Canada to train 300000 in a year under Col Ralston plan
Col Ralston announced Canada will call up 300000 men for military training at 30000 per month starting with ages 21 and 22. First 30 day drill to begin about October 1. Training to be held at 80+ centres nationwide with exemptions for the physically unfit and possible industry-based postponements.
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Col. Ralston
Canada
N.P. A.M
C.A.S.F
National Resources Mobilization Act
Ontario rural fairs to continue despite war higher purpose
Weekly announcements say fairs across Ontario will proceed this year as a strong rural bulwark. They foster better stock, grain, and farming pride while boosting social ties and female participation. Directors pledge support, viewing fairs as a national asset and vital to rural life.
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Ontario
Agriculture In War Time Dr J M Swaine urges Canada to boost tech agri
Dr J M Swaine director of the Science Service outlines Canada's wartime agricultural goals. He calls for improved soil fertility seed quality and farming practices to sustain a sound industry able to supply Britain and allies while expanding domestic markets. Careful planning by leaders and farmers is essential for postwar stability.
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Canada
J. M. Swaine
Department of Agriculture
McMaster University
United Kingdom
Great Britain
Ontario
Prairie Provinces
Decoration Day to Be Held at McCreas Church
Heavy rains spoil bay crops while visitors from Toronto and Bowmanville drop by. Decoration Day services set for next Sunday at McCreas Church at 3 p.m. Rev. Smith and Mrs. Smith have been calling on residents. Ballyduff crowd and Pontypool band attended last week.
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McCrea’s
Earl
Ross Taylor
Bowmanville
Walter Murphy
Ted Woodyard
E. Underwood
Roy Cochrane
Smith
Ballyduff
Pontypool
Newcastle Field Day Set for Monday August 5
The community marks Newcastle Field Day on Monday August 5 with planned activities and events for locals. Organizers invite participation from residents and visitors alike.
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Newcastle
Canada’s Citizen Army Training Plan Launched
Government outlines a wide program to mobilize 300000 men for initial 30 day training starting October 1940. Recruits from 18 to 45 will join the Non Permanent Active Militia and Veterans Home Guard units. Exemptions barred. training aims to form a nationwide militia with full integration into Canadian forces.
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C.A.S.F
N.P.A.M
Port Hope Highway Collision Near Miss
District news reports Gordon Cooper escaping injury when his loaded truck veered into a ditch to avoid an oncoming car on a curve near Port Hope. Two U S cars attempted to pass and failed to stop. Other items note Thomas Kerr fined for cattle record violations, George Stewart’s death at 75, Conrad Smelser’s death from Omemee accident burns, Herb Alldred’s fatal crusher accident, and Robert Deyell’s death in South Monaghan with community roles noted.
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Gordon Cooper
Toronto
Peterboro
Port Hope
Cooper
U. S
M. F. White
C.N.R
Lindsay
Conrad Smelser
C.N. R
Lindsay Hospital
Omemee
Robert Deyell
South Monaghan
Deyell
Centreville Church
Canada plans universal initial military training for conscripts
The text argues for equal welcome of all men called for training into the Canadian army regardless of intended service. It supports basic infantry related training for all, notes later specialization, and states these men will return yearly for further training while remaining ready for immediate service if needed.
Notice to Creditors in the Rowland Z Hall Estate
Notice to creditors of Rowland Z Hall late of Orono Durham retired postmaster who died about May 30 1940. Send full claim particulars to W Ross Strike Solicitor for the Executors Bowmanville Ontario on or before August 1 1940. After that date assets will be distributed among those with timely notice. Dated Bowmanville July 11 1940.
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Rowland Z. Hall
Orono
Durham
W. Ross
Bowmanville
Ontario
Letters to the Editor Public Forum Statement
Public readers may express opinions in this column and the editor accepts no responsibility for them. Appearance here does not imply publisher endorsement or agreement with the views stated.
Joe’s Papers in Orono Scrutiny Causes Public Debate
The Toronto Star notes local interest in Orono for handling the Star Weekly. Joe has sold the paper for years with Bill Riddell safeguarding funds. Weekly income covers paper costs, with the remainder to Joe. The letter calls for public judgment on those who would deprive Joe of earnings.
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Toronto Star
Orono
Star
Joe
Bill Riddell
Bill
Ice Cream Socials and Picnics by Shaw's Lunch Bar
Shaw's Lunch Bar offers large quantities of ice cream at reasonable prices for social events and picnics. Contact details are provided for bulk orders.
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Shaw’s
Canadian volunteers trained for home defence
The text outlines that volunteers will easily join their regiment and can be called to duty in emergencies or for territorial defense. It stresses they will not be treated as mere units but encouraged to develop initiative, resourcefulness and self reliance.
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Canada
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