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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 05, 1940
Page
3
Inspector Jim Carlton visits the High Court officer Mr Ellenbury to seek facts about the Gibbins case. Ellenbury confirms an old pension payment and denies knowledge of Mrs Annie Gibbins, while Harlow’s influence casts doubt on the evidence and timing of inquiries.
A London detective questions Mr Stebbings about Marling, a wild, erratic man who may have gone to Buenos Aires. Stebbings, cautious and loyal, suggests Harlow is a tyrant and hints he could reveal more only via legal channels. Jim leaves Bloomsbury unsatisfied, noting missing details and Aileen’s absence.
A Hamilton Spectator piece questions German air superiority in World War I era, noting inflated German claims and British losses. It cites a Colliers interview with a German officer describing poorly built planes and leader driven formations, arguing manpower and training limit German output versus British pilot skill.
A collection of aphorisms stressing human unity and mutual aid. Quotations touch on destiny, mystic bonds, helping others, and elevating humanity through love and shared purpose. Included voices cite Edwin Markham Carlyle Hubbard Mary Baker Eddy Edmund Gosse.
Professor Alperto Baroniani, former editor of Italy’s largest paper, predicts defeat for fascism as Hitler’s control grows. Tarchiani, exiled from Italy since 1925, joined the discussion from Canada stating Corriere della Sera lost autonomy and freedom to Germany. Epidemics of boils are unknown, a cited physician notes.
Lindbergh Road residents petition to rename their street citing Col Lindbergh perceived anti British stance. They propose naming it after a Royal Air Force hero to honor aviation heritage.
A 99 year old reader seeks help for acne and blemishes. The beauty adviser prescribes gentle cleansing, warm oil to loosen blackheads, antiseptic touch, and overnight creams. A 82 page booklet details facials makeup and hair and skin care. 15 cents postage for copies from Winnipeg Newspaper Union. Other booklets listed include plant care slip covers nerves curtains crafts and weaving.
Two dozen veterans of the First Great War arrived in Toronto with sickness, wounds, or disabilities. Cpl. Michael MacToronto Highlander says most will not return to England and recalls the tough reception awaiting any who do. Families welcomed the men as older veterans admit long standing ailments have finally caught up.
The Royal Institute refuses to cover any portion of the expenses for ten evacuation boats, signaling a dispute over funding responsibility amid ongoing emergency preparations.
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