World Happenings Briefly Told
First air express to reach Winnipeg from New York arrived June 12 after a 20 hour flight by Northwestern Airways. Quebec plans unemployment relief with public works this summer. Canada to send two delegates to the Rome World Poultry Congress, Elford and Brown. British post office notes only 34 bags lost last year. 40 million carried by rail. Trinidad and Canada tariff changes favor trade. Royal Scot rail exhibit drew 500,000 visitors May 1–25. National Cellulose raises salaries five percent this month. Taschereau denies interprovincial hour restriction conference talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Air Express
Winnipeg
New York
Northwestern Airways
Quebec
L. A. Taschereau
Canada
Rome
Italy
F.C. Elford
Dominion Poultry Husbandman
W. A. Brown
Kingsley Wood
Dagenham
Essex
Trinidad
British Empire
Royal Scot
London, Midland and Scottish Railway
Montreal
Chicago
Infant chimp shows faster learning than boy in Kellogg study
The Kellogg experiment at Indiana University compared infant Donald Kellogg with a chimpanzee. In identical conditions the chimp excelled in learning memory and cooperation for months, but after 16 months the ape slowed while the child kept improving. Kellogg notes the ape accelerates with human-like environment yet lifespan differs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. N. Kellogg
Indiana University
Kellogg
Donald
Scientists Honor Delegates With BCU Doctorates
Seven delegates to the fifth Pacific Science Congress were awarded honorary Doctor of Laws degrees by the University of British Columbia senate. Recipients include Dr. Charles J. Gravier of the French National Museum, Professor G. I. Taylor of Yarrow Research, Dr. Shinkishi Hatai of Imperial University Tokyo, Prof. G. Van Sterson of Delft, Dr. W. T. Wayland Vaughan of Scripps Oceanography, Dr. H. M. Tory Canadian NRC chair, and Dr. Wen Hao Wong of Peiping Geological Survey, who could not attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific Science Congress
British Columbia University
University of British Columbia
Lawa
Setters
Charles J. Gravier
French National Museum
Paris
G. I. Taylor
Yarrow
Royal Society of Great Britain
Shinkishi Hatai
Imperial University
Tokyo
G. van Sterson
University of Delft
Holland
W. T. Wayland Vaughan
Scripps Institute of Oceanography
la Jolla
California
H. M. Tory
National Research Council of Canada
Wen Hao Wong
Geological Survey
Peiping
China
Vacuum cleaners in navy and farmers noted in scraps
A London Advertiser item mocks high prices for producers while a Cullman Alabama note reveals a box of 24 berries netted the grower only about three cents after duties and middlemen. The Navy, led by Surgeon Vice-Admiral Bond, proclaims vacuum cleaners healthier than bucket and swab methods for deck cleanliness and health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goderich
Ontario
Ruth Willams
Cullman
Alabama
London
Bond
Navy
Monymusk Reliquary to be sold at Christie's in London
Bids will be invited at Christie's for lot 43 the Monymusk Reliquary a rectangular casket 43 inches wide two inches deep and 3% inches high carried by Bernard Abbot of Arbroath before Robert the Bruce. The relics of St Columba date back over 2300 years and have been in the Grant family at Monymusk Aberdeenshire for generations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Eng
Ark of Bannockburn
Christie’s
Bernard
Arbroath
Robert the Bruce
St. Columba
Arthur Grant
Grenadier Guards
Mfonymusk
Aberdeenshire
Fertiliser Analysis Ensures Proper Plant Food Levels
The Dominion Seed Branch monitors fertilizers sold in Canada. Each brand is analyzed at least twice in every inspection district over the past five years to guarantee farmers receive the correct amount of plant food in their purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion Seed Branch
Canada
Battle Colors Awarded to Canadian Militia Units
Thirty two years after Vereeniging ended the Boer War Ottawa defense department announces 26 Canadian militia units will bear the battle sonar South Africa on their regimental colors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vereeniging
South Africa
Defense Department
Ottawa
Canada Life Insurance Soars After Market Crash
The theory of an ill wind is dismissed as life insurance in Canada grows by 2.25 billion, while lapses or surrenders total 2 million over the past three years. In force coverage now stands at 6.5 billion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Doctor and patient recall cure and bathing request
A patient recalls a past rheumatism cure and advice to avoid dampness. The doctor approves, and the patient asks if a bath is now allowed. The scene shifts to a public spot claim about a "fifty million in gyests" suggesting a promotional line.
Dress Pattern 361 Flaunts Slim, Youthful Lines
Suitable for normal as well as larger figures, this pattern showcases a smart slender dress with a one sided fever collar that bows to the opposite shoulder. In black and white crepe silk print the rever collar and white crepe trim highlight the waist, with sizes 36 to 48 and a price of 20 cents.
How To Order Patterns Address Winnipeg Pattern No
Winnipeg Pattern No to be requested from the Winnipeg Newspaper Union at 475 McDermot Ave. Entries list Name and Town for pattern orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
Winnipeg
Britishers In China Feel Currency Slump
J. E. Barnes of Hong Kong reports a sharp drop in silver currency value, with the dollar worth about 25 Canadian cents. He notes extreme Chinese poverty and says electricity benefits are appreciated even in slums. Barnes was en route from Montreal to England for a holiday.
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China
J. E. Barnes
Hong Kong
Barnes
Montreal
England
Shrine at Johan nesburs Station Serves Faithful Muslims
The new Johan nesburs railway station in South Africa may be the only British Empire station outside India with a shrine for the faithful. A praying mat is laid in the station and ablutions facilities are installed, allowing Muslims to perform ritual washings before prayers, and the call to prayer echoes as travelers depart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johannesburs
South Africa
British Empire
India
Allah
Akbar
God
Omr
Floating Gold Ambergris Quest in Oceanic Research
Robert Cushman Murphy, curator of oceanic birds, surveys ambergris known as floating gold. The piece traces searches from Mexico to the Mediterranean, notes reports of finds along coasts including Brazil and the Bahamas, and cites a 270 pound lump sold to a London merchant for £18,360.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal of
The
American Museum of Natural History
Robert Cushman Murphy
Seven Seas
Murphy
Mexico
Peru
Ecuador
Mediterranean
Suu
Encyclopedia
Brazil
Madagascar
Africa
East Indies
China
Japan
Moluccas
West Indian Isles
Bahamas
United States
Ambergris
D. C. Stull
Provincetown
Mucilage On Stamps Causes Harmless Debate
World postal officials debunk claims of harmful stamp mucilage using raspberry or blueberry glue. The British American Bank Note Co in Ottawa prints a billion Canadian stamps yearly with potato dextrine flour mucilage. Cowan says the dextrine is safe, made from Dutch potatoes, boiled with water, applied by rollers, and not touched by hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
World Postal
British American Bank Note Company
Ottawa
Canada
C. G. Cowan
Mr. Cowan
Wong
Holland
Canned Meat Exports from Canada Surge Eightfold
Canadian canned meat exports rose sharply over the past year with 657,361 pounds exported in the 12 months to April, about eight times the 78,810 pounds shipped in the prior year. Last month alone reached 67,271 pounds, nearing the previous year’s full total.
Big Laundry Bill in London Hospitals
The London County Council runs fifty seven hospital laundries with a staff of 1100. They wash over 55 million articles annually at a cost exceeding 1 million pounds.
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London County Council
Sunday School Lesson June 25 Theme and Golden Text
A Sunday school lesson dated June 25 highlights Matthew 28 18 20 with the Father Son and Holy Spirit formula for making disciples. The lesson emphasizes authority in heaven and on earth and the mission to teach observance of commands until the end of the age.
Lessons of the Quarter Allusions and Incidents Recalled
A collection of quotations prompting students to identify biblical, literary, and historical allusions and the incidents they refer to, from Holy Communion symbolism to Parable threads. Notable references include Christina Rossetti, Montague, Van Dyke, Stifler, Deeping, Bates, Fea dick, McDowell, Longfellow, and other figures, with prompts to connect to events and lessons.
Handicraft Exhibition by Canadian Guild in Montreal
The Canadian Handicrafts Guild plans an exhibition in Montreal drawing many Quebec rural crafters. It will be a first Montreal visit for some artisans with a detailed program. Support comes from branches across Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Prince Edward Island and partners like the Art Association of Montreal and affiliated crafts groups Canada-wide.
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Canadian Handicraft Guild
Montreal
Canadian Handicrafts Guild
Quebec
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
Prince Edward Island
Art Association of Montreal
Women's Union Catholique Des Cultivateurs
The
Handicrafts Association, of Canada
Toronto
Mount Allison Handicrafts Guild
Sackville
New double decked rail car tested in Paris at 125 mph
A test of a new double decked unit shows 125 mph capability and 800 horsepower using benzol or alcohol, consuming one third off a gallon per mile. It seats eighty and trims 40 minutes from the Paris Deauville run. Brigadier-General Sir Frederick Williamson urged air mail expansion, noting Canada could play a key role. David Crowhurst, who gave H G Wells his first job, died aged 78.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Paris-Deauville
Etat. Railways
Sir Frederick Willamson
C.B
C.B.E
Universal Postal Union
Canada
Frederick Said
David Crowhurst
Bromley
Kent
England
H. G. Wells
Mars Not Inhabited And Chickens Vaccinated Says Science Congress
Amateur astronomers faced a shock with Mars likely uninhabited while poultry trainers learned vaccination of healthy chickens is necessary. Infra red photos suggest Mars oxygen bands well below one tenth of one percent. Dr Adams cited this at the Pacific Science Congress. Dr Plaskett called the finding a blow to life on Mars as known on Earth. Dr Beach warned mosquitoes can spread fowl pox, vaccination advised from 30 to 80 days. Summer fallowing reduces foot rot in western Canada, varies by season.
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Mars
Muara
W. S. Adams
Mount Wilson Observatory
Pasadena
California
Adams
Cal
Canada
R. A. W. Henry
University of Alberta
Forest Fire Hazard Spreads Across Pacific Nations
A Pacific Science Congress Forestry and Meteorology resolution urges Canada and the United States to curb forest fires. The committee, including D. Howe of Toronto and E. Bowie of the U.S. Weather Bureau, calls for vigorous action to protect standing timber and prevent soil erosion across eastern Pacific countries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific
Canada
United States
Forestry and
Fifth Pacific Science Congress
D.howe
Faculty of Forestry
University of Toronto
E. H.bowie
United States Weather Bureau
San Francisco
Fujiwhara
Japan
Japanese Army Extends Condolences to China in Airfield Incident
The Japanese army issued condolences for Chinese casualties amid hostilities after a bomber landed near Peiping. The crew, unable to find an authorized Chinese official at the airport, departed with a letter addressed to Chinese military readers, dropped in a metal cylinder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peiping
Great Wall of China
Legation
Wisdom of Nature Mangrove Seeding Tactics
Mangrove trees avoid scattering seeds due to tidal flooding. Seeds are produced on the tree and fall as spear like propagules into the mud, where young plants develop before taking root. This reproduction adapts to waterlogged shorelines and high tides.
Alfalfa noted for long-term hay use in Sweden report
A Montreal Star snippet notes alfalfa once seeded stays down five or more years making it well suited for permanent hay and pasture. It also states divorce is practically unknown in Sweden, highlighting a country of safety.
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Sweden
Montreal Star
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National Cellulose of Canada, Limited
Dominion
Bannockburn Ark
Fotal
Uce
By Rath Rogers
Jesus Our
Lord and
Gladstone
Christina Rossett
C. E. Montague
Henry van Dyke
J. M. Stifler
Frenick
Warwick Deeping
Katherine Lee Bates
Harry Emerson Feadick
Jesus
John McDowell
Longfellow
U.S
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