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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 12, 1941
Page
2
The piece argues 1941 may not be the war’s turning point and urges Canadians to endure hard sacrifices, boosting efforts on all fronts. It notes allied production strength from the United States, growing resistance in occupied Europe, and vigour from liberated peoples as a prelude to ultimate Nazi defeat.
The text notes that ermine fur comes from northern weasels during winter when their coat turns white. It also states the Galapagos flightless cormorant cannot breathe with its beak closed and that its nostrils fuse before hatching.
Markings of Fighter planes altered to distinguish from the enemy. Underside of the port wing now black, restoring earlier scheme. Starboard wing undersurface stays duck egg blue with red white and blue roundels preserved.
Delegates at Michigan State College hear that in 17th century France peas were priced at 60 dollars per pint. The lecture contrasts bygone luxury with modern dining habits and utensil challenges on the fork.
Berlin states that at the opportune moment it will reveal the reason for not invading England last fall and claims it can tell Germany. The source notes that the RAF holds the 2398 reason.
Canada and Britain urgently need radio mechanics and engineers for air forces. National registration lists of 8 million citizens are being combed to locate qualified radio training, with about 700 men enlisted so far including 106 officers.
The Department of Mines and Resources reports four Rocky Mountain sheep from Banff National Park will move south. One goes to the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas for genetic work, three to New Mexico for high mountain re stocking. This second shipment follows a year after prior arrivals.
A teacher taunts a student asking if George Washington was a soldier or a sailor. The boy answers soldier because a Delaware crossing photo shows a sailor would not stand in the boat. A note hints at European fears and a Polish music ban by Berlin.
The article explains that Polaris, the north pole star, remains visible only from locations north of the equator and cannot be seen from southern latitudes. It discusses the apparent celestial mechanics that keep Polaris below the horizon for observers south of the equator.
Hon. C. D. Howe outlines Canada’s $100,000,000 chemicals and explosives plan aimed at surpassing First World War output. About 15,000 men on construction and thousands more on production, with shell fittings, chemical and explosives plants starting or soon to start operations. The Allied War Supplies Corporation will supervise 19 related projects while ownership remains with the crown. Payroll now runs about $2,000,000 monthly.
The piece traces silk’s reach from early Chinese rulers to Europe via Venice and Portugal in the 13th century. It notes Aristotle’s legend about a silk skirt at a court, Elizabeth I wearing silk stockings in 1561, and Rev. William Lee’s 1589 knitting invention aimed at easing stockings production, initially doubted for silk thread.
The BBC reports about 1,000 British subjects released from a camp in unoccupied France where they were interned during the French collapse. About 600 more releases are expected soon. Those freed include women with children under 16, women over 60, men over 65, and women whose husbands are over 65.
A V Alexander declares Britain ready for an emergency as the nation enters its greatest hour. He warns the heaviest tasks and the mightiest foe are coming, but promises endurance and courage to meet the onslaught and win victory.
A brief quip contrasts English people with Americans noting that the former do not interrupt as often when others speak. It comments on conversational manners and cultural differences. The remark highlights perceived politeness and listening habits.
A reflective line contrasts present blessings with the tendency to dwell on past mistakes. It suggests dwelling on past blunders muddies the mind and clouds future prospects, prompting worry about what lies ahead.
Russia orders ten large electric switch engines from an American supplier. The deal involves delivery arrangements and potential implications for rail operations as tensions influence trade.
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