Compromise urged as Rowell-Sirois report sparks federal fiscal debate
The text calls for broad compromise among Dominion interests as the Rowell Sirois report on federal provincial relations prompts Ottawa talks in January. It stresses municipal and provincial finance reform, potential shifts of debt and unemployment relief, and the need for informed public guidance to protect local taxpayers and unity across provinces.
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Dominion
Rowell-Sirois
House of Commons
Ottawa
Confederation
Ontario
Quebec
Maritimes
No Lack Of Soap In Wartime Procurement
Ottawa reports wartime mass purchases by the Department of Munitions and Supply including 500 tons of soap and related items. The list covers 140,000 razor sets 142,000 clasp knives 10.9 sets of flatware 50,000 water bottles 75,000 mattresses and 75,000 pillows among other supplies for the armed forces. Churchill endures German bombing with steadfast resolve.
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Army
Navy
Air Force
Department of Munitions and Supply
Ottawa
Department
Norwegian Bombing Planes Delivered to Norwegian Army Air Corps
Three Douglas bombing planes were delivered to the Royal Norwegian Army Air Corps for training at Toronto after flying from California. The low wing two seater aircraft reach nearly 300 mph, carry over 1000 pounds of bombs, and mount seven machine guns. They are the first of 36 ordered for the Norwegian Air Force and bear Norwegian markings and labels.
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California
Royal Norwegian Army Air Corps
Toronto
Norwegian Air Force
Als Instrument
Comma Swap Sparks Quip Between Actresses
After a performance Mrs. Fiske found a note praising her on her dressing table. She added two commas and reshaped the line to read that Margaret Anglin, says Mrs. Fiske, is the best actress in Amer ica.
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Mrs. Fiske
Margaret Anglin
Jupiter's Size Claim Reimagined Amid Moon Earth Gap
A peculiar note claims Jupiter is so enormous that if it stood between Earth and the Moon it would occupy about one third of the space. The remark reflects historical curiosity about planetary scales and measurements.
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Jupiter
Earth
Moon
Compulsory Wool Grading Set for Next January
The Canadian agriculture department announces compulsory grading of unwashed Canadian wool beginning next January 1. Grading will indicate volumes by type, identify the wool administrator David C. Dick, and track imports. Wool is already graded voluntarily in about 25 years of practice and will be done within 14 days of leaving producers.
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Agriculture Department
David C. Dick
Canada
Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers’ Association
Dolls of British Princesses Sought for Exhibition in U S
Visitors from the United States urge Toronto hosts to export the Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Rose dolls across the border to aid the Refugee Fund in New York. Miss C M Beaith notes insurance hurdles may block the plan but says the idea will be studied. The dolls belong to Queen Elizabeth and were sent to Canada to aid war refugees.
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United States
Toronto
C. M. Beaith
Britain
New York
Beaith
Elizabeth
Margaret Rose
Canada
Queen Elizabeth
Selected Recipes Macaroons from condensed milk and cocoanut
A simple method to make macaroons using 14 cup condensed milk 1 cup shredded coconuts and 1 cup Kellogg's Rice Krispies. Drop spoonfuls onto a greased sheet 1 inch apart bake in a moderate oven at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes until delicately browned yields about a dozen cookies two inches in diameter.
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Kellogg's
Chocolate Meringue Pie and Curious Animal Facts
A recipe describes making a chocolate meringue pie with cocoa, corn starch, milk and eggs, baked in a slow oven after filling a pie shell. The passage then adds brief notes about a Pacific fish timing its reproduction to the moon, pocket gophers, and a harsh portrait of Petain.
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Durham
Dentist Relies Heavily On Pull To Advance Career
A remark highlights that the professional dentist heavily depends on influence and connections to progress in his field, suggesting networking matters as crucial to success.
Orkney Saskatchewan Carnival Nets Bren Gun Fund
Orkney a small Saskatchewan community about 120 people raised 550 for a Bren machine gun fund for Canada’s war effort. The Board of Trade and Curling Club joined forces for a carnival that drew strong local support despite recent drought hardships.
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Saskatchewan
Orkney
J. G. Taylor
Board of Trade and Curling Club
Canada
Efort
Drouth Visitation
Regina Leader- Post
Radio Mechanics Wanted for Canadian Recruitment
England requests 1000 radio mechanics for RAF ground service in Canada. Applicants aged 18 to 48 with high school level education, medical clearance, and a trade test in Toronto may enlist as Leading Aircraftmen Group B. Training in Toronto then rapid deployment overseas, with pay of 2 dollars daily plus marriage and child allowances.
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England
Canada
R.C.A.F
Toronto
Canadian National Exhibition Park
Radio College of Canada
Dept. W.N.U
Bloor St. W
Ont
Scientists test ozone ring theory on weather at Chicago
A new Institute of Meteorology at the University of Chicago will study cosmic influences on weather. Dr H R Byers says an $11 000 USDA grant expands funds to test long range forecasts from changes in a 60 000 foot ozone ring. A note on tusks and a new friction reducing sewing thread are also mentioned.
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University of Chicago
Institute of Meteorology
H. R. Byers
Agriculture Marketing Service
United States Department of Agriculture
Hummingbirds Attack Bigger Birds Despite Small Size
Tiny hummingbirds attack much larger birds with bold, aggressive dives and rapid wing flaps. The behavior showcases surprising tenacity and territorial drive in the small nectar seekers.
Siam Palace Uses Cats as Watchdogs
Siamese palace guards: the royal residence employs cats as watchful sentinels. The feline wardens patrol corridors and courtyards, reportedly alert to intruders and disturbances, reflecting a whimsical security tradition of the Siamese monarchy.
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Siam
Mobile Hospital Aids Civilian Relief In Upper Manhattan
A large mobile field hospital set up by the American Field Hospital Corps covers about two acres in Upper Manhattan. The exhibit features 25 trucks and trailers and 16 weatherproof tents, with capacity for 100 patients and a 50-member staff. The unit is self-contained with kitchens, showers, heating and lighting, designed to operate in devastated or isolated districts and will soon head to England for civilian relief.
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Upper Manhattan
New York
American Field Hospital Corps
England
Peace Days Anti Aircraft Batteries Define Territorial Army
The pre war National Defence plan highlights anti aircraft batteries as a key TA role. Led by Lieut General Sir Alan Brooke the corps proved its worth defending London from attacks.
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London
Territorial Army
Alan F. Brooke
Platinum-red fox shown at Owen Sound fur show
Ontario fur show in Owen Sound features a platinum-red fox claimed as a new breed. Breeding crosses produced rich cinnamon side fur with platinum back, black ear markings and a white belly and collar. The animal is larger than its platinum-type parent.
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Ontario Fur Breeders’ Association
Owen Sound
Ont
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Appleford Paper Products Ltd
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