World Happenings Briefly Told
Australia aims for 222000 armed personnel by June 1941. British campaign seeks 2 million extra acres to cut wheat imports and protect currency. UK and Allied efforts include war loans and interment of German sailors. Canada names D E Macintyre as Legion war services head. New Zealand budgets 33508500 for forces with one seventh from non-government sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Egypt
Piou Sennes
United Kingdom
John Simon
D. E. Macintyre
Owen Sound
New Zealand
Navy
Air Force
Finance Ministry
Invasions by Germany Through Modern History
A historical survey lists key German invasions from 1864 through 1940 including Denmark Austria France Belgium Czechoslovakia Poland and mentions a Fortune poll where 61 percent of Americans fear Germany could threaten peace if it wins the current war. The Portland Press Herald notes the rising concern.
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Germany
Denmark
Austria
France
Belgium
Czecho- Slovakia
Poland
Finland
Holland
Roumania
Portland, Ore
Press-Herald
Arctica patrols hint at legal limits of Arctic seizures
The piece argues Russia would have no complaint if Britain searched Russian ships beyond territorial waters in the Arctic or seized German ships carrying war materiel. It notes the Allied blockade has driven the German merchant fleet from the high seas and marks Arctic shipping as unsafe for the blockaded Reich.
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Russia
Arctic
Germany
High Seas
New York Times
Parties of Newfoundland timber for war needs
Timber from Newfoundland to be allocated for various war purposes. The arrangement aims to supply lumber to defense projects, with crews and shipments organized to expedite delivery to armed forces.
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Newfoundland
Holes in Swiss Cheese Formed by Gas Producing Bacteria
The passage notes that cheese holes develop during ripening due to gas producing bacteria. It also states that London had about 700,000 residents in 1760.
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London
Gentists in Finland Predominantly Women
A fragmented report notes that about ninety percent of Gentists in Finland are women. The text provides no further context or details on geography, dates, or institutions.
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Finland
Beards Tax in Russia Under Peter the Great
The article recounts Peter the Great’s beard tax forcing nobles to pay 100 rubles and clerks at town gates collecting it. It mentions ancient Turks growing beards, a bearded soldier in Charles XII’s army revealed as a bearded woman after the 1724 Battle of Poltava, and notes the discoverer presented the prisoner to the czar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter the Great
Russia
Charles XII
Pultowa
Detroit Free Press
Jumper Outfit or Sun Dress Pattern 4314
Anne Adams 4314 pattern offers a jumper that converts to a sun dress with a circular flaring skirt and no side seams. Includes a fitted bodice with point detailing, optional lace trim blouse, elfin cap, and bloomers. Available in sizes 2 4 6 8 10. pattern requires 15 to 35 inch fabrics. Send 20 cents to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Winnipeg.
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Annne Adams
Anne Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Englishman's favorite fruits import rule stated
Sir John Russell of the Rothamsted Experimental Station declares bananas, oranges, and apples as favorites, with two of these fruits required to be wholly imported. The remark reflects agricultural policy considerations of fruit supply and trade.
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John Russell
Rothamsted Experimental Station
Handkerchief Size Debate Sparks Odd Pairings
A man favors a handkerchief as large as a towel while a woman prefers a tiny one the size of a postage stamp. The humorous tale contrasts their unusual preferences as they discuss what fits their needs.
Gravity of Sirius Implies Massive Weight for Man
It notes the immense gravity of Sirius B that would make a 150 pound man weigh about 2,000 tons if placed on its surface, illustrating the star's extreme gravitational strength.
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Sirius
Earthworm Responds to Sound Vibration Stimuli
An earthworm lacks hearing but reacts to vibrations in its environment. The organism shows sensitivity to motion and pressure waves rather than airborne sound, indicating a simple mechanosensory system.
Accomplished Nothing in Life a Leisure Example
The obituary notes Edwin Forest Wilder of Cincinnati lived 92 years with only two years of work. A law graduate who never practiced, he spent nine decades enjoying leisure by betting on markets and horses, leaving no public mark yet having ample wealth.
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Edwin Forest Wilder
Wilder
Cincinnati
Ohio
Gardening Rules From a Pro on Planting Depth and Design
Gardener warns against planting too deep or too early and crowding seeds. Large seeds like nasturtiums peas beans corn go an inch deep and 3–4 inches apart. tiny seeds are pressed into soil. Mix seeds with sand for even sowing. plan beds to balance flowers grass and stone features without creating a jungle.
Gift From Italy's King to British Museum Library
The King of Italy has sent a gift copy of his 18th volume on Italian coins to the British Museum library. The set is beautifully produced and has occupied most of King Victor's leisure since 1910, though he keeps his name from the title page.
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Italy
British Museum
Victor
Sunday School Lesson on Christ's Resurrection
Golden text states Christ has risen the first fruits of those asleep. The lesson references I Corinthians 15 20 and devotional reading I Corinthians 15 20 28, with cross references to Matthew 25 57 28 15.
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I. Corinthians
Burial and Sealing of Jesus Tomb in Matthew Narrative
The passage describes Jesus burial by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, the tomb seal, and the Sabbath sealing request to Pilate. It notes Mary Magdalene and the other Mary at the tomb and the later arrival to find the stone already rolled away, with the resurrection account in Matthew 28.
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Jesus
God
Joseph
Arimathea
Pilate
Nicodemus
John
Mary Magdalene
Mary
Matthew
Mark
German-born soldier joins Canadian forces in Kingston life story
William Zeissler, 38, a former German hotel chef now in His Majesty's armed forces with the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, settled in Kingston, Ontario after naturalization five years ago. He served as a military policeman, citing duty to king and country as he prepares to fight for democracy.
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Canada
William Zeissler
Royal Canadian Horse Artillery
Kingston
Ort
Nuremberg
Zeissler
LaSalle
What Is Success and How to Find It
A voice argues against equating success with wealth. Young people should seek growth through hard work, choosing a line of interest, gaining experience, and education. It cites Walter Chrysler and other leaders, urging self-made effort, prudent living, and creating opportunities rather than waiting for luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Chrysler
Harvard University
Chrysler
Carnegie
Gary
Shaughnessy
van Horne
Strathcona
Apple juice and its healthful potassium content claim
The article extols Canadian apple juice as rich in vitamins and a key source of potassium lost by muscles after fatigue. It notes nine grains of potassium per pint and urges dealers to print this on bottles to boost sales. It also references Dr. McCullough cancer articles via The Health League of Canada.
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England
United States
Canada
Queen Mary backs New Harrow Theatre in historic patronage
Royal patronage extends to the New Harrow Theatre as Queen Mary, the first royal lady to visit behind the scenes of an English theatre, endorses Aldred Denville’s venture. Denville Hall at Northwood hosts old actors who impressed the queen during a lengthy visit, prompting patronage tied to actor financial interests.
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Queen Mary
London Daily Sketch
Aldred Denville
Harrow
Denville Hall
Northwood
St Bernards Among Largest Dogs With Short Lifespans
St Bernards are among the largest dog breeds but have short lifespans rarely reaching age ten. They are prone to catching a cold when wet.
Matching Bells Weigh Tone Overtones And Personality
Some bell makers judge bells by more than pitch and harmonic series, factoring a bell s perceived character or personality into its overall sound.nique balance between tuning stability and expressive quality.
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Macdonald’s
Foundatiion
His Majesty’s
C.F. Goldthwaite
Lord & Thomas of Canada, Ltd
Montreal
Mummy
Politiken
Apple Juice
Health League
J. W. S. McCullough
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