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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 25, 1940
Page
2
A manufacturing speech urges standardization of English pronunciation on Canadian radio. It argues announcers shape a future Canadian speech, warns against wild variations, and suggests a national school for announcers to ensure uniformity and prevent linguistic chaos across stations.
A local shop owner touts his business with a bold claim that he runs the right kind of store. The proprietor advertises a selection featuring bagpipes and other musical instruments, inviting passersby to explore his offerings.
Proverbial wisdom emerges from extensive experience as nearly two thirds of Greece’s population relies on farming for sustenance. The saying reflects rural values guiding daily work and social norms.
George Herring, head of the Air and Land Mail Service, told the Commons Railways and Shipping Committee that payments to Trans-Canada Air Lines and two other carriers totaled 2,250,000 last year with an estimated 430,000 this year. He attributed the increases to service expansion, noting mail volume rose from 39,000 pounds to 740,000 pounds over three years and that doubling volume could pay for itself in five. He said the 60 cents per pound rate may drop after December 31 when revenue and expense differences are reviewed, with hopes passengers will bear more of airline costs and mail rates falling to 99 cents next year.
In a call to action Britain faces its most dangerous days and must act now. All ages and classes must unite to form an effective barrier against Nazi domination, with courage and resolve to defend the country to the death if necessary. The urgency is total and the nation must stop the Germans at every turn.
A mix of recipe excerpts including corage roi cottage roll with mustard and corn syrup, a boiled meat prep finished with glaze, and a cake batter with nut brown top. Also notes Cornish town Liskeara marking its 700th anniversary with Richard Earl of Cornwall granting the first charter in 1240 amid celebratory events.
A short tip suggests dipping the bread raise in hot water before buttering to make spreading easier. This old kitchen trick emphasizes warming the bread to soften it and improve butter distribution.
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