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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 20, 1941
Page
7
Of Interest to Women presents a collection of onion carrot creamed pea and potato soups with steps. Recipes cite consumer department guidance and offer variations using stock onions carrots celery and milk for hearty warming bowls.
Detroit star Halden Tamski known as a U S swimming champion shifts from city life to a dairy farm near Monroe Michigan. She plans to defend her Buffalo title in March while embracing farming and Holstein meetings. Her husband Fred Tallis supports the move as she shifts focus from aquatic glory to agriculture.
A film project linked to President Roosevelt and Canada features his speech promoting democracy. The Canadian National film board and CBC presented the voice with a Montreal transmission of his Washington words guiding the film’s message.
Britain reports a decisive shift in war effort with chemical exports rising sharply and industrial output expanding. The article notes gains in the chemical sector, broader production increases, and stronger shipments to neutrals and allies, reflecting progress across key regions including the United States and Commonwealth nations.
A government order in Canberra takes control of all apples and pears harvested in the Commonwealth up to July. Independent eating will be prohibited under the hoard’s central authority.
A diaristic column describes enduring a frigid morning and a car breakdown. The writer celebrates a warm spot by a radiator and recounts steering through icy roads, freezing ruts, and a seized brake, while detailing family and Red Cross charity efforts and a long wish list of supplies.
War era London keeps couture alive as designers craft discreet gowns from tweeds and woollens. Victor Stiebel, now a Royal Engineer lieutenant, oversees fabric colors and fittings in Mayfair while government backs his travel to Scotland and Yorkshire for dress shaping. Models appear in South American shoots, and designers adapt to ministry guidelines amid blackout and rationing.
In a late 19th or early 20th century recount, a group led by Mary and other women workers describes their day sewing quilts and fabric pieces. The narrative recalls a communal workshop at a Yorkshire area site with discussions on patent tools and model frames.
Ottawa reports show intense House debate over a $1.2 billion appropriation within the 1941 42 budget. Finance Minister Yesley expected to introduce fund appropriations after the resolution is adopted. Controversy centers on military training production and provincial wheat measures amid war effort debates.
A clipped quote contrasts Britain's use of factual publicity with Germany's alleged reliance on lies and greed. The source notes FOOW and Onriline comment, raising questions about wartime messaging and propaganda strategies.
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