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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 18, 1942
Page
6
The Dominion expects to spend about 2.8 billion and raise nearly 1.5 billion in revenue for the year ending March 31 1942. Borrowing is projected around 1.8 billion with a new year starting April 1 1942 likely to require more than 1.3 billion. War expenditure rises from 1939 and is forecast at 2.85 billion for the current year.
The Decker Wig held a Valentine gathering with a roll call of original valentines and a Court Whist tournament led by Mrs. Roachey and Mrs. Wyatt. A farewell for Mrs. L McDougall announced departure for war work in Ottawa. Guests included Mr and Mrs W Baxter and Laverne Bedford visiting from Winnipeg.
The report details rising tax revenue from expanded production and National Income, yet borrowing needs grow as expenditure outpaces revenue. It notes a prewar deficit of 80 million, widening to 356 million in the first war year, 1,096 million in the second year, and about 1,300 million in the current year, with next year set to exceed these peaks.
Crandall rinks led by J Gregory beat Decker rinks. Big carnival at local rink raises 1800 for Junior Red Cross. Mrs H McInnis led the event with music by H Gill. awards included Comic Couple Valen tine and Bo Peep among others.
Mrs L Anderson visited her mother Mrs M Fleming in Brandon last week. Mabel McGhee arrived from Winnipeg to spend two weeks with her parents Mr and Mrs J Metthee. The YP met at Jack Anderson’s home last Tuesday with the Mission Band led by Edwin Rose in charge. Sympathy goes to the McCoubrey family after the death of Alex McCoubrey of Winnipeg, formerly CP Rail engineer and Alpine Club of Canada president. Mrs Sobkowich and son Tommy leave for Montreal to visit Inc and O S Victor Sobkowich of St Hyacinthe before a transfer to Halifax.
The Canadian Wheat Board acting for the Wartime Prices and Trade Board fixes a minimum charge for recleaning grains including wheat barley rye and flaxseed. Added to the ceiling price per bushel the fee is Wheat 150 Barley 160 Rye 160 Flaxseed 25. Sale of recleaned grain as seed is prohibited under the Seeds Act.
Canadian National Railways system reports gross revenues of 9.687 million for the 10 days ending January 31, 1942, up from 7.088 million for the same period in 1941, an increase.
Canada urges citizens to lend money to support democracy through War Savings Certificates. The campaign promotes civilian financial backing for war efforts and national defense.
Dr K Neathy Decreter outlines next two to three months of seed planning for farmers. Topics include acreage allocation, crop variety choices, seed sources, and whether to use commercial or certified stocks. Alberta Seed Fair in Edmonton January 21–22, Saskatchewan Farm Week January 13–16, with university and provincial fairs featuring seed grading exhibits and germination displays.
A Canadian Pacific ticket agent Mr J S Winter announced special bargain fare tickets to Eastern Canada destinations will go on sale February 21 to March 7. Tickets allow stopovers within a 45 day return limit across three classes.
Available coaches Tourist and Standard sleeping cars with air conditioning. Dining and observation cars provide convenient tray service for passengers. Mr. Winter has full details and will supply information to interested parties.
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