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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 09, 1945
Page
2
A historical reflection argues that lasting peace requires readiness for war. It notes post WWI disarmament reduced global arms, while later rearmament by Germany and Japan outpaced Britain the United States France and other democracies, allowing aggression to spread and prolong conflict.
A call to enduring armed strength to deter any conquest as seen in the last decade. Pacifism and isolationism lose meaning as eternal vigilance becomes essential to lasting world peace and global security.
Prime Minister Smuts visited Canada on his return from the San Francisco Conference. He urged belief in the new world organization to prevent wars and cautioned that the price of peace is preparedness. He warned that false security after Versailles led to the present war.
Max Dally of the Savings Bank in Adelaide reports a fisherman sold a rare 1837 gold sovereign found inside a butterfish from the Coorong River. The coin, dating to Queen Victoria’s accession and about as old as South Australia, appeared freshly minted and sellable for $8.
A collection of maxims from historical figures offers guidance on truth, action, reputation, and personal growth. Notable sayings from Mme de Stael Roy L Smith Socrates Mary Baker Eddy Pope and Ruskin emphasize honesty, courage, character, and confidence in persuasion.
The piece notes the high merchant marine casualty rate, one in four, among British ships. It recalls urgent supply convoys to Murmansk along the Far North route and the voluntary unescorted runs when escorts were unavailable, with masters and crews accepting the danger to deliver vital aid to Russia.
The P V Engineering Forum Inc Philadelphia built the largest helicopter under Navy Bureau of Aeronautics contract. It can carry two crew and 10 passengers, lands in a 100 foot diameter area, and features twin end motors and a 48 by 13 foot streamlined fuselage.
The Free Press notes that Winni Peg police arrest habitual drunks and imprison them for seven days if fines are unpaid. This practice, described as the long-standing order since early times, involves pulling offenders from gutters and bringing them before the magistrate on drunk and disorderly charges.
This wartime notice answers questions on meat coupons tokens and sugar for beekeepers. It explains weekly valid M coupons, token changes, and disposal of excess value. It notes only registered beekeepers may receive sugar and that butter coupons 90 to 115 expire August 31.
Canadian Army search teams report that over 15 million guilders looted by German troops in the Netherlands have been seized or recovered. Fur coats valued at about 80000 dollars were found, 12000 of 15000 bicycles looted have been returned, and inspections extended to ambulances and even German women. The loot is held for Allied Nations and will be returned to rightful owners where identified.
With pre war textile labor stretched and stocks exhausted Britons face deeper poverty. Clothing coupons must last a month longer despite cuts in food rations and shrinking supplies.
Miriam Howell, covering an out of town opening for her Samuel Goldwyn studio boss, spills coffee on her lap when a snack car lurches. She dries her dress and orders a second cup after the waitress apologizes for the drink limit.
Civil Affairs unit guides Alderney and Guernsey postwar recovery restoring homes and livelihoods. Repatriation, currency changes, rationing, and import plans are organized with London ministries and British authorities. Officials separate substantiated treason cases from rumors as island life returns.
A collection of light anecdotes and quips featuring a variety of characters. Jokes cover marriage, voices on the telephone, proverbs, sister state puns, tape measures, cooking for invalids, valet lore, and a Scotsman advising his family before travel. Distinct voices and dated humor underscore humorous newspaper humor set.
Rene Steve, aged twelve, receives the Croix de Guerre with bronze star for holding a German patrol at bay during the final Maquis battles in the Alps last year. He is believed to be the youngest Frenchman ever awarded the honor.
The piece notes radar as a priceless wartime asset now aiding peace time travel by preventing aircraft crashes and shipwrecks while reducing railway accidents. It highlights Canada’s role in radar development, cites Re search Enterprises Limited’s output, and traces Thomas James Gracey’s rail industry career and leadership roles.
Over five years Canada lost 37 000 soldiers and 74 000 babies under one year perish in the Dominion. Infant mortality could drop with funding for clinics prenatal care and public health education. The Halifax Chronicle urges aroused public opinion to fund such measures.
W C McGuire of Regina was elected president at the annual meeting of the North West Field Force Association. Lt Col Fairfax Webber presented 1885 Medals to Edward Robinson and others, noting veterans endured hardships and waited decades for recognition. W E Read described land rights under the 1886 Militia Act and a plan to seek $160 cash per medal wearer.
The fragment notes that as early as 2000 B C the Babylonians developed a banking system. The reference highlights ancient finance origins and the sophistication of early monetary practices without specific figures.
A persuasive note warns that tiny daily sugar waste adds up to 26 000 pounds or almost 11 tons per day across Canada. It argues every household spills a little at tea, cereals, and bowls, urging mindful measuring to avert waste.
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