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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 10, 1946
Page
2
The article notes intense attention to immigration policy in Canada with debates in Parliament and a Senate committee urging a vigorous selective program as shipping space opens. It argues immigration is vital to national standing and living standards.
Canada holds about 3.5 million square miles of territory and rich land awaiting development. With a population around 12 million the question arises whether exclusive ownership will persist amid global overcrowding and demand for opportunity. Proponents urge a highly selective immigration program to admit assets to the Dominion.
In 1931 Canada tightened immigration restricting entry to British subjects and US citizens with special cases. Arrangements now allow relatives of Canadians and admit about 4000 unmarried Polish veterans who fought with the Canadian Army in Italy. They must farm for two years post arrival amid debates on selective immigration to grow population and markets.
Dr J A Dauphinee of Toronto told the Manitoba Medical Association in Winnipeg that penicillin treats many infections while streptomycin, though not yet widely available, will be effective for certain infections not responding to penicillin and an increased supply is expected.
Q and A on non valid ration book five coupons for butter and meat, paper situation and shopping bags, lifting of priority certificate rules for cars as of August 15 1946, returning ration books for adjustments, and request details for Wartime Prices and Trade Board pamphlets in the province.
A Sheffield engineer-builder unveils a high speed pre cast building method. Using steel molds to cast cellular concrete sections faced with imitation brick or stone, the system allows houses to be completed within one week.
Home Secretary Ede told the Spiritualists Union that repealing the Witchcraft Act of 1735 is not timely. He argued the law could curb unscrupulous exploitation of personal loss and bereavement and reassured mediums they would not be prosecuted without evidence of fraud or imposture.
A modern baking discovery promises bread in hours not days. New Fast Rising Royal activates in 10 minutes after dissolving, delivering rich home baked flavor. Four packets yield four large loaves per carton. Stays full strength for weeks on pantry shelf and is at your grocer now.
A collection of short humorous exchanges and vignettes. Includes an amateur soprano at a troops concert, umbrella loyalty, humble advice, a child’s drawing confusion, and家庭 jokes about work, age, nerves, and a baby reciting a lullaby.
Rumors of gazelle boys multiplying in Trans-Jordan stir the Near East during the silly season. Five youths said to run at high speed, eat grass, and speak the foster tongue have appeared from Palestine to Lebanon, with tales of a Bedouin son hospitalized and others claimed to be trained by oil firms or taught English at Beyrouth University.
Vancouver police report a clothing shortage delaying new uniforms by three to five months. Chief Alex McNeill says the department has new recruits operating in plain clothes and cannot function properly until outfitted.
A compact collection of aphorisms on character. Includes quotes from Sutta literature and figures like Mary Baker Eddy Amelia Barr and James A. Garfield. Emphasizes deeds over birth status and the value of consistent good works.
A brief note observes that ancient peoples attributed hardships to planetary influence, contrasting with modern views of cost and causation. The fragment suggests a reflection on superstition versus practical explanations.
A man credits Kruschen Salts with ending his daily dull morning headaches after a year of use. The ad asserts morning headaches stem from a disordered stomach and constipation, claiming Kruschen cleanses waste and restores energy, with prices of 25¢ and 75¢ at drug stores.
Edinburgh reports the bagpipes as a potential added attraction for visitors to Scotland along with Highland dancing and Scottish music. A Scottish Council on Industry committee notes that salmon venison and trout may appeal more to non native guests, while clarifying the Prince Albert coat is named for Edward VII’s elder son.
A simple observation notes that an ordinary sneeze can project droplets two to three feet, illustrating how airborne particles spread from a common cold or allergy episode.
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