Tuberculosis deaths fall among Saskatchewan youth
Research economist Lloyd Williams reports that deaths from tuberculosis in Saskatchewan's ages 10 to 29 were four in 1954, with most deaths among Indians. Yet active disease remains a serious disability for teens and young adults, causing hospitalizations and lost work. The piece notes rising social contact as a driver and urges preventive health measures and regular chest checkups to curb incidence.
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Lloyd Williams
Saskatchewan
Department of Public Health
John Orr
Saskatchewan Anti-Tuberculosis League
R. G. Ferguson
The
League
Anti-Tuberculosis League
Sleep Alone and Like It Electric Blanket Campaign
An advertising plan promotes购买 5000 automatic electric blankets from Nov 28 to Dec 15. It touts lifelong rest under constant temperature, tracing comforters from elder down to modern dual control blankets, highlighting foolproof design and potential family use.
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Grandma
Penny universities and the coffee houses of 17th century England
Coffee houses in 16th and 17th century England were hubs of wit and learning. Charles II closed them as sedition centers in 1675, sparking fierce protest and prompting a quick revocation of his proclamation.
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England
Lake Patzcuaro draws travelers to Mexican highland shores
Readers are guided to the Lake Patzcuaro region near Quiroga and Patzcuaro, noting the Tarascan Indians and pre Spanish codes. Visitors reach by road or rail, explore Janitzio Island, watch butterfly nets at work, and enjoy the Posada de Don Vasco with colonial charm and modern amenities.
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Mexico
Lake Patzcuaro
Mexico City
Guadalajara
Cortez
Quiroga
Patzcuaro
Janitzlo
Janitzia Island
Janitzio
Jose Morelos
Posada de Don Vasco
Dieselization expansion plans for Canadian National Railways
Canadian National Railways announces a territorial dieselization expansion with orders for 222 diesel units worth 44.7 million dollars. Deliveries late next year will nearly fully dieselize lines east of Montreal and west of Edmonton, following a five year program begun earlier. Since start, 1,068 units across passenger, freight, yard and work roles have been placed in service, with early 1957 deliveries completing the five year phase and launching regional dieselization from the coasts.
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Canadian National Railways
CNR
Montreal
Edmonton
Winter electrical fires rise with faulty home wiring
Safety experts warn that a surge in winter electricity use boosts fires across Canada with up to 125 tragedies weekly. Many wiring jobs are inadequate or unchecked, fuse tampering and overloads common. Officials urge skilled electricians, heavy circuits, proper fuses, no rug wiring, UL brands, unheated irons off, and cord wear checks.
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Canada
All Canada Insurance Federation
Underwriters Laboratories
Scholars Debate Christ Birth Date Across Centuries
Written for CPC, Raymond Wilcove notes scholars dispute the exact birth date of Jesus. December 25 is not the birth date per Bible clues, with theories placing birth in late summer or autumn. The Star of Bethlehem may have been a Saturn–Jupiter conjunction in 7 B.C. with other estimates around 4 to 6 B.C.
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Raymond Wilcove
CPC
Jesus Christ
Christ
Luke
Bethlehem
el Paso
Texas
Indian weathervane patterns from Colonial times
The item describes a 16 inch wooden Indian weathervane figure painted in true colors, with tracing designs for the figure and a crowing cock. It shows direction letters and mounting method, mailed for 35 cents within the Windmill and Weathervane Packet of five patterns for $1.50.
Wall cabinet pattern offers folding panels for tools
Pattern 214 illustrates a wall cabinet with four or six folding side panels around a stationary center. Mail for 35 cents. This pattern is part of five patterns in the Wood workers' Packet priced at $1.50. Send orders to the address provided.
Stop the clock on spoilage of fish and meat
Vancouver scientist Dr. Hugh L. A. Tarr has developed a method using Aureomycin to keep fish fresh in ice for up to three weeks without freezing. Accepted by the Canadian government, the process promises healthier, tastier fish for households everywhere and potential relief for underrefrigerated regions worldwide.
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Vancouver
Hugh L. A. Tarr
Department of Fisheries
Tarr
Canada
Ocean
Prairie Lake
Record Manitoba road deaths hit new high in October
Provincial registrar R B Baillie reports 26 people killed and 369 injured on Manitoba roads in October. Ten month highway toll tallies 117 deaths and 1,162 injuries, up from 93 and similar 1955-1950 comparisons, with Winnipeg declines masking provincial rise.
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Manitoba
Callused feet and childhood shoe care
Heavy calluses on any part of the foot should be investigated as they may indicate excessive weight bearing. Consult an orthopedist for simple, comfortable treatments to prevent painful adult outcomes. Children's shoes must be properly shaped, fitted, and supportive with a flexible sole and correct inner margin. For fast-growing feet, choose shoes a half to one size larger.
Pattern 7165 scarf and mitten set directions issued
Alr Bases promotes a college gal friendly gift of warm accessories with pattern 7165. It offers a knit scarf and mittens in sizes small medium and large with two lengths for Dickey sport yarn. Send twenty five cents in coins to obtain the pattern. stamps not accepted.
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Dickey
Household Arts Department patterns from Alice Brooks book
Two free patterns printed in the ALICE BROOKS Needlecraft book offer stunning designs for you and your home. Dozens of other designs to order are available. send 25 cents for a copy of the book right away.
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Alice Brooks
Funny and Otherwise A Local Laugh Pack
A collection of brief humorous anecdotes about train stations marriage woes and heavenly confusion. Jokes feature deaf travelers a long married couple and a minister's baby naming moment with ready quips and regional flavor.
Powdered graphite cures sticky door locks
Powdered graphite can cure sticky locks by blowing powder into the latch opening. A pressure tube of graphite is sold at hardware stores. If the latch sticks, rubbing paste floor wax on the latch and letting it dry may lubricate enough to operate smoothly.
Equinox Meaning of Equal Night From Latin Roots
The term equinox derives from a Latin phrase meaning equal night, describing the two yearly moments when day and night align in length. It marks the spring and autumn transitions, signaling equal duration of daylight and darkness.
Printed Pattern JIFFY-CUT apron pattern style 4855
The Printed Pattern 4855 offers three apron styles for Misses Medium, all on one tissue piece and cut with one yard 35 inch fabric per apron. Includes applique transfer and simple sewing, order by sending 35 cents in coins with name address and style number.
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Heaven
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Toronte
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