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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 01, 1943
Page
4
The Canadian Seed Growers Association urges farmers to plan seed production with crop rotation, land and labour management, and careful variety selection. Avoid mixing crops, limit varieties per field, and avoid experimental strains to ensure reliable seed quality.
Elsa Dunbar head of the overseas department thanks the Canadian Red Cross Society for invaluable help over the past year. She notes clothes and boots are reused in exchanges for growing children and credits Canadians with providing a proper British Christmas despite toy shortages and scarce candies.
A printer altered a poster to call Edwin Booth the eminent tragedian, prompting Booth to request just his name. The next week townsfolk saw posters proclaiming Simple Edwin Booth, reflecting the misquote and Booths preference for simplicity.
Principal J R Barnard of Gansbaai school earned credit for a $300,000 harbor after twelve years of persistent effort. His goal was to raise living standards for local fisherfolk by securing a harbor at the fishing village, now finally accepted by authorities.
The Niagara Falls Review notes the British tonnage used in RAF bombings over Germany is 2,240 pounds per ton, larger than the American ton of 2,000 pounds. This distinction highlights the scale of Allied air campaigns described in wartime reporting.
Duncan Sandys announced in Norwood that Britain is mass producing a mechanical fuse for anti aircraft shells doubling accuracy over the old powder fuse. The fuses allow bursts at greater heights and from longer ranges with concentrated fire on enemy planes. The work is done largely by women using watch making machinery.
Dr Harry N. Holmes, president of the American Chemical Society, reports limited experiments suggesting vitamin C and corbic acid may reduce surgical shock. He seeks Army trials and notes corbic acid is a by-product of explosive manufacture at about $1 an ounce, historically $90.
The anecdote recalls Vice President Wallace as Agriculture Secretary meeting Mrs. Wise in New York. He arrived early and introduced himself as Secretary Wallace, prompting Mrs Wise to introduce other guests before clarifying whose secretary he claimed to be.
Wooden steaks and hams appear in windows of Dutch butchers under Nazi occupation. The fake cuts fill empty spaces while maintaining appearances. A Nazi trade paper promotes their use and provides instructions for making imitation sirloins and other cuts.
Britain plans stay-at-home entertainments for summer vacations as war drive limits travel. Theatres, parks, halls to host plays, concerts, circuses and fairs while war workers are encouraged to take weekend camping trips organized by the camping association.
Mrs. Canada urged to salvage old attire rather than ration clothing. J A Klein, administrator of fine clothing under the wartime prices board, told reporters that turning attic finds into current fashion and refitting a father's suit for junior could avoid necessary clothing rationing.
A new concentrated custard powder blends dried egg yolks dried skim milk vegetable shortening artificial vanilla and salt. It is designed to preserve well in all climates without rancidity or sourness, offering high food value and pleasant flavor.
Lagos announces appointments of African supervisors over native treasuries, administration accounts, and stores as part of the British policy to delegate authority to Nigerian natives.
A new germicidal lamp, an ultra violet device, may curb airborne infections by destroying bacteria. Trials at an RCAF training station and tests by the Hospital for Sick Children and University of Toronto Pediatrics support its potential, with indirect lighting installation possible.
The King approves the Conspicuous Gallantry Medal for airmen in air operations against the enemy. It will rank above the Distinguished Flying Medal. The Distinguished Conduct Medal may be awarded to airmen for gallantry in ground actions.
A Russian communique reports German authorities hanged Italian soldiers in a public square in the Orel region after beating a trainload of satellite troops who refused to fight. The claim portrays a harsh reprisal linked to Axis coercion and discipline amid wartime transport.
Dr. Russell C. Erb of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathy endorses sending flowers to patients. He notes flowers are harmless and symbolize life, offering a highly beneficial effect on morale and outlook in the sick room.
The Administrator of Farm Machinery announces rationing offices in Vancouver Calgary Edmonton Regina Saskatoon Winnipeg London Toronto Ottawa Montreal Quebec Saint John Truro and Charlottetown. Experienced staff will appraise farmers equipment needs in each district to allocate limited new machines efficiently.
The London Daily Sketch reports a new German cargo submarine model failed due to heaviness and slowness. Experts note underwater speed of seven knots. One craft carried a Nazi trade mission to Japan four months ago and disappeared. Construction plans have been canceled.
Capt Jimmy Wade and Capt John G Moe survived a forced landing while aiding an injured bomber crew. After spending five days on ice and two in a snow igloo they were helped by natives and guided toward civilization, stopping at remote outposts before rescue. Wade recalled the ordeal as a grim yet hopeful Christmas journey.
On the eve of her American debut Anna Pavlova flew into a temper at rehearsal. Her manager Charles Dillingham calmed her, blaming stagehands for fountain noise and ordering soft water. Pavlova approved after a half hour of chaos.
A Brockville Ontario letter urges citizens to accept wartime rationing of tea butter and beer to aid those overseas. The writer George A Wright calls for sacrifice and collective effort stressing tough times and support for the war effort.
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