McCord Reveals Homeward Path From War and Gold Quest
John McCord tells Alan Cameron how a wartime escape to Labrador began with a wife who left, a daughter Heather, and a search for gold along the Koksoak River. He explains forged papers, a dangerous hunt, and a plan to reach Noel upriver before freeze up, amid a web of impostors and lawmen.
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McCord
Noel
Alan
Lake Bienville
Fort George
McQueen
W McCord
Heather
John
McQueen Slade
Neil Campbell
Crook
John McCord
Labrador
Ontario
Pulp and Lumber
Yukon
Messines Ridge
Manitou Gorge
Dessane
McCann
Dee
Rota
Hudson's Bay
Tetiadaon's Bay
Fort Chimo
Skulls
Amete
Aleck
Skulla
Chimo
British Censorship Becomes Less Exacting On Press
The British press censorship, once harsh and delayed, has improved with censored copy now passing more smoothly. Reporters recall earlier long waits and fear of edits, while recent exchanges show courteous telephone calls and small deletions, as in a RAF training school report where three words were struck after a brief argument.
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Ministry of Nation
Grime Remover Promises Easy Cleaning with Lye Solution
A cleaning note touts Gillett's Pure Flake Lye as a no rub solution that cuts grease clears drains and keeps homes sanitary. It claims the product scours pots and pans and eases heavy cleaning with a ready tin kept handy.
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Gillett
Right Spirit Anna Neagle Returns to Help Britain
British government calls on Anna Neagle, a film star seen in several notable pictures, to offer services after finishing a Hollywood engagement. She plans to return to England at once, stating she cannot stay in comfort while England faces danger and may entertain behind the lines if needed.
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Anna Neagie
Hollywood
England
Miss Neagle
Calgary Herald
Sun Heat on Tropics Equal to Coal Combustion
Engineers estimate that the tropical sun delivers energy to one square mile for eight hours amounting to the output of burning about 7,400 tons of coal. The figure highlights vast solar power potential and underscores the energetic scale of natural sunlight.
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Sropics
Tire pressure check for safer brake inspection
Ensure tires are at recommended pressure before brake inspection. Proper tire inflation improves braking performance and reduces wear. Consult vehicle manual or tire placard for exact psi values and adjust while the tires are cold for accuracy.
Clutch Pedal Free Movement Advised For Autos
A guidance note explains the clutch pedal should offer at least one free movement kick before engaging. Mechanics emphasize checking play to prevent abrupt engagement and wear on the linkage.
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Slade
Sanford
Law
Hanbury
Mrs. Hanbury
Cameron
Police
Quebec
Aes
Seevora
Fred Olson
London
Oslo
Bergen
Beas
Jones
Postum
General Foods Limited
Cobourg
Tervil—Cont
George Marsh
Edoura
Sta
Radio College OF Canada
Bir
Street West
Toronto
Roe
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