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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 25, 1932
Page
2
The piece argues that thousands of graduates face a bleak job market, with few opportunities to use their training. It urges parents and community leaders to provide guidance, patience, and alternative activities such as sports, clubs, libraries, and civic service to keep youth engaged and hopeful until employment returns.
The prose surveys inflated gear and slow service with wit. It contrasts $50 saddles on $15 bronchos and $5 cars with $15 licenses, and humorously mocks a waiter’s patient reply to a long wait for a steak. The quip captures regional humor and social quirks.
A noted American film star visiting England says she expects to see things unseen in Hollywood and plans are arranged to invite her to a golden wedding celebration.
A note on ancient transport. In Rome before Caesar, taxicab ideas existed as chariots with fares paid by pebbles dropped into a bowl. It highlights primitive fare systems and a playful origin of public carriage.
An article by T. R. Elliott in MacLean's predicts future cars will resemble teardrops and raindrops, with streamlining saving power. At 50 mph a teardrop uses about ten horsepower versus twenty for a standard sedan, lowering fuel use and possibly costs. The piece notes other highway improvements like super-balloon tires and advances in materials and engines.
A mother of four reports her family of five all suffered acidity and indigestion until three months of Kruschen. She says they can eat anything now with no acidity or pain and no upsetting effects. Kruschen is touted to neutralize acid, aid elimination, and keep the body clean and energized.
A Dominion Bureau of Statistics report shows sharp declines in food prices from 1929 to last month, with total cost of living dropping from 99.9 to 80.8 and most food items such as meats butter milk bread and sugar posting reductions. Vinegar stands out with only a small change from 7.8 to 7.5 cents per pint.
A promotional blurb explains asthma sufferers can regain energy and life with Dr J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy. It claims the product relieves restricted air and guards against future trouble, urging readers to try it.
Canadian ports handle more corn and grain shipments as routes to the United Kingdom via an all-Canada path expand. The shift from United States ports to Canada marks a major change in overseas grain disposal over the past year, reflecting broader trade realignments and shipping capacity.
The Edmonton Journal notes Canada earned 297 238 000 from domestic tourism and 113 292 000 from Canadians traveling abroad, leaving a net tourist debt of 165 946 000. Saskatchewan promotes travel to its new Prince Albert National Park hosting motorcade groups from Montana and U S states, featuring governors from North and South Dakota and Wyoming, linking an international highway across three nations toward Mexico.
Revenue from radio receiving licenses this fiscal year already exceeds $1,000,000, with about 500,000 owners having licenses. Half of all set owners are licensed. Instead of prosecuting noncompliers, authorities will first conduct a house to house canvass led by Commander C. P. Edwards for a nationwide effort.
An advertisement notes that many infants suffer from worms causing great distress and potential constitutional weakness. Miller's Worm Powders are claimed to clear stomach and bowels, prevent recurrence, and repair organ injuries caused by worms, restoring soundness.
Engineers from eighteen countries gather in Milan to discuss international uniform standards for airplane and automobile parts and related articles. The conference aims to harmonize quality and safety guidelines across industries and borders.
Mechanical household refrigerators are replacing traditional cooling cellars in Belgium apartments, reflecting a shift in domestic food storage. The move signals modernization of urban housing and changes in energy use and appliance adoption.
Ottawa Journal notes a shift in trade as Canada increases imports of Australian raisins under a new treaty. Half year figures show Australia rising to 4.49 million pounds versus 5.42 million pounds from the United States. three month data highlight Australia overtaking U.S. in recent trade. The piece urges buying British within the Empire.
The article extols Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil for pulmonary disorders, citing many testimonials and asserting relief is certain. It claims the oil will allay inflammation in the bronchial tubes and is recommended to sufferers.
The unknown wartime action that earned Commander Agar the bronze cross after WW I is linked to his daring raid on the cruiser Olig near Kronstadt. While in a small motor boat he dodged Russian destroyers repaired his boat under fire and escaped with sails from a Russian fishing boat as two American passengers perished aboard the submerged vessel.
A standard remedy praised for years of use, designed to protect the child from worms. The product carries an established reputation and is marketed as reliable for family health.
A 1,133 year old copper coin dated 799 A.D. was found in Corning Illinois among Jake Bittner’s possessions after a fire melted his father in law’s coins. The survivor was retrieved from a silver mass hidden in a trunk and may be sold.
An analyst reports finding tron in tea chalk in custard powder and zinc in sauce after initial successes. He plans to expand testing to identify pork in pork and beans and other meals amid growing concern over food adulteration.
The Amsterdam Paris airline has set up flying telegraph offices aboard its planes for passenger use. It provides a rapid communication option midjourney, signaling a new era of air travel convenience and connectivity.
London height limits rise from 80 to 100 feet as steel construction reduces fire risk. Sub soil bearing capacity for skyscraper scales remains doubtful, though 200 foot heights are anticipated.
A brief domestic remark reveals a husband lamenting his wife’s spendthrift habits. He asks why she lives beyond their means, and she is accused of trying to impress neighbors who also overspend. The exchange highlights social pressure and financial strain in a wary home.
Mrs C reports quick relief after trying many medicines. The letter extols Carter's Little Liver Pills as a purely vegetable tonic that corrects constipation acidity headaches and indigestion. The ad touts 25c and 75c sizes and urges readers to ask for Carter's by name.
The article promotes Appleford Wonder Paper as a modern dusting solution for Canadian homes. It claims the paper cleans, polishes, and absorbs dirt better than cloths, lasts for multiple surfaces, costs twenty-five cents for twenty-five sheets, and eliminates washing old dusters.
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