Why Canada Fights Hitlerism and Allied War Aims
A digest of speeches and actions by Adolf Hitler from 1933 to 1939 outlines his promises and deeds, showing the drift toward war. The collection notes rejections of invasion claims, gains in Austria and Czechoslovakia, and the 1939 invasion of Poland, ending with attacks on civilians.
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Canada
Great Britain
France
Hitler
Berlin
Germany
League of Nations
Europe
War Time Bezugschein Lets Germans Buy Essentials
In wartime Germany shoppers must present a bezugschein to purchase socks, underwear, or textiles. War economy offices issue these certificates after officials verify necessity, with restaurants and hospitals often obtaining them for replacement linens to maintain cleanliness and service standards.
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Milady
Princess Louise Stays in London Amid Bomb Threats
Princess Louise Duchess of Argyll remains at Kensington Palace in her 92nd year choosing to stay in London. She lives simply with a few close friends and old servants, surrounded by her own art and Queen Victoria’s furniture. No sandbags or window coverings, blackout blinds in use, with a symbolic air raid precaution only.
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Kensington Palace
Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll
Queen Victoria
London
Victoria
Britain pledges no secret pacts to spoil peace hopes
In the House of Commons Richard Butler stated Britain will avoid secret treaties that could hinder a fair peace after the war. Oliver Locker-Lampson pressed the issue, and Butler affirmed the government will not act to thwart a satisfactory settlement when hostilities end. Italy joined WWI with the 1915 secret London treaty promising colonial spoils, which fuels Fascist pressure for concessions from France.
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Britain
Richard Butler
House of Commons
Oliver Locker Lampson
Mr. Butler
Italy
London
France
Animals from war find haven in North America
Transportation officials in New York report records for war refugee animals, especially pedigreed horses and dogs, being shipped to North America. Lovers of horses and dogs hasten to save breeds from destruction as shipments exceed one million dollars in value.
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North America
New York
Dainty Aprons Pattern 4285 Promotes Sewing Fun
Sewing notice explains Anne Adams Pattern 4285 designs with bias skirts basque bodices and Dutch Girl pockets. Details include sizes small to large and fabric yardage for views A and B, plus trim options and non slipping criss cross straps. Send 20 cents and address to Pattern Dept Winnipeg Newspaper Union.
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Anne Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Rainwater Used in Storage Batteries
Rainwater can be used in storage batteries and is similar to artificially distilled water in composition and function.
London Buildings Stand Beneath 200 Feet in Height
A report notes that none of the capital's structures rise above two hundred feet, reflecting a planning constraint or design standard shaping the skyline. The observation highlights the city's orderly urban form and potential limits on vertical growth.
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London
Gideons Order 250000 Bibles for Hotels and Hospitals
The Gideons arranged 250000 new Bibles the largest order in forty years for hotels schools hospitals and jails. Executive member Andrew Wycen beek said the European war stimulated interest in the Bible.
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The
Gideons
Society
Andrew Wycenbeek
Deaf and Dumb Teams Play Cricket Match in Weymouth
A recent cricket match in Weymouth, England featured teams described as deaf and dumb. The event highlighted inclusive participation in local cricket activities.
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Weymouth
England
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Big Ben
Saar
Austria
Rhineland
Nuremberg
Russia
Danzig
Poland
Sudetenland
Chamberlain
Czecho-Slovakia
Berchtesgaden
Memel
Athenia
Mathieu S Pears
Princess Louise
America
Eveready
Guvaranteed
Canadian National Carbon Company, Limited
Halifax
Montreal
Toronto
Vancouver
Eveready Joe
Denmark
Paul Revere
Appleford Paper Products
Appleford Paper Products Ltd
Winnipeg - Regina
Saskatoon
Calgary
Edmonton
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