Ottawa Moves To Cut Down Train Travel
Munitions Minister Howe announced elimination of certain reduced rail fares and warned that unless civilian travel is voluntarily curtailed further restrictions may follow. The ban, effective midnight Aug 31, covers routes between eastern and western Canada and between the prairies and Pacific coast, with exceptions for armed forces travel and pre bought tickets.
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Ottawa
Howe
Canada
The
Prairies
Pacific Coast
Mr Howe
Raiders Pressure South Atlantic Trade Routes
British naval sources predict a large scale German attack by surface ships and submarines on Allied merchant traffic in the south Atlantic. Reports claim a raider 1,000 miles off Brazil and 45 231 tons sunk off American and West African coasts. The route feeds India Egypt Russia and Britain. Axis raiders have moved from the Bay of Biscay since France fell.
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South Atlantic
London
Rio de Janeiro
Brazilian
German
High Command
Egypt
India
Russia
Tran
South America
Britain
Bay of Biscay
France
FAST WORKERS HALIFAX ARP RUSHES STIRRUP PUMPS TO FIRE
A Halifax ARP detachment quickly responded to a garage fire. Two stirrup pumps arrived and the blaze was put out before the fire department reached the scene.
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Halifax
ARP
Red Cross Appeals Gain for England Wales Farmers
London farmers and farm workers in England and Wales have given $4,500,000 to the Red Cross through voluntary levies over the past two years.
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London
England and
Wales
Red Cross
Native Sons urge Canada to aid returning servicemen
The Native Sons of Canada in Kenora Ont urged the Dominion government to bar immigration after the war until men and women who wore the Canadian uniform have full opportunity to re establish themselves. The call emphasizes priority for veterans and equal chances in employment and settlement.
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Kenora
Ont
Native Sons of Canada
Dominion
Canada at War Says Canadians Fail To Realize It
Wing Commander N W Timmerman, Canadian born holder of the DSO and DFC, warned that Canada does not grasp the war threat. He noted Canadians still think in dollars and cents and must experience an air raid to understand that Canada is at war. He spoke before returning to his post as chief instructor at the Pennfield Ridge bombing unit in Nova Scotia.
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Montreal
N. W. Timmerman
RAF
Canada
Lfe
Timmerman
Pennfield Ridge
N.S
U S Forces in India Sent to Aid China in War Effort
The State Department clarifies American troops in India serve to prosecute the United Nations war against the Axis and to aid China. They will refrain from involvement in India's internal politics and may use defensive force only to protect personnel or supplies.
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Washington
India
State Department
Department
China
United Nations
United States
Lack of teachers may force BC school closures
Victoria reports that up to forty to fifty British Columbia schools could close when term starts in September due to teacher shortages seen by Education Minister Perry.
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Victoria
British Columbia
Perry
War Conditions Force Banks to Close Branches
Montreal reports that Canadian banks will consolidate operations during wartime. President M. St Pierre says 80 branches nationwide are being closed or exchanged to minimize customer disruption, with 23 of those in the Montreal district.
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Montreal
M. St. Pierre
Canadian Bankers’ Association
St. Pierre
Thanksgiving Day Proclaimed Across Canada
Canada Gazette announces observance of Thanksgiving on Monday October 12. The proclamation sets the date for nationwide recognition and holiday observance.
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Ottawa
Canada
Canada Gazette
Only Krvolite Mine In Greenland Ships to UN
Danish ambassador Henrik de Kauffman says Greenland hosts the world’s sole krvolite mine. He notes shipments used with aluminum to the US and Canada have tripled since Allied bases took over in April 1941. He travels Western Canada with Mrs. de Kauffman visiting Danish communities.
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Krvolite
Greenland
United Nations
Edmonton
Henrik de Kauffman
Canada
Mrs. de Kauffman
Western Canada
London seeks Tokyo list of prisoners of war
Inquiries by the British government aim to learn from Tokyo when and how a full list of prisoners of war and civilian internees now in Japanese custody will be provided. A list was expected on one of two diplomatic exchange ships that reached Lourenco Marques but was not aboard.
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London
Tokyo
Lourenco Marques
Portuguese West Africa
Japan
War plants may be slowed to ease scarce materials
Washington reports that fast running war plants could be closed or slowed temporarily to reduce scarce materials drain. The plan was disclosed by an official who asked to remain anonymous.
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Washington
U.S. War Production Board
Denials Shut Down Alberta Sugar Rumor Claims
Ottawa wartime price board chief Noble denounces circulating stories that Canada has 400 million pounds of sugar in Alberta and that rationing is unnecessary. He notes Alberta production is far below that figure, excess stocks sent east, and warns extra demand would endanger vulnerable shipping and seamen in wartime.
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Ottawa SR. Noble
Wartime Prices and Trade Board
Canada
Noble
Alberta
Women Repair Ships Boost at Vancouver Plant
Six women join the North Van Ship Repairs Limited at the Template shops running threader machines. Machinists union officers say these women will be admitted on the same terms as men.
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Vancouver
North van Ship Repairs Limited
Machinists’ Union
Navy reports successful submarine hunting and expansion plans
Navy Minister Macdonald said the Royal Canadian Navy has enjoyed good submarine hunting, crediting trans Atlantic convoy work. He outlined ongoing construction and training projects to expand facilities to 5 000 to 6 000 personnel and noted total strength around 40 000 with 400 500 ships and 60 under construction.
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Ottawa
Royal Canadian Navy
Macdonald
A. V. Alexander
Admiralty
Canada
Royal Navy
New Six Month Ration Books Issued For Sept 7
Ottawa reports the wartime prices and trade board outlines six month ration books to be distributed Sept 7. Only tea coffee and sugar will be coupon rationed initially. Emergency coupons are precautionary and not destined for use. Ration Book No 1 features five coupon series including sugar and tea coffee substitutions. Tea and coffee coupons cover two weeks each after Sept 7. Children under 12 do not receive tea coffee coupons. Each book bears a serial number and ration office address with a detachable postal card for updates.
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Ottawa
Prices and Trade Board
Sweden imposes weekly meat ration at 8 ounces per person
On April 21 Sweden set a meat ration of 8 ounces per person weekly. The measure aims to curb meat use amid shortages and applies to all citizens.
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Sweden
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