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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 16, 1943
Page
4
Prime Minister Mackenzie King urged Canada to double down on war effort on the fifth anniversary of entry into the war. He warned that civilization may die if North America's factories mines and forests fail to supply weapons and munitions and called for united intensified labor and sacrifice.
The Children's Aid Society of Central Manitoba with headquarters in Portage la Prairie runs an annual lands appeal from Sept 27 to Oct 2. Workers are in war service aiding the Dependants Allowance and Trust Boards, supporting sailors soldiers and airmen families across a 9000 square mile district. The society logged 207 help calls last year, showing staff industry and dedication.
Serving in Sicily on Monday, Pte Neil Cook's family received a letter home. He notes Canadian troops passed Gibraltar and Malta and came within a mile of North Africa, traveling through lava-carved valleys from Mount Etna’s 1888 eruption. He describes rugged country, fruit trees, olive groves, and primitive, poor living conditions. He says locals welcome Allied troops and resent Mussolini’s taxes, and asks friends to remember him.
In loving memory of our dear son and brother Fit Skt C A Kitson who gave his life on active service September 17 1942. The almond blossom white upon the augh the darting swallow ever on the wing. Proudly remembered by Dad Mum Marie Gene and Dennis.
Public notice states the 1946 North Norfolk assessment roll is deposited and may be inspected for fifteen days. Complaints must be filed in writing at least ten days before the Court of Revision sitting on October 7 at 1:30 pm in MacGregor Municipal Hall. Dated MacGregor September 1943. G. E. Lewin Sec Tres Rural Mun North Norfolk.
Postmaster General Mulock asks Canadians to mail Christmas gifts early for overseas forces. Deadline is November 1st. Include sender and recipient addresses, prepay postage, and use sturdy packaging. Packages must be under 11 pounds with sealed containers for liquids and perishable items avoided.
MacGregor Collegiate reopened on Tuesday September 7 inviting back many old pupils and welcoming new ones. Dr Jubb made his annual visit on Wednesday to provide inoculations as classes began. On September 13 pupils elected officers for the term with Beverley Mac Kinnon as President Florence Venn as Vice President Joyce Saunders as SecTreas a sports committee and a literary society committee were also chosen.
Local garden column notes the arrival of unusual vegetable varieties this season. George highlights quirky produce like giant pumpkins and odd gourds, inviting readers to try homegrown specimens and share their own garden findings.
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