World Recovery Requires Settlement of Debts and Trade Reforms
Mr. Rowell outlines four conditions for world recovery. Resolved intergovernmental war debts and reparations, a disarmament plan acceptable to France Germany and others, reduced armament taxation, and end to extreme economic nationalism with lower tariffs and freer trade. He calls for a common currency understanding to restore balance and aid international exchange.
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Rowell
France
Germany
Selfishness blamed for national mood by Toronto economist
Professor Gilbert E. Jackson of the University of Toronto argues in an Empire Club address that the root of today’s economic low mood is selfishness in individuals. He says material fixes fail without a heart change, urging a Golden Rule approach and a revival of wartime sacrifice to unite bankers, employers, workers, and citizens in mutual support.
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Gilbert E. Jackson
Department of Economics
University of Toronto
Empire Club of Toronto
Canada
Professor Jackson
Calder
Jackson
Small British unions Fragment show six members among many
A note reports that among British government employees there are about 250 labor unions and some of these unions count only six members, illustrating the wide variance in union size within the civil service.
Airdrome for London India Line Built at Haifa
Haifa in Palestine hosts an airdrome for the London India airline. Greek imports from the United States surge beyond 1931 levels. Dublin sees construction of the first Jewish school in the Trish Free State.
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Haifa
Palestine
United States
Greece
Trish Free State
Dublin
Diamond Dyes and Tints Spark Rug Color Fame
A Three Rivers woman recalls a visiting Quebec noble who praised her rag rugs dyed with Diamond Dyes. The lady marveled at the deep colors, asking about materials. The writer notes the dyes’ permanence, washability, and rich aniline tones, endorsing Diamond Dyes and Diamond Tints for fabrics.
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Three Rivers
Quebec
Ontario Maples Reaching Winnipeg From Thunder Bay Seed Lings
Ontario maples will grace Winnipeg streets as a large consignment of maple seedlings from Thunder Bay arrives for distribution across the west. Officials say thousands of trees can be transplanted to the prairies at little cost and other western cities will follow suit.
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Ontario
Winnipeg
Thunder Bay
Department of Agriculture
No Argument in Car Accident Trial Turn of Phrase
In a courtroom drama a defense lawyer asks the victim how he can tell a hit was from a motor car. The victim answers with a wry remark that he was “forcibly struck by the resemblance,” turning the question into a sharper jab about perception and evidence.
Densest Population Claim for Cochin Reported
Population density data for Cochin in British India states an average of 814 persons per square mile, claiming it as the world’s most densely populated area. It estimates Canada would reach about 3.03 billion people if based on Cochin’s density.
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Cochin
British India
German industrial production index climbs since last summer
The general industrial production index in Germany rose from 52.3 to 65 since last summer, signaling a strong expansion across manufacturing and related sectors. The gain reflects improved output levels and possible policy or market shifts impacting production activity.
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Germany
Halifax Seen as Potential Empire Flying Centre
Prof F E Plumber, geography professor at the University of Pretoria, scouting for the Union government, praised Halifax airport during a stop en route to Liverpool. He noted Halifax is strategically placed for growth as a great flying centre with upcoming air mail ship-to-shore service and cross-country routes.
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Halifax
F. E. Plumber
Union of South Africa
Plumber
University of Pretoria
United States
Canada
Liverpool
England
Don Saunders
Halifax Aero Club
Canadian imports from Britain rise in nine months
Hon H H Stevens notes growing diversity and volume of raw goods from the United Kingdom destined for Canadian finishing and manufacturing. The Canadian trade minister calls the increase encouraging as imports from Britain expand in the first nine months of the current fiscal year.
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Canada
United Kingdom
Hon
H. H. Stevens
Wake up your Liver Bile With Carter's Little Liver Fills
When the liver fails to pour bile into the bowels digestion slows and you feel blue and wretched. Simple bowel movements or laxatives may not help. Carter's Little Liver Fills are advertised as a safe vegetable stimulant to restore liver function and improve elimination. Ask for them by name. refuse substitutes. 250 at all druggists. 52
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Carter
Made Study Of Criminals Hairless Traits Noted
Dr Kinzo Saxa of Fukuoka Prison in Tokyo completed a study of 1521 criminals over ten years finding nine habitual offenders. They averaged 16 to 29 convictions and 20 to 30 years behind bars. all were bald.
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Kinzo Saxa
Fukuoka
Now I Feel Full of Pep Promises From Lydia E. Pinkham
An advertisement for Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound claims the product steadies nerves improves appetite and sleep and enhances well being. It urges women to obtain a bottle from their druggist for better health.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Special Coin Idea for Toronto Centennial Declined
Discussion on issuing special 50 cent coins for Toronto’s 1934 centennial celebration was blocked by Ottawa. The plan proposed profiting from a souvenir sale, with Mayor Stewart seeking a city monopoly, but the British practice requires only the King to benefit from coinage, preventing the precedent.
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Canada
Ottawa
Toronto
Stewart
Centennial Committee
France Builds World Largest Gun For Disarmament Talks
The French announce a 52 centimeter howitzer claimed to be the largest in the world. It fires a 3,080 pound shell up to 11 miles, mounted on a railway carriage 98 feet long and 265 tons heavy. Britain’s 20 inch naval piece was never built, and a 20 inch gun was discussed but not manufactured.
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France
Britain
H.M.S. Furious
Lord Clive
Fire safety urged for Saskatchewan hotels at lunch
At a Saskatoon luncheon the Associated Canadian Travellers urged government action to enforce fire escape regulations in hotels. Speakers backed guests as the principal travelers to demand safeguards, citing the Tisdale tragedy to illustrate fire escape dangers in hotels lacking equipment.
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Saskatchewan
Saskatoon
Tisdale
Meaning of Gentile in historical religious terms
The term Gentile denotes an outsider or non member. In Jewish usage it referred to anyone not of the Jewish faith. Early Christians used it for Jews or non Christians. Romans used it to distinguish non Romans.
Harbor Improvement Near Hai Za in Palestine Nears Finish
Improvement of the harbor at Hai Za in Palestine is expected to be completed soon. Work includes dredging and new berths, with local officials projecting improved fishing and trade activity once open to ships.
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Hai Za
Palestine
Linking National Parks to Join Jasper and Banff by Road
The National Parks Branch of the Canadian Government plans a 150 mile highway linking Jasper National Park in Northern Alberta and Banff National Park on the Rockies east slope. The route will run through central Rockies scenery, with over 500 miles of standard gravel already built to connect parks to main travel arteries.
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National Parks of Canada
Jasper National Park
Banff National Park
Alberta
Rocky Mountains
Rockies
National Parks Branch
National Parks
Radium Workers Deaths Raise Suit Against Watch Dial Firm
Katharine Schaurb, among five women who sued United States Radium Corporation in 1928 over radium poisoning, died in Mountain View Rest. She is the second of the five to die. Autopsy by Essex County medical examiner Dr. Maitland cites carcoma of the left thigh as caused by radium poisoning. The group sought 250000 each. awards totaled 10000 plus free care and annuities of 400.
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Katharine Schaurb
United States Radium Corporation of Orange
Mountain View Rest
Harrison
Maitland
Essex County
Maiiland
New inexpensive alloy cuts steel faster
A new low cost high speed alloy has been developed for cutting steel. The alloy is composed to iron, tungsten and cobalt, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce production costs.
Willow Plantations To Supply Cricket Bats In Australia
Willow plantations begun from English twigs years ago will supply cricket bats in Australia. The program aims to establish a steady timber flow for bat production and bolster local sport industry.
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England
Australia
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CUT Tobacco
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Radium
Ramsay Co
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Mamilton
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