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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 15, 1954
Page
9
Maria, shy but brave, overcomes fear and social snubs by diving from the high board and joining the group at the Carter cottage. Her bold swim and confident arrival break the silent rift, leading to a shared chorus and acceptance without demanding approval.
An ad touts Moone’s Emerald Oil as a clean antiseptic oil that provides quick relief for eczema itching toes rashes and other skin troubles. It claims rapid healing of open sores ulcers pimples and eruptions and promises easy availability at drug stores with satisfaction guaranteed.
One yard 45 inch fabric suffices for bolero and four inch skirt seams listed. Includes Misses sizes 10 through 18 with complete illustrated instructions. Send 35 cents in stamps, write size name address and pattern number to Anne Pattern Dept. 66 Front Street W Toronto.
Alberta will test a continent wide anti polio vaccine this summer with an undetermined number of children in grades two and three in Calgary and Edmonton. Health authorities expect 2000 to 10000 doses from a Toronto laboratory and will follow lab specifications. Last year Alberta reported 1413 polio cases and 109 deaths.
The Canadian Forestry Association will offer lessons in tree planting from a classroom on wheels touring farming areas of Alberta from August 9 to 30. Experts will address farmers on the benefits of planting trees on farm property.
Alta farmer John Waltham celebrated his birthday by winning a new automobile in the curling association bingo. A year earlier he tied for a similar prize but lost in the draw.
J A Christie chairman of the Highway Traffic Board urged motorists in Saskatchewan to Make Courtesy Your Code of The Road during 1954. The campaign aims to reduce traffic violations which cause most fatal accidents and is supported by service clubs with dash and bumper stickers and a pocket calendar outlining seven courtesy rules.
A brief guide lists do’s and don’ts for a safer happier summer. Do use insect repellent and care with fish hooks while carrying a compass in unfamiliar territory. Don’ t stay in direct sun long enough to burn, drink only pasteurized milk, boil stream water, avoid diving in unseen waters, and limit ice cold drinks in heat.
A prairie fire in southern Alberta burned about 100 acres and uncovered Indian teepee circles, clusters of rocks left by early tribes on the prairies. The cuckoo and the cowbird lay their eggs in the nests of other birds.
E J Marshall director of forests announced in Prince Albert that Saskatchewan plans major planting this year. 103000 lodgepole pine Siberian larch and Scots pine will be set in Fort a la Corne, 25000 lodgepole pines in Cypress Hills, and 500 Manchurian elm near Chaplin.
Saskatchewan veterinarians report a high toll from foot rot among bulls last year with many animals left lame or unsound for the season. If moisture remains elevated this year more reports may come, says Dr. T. V. Johnston. Prevention includes avoiding boggy areas and conducting copper sulfate footbaths and antibiotic treatments.
A new $500 annual scholarship for University of Saskatchewan entrants is offered by Union Carbide Canada Limited. The program starts with one scholar this fall and rises to four by 1957, with eligibility based on high school standing, recommendation, and future career aims in business or industry.
About 90 war amputees and paraplegics in Alberta receive free automobile license plates as a government service. Disabled applicants buy plates normally, apply for a refund with the Provincial Secretary's Department, and the Motor Vehicle Branch forwards approved cases to the Treasury for payment.
Cristobal Colon peak in Colom bia rises to 18947 feet, claiming the loftiest coastal upland status in the world. The height figure marks a notable geographic benchmark for maritime mountains.
Frontier plans a July 9 celebration as part of sports day to honor Dr Murrough OBrien who delivered about 9000 babies over 57 years of practice in Canada. Registrations from former patients are sought to compile an honor roll for presentation at Frontier. The project includes a forthcoming 80000 word biography Saddlebag Surgeon by Robert Tyre with royalties partly supporting the doctor.
In Vancouver British Columbia a 14 year old boy named Robert Waters was one of 31 recipients of gallantry decorations by Governor General Massey. Waters earned the George Medal for crawling through heat and flames to reach a burning Lancaster wreck at Comox on Vancouver Island and dragging the injured pilot to safety, actions credited with saving the pilot’s life.
Regina Saskatchewan license plates in 1955 will carry a Jubilee theme with green numbers on white background. Hon. C. M. Fines announced the Saskatchewan Golden Jubilee committee designed the plates with the words Saskatchewan Golden Jubilee 1955 inscribed. The committee rejected a more ornate design as impractical to reproduce.
The Home Workshop pattern 315 offers a five position back rest chaise with a weather resistant ready made pad 76 by 26 inches in colors. Finish options include natural wood stain or pad color matching paint. Pattern includes step by step saw and assembly directions. The Lawn and Garden Furniture Packet with five patterns costs 1.50. Department P P L Home Workshop Pattern Service 4433 West Fifth Avenue Vancouver B C.
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