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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 03, 1932
Page
3
A miscellany of world happenings notes Canada plans a 960 million investment in highways covering miles, a Waterloo bridge replacement costing 1.295 million, and various political and exploratory items. It mentions Justin Tolmie, trade fairs in London, and scientific expeditions across oceans with mixed results.
Canada’s National Railways plans 448000 to be spent on branch line work this year as part of the 1929 1932 programme signed off by Minister R J Martin. Five projects proceed in Alberta Saskatchewan British Columbia and Ontario with several lines already finished or halted. Expenditures up to 1931-12-21 totaled 17610769 and 4378050 spent this year. schedule plus 15 percent brings total to 33061350 with some constructions now paused.
A fragment notes remaining gaps between the sexes despite efforts to end them. It ridicules delays in deducing letter origins by external study rather than opening envelopes to reveal senders. The tone mocks cautious methods versus direct disclosure.
A veteran speaker declares that anyone who endured 1931 should fear nothing 1932 may bring. The remark underscores resilience and confidence amid upcoming challenges.
Figures tabled in the legislature show provincial revenue from suits and taxes reaching 1.254 million dollars in 1931 with total tax take 2.458875 million, rebates of 1.148525 million, and 56,088.50 paid as collection commissions. Highway Minister A C Stewart announced 91,276 automobile licenses were issued, plus 15,678 truck licenses and small counts for public, freight, motorcycles, pedal bicycles with motors, and 1,107 trailers.
About twenty five years ago Standard Oil donated kerosene lamps and stoves across China and the Orient to boost kerosene use. The tactic paid off as modern tankers run by Standard Oil and Shell ship millions of gallons of kerosene to Oriental countries each year while inland areas still rely on kerosene lighting.
Sunday School lesson centers on Jesus serving others as shown in Matthew 20.28 and John 13.1 15. The theme emphasizes Christ’s mission to minister and sacrifice his life for many while tying in Isaiahs prophetic vision from 52.13 to 6. The reading connects gospel accounts with prophetic scripture for lessons.
The piece explores Jesus washing the disciples feet as a supreme act of love amid Judas treachery. Peter protests yet learns humility, while quotes from Phillips Brooks and F W Farrar frame the lesson of humble service. It cites G W Bull and Matthew 16 22 and includes Peter’s plea for full cleansing.
Saskatchewan ministers outline a program to clean wheat for farmers in the relief area. Farmers may clean locally or use custom outfits, with cleaning costs included in the price and rebates or payments by the Relief Commission. Inspections will ensure satisfactory cleaning and declarations form the basis for charges and rebates.
Macdonald College marks Founder's Day February 10 and the 101st birth anniversary of Sir William C. Macdonald founder of the Macdonald Tobacco Company. His benefactions to McGill University total over twelve and a half million dollars including endowment for Agriculture, Law, Medicine, and the Conservatorium. The college at St Anne de Bellevue, founded in 1907, sits within McGill as the Faculty of Agriculture and supported broader university benefactions across Canada.
Prune whip uses milk sugar a junket tablet lemon extract prune pulp lemon juice and egg white beaten stiff. Fold prune pulp into the whipped mixture then top up tall glasses. Prepare junket per package directions pour quickly into glasses and set in a warm spot about ten minutes then chill to serve.
A compact recipe notes how to whip up Derbyshire style taters? No as it describes a method to mince boiled ham into a fine paste. It adds mixed mustard tabasco sauce sugar salt pepper and chili sauce, then spreads the smooth paste on buttered bread for a simple sandwich.
Premier Dr J T M Anderson defended Saskatchewan education policy stating that Jewish objections prompted the substitution of Julius Caesar for The Merchant of Venice in public schools across the province. He spoke to the Saskatchewan School Trustees Association defending textbook choices and denying frequent changes.
Scientists note that among 66 birds feeding on the cotton boll weevil orioles and swallows are probably the most effective at destroying the pest. Germany anticipates an early restoration of an unrestricted rental market.
Gordon M. West of Toronto was chosen president of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada for 1932 at the 25th general annual meeting in Lucerne Quebec. John Y. McCarter of Vancouver is first vice president. Western council members named include Alberta G H MacDonald and R McD Symonds, British Columbia S M Eveleigh John Y McCarter Andrew L Mercer, Saskatchewan F H Portnail and W G Van Egmond.
Four judicial districts Gravelbourg Leader Maple Creek and Wynyard will not operate in the 1932-33 year due to lack of government appropriations. Twenty three districts operated this year and the closure of these four will save about $30 870 in expenditures.
The Rt. Hon. Sir Leslie Wilson, former Bombay governor, is appointed Governor of Queensland. He succeeds Lieut.-General Sir T. H. Goodwin and will assume duties in June. A distinguished soldier, Wilson commanded the Hawks battalion in the Great War, serving at Gallipoli and in France.
Dominion Bureau of Statistics reports January export value at 120324 dollars, up 9300 from December 1931. The United States led purchases at 43486 dollars, with Great Britain buying 15806 dollars.
France now maintains roughly 80 daily newspapers and 200 magazines reflecting a diverse print media landscape. Major publishers include national and regional titles shaping public discourse. The figures indicate a robust print culture alongside growing digital outlets.
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