World Happenings Briefly Told
A digest of global notes: a Moscow to Leningrad to Kiev canal plan. Britain and Britain-Turkey trade pact. a dove leg-band from 1933 shot in Alabama. 1939-40 Australian wheat output up 55.9 million. Hast ings, former Manitoba crown prosecutor, dies. a barrage balloon over Germany disrupts wires and darkens villages. Mark Twain stamp issued with Hannibal ties. Allied contraband control halts some American food and clothing to German Poland. Alberta Metis move from trapping to farming per Health Minister Cross.
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Transport
Moscow
Leningrad
Kiev
Ukraine
Germany
Turkey
Britain
Jack Miner
Kingsville
Ont
Elba
Ala
John L. Crowley
Commonwealth Statistician
William Henry Hastings
Manitoba
Peterborough
Osgoode Hall
Toronto
Mark Twain
Hannibal
Ministry of Economic Warfare
Poland
Well Represented Harrison Family in Seaham
The Harrison family of Seaham England counts a sergeant major two sergeants two lance corporals four gunners and a bugler among relatives. Their four sons include Richard who served in World War I and is now a sergeant. One son-in-law George Dobson served in the last war and has two sons in the army. A note warns rear doors left ajar cause many highway accidents as vehicles start.
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Richard Harrison
Seaham
Eng
Richard
George Dobson
Japan Ships Over Two Million Dollars of Tea to U S in 1939
Japan exported more than 2,000,000 dollars worth of tea to the United States during 1939. The shipment reflects strong trade ties and demand for tea amid growing geopolitical tensions.
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Japan
United States
Peat Bogs Hold U S Market Boom for Fraser Delta
British Columbia peat firms expand to meet wartime U S demand after Germany and Sweden supply cuts. Peat moss valued for soil conditioning absorbency and packing. New Westminster area bogs along Fraser River feed a growing industry as producers rush to scale before market shifts.
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Germany
B.C
United States
British Columbia
Prairies
Maritime Provinces
Canada
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Washington
Sweden
New Westminster
Fraser River
Dominion Department of Mines
Selected Recipes for Fudge Confections
Melt butter and chocolate slowly then add all other ingredients except vanilla. Boil until a firm ball forms in cold water, stir to prevent burning. Remove from heat, let stand until lukewarm. Stir in vanilla and reheat until thick, then turn into buttered tin. Add nuts cherries or raisins while beating.
Strawberry Festival Mold
Dissolve one package Strawberry Jell-O in one pint hot water and stir. Pour into a mold and chill until firm. Unmold and garnish with fresh unhulled strawberries. Add a spoonful of mixed fruit to each serving. Serve plain or with cream. Serves four.
Marshmallows Cut Cleanly With Wet Blades For Dicing
Instructions advise dampening knife blades before dicing marshmallows with scissors to prevent sticking and ragged edges, enabling smooth edges in salads cakes and puddings.
Abyssinian "Fuzzy Wuzzy" Women Gum Hair Over Wood Network
An Abyssinian woman nicknamed "Fuzzy Wuzzy" tames her hair with gum to hold it in a styled network over a wood framework. The scene emphasizes traditional grooming practices and decorative hair arrangements.
Fish in Sargasso Sea Noted For Tail-Eyed Gawk
A peculiar fish caught in the Sargasso Sea shows eyes near its tail, a striking anomaly observed by local anglers. The unusual feature has attracted curiosity from naturalists and collectors alike.
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Sargasso Sea
Aerial Mapping Aids War Effort From Ottawa Talk
R D Davidson of the general staff geographic section described the use of aerial photography topographical mapping for military planning. He noted the need to map large areas at small scales, the limits of forest cover on contour plotting, and the push to coordinate science for national defence. Dean C J Mackenzie outlined Canada’s wartime mobilization of scientists via the National Research Council to meet defence needs.
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R. D. Davidson
General Staf
National Defence Headquarters
Canadian Institute of Surveying
Ottawa
Davidson
Europe
Canada
Dean C. J. Mackenzie
University of Saskatchewan
National Research Council
A. G. L. McNaughton
Germany
National Defence Department
Public Speaking Self Taught Offered By Home Service
A Winnipeg newspaper union notices home study tips for confident public speaking including voice training and breathing. It advertises a 32 page booklet "Public Speaking Self Taught" for 15 cents plus additional pamphlets. Also mentions Shanghai sending 5 400 bales of raw silk to foreign markets last month.
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Home Service Dept
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Man
Shanghai
Anne Adams Pattern 4368 Two Piece Suit With Scalloped Trim
A vintage Anne Adams pattern description discusses Pattern 4368 a slim two piece dress with scalloped jacket edges and a long bodice that forms one piece with the skirt. A second version features a square neckline with ruffles. Patterns 4365 offered in multiple women’s sizes with yardage details and ordering from Winnipeg Pattern Dept.
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Anne Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Never Joked In Court Sir Rollo Graham Campbell
Sir Rollo Graham-Campbell chief magistrate of London retired after 26 years on the Bow Street bench and was known for never joking and for his patience. He seldom smiled yet never lost his temper and he valued fair trials with careful questioning of prisoners. He praised court reporters for their public service.
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Rollo Graham-Campbell
London
Rollo
Bow Street
Safe safety pin idea from two inventors
Charles Sakin of Los Angeles says he contracted with S C Porter of Ogden to use Porter's patent fastener. The inventor notes the simple principle and marvels that it springs shut, calling it a breakthrough in fastening.
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Charles Sakin
Los Angeles
S. C. Porter
Ogden
Sakin
Pigeon Rescues Journey Returns Home After 3000 Mile Flight
A New York racing pigeon sold to a Venezuelan engineer escaped in South America and completed a 3000 mile voyage to fly back to New York. The remarkable feat highlights the bird's endurance and navigational skill.
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New York
Venezuela
Sleeping Like a Mole Phrase Origin
A linguistic note explains that sleeping like a top is misinterpreted from the French dormir comme une taupe meaning to sleep like a mole. The word taupe was mistaken for top in English.
Parable of the Talents Faithfulness in Waiting
Biblical reflection on the Parable of the Talents from Matthew 25 and the Ten Virgins urging vigilance and active service. It explains the master’s return and commendation for faithful use of entrusted gifts, five and two talents, while the one talent bearer hid his provision. It cites Paul on readiness and faithful stewardship of life and power.
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Kingdom of Heaven
Jesus
Christ
Paul
Red Cross to ship clothing parcels to POWs from Canada
London reports the British Red Cross will begin individual clothing parcels to prisoners of war this month, with food parcels currently on hold. Interned civilians receive weekly parcels if listed by the foreign office, while Maple Leaf huts from the last war are cited as a precedent. The Canadian Bankers Association will waive collection charges on Red Cross cheques in Canada.
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Red Cross
Canadian Red Cross
London
Foreign Office
Berkeley Square
England
Canadian Bankers’ Association
Canada
Diamonds fueling steel trade drive vast imports
The report notes thousands of carats of diamonds used by the steel industry each year. Most are dark-gray sharp pebbles called carbons, imported from Brazil, fueling industrial needs despite varied origins.
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Brazil
Estimates Put 40 000 Stringed Instruments In Use In America
Officials estimate there are about 40 000 violins cellos and related stringed instruments in use across the United States. The figure reflects broad ownership among households schools and music clubs and highlights the popularity of stringed instruments nationwide.
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America
It Takes Time to Make Friends and Enemies
A concise reflection on how forming friendships requires patience while enmity can arise in an instant. The quote emphasizes rapid shifts in relationships and the lasting impact of actions on social bonds.
Saskatchewan Tuberculosis Death Rate Highlights Provincial Victory
Dominion figures for 1938 show Saskatchewan with 288 TB deaths per 100 000, compared with Canada's 54 6. if Saskatchewan’s rate applied nationwide there would be 3 233 deaths instead of 6 122. The piece notes progress over the last decade and suggests aiming for a national average like Saskatchewan’s, with some cities reporting as low as 15 deaths per 100 000.
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Canada
Saskatchewan
Editorial Note on Dr McCullough Cancer Articles
Readers may obtain the complete set of Dr McCulloughs cancer articles by writing to The Health League of Canada at 105 Bond St Toronto Ont.
Parachute Folding Prudence Shaped by AAF Sergeant
An English air force para chute section showcases meticulous folding. A WAAF corporal explains the process and the care needed as she demonstrates on a 40 foot table. She ties life and gear together noting her fiancé is a pilot and may need the chute.
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England
Women's Auxiliary Air Force
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Scoxter
Alberta
W. W. Cross
Mickie
Home Service
Buckley
Q Mixxture
Johann Schmidt
A. J. Betts
Dunstable
DR. J. W. S. McCullough
Royal Air Force
Samoa
Woma Bam
Lydia E. Pinkabie
Lydia E. Pinkham
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