Budget Address Upsets and Economic Trends Highlight Parliament
The text reviews a budget with a large public debt rise from 350 million to 2.79 billion and notes a 53 million drop in controllable expenditures from 1930 to 1933. It cites 12,000 government posts cut, a 13 million year revenue gain, and a 1.019 billion trade total for 1934. It mentions a sugar tax cut and a proposed gold tax, plus optimistic signs of reduced unemployment and improving imports and exports amid cautious outlook. Parliament debates the two to three hour Budget Address with varying economic indicators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banking and Commerce Committee
Civil Service
Oea
Sears
United Om
Finania! Post
South Africa
J. L. Bowman
Advice On Couch Grass Now Available
Scientific methods for control and eradication of Couch Grass are published in free pamphlets by the Manitoba Agricultural College on behalf of the Northwest Grain Dealers Association. After three years of study, results summarize practical steps farmers can take to manage this weed and keep fields weed free.
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Agriultural ‘College of Manitoba University
Northwest Grain Dealers’ Association
Prairie Provinces
Canada
Europe
Dominion Seed
Winnipeg
Local social notes from Makaroff and Roblin visits
Mr Frank Dizon of Makaroff spent Sunday at home. Miss Grace Collins left Friday for Deepdale to spend the summer. Miss Helene and Miss Merile Sharpen visited Miss Krank Friday. Mrs C Chapman has been visiting relatives in Roblin for a holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Dizon
Makaroff
Grace Collins
Deepdale
Helene
Merile Sharpen
Krank
Mre
C. Chapman
Roblin
Card of Thanks for Mrs Wm Switzer and Family
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to those who offered help during the recent bereavement of Mrs Wm Switzer and her family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm Switzer
Arbor Day and Community Happenings in Roblin
May 7 Arbor Day noted. G B Wilson joins Royai Bank staff in Roblin. Band concert and lunch dance offered for 35c on May 18. Society notes include visits by Mre Allingham and Mrs Horning, plus funeral attendance for Dr Cameron D D G. of the Masonic District. Municipal leaders to speak at May 8 Legion meeting about community work. An editorial urges reciprocal publicity between newspapers and local institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin
Canadian Legion
G E Phillips
Robin Theatre
Legion
Mitchell
Reeve Rogers
W. J Westwood
M.L.A
Journalbon
Local Notes from Togo and Surrounding Areas
Mr A Nelson of Winnipeg visits Dr Segal while Dr Segal returns from Winnipeg with a new Chevrolet coupe. Mrs Fred McConnell wins Congol com rug. Mr and Mrs C Burt of Kissock visit Miss Mae Painter. Rev Blewett and wife depart for Regina. Mr Keith Franklin moves to Yorkton and becomes Fuller Brush Co agent. History lecture prompts musings on the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
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Burt of
Kissock, Sask
Mae Painter
R.J. Segal
Winnipeg
Keith Franklin
Yorkton
Franklin
Fuller Brush Co
The Question of Reciprocity in Local News
The article argues that a newspaper serves the community by reporting municipal, church, and society events and notes that advance advertising helps fund the paper. It reflects on the balance between timely notices and revenue, stressing the paper's role in public awareness and sustainability.
Thanks for kindness at our bereavement from L J Hohle
Mr and Mrs L J Hohle Makaroff Man thank friends for sympathy and flowers shown during recent bereavement, expressing heartfelt appreciation for support received.
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L. J Hohle Makaroff
Store News Ad Offers Invite Trade Deals
In this issue readers are urged to read all store news and take advantage of advertised offers. The message implies a barter system where somebody has what another person wants and vice versa, encouraging readers to connect to arrange exchanges.
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Northwest
Cromarty
G B Wilson
Hamiota
Royai Bank
G W. .Allingham
Harry Glieser
Roblins Theatre
Dillin
W E. Moffatt
Collingwood
Ontario
D. R VanAlstyne
Renfrew Machinery Co. Ltd
Regina
VanAlstyne
Renfrew
Togo News
Mr A. Nelson
Dr. Segal
Fred McConnell
Congol.com
Mr. Blewett
Monaha
Tower of Pisa
Roblin Theatre
Cecil de Mille
Clark Gable
Jean Harlowe
Western Chain Stores
Si Cpnt Baar
Wabasso
Navy
Nee Black
Wabasso Mille Yard
Peas—York
B.C
Campbell's Tomato
Robin Hood Sarge Pkt
Saurtering
Pkt
California
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