Medical Care Of The Military Forces Is A Matter Of Timely Interest
The article traces the evolution of Britain's Army Medical Service from 1689 to 1900, noting pay, ranks, and professional status while contrasting permanent and non permanent medical corps in Canada. It cites Dr. D E Robertson and discusses professional standing, training, and the role of civilian surgeons in military needs.
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Great Britain
Army Medical Service Corps
Oainer
London
Middleton
D. E. Robertson
Academy of Medicine
Toronto
John Hunter
Portugal
Royal Army Medical Corps
Robertson
Canada
Department of Pensions and National Health
Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps
Cost of producing hogs key to Canada UK pork shipments
A.W. Peterson warns production costs influence Canada’s ability to supply Britain with bacon and pork. He notes weekly exports up to 5.6 million pounds and calls for improved hog quality while recounting wartime price dynamics and current favorable feed hog price relations. Juliette Gaultier urges preservation of Canadian folk songs and crafts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.W. Peterson
Dominion Department of Agriculture
Ontario
Yorkshire Breeders’ Association
Great Britain
Peterson
United Kingdom
Canada
United States
Juliette Gutier de la Verendrye
Sir Wilfrid Laurier
Women’s Canadian Club
Toronto
Miss Gaultier
France
Louisiana
War talk risks life or death if Hitler wins
Ottawa Journal notes that delaying or appeasing aims could mean annihilation from a Hitler victory. The piece argues the current war is existence or extinction and calls for decisive action to defend future freedom and avoid total slavery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Lothian
Hitler
Ottawa Journal
Turkey's Area Split Between Asia and Europe
Turkey covers around 300000 square miles, with about 290000 in Asia and 10000 in Europe, showing a predominantly Asian geographic footprint.
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Turkey
Asia
Europe
Royal jelly research tests in a beehive at Guelph
University of Toronto chemists prepare for an experiment to determine if royal jelly can be broken down and potentially synthesized. Results may impact its use for retarded children and other diseases, with testing in a hive at Ontario Agricultural College in Guelph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Toronto
Ontario Agricultural College
Guelph
Ont
C. C. Lucas
G. F. Townsend
United States Naval
W. G. H. Finch
Finch
Finch Tele-Communications, Inc
Passaic
N.J
Winged Mammal Among Gliders and Bats
The Malaysian flying lemur is described as the most completely winged of mammals after the bat. A skin membrane links its limbs and tail, enabling a leap and glide similar to flying squirrels rather than true flight.
Life insurance protection covers sixty five million Americans
A report notes that sixty five million people in the United States hold life insurance policies. The figure reflects broad participation in life coverage across demographics and regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Pattern 6577 Embroidered Panel for Home Decor
Pattern 6577 offers a transfer design for a 15 by 19 inch panel with a color chart and stitch illustrations. Includes materials list and instructions. send 20 cents to the Household Arts Department of the Winnipeg Newspaper Union at 175 McDermot Ave. E. to obtain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Household Arts Department
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave
E. Ee
Alice Brooks
Romans Build Paris Arena Now Hidden as Shelter
The article notes a Roman arena near Mouffetard in the Latin Quarter later repurposed as a safe shelter after the war. Modern workers uncovered well preserved seating and caverns beneath the arena used today as bomb shelters with iron bars and anti rust coatings. Additional shelters lie in the Paris underground railway wine caves and even the catacombs rumored to return to use during siren alerts.
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Paris
Caesar
Rome
International studies on Souris River dam effects
The International Joint Commission will study how dams on the Souris River from Saskatchewan to Manitoba affect lower-water levels in Manitoba. Canadian and U.S. engineers will report, with emphasis on fair water apportionment and feasible control measures. The Canadian agriculture department notes irrigation plans tied to drought relief efforts.
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Souris
Saskatchewan
North Dakota
Manitoba
Red River
International Joint Commission
Canada
United States
Charles Stewart
Ottawa
Departments of Interior and Agriculture
Departments of Agriculture and Mines and Resources
Canadian
Department of Agriculture
Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Organization
International Commission
Timely German Winter Safety Tips Warn Against Hot Alcohol
Lokalanzeiger counsels Germans facing extreme cold to avoid hot alcohol as alcohol can worsen freezing. It urges rubbing exposed areas such as the nose, briskly rubbing a red or blue nose with snow if available, and to keep moving to stay warm. An Egyptian tomb image shows a black puppy named Ebony in hieroglyphics under a master's chair.
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Lokalanzeiger
Airplane fuel and oil efficiency figures noted
An average aeroplane uses about 2.6 miles per gallon of gasoline and roughly 100 miles per gallon of lubricating oil for propulsion and lubrication estimates.
Empire Air Plan Aimed at Relocation of RAF Wives and Children
The Empire air plan may move hundreds of RAF men families to Canada with new homes and schools, pending government support. High technical officers are selected to relocate for aeronautical instruction while several tons of training material and equipment accompany them.
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Royal Air Force
Canada
Dominion
Hopeless Mood as Private Leaves Military Hospital
A private, with a gloomy expression, comes down the steps of a military hospital. A passing comrade greets him and asks about the verge art major. The reply is sad and says there is no hope, but he must return to duty tomorrow.
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Bill
Emerald Trade From South America Reaches Europe in 16th Century
A historical note records Europe receiving emeralds from South America during the late 1500s. The snippet highlights early global trade links and the value placed on precious stones as European demand expanded.
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Europe
South America
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Richard Coe
Winfield
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Coe
T. A. Crerar
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Egypt
Germany
Royal Agricultural Society of England
British Association
Thomas Middleton
Sir Thomas
Les Oublielles
Empire Air Plan
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