars Emphasize Cultural Control Methods
Western Canada welfare groups urge balance between chemicals and culture in weed control. They warn 2,4-D is not a cure all and highlight tillage, treated seed, and pest seeds removal as essential. Line Elevators Farm Service releases two free circulars on Couch Grass and Central weed control by cultural methods.
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Canada
Wid Qat
Jural Line
Laine Elevatom Farm Service
Winnipeg
Calgary
Motorists Urged to Carry Proof of Responsibility
Baillie registrar warns under Safety Responsibility Act drivers involved in accidents who cannot produce a pink card will have their car impounded. Filing a release of damages from the other party may lift the bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FR. B Ballile
Weather and social issues across North America in brief
Edmonton Journal quotes diverse views on weather needs from locals in North Vancouver and discusses winter desire for precipitation cycles. Ottawa Citizen opines on a mass gymnastic display by 6,000 housewives as bold yet questionable, while praising Sweden’s housing, welfare, and international commerce efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Sweden
Sweden rejects Russian note on Baltic nationals persecution
Sweden will reject outright the Russian note dated February 28 alleging persecution of Latvian, Estonian, and Lithuanian nationals in Sweden. The official Stockholm announcement states the claim is unfounded and will be dismissed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweden
Stockholm
Saskatchewan Hospital Services Expenditures Report
Saskatchewan hospital services plan totals show 1947 expenditures at 7,569,763 with 1943 payments of 98,393,279 to hospitals and 572,113 for admin costs. Per capita cost in 1948 stood at 11.42, while hospitalization taxes and miscellaneous revenues reached 3,788,515 and general funds funded 5,076,878.
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Regina
March
Saskatchewan Hospital Services
Douglas
Pawnbrokers Report War Victims Turn to Pawning
The article notes a Toronto pawnbroker saying shoppers are getting hard up as postwar needs rise. He observes people pawn more watches and rings, leaving tokens longer, with clerks and white collar workers comprising much of the customer base while wages face cuts.
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Woodstock
Abbott
Canschang
Toronto
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Sandan
Company 7 Monstreal
St. Jobe
Vancouver
B.C
Electricity
Toba Power Commission
Detroit Free Press
Truman
Amherst News
New York Herald Tribune
Lincoln
Kentucky
Edmonton Journal
Kbatanano
Collier's Magazine
West Africa
Nigeria
George E. Dunkin
Brandon
Virden
Community Hall
Rivers
F. W. Decker & Sons
Pir
Canadian Red Cross
Red Cross
Mercy
The
Royal Bank OF Canada
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