Radio battery care for weak reception in rural Canada
The article advises checking A and RB batteries in battery-operated radios when reception is weak, replacing or recharging if needed. If batteries are charged and the aerial and ground wires are correct but reception remains poor, consult a radio dealer. Use only manufacturer recommended batteries and ensure proper voltage for tube circuits. A good outside aerial improves rural reception by reducing interference from power lines and streetcar wires.
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Canada
Canada’s Lend Lease Plan Aims to Aid Allies in War
Canada plans to lend one billion dollars in war supplies to Allied nations under a 1945 framework. The program expands Canada’s role as a full UN partner, leveraging increased domestic production to support Britain, Russia, China, and other allies while avoiding duplication with the U.S. Lend-Lease.
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Canada
United Nations
Britain
Russia
China
British Empire
London
Australia
New Zealand
United States
J. L. Tisley
Newspapers urge noise curb with wartime thrift pitch
Slogan declares Noise is noise at any time as a campaign banner. Municipal rules cut night clamor by 60 percent but daylight noise remains. Newspapers claim eighty percent of day-noises could be eliminated and tie it to patriotism and savings with War Savings certificates.
Manitoulin Island Cattle Hike Beats War Losses
War impact on Manitoulin Island shows population decline due to military enlistment and industry but beef cattle rise by 50 percent. Sheep numbers now three to every cattle unit, reflecting agricultural shifts during wartime.
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Manitoulin Island
Japan Could Sustain 70 Million on Limited Farmland
The article notes Japan supports about 70 million people on arable land that would fit a circle with a 75 mile radius and warns of the need to mobilize to deter those who might challenge such sustenance.
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Japan
All-Bran Promises Relief From Constipation
An advertisement urges wartime workers to use All-Bran to relieve constipation by increasing dietary bulk. It claims a better, lasting effect than laxatives offering only temporary relief amid busy wartime duties.
Swine Worms and Health Management in Pigs
The article outlines common swine parasites, mainly the Ascaris roundworm, its life cycle from eggs to adult, and the resulting liver and lung damage. It notes symptoms such as a persistent cough and unthriftiness, and recommends Phenothiazine for deworming, plus strict prevention through clean, scalded pens, hot water, and lye, especially around farrowing and indoor winter housing.
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Bec Me
Cellophane Packaging Cuts Egg Shipments to Britain
Frozen eggs are now packed in cellophane with a cardboard overcoat to save metal. Commercial shipments of Canadian dried eggs are being sent to Britain in 14 pound packages.
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Britain
Canning Sugar Guides Issued For Wartime Ration Book
The Wartime Prices and Trade Board distributes Canning Guides with No 2 Ration Book applications to households. The book helps estimate sugar needs for preserving seasonal fruit from June to October and notes jars seals and fruit amounts. Mailing instructions specify sending completed sugar applications to the nearest Local Ration Board by April 15.
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Earest Local Ration Board
Four Loaves of White Bread Method
A dated bread recipe describes making four loaves using yeast cake, sugar, salt, butter, and four cups of sifted flour for the sponge. Overnight rise followed by additional flour, kneading, shaping in greased pans, second rise, and baking until done.
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Yonge
Bible Society aids armed forces with free scriptures
A wartime appeal notes the British and Foreign Bible Society has supplied 453000 pocket New Testament and Psalms copies to chaplains at over 60000 dollars to ensure every member of His Majesty's forces can obtain a copy. Many service members have not asked for theirs, and the society seeks wider cooperation.
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British and Foreign Bible Society
His Majesty's Forces
Iis
Society
God
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