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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jan 29, 1942

Page

6

Churchill visit 深ens Canada ties in wartime tour

Canadian editors report meeting Winston Churchill in London after attending his House of Commons address. Brendan Bracken arranges gallery seats and a private briefing in the Prime Minister's office where Churchill accepts questions and signs letters for each journalist. Churchill praises Canada, promises messages for return, and stresses Allied resolve.

Winston Churchill Britain Empire England Churchill Tate Ottawa London House of Commons Westminster British Council Bandon Canada British Isles FE. D. O'Brien Enme Brendan Bracken Bracken Ruides Howler Ea Taote Guy Fawkes Mr. Bracken Ar Tor Pree Preas Sergeant At Arms Documenta Foreign Office Winston .Churchill

Milk the essential food bargain for health and growth

Frances Hucks, dietitian of the Milk Foundation of Toronto, argues that milk should be eaten daily by children and adults to supply major portions of the diet. She notes milk provides calcium, riboflavin, phosphorus, vitamin A, protein and calories, making up substantial daily requirements at a low cost.

Frances Hucks Iame Wyealth The Health League of Canada Miss Hucks Milk Foundation of Toronto Hucks

Peplum Fashion Idea Returns in London Styles

In London designers revive the peplum silhouette with rocketing interest. Garments feature pendant pockets and blouses extending below the belt, with extra material at the sides and back beneath the waistline for a dramatic shape.

London

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Hybrids Aim to Restore Prairie Soil with Perennial Grass

Ottawa officials report progress in breeding a large seeded perennial grass to curb soil drifting on the prairies. Over 140 fertile hybrids between perennial grasses and wheat have been produced by the National Research Council and the Dominion Forage Crops Laboratory in Saukaton. Initial tests will determine forage value under varying soils and climates before broader distribution.

Ottawa Agriculture Prairies Ins National “Research Council Dominion Forage Crops Laboratory Saukatoon Udix Canada

Theatre managers seek exemption for chorus girls and stars

London reports the theatre managers Committee has asked the Under Ministry to exempt enough chorus girls and theatrical stars from conscription to keep troops and war workers entertained.

London Theatre Managers Committee Undor

Plan Farmerettes For U. S. In 1942

Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt plans to recruit an army of farmerettes to support enlarged crops next summer. The effort aims to free workers for defense jobs in industrial areas by organizing women for farm and garden tasks through training and physical exercise programs. The plan envisions teachers students and other unemployed summer participants joining the movement called Women’s Lane Agony.

Washington Franklin D. Roosevelt Department of Agriculture Roosevelt Office of Civilian Defence

Vield-Marshal Receives Baton in Cape Town Tribute

Cape Town ceremony features field marshal baton presented to a senior officer on behalf of the king. Prime Minister Jan Christian Smuts expresses deep sympathy for His Majesty and for South Africa, praising the king's honor toward the country and its people.

Cape Town Cio-On Jan_Christian Smuts

Glass Saves Steel in War Factory Canteens

Britain uses toughened glass to replace steel in hot cabinet lap plates. The translucent glass withstands 120 to 180 degrees, reduces heating costs, and eases staff work in canteens and cafeterias amid wartime shortages.

Britain

Licences Granted and Applications Added to Mailing List

The board announces that every person granted a licence or who has applied will be listed on the mailing list. Your name will be added upon receipt of your application.

Wartime Prices and Trade Board Licence Instructions

Citizens must obtain an application from the nearest post office and complete it to receive a Licence Identification Card with a licence number. No licence fee. Changes in depot, address, or business type must be reported within 10 days to the Director of Licensing in Ottawa. Cards remain valid for the duration of the Maximum Prices Regulations unless suspended or cancelled. Existing licences are automatically mailed before March 31 1942. No renewal required.

Prices and Trade Board Ottawa

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