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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 12, 1940
Page
4
Ten days before Christmas local merchants urge shoppers to use this issue to simplify gift buying. Stores display Yuletide stock despite wartime shortages and have kept prices stable. Shoppers are encouraged to enjoy the season, support young people, and read advertisements to maximize value while giving joy.
In the House of Commons on December 2, the Prime Minister warned of a grave danger, praising Britain and civilization while urging full effort. He warned Germany's military strength is unprecedented and that most of Europe lies under its control, aided by conquered materials and forced manpower.
Provincial Executive of the Canadian Legion announces 60 000 pounds of turkey for shipment to Canadian Overseas corps. Manitoba share is 10 000 pounds. Canadaers Manitoba Co operative Swift Canadian and Pat Burns Co will receive turkeys at shipping points, tagged by the donor, to pack and ship to Winnipeg for export to troops. No turkeys accepted after Saturday December 14.
The text stresses Britain's, India’s, and Dominions’ need to ready ships and troops to counter threats to communication lines and supply routes. It warns the world could head toward Armageddon, relying on Britain’s might, supported by the Dominions, India, and allied liberty-loving nations, including the United States.
Government approved and blood tested hens offered for sale by Mrs. F McLachlan at Katrinne MacGregor phone 75 12. Breeding stock available from a farm in MacGregor district. Sale posting notes health clearances and contact details for purchasers.
J P MacKinnon, commander of North Norfolk and District Company, with Dr Jubb and Messrs Gates and Morrsson, inspected the Katrimne Platoon last Thursday. Over thirty paraded as Albert Heselwood and Arthur Groves led squad and arm drills and musketry instruction. MacKinnon praised attendance and progress while Dr Jubb and R B Gates outlined first aid aims and course content.
Ford introduces longer wheelbase and broader bodies with improved ride in 1941 models DeLuxe and Super Deluxe. Mercury 8 redesign emphasizes spacious interior and streamlined styling with updated gear ratios for quicker acceleration, advertised by local dealer R E Lye and featured in the Ford ad.
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