World Happenings Briefly Told
Canada ranked fourth in British market product share in 1932, down from 12th in 1931. Prof Piccard abandons upper atmosphere trips. Canadian newspaperman Buchanan joins CBC as director of public relations. Lewis Douglas sworn in as US budget director. World Postal Union execs meet in Ottawa May 18 to June 29 for Cairo congress prep. Alberta University fees to rise about 25 percent. Frank Hughes offered to join Supreme Court of Canada. Alberta to study coal industry with a royal commission proposal. King George V to hold royal courts May 11 12 17 18 and June 23. courts increased this year. Australia to keep butter exports to UK.
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Canada
Dominion
August E. Piccard
E. C. Buchanan
Canadian Radio Broadcasting Commission
Lewis Douglas
Arizona
United States
World Postal Union
Ottawa
World Postal Congress
Cairo
Egypt
University of Alberta
R. C. Wallace
Alberta Legislature Committee On Agriculture
Frank Hughes
K.C
Toronto
Supreme Court of Canada
Alberta
Coal Commission
J. E. Brownlee
Alberta Federation of Labor
George V
Buckingham Palace
Australia
United Kingdom
United
Kingdon
Explorer Finds Deep Lake at Lake Hiskatoo Waters
Tom Lamb of Moose Lake reports sounding Lake Hiskatoo 100 air miles east of The Pas Man. and finding depth of 17 fathoms. The discovery is noted as an exceptional depth for northern lakes amid prospecting for new fishing grounds.
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Lake Hiskatoo
The
Pas
Man
Tom Lamb
Moose Lake
Experiment Proves Success For Birkenhead Unemployed
Unemployed in Birkenhead England run a twopence a week club system with volunteer labor funding occupational centres and social clubs. They publish a fortnightly magazine and offer classes in language economics law stenography physical training swimming sport drama and music.
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Birkenhead
England
Combination Salads by Betty Barclay
A short recipe segment lists two or three fruit salad mixes with oranges bananas and optional additions such as apples pears pineapple dates raisins peanuts or buttered popcorn. It suggests dressing and serving with or without lettuce and notes variations to taste.
Bacon Prune Sandwich With Lettuce and Tomato
Prunes are pitted and chopped then fried bacon pieces are mixed with pickle mustard and mayonnaise. Spread on buttered bread with lettuce and optional tomato. Unemployment in Belgium has decreased over 12 percent in the last six months.
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Belgium
Sunday School Lesson Golden Text Reflection
The Sunday school lesson centers on the golden text from Proverbs 23 32 about the bite and sting of sin. Key passages include Proverbs 23 29 32 Isaiah 28 1 4 and Daniel 5 1 4 with a devotional reading from Galatians 5 16 24.
A Picture of a Drunkard in Proverbs 23 29 32
An analysis of Proverbs 23 verses on drunkenness describes the drunkard as causing woe and strife. It notes eye reddening, long seeking of wine, and the dangers of mixed and sparkling wine. Shakespeare and Matthew Henry quotes illustrate temptation and effect.
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Dr. Plumptre
Matthew Henry
One Word Buy slogan sparks debate in Monitor quote
A complaint argues Buy American would cover articles from Canada to Argentina, suggesting Buy United States as alternative and another group favors a single word Buy to capture the aim, per Christian Science Monitor.
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Canada
United States
Christian Science Monitor
Reform to curb fraud and punish offenders
Commentary argues fraud is a crime with broad appeal to criminals seeking easy riches. It notes the paradox of fortune after prison and urges reforms. A light amendment to the Forfeiture Act would require fraudsters to reimburse victims as far as possible, protecting vulnerable classes from investment swindles.
Fewer Jobless In Britain Sees Unemployment Drops
Government statistics show employment improving in Britain with registered unemployed down 46,427 and totally unemployed down 39,000 between January 23 and February 20. Gains mainly in seasonal sectors like building, tailoring, shipping while general industries also improved slightly.
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United Kingdom
Dictionary reveals a flaw no one can spell
After 90 years of work a new English dictionary notes a paradox at its core: there is no way to look up the spelling of a word you cannot spell. The observation highlights a universal challenge for spelling and lexicography.
Dominion Government Renewal of Bank Guarantee Authorized
An order in council tabled in the House of Commons authorizes renewal by the Dominion Government of the guarantee to chartered banks relating to their assumption of liabilities to depositors in Manitoba provincial savings offices.
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Dominion
Manitoba
House of Commons
Burnell Plan Proposed to Revive Western Canada Trade
A Winnipeg correspondent urges adoption of the Burnell Plan, a collective produce clearing system using four cent stamps and vouchers. Farmers contribute a 4 percent discount, creating a self funding circuit to double purchasing power, boost merchants, banks, and municipalities, and speed economic revival in Western Canada. The letter argues the plan is sound, endorsed by economists and business leaders, and promises broad community benefits with careful public confidence.
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Canada
Winnipeg
Chartered Banks
Burnell
Western
West
Pedestrians to the Left in Maine Highways Law
The Brandon Sun reports Maine may grant pedestrians a prioritized right of way on highways while requiring them to walk on the left side. The move would shift risk to oncoming drivers but improve pedestrian safety and reduce hazards for conscientious walkers as motorists face greater hazards.
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State of
Maines
Maine
Brandon Sun
Whistlers Class At Maryland Institute Art School
A female caller asks about a Whistlers class at the Maryland Institute Art School. The registrar notes the inquiry and mentions an exhibition by Whistler, prompting the caller to express interest in joining the class.
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Maryland Institute Art School
Whistlers
Whistier
Mother Nature foils 3 borrowing rule in harvest caution
A brief note warns that you cannot borrow against next year's crop this year. Farmers face unpredictable weather and delayed planting as forecasts call for cautious planning. Local ag officers urge families to store grain, diversify crops, and heed seasonal advisories.
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Persia
India
Nadir Shah
Betty Barclay
Edwardsburg
Canada Starch CO
Montreal
Chest Co
LDS
Meer
Omors
VaroRus
Britain
Canadian National Railways
Stanley Park
Vancouver
British Columbia
Kings
Yours Very Truly, W. A. Landreth
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