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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 19, 1940
Page
2
The article argues farmers should prepare for peace by avoiding over expansion and diversifying crops and livestock to become closer to self sufficient. It notes uncertainty about war duration and postwar demands, urging early public discussion on world security and practical farming adjustments to soften future shocks.
An ordinary mongrel named Peter attached himself to a North of England regiment by following on route marches. He accompanied the unit as it moved south, though no soldier can explain exactly how he joined or stayed with them.
Beeswax begins as a fluid secretion beneath the bee’s body and is worked into a plastic consistency in the insect’s mouth.
An agricultural experiment station in Connecticut plans to plant corn in frozen soil on January 30 to study how early crops can be grown in New England. The note mentions sponge supply sourced from the Bahamas, Florida, and the Mediterranean, with $140,000 spent annually on Bahamian sponges.
A late 1930s French military project introduces a 92 ton tank among new armored prototypes. The display highlights heavy armor and mobility tests as part of ongoing modernization efforts.
The St. Thomas Times-Journal notes that Germany’s plan for high altitude glide bombs with engines off is unlikely to work. British sound detectors remain superior and would reveal or expose the bombers, negating the tactic and ending the gliding bomber idea as a dud.
Selected recipe for macaroons uses egg whites sugar Rice Krispies coconut vanilla and nutrients. Beat whites to stiff but glossy peaks fold in sugar and dry ingredients bake 350F 15 to 20 minutes then rest on damp towel and remove promptly. Yield 114 dozen.
The Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy gathers 400 delegates in Manitoba as mineral production nears 20 million dollars yearly. Mine owners, managers, engineers, metallurgists and geologists convene to discuss mutual problems and the expanding industry.
Hugh S. Finlay of Halifax found an official Gestapo armband on a captured German ship where he served in the prize crew. The four inch silk swastika badge was hidden in a desk chest among dust after boarding at a southern port. He reports Gestapo members aboard Nazi vessels with modern gear including a swimming pool and cabin propaganda systems.
Out of more than 11 000 candidates who took civil service clerk exams on February 3, 3228 passed. Those scoring 70 in each subject and an average of 85 earned promotion to grade two. 782 achieved this. First 10 names listed for grade one and two include L C Coffey Vancouver 86.3 and Calgary H A Webster 93.7.
The term Anzac arose from the initials of Australia New Zealand Army Corps. Originally applied to Dominion troops, it now refers to troops from either Dominion and is preferred over Aussies or New Zealanders.
A London writer notes soap shortages in late November and early December as German residents bought up supplies to send Christmas presents home. German buyers reportedly sent numerous parcels containing soap and tinned sausage.
Refused insurance as a youth, George Spurgen survived with little life hope. He is now 90 and has served Folkestone Council for 56 years, twice serving as mayor.
Canada reports 1,259,417 telephones in service at 1938 year end, up 2.8 percent from 1937. The gain reflects continued network expansion and growing household and business use across regions.
The Old and the New Testaments of the Bible each contain the word truth exactly 117 times, a remarkable equality noted in a textual observation. The finding highlights the consistent usage of the term across both sections.
The Empire Gallantry Medal or EG M ranks beside the Victoria Cross in prestige. It can be awarded to civilians and has few recipients. Naval hero Commander R N Jolly was recognized posthumously for mortally wounding in battle, and some merchant captains have been honored. Authorities seek clear standards to avoid overlooking brave acts.
Officials of a Sydney company announce production of ramie made from plant bark Boehmeria Nivea. Ramie touted as eight times stronger than cotton seven times stronger than silk and three times stronger than finest flax. Factory plans aim to mass produce and price like cotton. experimentation cited in Germany.
A Niagara Falls Review report notes a London Ontario man charged with stealing trees persuaded the court by showing he had been assessed and paid taxes on the land where the trees grew for 20 years.
Melt butter with minced onion celery and mushrooms for five minutes. Add stock or water and salt and pepper and boil until celery is tender. Stir in crumbled crackers and evaporated milk. Serve hot. Makes six portions.
An average car costs under three cents per mile to own and operate today, a dramatic drop from about 30 cents per mile in 1900. The figure reflects lower fuel, maintenance, and depreciation costs as technology and efficiency improved.
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