World Happenings Briefly Told From Far and Near
Canada doubles steel output since the Second Great War outbreak. Laurence S. Dalgieish 71 dies after sending the first experimental ship radio message. Britain faces a 5–6 year gap to train 20 000 teachers. Trinidad Tobago Red Cross raises 17000. London’s St Pauls organ repair costs 15000 pounds. Sir S Varadachariar elected honorary master of the inner temple. UK to revive beef cattle and submarginal wheat grass. German V weapons kill 5000, injure 21000, destroy 10000 Antwerp homes. India to build a ammonia sulphate plant of 350000 tons annually near coal fields.
Balloons Once Used by Britain Sink German Bombers
The Daily Telegraph notes that Japanese planned balloons cost about four dollars and were used to attack German bombers worth around two hundred thousand. Balloons carried a tin can mine on piano wire with a fuse to guide them to raiders, a method Britain had employed since 1941.
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Daily Telegraph
Telegraph
Brazil as Ally in World War II Efforts
The Buffalo Courier-Express editorial argues Brazil’s war declaration against Japan strengthens Allied solidarity and secures U.S. use of Brazilian bases. It notes Brazil’s substantial role in the war, including air bases, supplies, and Italian campaign troops, and anticipates future manpower if needed.
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Brazil
Japan
United States
Europe
United Nations
Buffalo Courier-Express
British Second Army Launches Mammoth Wartime Circus
The British 2nd Army gathers clowns trapeze artists bareback riders and roustabouts to operate a large circus for occupation forces. German prisoners and displaced Allied nationals trained performers join the effort using captured big tops elephants and bears from Bremen and a Hamburg tent to form the opening show.
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Elbe
Bremen
Hamburg
Brahms Grants Hope After Dark Mood On Bridge
The composer Johannes Brahms, in a moment of depression, told a friend that all music had been done. The friend argued there is no last wave in music, restoring Brahms's hope and faith in his art.
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Brahms
Norwegian tycoon tried to buy freedom with Red Cross gift
Norwegian police state Olaf Fer mann, a wealthy businessman, was under arrest for collaboration with the Germans. He allegedly attempted to purchase his freedom by donating 804000 kroner to the Norwegian Red Cross the day Germany capitulated. Officers say the cash came from a fortune of more than $11 million amassed during the Nazi occupation. A note on “Georgey Porgey” in a Mother Goose rhyme is linked to King George L.
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Olaf Fermann
Red Cross
Germany
Infantry to be capitalized as a branch in all official use
The article notes a policy change elevating the infantry to the rank of a fully capitalized branch across documents and media. Sir James Grigg announced the shift while veteran soldiers recall the historical PB I initials. It contrasts with other services and mentions Cortez introducing cocoa to Spain.
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Lord Wavell
R.N
Ra.f
R.E
R.A
Signals
R.A.M.C
James Grigg
P.B.I
Valedictory on Canadian Navy by Angus Macdonald
Ottawa Journal praises Angus Macdonald’s farewell speech as navy minister, noting its haunting sea imagery. It recalls sailors returning from distant oceans to reknit their lives while carrying memories of duty, a gallant ship, and the spell of the great sea.
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Angus Macdonald
Macdonald
Navy
Ottawa Journal
Crossword Puzzle Challenge of Names and Numbers
Crossword puzzle grid clues mix historical references with common terms. Across list includes killer whale, ancient deities, and various names while the vertical set covers rooms, actions, and elements. Readers solve for an interconnected web of words crossing at shared letters.
Old Razor Blades Drive Electric Lawn Mower
A U.S. man built an electric mower from six used razor blades and a vacuum cleaner motor. A three blade per arm rotor spins at high speed to cut grass, tolerating most debris except stones and heavy twigs. The finding could influence postwar industry, as the garden tool offers a ready source of power.
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States
Woodstock-Sentinel Review
From San Francisco to Australia an 8200 Mile Voyage
A travel note describes an 8200 mile passage from San Francisco to Australia. The account outlines the vast distance, the oceans crossed, and the epic scope of the voyage. It highlights maritime endurance and the reach of ocean travel.
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San Francisco
Australia
Seek Ye First His Kingdom In Sunday School Lesson
The June 24 lesson recalls Matthew 6 33 and explores Acts 11 19 26 13 1 3 and 1 Timothy 6 1 20 with I Peter 4 7 9 4. The text urges sound doctrine and godliness, warning against disputes and urging righteous living.
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Timothy
Peter
Lord Jesus Christ
God
Christ Jesus
Pontius Pilate
Christ
Canadian Seamen Thank CN Rail for Dining Car Service
Four Royal Canadian Navy sailors praised Canadian National Railways dining car service after returning from overseas. They described meals as a dream, noting eggs fresh from shells instead of powdered, in their letter of appreciation.
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U.K
Royal Canadian Navy
Canadian National Railways
Lloyd's of London Declares No Life Insurance Coverage
Lloyds of London, renowned for insurance, states it does not handle life insurance policies. The clarification aligns its business focus with property casualty and specialty lines rather than life coverage.
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Lloyd's of London
Famous Insurance Company
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Georgey Porgey
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Mrs. Pip's
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