World Happenings Briefly Told
The Nagasaki Maru sank after hitting a mine near Nagasaki on May 13. Germany plans a 300000 colony in Nazi occupied White Russia. German para commander quotes a tribute to a British spider. Paratroop pay rises noted. Sir James Grigg spoke in Commons. A mobile kitchen to Accrington from Halifax. Few French nationals will return to France after consular closures. CanTeen donations to firemen in Cardiff Swansea and Bristol. Reuters report on prisoner living conditions in Hong Kong. Boris of Bulgaria described as a prisoner in Sofia with doubled bodyguard.
Scrap Old Vessel Wolverine Reaches End of Lake Armor
The 98 year old U S S Michigan known as the Wolverine will be scrapped to aid the war effort. Critics argued for preserving the armored ship as a historic relic after years of decay in Misery Bay, Lake Erie.
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Great Lakes
U.S.S. Michigan
Misery Bay
Lake Erie
Child's Play Wardrobe from Anne Adams Pattern 4047
Four piece toddler wardrobe including overalls bonnet playsuit and bolero from Pattern 4047 available in sizes 2 4 and 6. Fabric yardage specified for each piece and price sent with order 20 cents to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Winnipeg Newspaper Union 175 McDermot Ave Winnipeg Man 2466.
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Anne Adams
Winnipeg
McDermot Ave
Man
Statue of Liberty Awe described by Lord Halifax in New York
The British Ambassador Lord Halifax visits Bedloe's Island and hails the Statue of Liberty as magnificent and must see. He hikes the interior paths from base to head, notes structural details, and reflects on liberty and WWII French-United States ties.
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Lord Halifax
New York
Bedice's Island
Battery Wharf
Manhattan
Bartholdi
Paris
Bedloe’s Island
United States
St. Thomas
Canada Considers Voluntary Tea Rationing
Ottawa officials indicate tea shipments are tight due to the Pacific situation and expect voluntary restrictions to follow sugar regulation models. Penalties would apply for overbuying and hoarding, with public cooperation essential to fair distribution and enforcement.
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Pacific
Canada
Prices and Trade Board
Wings Awarded to Air Training Plan Graduates at Dauphin
A large class of graduates from Canadian provinces and U S boys received their wings at No 10 Service Flying Training School Dauphin Manitoba Major J E Ramsden presented the awards The Dauphin school is commanded by Group Captain A H Wilson Read names include F E Brooks D W Smalley C McInnes E Burton D M Carey R K Jasper L A Westman L P Anderson with locations Brandon Wawa Nesa Winnipeg Minne soda
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United States
No. 10
Service Flying Training School
Dauphin
Manitoba
J. E. Ramsden
Dauphin School
A. H. Wilson
F. E. Brooks
Brandon
D. W. Smalley
Wawanesa
German Scientist Claims Indefinite Vitamin Tablet for Besieged Troops
German scientist Dr. Rittwagen announces a new type vitamin tablet that supposedly contains all food values to sustain besieged men for an indefinite period. He says nine tablets make a day’s nourishment and plans experiments on selected home service troops.
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Rittwagen
Canada Tops World in Lakes and Inland Waters
Canada contains more lakes and inland waters than any other nation, a fact highlighted for its vast geography. The statement underscores the country’s ample freshwater resources and extensive shoreline.
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Canada
Country
World
Erith Converts Pool to Emergency Water Reservoir
Erith in Kent has repurposed its swimming pool to supply clean water in an emergency for about 204000 people. The pool holds 70000 gallons and, with pumps, can deliver 408000 gallons daily plus 70000 gallons in reserve, supporting drinking needs at two gallons per person per day.
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National Fire Service
Erith
Britain and World Forest Areas Compared
The article notes about eleven and a half million square miles of world forests, with two and a half million belonging to the British Empire. It states only Russia and Brazil rival Britain in forest area, with Russia similar in size and Brazil about two million. Germany has a small share.
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Russia
Brazil
Empire
Germany
Crucifixion Narrative in Gospel Accounts and Pilate’s Inscription
A devotional outline on the crucifixion of Jesus, citing Isaiah 53 and Luke 23, 34 with cross references to John 19. The lesson notes the Golgotha site, the two thieves, the forgiveness prayer, mockery by rulers and soldiers, and the three-language inscription reading This is the King of Jews. It reflects on the atoning purpose and the eye of faith in seeing Behold the Lamb of God.
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Jerusalem
Calvaria
Christ
God
Pilate
Jesus
Worker Diet for Wartime Efficiency Outlined by Expert
Dr. A C Ivy of Northwestern University addressed the Congress on Industrial Health in Chicago, outlining daily calorie needs for eight hour workers at 3500 to 5000 calories, with heavy labor requiring up to 6000. He urged a balanced diet rich in minerals including milk, whole grains, bread, meats, eggs, and greens, warning against excessive fat.
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Congress On Industrial Health
Chicago
A C. Ivy
Northwestern University
Congress
Dr. Ivy
Grow Their Own R A F Stations Go Into Vegetable Gardening
RAF aerodrome campaign expands dig for victory efforts with many stations aiming for self sufficiency in vegetables. A former expansion added acres of virgin land. a transport officer from a Lincolnshire farming family helped by a farmer and volunteers to till ground for surplus for all messes.
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RAF
London Times
Birmingham Lord Mayor Foresees Postwar Britain
Norman Tiptaft, Lord Mayor of Birmingham, argues wartime organization can underpin a postwar program. He envisions community schools where the Duke’s son and the Dustman’s son sit together in a united, improved England.
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Britain
Norman Tiptaft
Birmingham
England
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White
von der Heyde
James Grigg
Commons
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Accrington
Lancashire
A. E Bryan
France
Legation
Cardiff
Swansea
Bristol
Vincent Massey
Reuters News Agency
Hong Kong
London Daily Mail
Ankara
Boris
Bulgaria
Sofia
Child's Play
Statue of Liberty
South America
Lake Titicaca
Wes
Humboldt Valley
Nevada
Pesaace
Fincanos
Alissa
Sweden
Finland
Ottawa
Air Training Plan
By Fred Neher
English Town
Gene Byrnes
Orter
R.A.F
NEW Order
Mickie
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