Goose Bay Air Base Seen as Key Link to Britain
Goose Bay Labrador serves as a vital bomber route hub with constant US bombers refueling before heading to Europe. The base, expanded since the war began, features full repair facilities and a modern medical center with protection from Bofors A A batteries. Separate RAF RCAF and USASAF commands cooperate closely.
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Goose Bay
Labrador
Britain
Europe
Oll
Wis
RAF
RCAF
Usasaf
Peterboro County Wins County Herd At Orono Holstein Show
Holstein champions from Ontario's districts gathered in Orono for the Championship Show. Judges ranked 115 head from Peterboro, Durham, Northumberland, Victoria, Hastings, Lennox and Addington with Peterboro taking top county honors and Northumberland second.
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Peterboro
Orono
Ontario
Durham
Northumberland
Victoria
Hastings
Lennox
Addington
J. ‘Durno Innes
Iis
Judge German's Car Recovered in Trenton Heist
A car stolen Wednesday evening by a man who borrowed it to reach near Trenton was found the next day in Trenton. The thief, claiming he only borrowed it to travel quickly, left a typewritten note from Cobourg police stating he ran out of gas and gave no address.
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German
Trenton
Cobourg
Reform schools eyed for return by Ontario government
At a dinner honoring Hon. George Dunbar Ontario provincial secretary he stated the government seeks the return of two provincial juvenile reform schools for boys and girls. Bowmanville boys camp now a prisoner of war site and Galt girls camp used by the Women's Royal Canadian Naval Service. Premier Drew and John Bracken attended. Dunbar urged discipline in schools and society to curb youth crime and justify reopening the facilities.
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George Dunbar
Ontario
Dunbar
Bowmanville
Galt
Royal Canadian Naval Service
John Bracken
Drew
Ottawa
Pris
Red Cross News from Orono Branch Reports Plans
The October meeting of the Red Cross of the Orono Branch was held Thursday afternoon. Committees are忙 planning overseas boxes and a Christmas bazaar. Quilting remains popular and tops for quilts are needed soon to support ongoing projects.
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Reda Cross
Orono
Women’s Association Meeting at Park St Church
The October meeting of the Women’s Association of Park St Church drew good attendance. Mrs. Tamblyn welcomed members and read a message from the Dominion Board. Mrs. Smith receives thanks for her service and plans to spend winter at Niagara Falls.
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Women’s Association of
Park St. Church
Littlewood
McCreas Work to Begin Shingling Church This Week
McCreas Church will start shingling this week. Miss Cora Perry of Toronto visited Mr and Mrs George White over the weekend. Robbie Youngman, son of Mr and Mrs Ed Youngman, injured his arm and lost several teeth in a fall. Anniversary and Think-Offering Service set for Sunday October 17 at 2 30 pm with Rev S Littlewood of Orono as speaker and Kirby choir providing special music.
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Cora Perry
Toronto
George White
Robbie Youngman
Ed. Youngman
McCrea
Kirby Choir
Newcastle Ball Club Dance at Community Hall
The Newcastle Ball Club will host a dance in the Community Hall this Thursday evening October 14. Russ Creighton and His Dance Band perform with tap dancing songs and banjo selections for 50c per person. Come enjoy a pleasant evening.
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Newcastle
Russ Creighton
Kirby Anniversary Services at Kirby United Church
The Kirby United Church held anniversary services on Sunday October 10 with strong attendance. The church was decorated and the day featured joyful music and a spirit of Thanksgiving. Rev J E Griffith preached in the afternoon from Try joy before thee and Rev R E Morton led the evening service with a Psalm based message. Visitors joined from Orono and other areas.
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Kirby United Church
J. E. Griffith
R. E. Morton
Oshawa
Ford Car Found In Toronto By Local Man
Mr. Harry Mercer's Ford V-8 sedan was found in Toronto at noon last Thursday by a local man, not police. Mr. O'Boyle, in the city on business from Oshawa, spotted the car on Winchester and Sumatch streets and reported it to city police. The Police notified Provincial Police who took charge of the vehicle. The car remains in Toronto.
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Harry Mercer
Toronto
O’boyle
Oshawa
Winchester and
Sumatch Streets
Dundas Station
Evaporated Milk Receives Priority Coupons
Wartime Prices and Trade Board announces priority distribution for evaporated milk. Essential users with CG coupons gain earlier access to six 16 ounce cans. retailers must reserve stock for these buyers while remaining supply may go to non essentials. Coupons available from Local Ration Board. Italy commentary follows.
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Pricesand Trade Board
Wartime Prices Board Revises Poultry Price Rules in Canada
Ottawa notes revised regulations on maximum live and dressed poultry prices across Canada. The order raises wholesale dressed poultry by 2 cents per pound and cuts retailer mark ups to a 20 percent cap not to exceed 7 cents per pound, with consumer ceilings also rising.
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Ottawa
Canada
Prices and Trade Board
Clarke Township Council Sets 1943 Tax Collector and Bills
Clarke Township Council met October 5 in Orono. C. F. Awde reported 1942 tax collections with $2,576.76 uncollected, the lowest in years, and was reappointed tax collector for 1943. Dog caused sheep killings led to $168 in bills, totaling $1,145 paid in 1943. Numerous town expenses approved including salaries, supplies, and Road Voucher No. 9 for $2,789.94.
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Clarke Township
Orono
C. F. Awde
Manly
Dogis
Durham County Plowman’s Association
JH. Morris
J.J. Mellor
C. IB. Tyrrell
Rolph
Orono Weekly Times
Orono Teleiphone Co
S. R. Hart & Co
Beare’s Ltd
R.H. Wood
Town Hall
Orono Hydro Electric Commission
E. J. Randall
E. L. MacNachltan
W.H. Stanley
W. E. Davey
Oshawa
Cecil Glass
T. J. A.carscadden
Bruce Elliott
David Hendersion
Bert Samis
Fred Brimacombe
George Butters
C.if. Arude
Ontario Department of Agriculture Seeks 1944 Seed Supply
The Ontario Department of Agriculture moves to secure adequate seed for 1944 after partial 1943 oat and barley crop failures. Farmers should report needs by November 15 and offer surplus seed to neighbors, with advice to use Western seed if necessary. Directors and County Crop Improvement Associations urged to assist in distributing seed nationwide.
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Ontario Department of Agriculture
Thomas L. Kennedy
Department of Agriculture
How Much Has Been Saved for Canadians by Price Controls
An analysis shows each one point rise in the cost of living index costs Canadians about 34 million dollars annually. If prices rise like 1917, living costs would reach 350 million last year. Stabilization through 1943 could save Canadians 850 million.
Milk Rationing Details for Britain Including Priority List
The British milk ration allows non priority consumers to purchase 2 percent pints weekly. A priority schedule covers mothers, children, invalids and specific workers.
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Great Britain
Italy Joins UN Effort in World War II
Italy votes to support United Nations actions as it aligns with Allied powers. The move marks a shift in Italy's war posture and signals increased participation in multinational campaigns and diplomacy through the UN framework.
Victory Bonds Build Umbrella Of Safety For Troops
Military leaders describe Victory Bonds as an umbrella of safety to protect fighting men as they advance against Hitler and Hirohito. Officials say bonds speed voyages of Canadian troops, fund a barrage of safety worldwide, and earn higher interest than banks while securing families against future rain.
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United Nations
Hitler
Europe
Canada
Hirohito
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