Winter protection saves machine costs on Saskatchewan farms
Mechanical specialist Jack Peck of the Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture says protecting tires, belts, batteries and engines from harsh winter conditions can save hundreds of dollars in operating costs. Proper storage, cleaning, painting, draining, and tagging of serviced equipment extend life, reduce downtime, and ease spring reassembly for tractors and other farm machinery.
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Jack Peck
Mechanica
Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture
Peck
Mr. Peck
CPR enlarges bus rail union program across three provinces
The Canadian Pacific Railway expands its bus rail integration across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta to provide convenient feeder services to transcontinental trains. The plan links Winnipeg Brandon and Arborg Raverton Great Falls areas in Manitoba Saskatchewan connects Regina Moose Jaw Yorkton Nipawin Prince Albert Saskatoon Ponteix La Fleche and extends to Edmonton northeast and east with towns Hardisty Clandonald and Vegreville for rail connections to Winnipeg and eastern Canada.
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Canadian Pacific Railway
Prairie Provinces
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Brandon
Arborg- Raverton
Great Falls
Saskatchewan
Regina
Moose Jaw
Yorkton-Nipawin
Prince Albert
Saskatoon
Ponteix
LaFleche
Alberta
Coronation
Lacombe
Edmonton
Canada
Hardisty
Clandonald
Vegreville
Plan It Now campaign to beat Saskatchewan winter unemployment
Hon. C. Co. Williams announces a Province of Saskatchewan Plan It Now campaign to combat winter unemployment as a step toward the national Do It Now drive. He urges all Saskatchewan residents and businesses to undertake small or large construction repairs and renovations, pledging federal, provincial and local cooperation to minimize seasonal layoffs.
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Saskatchewan
Hon. C. Co. Williams
Canada
Willams
Johnnie Gets His Gun In Alexandria Raccoon Raid
In Alexandria Ontario a man named John Proulx retrieved a 22 rifle to deal with four raccoons that had set up in a local garage near McMillan's taxi stand. He shot them as they entered, ending the intrusion in rapid sequence.
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Dixie
Alexandria
McMillan
John Proulx
McMillan's
Johnnie
Glengarry News
Ont
Freedomite claim 500 sign up for Russia trip in valley
A Grand Forks Freedomite member said 500 adults in the district have signed for emigration to Russia, disputing a Gazette report that no forms had been filed. He noted forms would be turned in to Attorney-General Robert Bonner at the proper time, while R. Macgregor had received no applications.
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Freedomite
Russia
Grand Forks
Sons of Freedom Sect
Gazette
R. Macgregor
Robert Bonner
Prisoner’s prayer and Freedomites trip plan noted
An inmate at B C Penitentiary writes a devotional verse about a loyal wife and endurance. In a separate report, a Grand Forks spokesman notes a pending trip to Russia for 300 Freedomites amid an extension granted to sign up 500 names. The War Cry feature cites opinions from an unnamed sect leader and mentions Attorney General Bonner. Road courtesy advised.
Stamp issuance Brings Fifth of Liechtenstein Income
Revenue from issuing new stamps accounts for a fifth of Liechtenstein's government income, marking a notable source of state finance amid broader fiscal policy and annual budget considerations.
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Liechtenstein
Elegant crochet chair set pattern from Toronto department
Gee Bees offers a crochet pattern 7298 for a matching elegant pansy chair set and oval doilies. Includes chair back 17 by 13 inches, arm rest 8 by 14 by 21 inches, doilies 25 by 17 and 24 by 8.1 inches. Send 35 cents to the Household Arts Department in Toronto for delivery.
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Valentine
Fsasehold Arts Department
Department P.P.L
Front Street W
Toronto
Freezing Young Chicken Tips From Provincial Nutritionist
Provincial nutritionist advises plan to freeze broiler fryers when plentiful. Freshness, wrapping, freezer temperature and storage duration determine home frozen chicken quality. Ensure cleanliness, remove pinfeathers, wash in cold water, dry, and use moisture resistant wrapping for longer storage.
Premier to Improve Diesel Tax System
Premier Duff Roblin of Manitoba seeks comments from diesel fuel handlers on a proposed reporting form to record all sales for motor vehicle tax purposes. The aim is to tighten tax collection as diesel use increases and avoid at-source taxation.
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Duff Roblin
Manitoba
Roblin
Giant carrot weighs over a pound and a half long
The Carrot River Observer reports Billy Stadnyk of Carrot River Saskatchewan grew a huge carrot weighing one pound five and a half ounces and about 11 inches long. Billy, ten years old, is the son of Mr and Mrs W Stadnyk.
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Billy Stadnyk
the Observer
Billy
Winter resort potential grows in Rossland area
Local chamber pressure and recreation officials announce a concrete plan for King George Park with camper units and picnic sites due by July 1, 1959. The district, known for long winters, highlights Rossland as a premier winter resort with snow and ski facilities, noting a new $50,000 poma lift at Seymour Mountain set for the 1958 59 season and backed by Hon. Newton Steacy and Hon. E C Westwood.
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Chamber of Commerce
Department of Recreation
King George Park
Rossland
B.C
Red Mountain
Newton Steacy
E. C. Westwood
Seymour Mountain
Vancouver
Happy Valley
Manning Trail
Earle Pletsch
Seymour Park
Department of Recreation and Conservation
Westwood
The Springhill Miracle News Inspires Canadians Across the Country
Canadians from coast to coast rejoice as relatives learn that several Springhill miners survived six days trapped almost three miles underground. The rescue effort, aided by Draegermen, lifts spirits while honoring the dead and honoring those who risked their lives to save others.
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Springhill
Draegermen
Rural fire fighting equipment debate in High River area
A major rural fire at the de Foras farm prompts discussion on municipally owned fire units placed in towns villages and rural points. Proposals include mobile chemical extinguishers and water tanks with pumps with district brigades trained. Costs are weighed against fire losses and municipal funds.
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de Foras
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Sons
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the Mercury
Estevan, Sask
Eldiax
Great West Coal
Mr. Klimax
Western Dominion Mine
Hearts and
Gee Bees
Utility Coal Ltd
Saskatchewan Power Corporation
Boundary Dam
Rossland, B.C
the Daily Graphic
Portage la Prairie, Man
the Times
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