Queen Mother Mary Weathers War Years With Steady Grace
The Queen Mother Mary, descendant of the Duke of Cambridge and cousin to the Duke of York, earned deep public regard in Britain. Described by George V as a constant helpmate, she faced sorrow with bravery, served in wartime London, led the W A A during World War I, and remained beloved for over four decades for her democratic warmth and theatre-loving spirit.
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Mary
Duke of Cambridge
George III
Duke of York
George V
London
George VI
Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps
W.A.A
New York Times
Boy asks Belleville police to peel apple
A small boy visits the Belleville Ontario police desk asking the sergeant to peel a large red apple he holds. He explains his baby sister outside cannot eat the skin on. The sergeant obliges. The text adds that America’s most populous bird cities lie on the Aleutian islands.
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Belleville
Ont
America
Aleutian Islands
Disastrous Turn in Casa Grande Confrontation
Chris Morgan and Esteban Velasquez confront Felix Guillermo and Verde in a tense standoff at the Casa Grande. Pancho disables a lamp causing a distraction as Verde fires but misses Morgan, while Pancho plots escape with the group as they plan their next move. Next chapter promises Esteban’s capture of Verde.
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Fter de Nova
Guillermo
Chris Morgan
Senor
Christopher Morgan
Verde
Morgan
Rosita
Esteban
Velasquez
Rojas
de Nova
Diaz
Felix Guillermo
Senor Morgan
Col. Velasquez
Casa Grande
Pancho
Senorita
Caramba
Senor Verde
Raymundo
Tio Pancho
Don Felix
Esteban Velasquez
Senores
Amigo
Tio
Tie Pancho
Tia
Bath Rear Admiral Jones Receives High Honor in Birthday List
Ottawa senior naval officer Vice Chief of Naval Staff Rear Admiral George C. Jones of the Royal Canadian Navy is awarded the Companion of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath in the King's birthday honors.
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George C. Jones
R.C.N
Naval Staff
Ottawa
Order of the Bath
How to Make Leaves Yeast Bread with Whole Wheat
A home bread recipe uses whole wheat and white flour with yeast cake. Steps include soaking yeast in warm liquid with sugar, mixing with flours, kneading, two rise periods, shaping leaf forms, and baking at 380 degrees until lightly browned.
Arrival of American Negro Squadron in North Africa
American negro combat fliers have arrived in North Africa to take their place in the aerial war against the Axis. The aviators compose a fighter squadron and join Allied efforts in the theater.
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North Africa
Four Centuries Ago Indians Practiced Rationing Wars
Tulane professor Robert A. Wauchope notes that North American Indians reportedly used prewar rationing during large campaigns. Armies of 60 000 to 125 000 gathered supplies in advance and allocated them to fighters. Tribes carried gourds of hominy water for sustenance and exacted tribute from conquered lands, with historic records showing town contributions.
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Robert A. Wauchope
Tulane University
Wauchope
Overcoming Nerves and Everyday Health Problems
Advice on nervous tension and stress relief urging rest and fresh air. Promotes a 32 page booklet from the Home Service Department of the Winnipeg Newspaper Union offering relaxation methods and a self help program for women. Send 15 cents and provide name address and booklet title.
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Home Service Dept
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Man
Vitamin ritual at New York agency shocks employees
A leading New York advertising agency reportedly distributes vitamin tablets in cellophane with individual cups to every employee. The ritual occurs three times daily as part of the office routine.
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New York
Canadians drop plan to issue American helmets overseas
Canadian authorities will keep the existing dishpan helmet for about 10 to 12 more months and then switch to a new British design. The United States helmet plan was dropped after British officials chose not to adopt it, due to earphone compatibility issues and signals equipment changes.
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Canada
United States
Army
Average brain weights differ by sex in large sample
A historical report notes that in a sample of 11,000 brains the average weight was 1,361 grams for men and 1,290 grams for women, highlighting a sex-based difference in brain mass.
A Greater Leader With Churchill’s Inspiring Leadership
The Montreal Star praises Winston Churchill as a rare political figure combining Pitt’s brilliance Palmerston’s resolve Gladstone’s eloquence and Disraeli’s wit. It notes his unique ability to inspire other nations and bolster confidence in the United Nations amid global turmoil led by Churchill and Roosevelt.
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Mr. Churchill
Pitt
Palmerston
Gladstone
Disraeli
Churchill
Roosevelt
United Nations
Montreal Star
Stamp's Desert Trek Kit Stolen in London Arrival
Major H. C. Stamp endured two years of desert fighting and paratroop flights with his kit as he traveled five thousand miles. He arrived in London and five minutes later the kit was stolen.
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H. C. Stamp
London
Crossword Puzzle Word List Challenge
A mixed list of crossword clues arranged in horizontal and vertical sections. Includes definitions for court officer, land measures, fruits, animals, metals, and various wordplay prompts with numerous numbered entries and cross references.
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Britain
Suen
The
Palomine Company
Broadwey S' Hamilton
Order of Bath
U.S. Negro Squadron
Home Service
Lydia E. Pinkham
Wes
Chris
Saper
Lithe
Java
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