Newcastle Box Factory Wing Destroyed By Fire
A large wing of the Newcastle Box Factory owned by 3. Anderson Smith was completely destroyed by a blaze that began in the drying room. Fire brigades from Newcastle Bowmanville and Orono battled the three story inferno, with walls remaining but roofs and floors collapsed. Loss runs into thousands of dollars and wartime restrictions may hinder replacing machinery.
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Newcastle
Anderson Smith
Newcastle Fire Brigade
Bowmanville Brigade
Newcastle Brigade
Bowmanville
Orono
Smith
Hepburn backs Drew in Ontario Conservative tilt
Mitchell F. Hepburn told the Ontario Property Owners Association on Tuesday night that he intends to support the Progressive Conservative party led by George Drew. He signaled alignment with the party in a shift noted by attendees at the meeting.
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Ontario
Mitchell F. Hepburn
Ontario Property Owners” Association
Progressive Conservative Party
George Drew
Ontario Legislature Conscience Question Sparks Lively Quote
A Ontario legislator remarks that he cannot promise blind action and that his conscience restricts choices. He notes it is almost unbelievable how far conscience can stretch in decision making.
Burglary steals driller Ernest Elsdon’s life savings
Vancouver reports Ernest Elsdon, a shipyard driller, found his room burglarized and his savings of 2750 dollars gone. He laments not putting cash in a bank and vows to keep money safe with the bank moving forward. The story notes almost 250 Canadian Army decorations earned since the war began.
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Vancouver
Ernest
Elsdon
Durham County Temperance Federation To Meet Nov 24
The Durham County Temperance Federation invites all to its annual convention at the Baptist Church in Port Hope on Wednesday November 24. An afternoon business session starts at 2 30 and an evening public speaking contest follows with Dr Cr W DeMille, general secretary of the Ontario Temperance Federation, to give the address. A Temperance Rally is planned for that date with a call to abstain from intoxicating liquors.
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Durham County Temperance Federation
Baptist Church
Port Hope
Cr. W. DeMille
Ontario Temperance Federation
Durham County Stands Behind Their Fighting Men
W. Ross Strike, chairman calls on Durham County residents to back wartime efforts and inflation cuts, urging immediate saving for the next Victory Loan as total war continues. The message emphasizes unity, sacrifice, and local support for overseas troops.
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Durham County
Orono Soldier Keane Fights Luftwaffe Raiders Overseas
Local Orono youth Sergt. John Keane of the Bluenose squadron flies over Germany on bombing missions. He describes engine trouble but successful bombing runs toward Frankfurt Bochum and Hanover with navigator Sergt. Howard O Gorman and crewmates Bill Roberts Bill Kunkel Glen Rice. More Orono boys serve in the same unit as they press toward victory.
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Daily ‘Star
iSergt
J. Keane
Orono
Germany
John “Sharpy” Keane
Bluenose
R.C.A.F
London
England
Keane
C. KE. iHarris
Annapolis Royal
N.S
Hanover
Bill Roberts
Salford
Bill Kunkel
Cargill
Mid-Upper
Glen Rice
13Th St
New Toronto
Ontario Rural Hydro Rates Cut by Government
An Ontario government move reduces hydro rates for rural consumers. The piece notes a celebrant turning 80 at home on November 17 and mentions Orme's plans for deer hunting with medical approval. It recalls the late A. A. Gamsby hoisting 57 years of consecutive deer hunting, and references J. J. Gilfillan’s earlier trek with Gamsby fifty years ago.
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Orme
McKenzie
Rod & Gun
A. A. Gamsby
Dad’s
J. J. Gilfillan
Gamsby
Rationing Time Table and Coupon Validities
Rationing notes list coffee or tea coupons 1 to 21 now valid with 22 and 23 valid. November 25. Sugar coupons 1 to 13 expire December 31. 1 to 20 valid with 1 to 13 expiring December 31. Butter coupons 34 35 86 37 valid and expire November 30. 38 39 valid November 25 and December 31. Meat pairs 22 23 24 2h valid until November 30. 26 November 18. 27 November 25 and December 31. D1 to D7 valid until void. Preserves and spreads also covered.
Ontario Hydro lowers rural power charges across province
Ontario Hydro and the Ontario Government announce a uniform rural rate effective January 1. About 129 000 of 133 000 rural users will gain, with average bills in high rate districts dropping from 4.31 to 2.74 dollars and rural farm charges eliminated or reduced. The new four cent first block, 1.6 cent second block, and 0.75 cent thereafter per kWh apply with 10 percent prompt payment discount.
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Ontario Hydro Electric Power ‘Commission
Commission
Government
At Home event hosts welcome guests from nearby towns
More than a hundred guests attended the At Home hosted by Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Caldwell last week. The afternoon featured a charmingly arranged table with Mrs. M. J. Tamblyn and Mrs. W. Elliott presiding, and evening duties shared by Mrs. Diamond, Mrs. Moore, with Mrs. M. Dunbar and Mrs. E. Caldwell assisting. Guests included friends from Saskatoon, Toronto, Emniskillen, Orono, Coborre, Kendal, and Port Hope. A telegram from Mr. Thorne of Port Hope, visiting New York, surprised the hosts.
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S. R. Caldwell
M. J. Tamblyn
W. Elliott
Diamond
Moore
M. Dunbar
E. Caldwell
H. Foster
Saskatoon
Toronto
Emniskillen
Orono
Coborre
Kendal
Mrs. Caldwell
Port Hope
New Army Enlistment Age Limit in Canada
The Canadian Army sets an 18th birthday to join Active Service with upper limit at 38 or 45 depending on fitness and duties. Those below standard may qualify if they hold trade or technical qualifications and can perform special duties. In some cases a recruit aged up to 44 may be accepted if physically able.
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Stoker
Taylor
Bury
Lancashire
Hepburn
Ontario Legislature
Ernest H. Elsdon
W. Ross
Frankfurt
Bochum
Sergt. Howard O’gorman
Sudbury
Orme Gamsby
Ontario Hydro Electric Power Commission
Port Eto
Darlington
Hope Pump Prunarertoor
Cartwright Snocepo
Manvers
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