A Fading Dream of Western Canadian Agriculture After War
The article weighs postwar prospects for surplus Western Canada farm outputs. It cites the National Chemurgic committee and D G McKenzie on shifting land from wheat to crops for industrial use, including oils, juices, starch, and alcohol. It notes practical limits due to transport costs and competition, urging continued research and practical steps toward cheaper processes despite uncertainty.
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Canada
D. G. McKenzie
Social Welfare
Christian Social Council of Canada
National
Chemurgic Committee
McKenzie
Winnipeg
Prairie
West
Howser
Hollywood Director Joins Royal Canadian Navy at Halifax
Lieut. John Farrow husband of Maureen O'Sullivan arrived in Halifax ready to sail for the Royal Canadian Navy saying he is proud and happy to serve. He praised naval work since the war began and noted his film career paused for military duty.
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Royal Canadian Navy
John Farrow
Hollywood
Maureen O'Sullivan
Halifax
Farrow
Crew of Columbus told of lighting benzine to scuttle ship
San Francisco Chronicle recounts Angel Island interviews with Columbus crew of 580. Torchmen failed to reach lifeboats as benzine flooded the decks, risking a catastrophic explosion. The British destroyer halted the ship on December 19, and about 150 of 512 crew members were later returned to Germany via Japan.
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Columbus
San Franciso Chronicle
Angel Island
San Francisco
Germany
Japan
London balloon barrage shows improved efficiency against raids
A press association reporter visiting balloon units described London’s barrage as increasingly effective in hindering enemy aircraft from reaching targets. He noted that an enemy plane would face a “very disagreeable surprise” if it attempted to fly through the barrage, an assertion supported by RAF demonstration flights.
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London
Press Association
Royal Air Force
Canals See Increased Traffic as Mules Boost Britain Transport
Britain plans to boost canal use for long distance freight to ease gasoline shortages. Officials expect 2,245 canal mule teams to move more goods this year, increasing traffic and reducing reliance on other transport modes.
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Britain
Goats Trained to Lead Horses in Fire Drills Across London
War era notes show hundreds of goats installed in stables around London to lead horses from burning stables. The method reportedly works without blindfolding horses. A curious piece of wartime adaptation highlights livestock aiding evacuation. Delivery delays persist as censorship slows mail between Swiss towns and nearby German points, with 22 days sometimes.
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London
Eng
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