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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 17, 1942
Page
3
Soviet Foreign Commissar Molotov charged the German high command with plans for universal plunder terror and the physical extermination of war prisoners. He described occupation to seize land for German managers, force Soviet labor, destroy Russian culture, and massacre Soviet citizens regardless of status or age.
London reports that the British Empire’s armed forces recorded 183550 casualties in the first two years of war ending Sept 2 1941. Clement Attlee testified before Parliament listing 49973 killed 46363 wounded 58458 prisoners and 29156 missing with breakdown by United Kingdom dominions India Burma and colonies.
Agriculture Minister Gardiner told the House there is no general ruling this year forcing farmers to file by May 31 for the wheat acreage reduction bonus. He noted farmers who altered their acreage since last year should send a return. Lt Col Ross Con of Souris questioned possible farmer confusion on the point.
Johannesburg detective testifies a portable explosive magazine was found on a farm occupied by one of 48 accused of belonging to an illegal storm troopers group. The witness says the magazine held explosives and a buried gelignite tin under a tree, with a stocked farmhouse amid rations radio parts ammunition and pistols. Toronto report notes Miss War Worker beauty contest for women war workers with overalls required and a $400 prize.
Mrs. Reba Kelly, who spent four years in Italy, says she wept upon returning to the United States at the sight of white bread. She had not seen a loaf in two years on her voyage back aboard the Swedish liner Drottningholm.
Vaughan president of the Canadian National Railways in a Canadian Manufacturers Association convention interview says rail facilities can handle more business after the war. He notes no manpower shortage yet but mentions a possibility of replacing men with women.
Air Chief Marshal Harris warned Britain would stage large scale air raids on Germany though he denied setting fixed numbers. He criticized the idea of immediate mass bombing from North America and said such a capability would come in time, not yet.
Ottawa honors list recognizes gallantry and efficiency in Canadian air service on the King’s birthday. The first Canada wide awards include one George Cross posthumously to LAC K M Gravell and two George Medals among others for bravery and efficiency in aircraft rescue and fire fighting.
Wing Cmdr. P. H. Woodruff of Edmonton is awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for leading an RCAF Blenheim fighter squadron in the coastal command during a recent attack on the German cruiser Prinz Eugen.
The senate banking and commerce committee approved a measure to amend the criminal code allowing photographs of documents and records to be used as evidence. In a separate note, Berlin’s wartime fate is recalled with two occupancies by Russia in 1760 and Napoleon in 1806.
New Delhi announces creation of a war resources committee to implement United States mission recommendations. The body includes the viceroy and council members from defence supply finance commerce and communications to oversee India’s industrial output.
Prime Minister Winston Churchill wearing air commodore uniform inspects bomber stations in the northeast of England during a wartime visit. The scene highlights military leadership and home front defense.
Equimalt authorities report a Canadian naval vessel rescued 25 crew members from a sunken United States merchant ship torpedoed off the Washington coast. The rescue followed the torpedo attack and involved naval authorities directing efforts from nearby facilities.
Ottawa reports prairie provinces earned 68.887 million dollars from farm product sales in the first three months of 1942, up 5.948 million from 1941. Wheat sales were 13.75 million, hogs 23.298 million, cattle and calves 13.29 million, dairy 7.801 million, livestock products 48.774 million, with gains over 1941 across multiple categories.
King George makes a naval visit to United States warships at a British base. He is greeted with RN and US ceremony, visits a cruiser and a battleship, chats with officers and crew, inspects quarters and gun turrets, and praises shipshape routines as Admiral Giffin notes the moment strengthens allied unity against the Axis.
Government salvage officer signs bulk sale contracts with Northern Petroleum Corp Ltd of Kamsack for used lubricating oil at air and army training centres in Sas katchewan. Oil priced at 83-10 cents per gallon with one year terms from April 15, 1941.
Comedian Stanley Lupino, father of actress Ida Lupino and a renowned international entertainer, died recently in London at age 47. The passing closes a notable career in stage and screen comedy.
Agriculture Secretary Wickard convened the new wartime food committee to assess production prospects and survey requirements for military lend lease and civilian needs. The nine member group, created by the War Production Board, aims to control food production, import, and allocation in the U.S. The federal crop reporting board forecasts records may be exceeded if favorable weather continues. In Europe, German-occupied regions face a severe season due to a harsh winter, late spring dryness, and shortages of labor and supplies.
Ottawa reports that by end May half of the 90 000 to 100 000 men needed for the period to March 1943 had enlisted. Prime Minister Mackenzie King defended voluntary recruitment, warned against overdraining essential services, and linked total war mobilization to broader national effort rather than overseas conscription alone.
The Commons radio committee backs a short wave system for Canada with immediate equipment availability though a purchase window may close soon. A prior session heard from Dr. A Frigon CBC that current channels used by other nations risk interference, yet operations remain possible.
Leonard Knott a 37 year old former newspaperman organizes a new branch of the Bureau of Public Information to coordinate information issued by various government departments in Ottawa.
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