Winnipeg Tribune Pictorial Heroic Flood Edition
Winnipeg's Tribune presents a special flood pictorial edition detailing the Red River disaster in southern Manitoba. It features striking photos by Snot, tevuesa, and staff work showing Lyndale dike defenses and the city of Str Bonita Norwood, with proceeds to Manitoba relief.
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Pension plans spread in wartime Canadian industry
REG HARDY reports from Ottawa on a Department of Labor survey showing pension schemes expanding among 1940s Canadian employers. Coverage varies by sector with heavy reach in manufacturing and less in transportation and seasonal industries, where wartime profits and personnel needs pushed firms to consider pensions (Continued on page six).
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Britain offers aid to Winnipeg flood victims
London says Britain will send drugs medical services and skilled personnel to help flood victims in Winnipeg. Prime Minister Attlee said Britain wishes to show sympathy through practical assistance. In Canada officials relay that aid will be offered in any power. Manitoba works to recover as business groups labor leaders welfare agencies and municipalities unite to raise funds for Red River flood relief.
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Canada urged to set $40 pension for all over 70
Ottawa reports the Canadian Welfare Council urged the federal government to pay a flat $40 monthly pension to all persons 70 years and over and to those 65 to 70 who are able to work full time. The council urged periodic reviews and targeted access based on need and health.
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Wind Threatens Fort Gary Dike Near River Station
In Winnipeg a southeast wind at 24 mph raised the Red River crest six inches and pushed floodwaters toward the station. Officials recorded a rising threat as the water level climbed, with reports continuing on the next page.
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Atlantic pact move eyed by Western ministers
London AP reports foreign ministers reached a communique after a four day session. Deputies will develop a permanent high command and oversee a defence plan with least delay. The plan aims to unite Britain France and others under a Western Europe defence effort with possible American support after 1952 Marshall aid.
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Flood Aid Dance and Sports Events This Week
Tonight a flood aid dance at Selah. Friday baseball at 6 15 p m Senior Tigers meet S A R Flyers for the flood championship. Saturday Tage day sponsored by four I C C E Chapters with a teen dance to raise flood aid. Wednesday Moose Lodge western dance admission by contribution. May 23 Connaught Golf Club dance by the A GTs Winnipeg Spark plugs.
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City to Start on Gas Well Drilling Program
The city will begin gas well drilling next Monday using utility owned equipment. Four wells are to be drilled this year at an estimated cost of 20000 dollars. Dane McRoberts of Calgary is retained to manage actual drilling under Superintendent Bob Beitz. Workmen prepare site setup in the northeast lease, with four wells planned to match prior contract pricing and future asset value.
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Emigrant Briton Faces Tough Choice for New Life Abroad
An emigrant outlines the high costs and restrictions of moving to Canada or Australia. He cites fare, upfront sums, and limited bank funds as obstacles, noting possible $750 to depart and only $3,000 on arrival. He warns of unemployment and housing scarcity in Canada, while Australia offers a large pool of available jobs.
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Smilestones and Stranger Guide Through Dark Road
A native volunteer guides a lost stranger through a dark road while reflecting on bad places, saying they are finding them. The exchange hints at pursuit and risk in a tense, terse dialogue.
Switchmen Strike Threatens Across U S Railroads
Chicago dispatch reports ten midwestern and western railroads faced a 6 000 man strike threat by the Switchmen's Union of North America in a wage dispute. The walkout dubbed for Tuesday aimed to push 48 hours pay for a 40 hour week, targeting six carriers including Chicago Great Western and Chicago Rock Island Pacific.
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Coffee crop slashed by rains in Colombia
Government spokesman says prolonged rains have reduced Colombia's coffee crop by nearly 50 percent, threatening the nation's economy.
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Atlanta Bus and Trolley Strike Leaves City Transit Idle
Atlanta drivers went on strike for higher wages, halting city transit for about 400,000 residents. Operators joined the Georgia Power Company picket line but many took to private cars to offer free rides to former trolley customers.
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Princess Fathia Defies the King in Egypt Crisis
In San Francisco a fragmentary report says Princess Fathia defies the Egyptian king over a disputed marriage. The 19 year old princess’s promise to wed Riad-Ghali angered authorities who demand return to Egypt within 60 days.Wedding plans and royal family efforts to calm tensions follow, with a Coptic princess and her mother involved.
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