Slogan as slavery claim sparks China commune tale
The feature recounts Mr. Tung of the Bureau of People's Communes describing Shang-Shun, a Chinese commune, showing how shared labor, wages for wives, and nursery care save families. He rebuts Western claims that communism breaks families while noting 24,000 such units across China and a drive to feed 650 million people.
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Mr. Tung
Bureau of People's Communes
Peking
China
Shang-Shun
U.S
Mystery letter funds conscience debt row at CNR agent
A letter postmarked Edmonton arrived at the Winnipeg CNR district passenger agent declaring a $40 conscience payment to be placed in the proper fund. The notes reflect broader thoughts on China, population, and Communist development observed by a Canadian traveler, including glimpses of Shanghai, Beijing, and honest urban life. The piece closes with a note on Canadian manufacturing taxes and shareholder returns in 1959.
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Edmonton
CNR
Winnipeg
Shanghai
China
Plant care tips for holiday watering
Practical advice for keeping houseplants healthy while away. Water thoroughly then seal each pot in a polythene bag to trap moisture and prevent wilting. This simple method helps preserve soil moisture and plant vitality during absences.
Ranching expert from Hamar visits Communist China
F. Tanner of Hamar Alberta, renowned ranching and farming expert, shares views from his trip to Communist China in a three part article series.
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F. Tanner
Hamar
Alberta
China
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Halifax
Americas
Essex
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Centre
Tecumseh, Ont
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Gordon
Mrs. Leach
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