World Happenings Briefly Told
A Polish wing of the FLA destroyed 225 enemy planes over Britain and occupied territories. A Parisian named Gourlot was executed in January for possessing arms. Squadron leader Stan Turner, Dunkirk and Battle of Britain veteran, now commands a Canadian fighter squadron. University of Manitoba to launch an air training squadron next autumn. Geneva grounds host Swisa’s wheat growth in League of Nations gardens. US leaflets dropped over France by three pilots of the BC A F with others as wireless operators. Oswiecim camp death rate reported at 1,500 monthly by a captured prisoner.
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FLA F. Haa
Britain
Gourlot
Paris
Sqdvn
Stan Turner
Dunkirk
Uhe University of Manitoba
Sidney E Smith
Swisa
League of Nations
Geneva
Switzerland
Farmera
Europe
United States
France
Bl.c.a.f
Pollan Telegraphic Agency
Oswiecim
Poland
New Short Rifle Issued To British Army For Close Combat
A new rifle with a needle-pointed nine inch bayonet and the same mechanism as the Lee Enfield is being issued to the British Army. The bayonet is 7 14 inches shorter than current models and claimed to be superior for hand to hand fighting.
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Experta
Princess Panels Slender Pattern by Anne Adams
Sewing pattern notice describes pattern 4937 with slender princess paneling for a slim silhouette. Includes a half-belted back, unusual collar, pockets, contrast ric rac, and options for long sleeves in crepe or wool. Pattern sizes 34 to 46, fabric needs noted. send 20 cents to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Winnipeg.
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Anne Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermoot Ave
Winnipeg
Man
Training School Graduates Badge Recipients Across Western Provinces
A list of Western Canada graduates from No. 2 Withetas Training School RCAF Calgary Alta received badges. Presentations were made by Squadron Leader A C Heaven MC in the absence of Group Captain Owen. Names span British Columbia Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba with towns including Abbotsford Bassano Delburne Estevan Raymore Raymore etc.
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Canada
No. 2 Witeias Training School
RCAF
Calgary
Alta
A. C. Heaven
oMcer
E R Owen
British Columbia
T. H. Short
Abbotsford
T. B. T.anson
Duncan
P. E. Pigeon
Williams Lake
G. G. Clarke
Creston
J. Lament
Abbbotsfield
Alverta
H. R. Bacon
Bassano
T. G. Green
Delburne
L. Roterge
Beauvalion
J. H. Graham
Macleod
Saskatchewan
J. J. Slabick
Estevan
A. P. Smith
D. P. Rogers
Edgeley
A. Vrabetz
Fenwood
L. F. White
McAuley
R. R. Ross
Benswood
C. J. Phelps
Austin
C. P. Ralph
Elm Creek
L. H. Steuart
Miniota
Planning a Play Production and Rehearsal Space
Instructions for directors on preparing period accuracy props costumes and scenery with a focus on budgeting staging layout and rehearsal space. The guidance covers photos, furniture, lighting, special effects, borrowing items, and using improvised props to cut costs. Local note from Mary Ellen Burgess invites readers to consider practical, scalable stage plans and device-based solutions.
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Mary Ellen Burgess
Regina
Postponement Proposed for Vitamin Rich Flour Standards
The Canadian milling and baking industry seeks a two month delay to introduce vitamin-rich flour and bread under Dominion standards due to machinery adjustments and testing needs. Ottawa meeting reviewed the hurdles including equipment, supplies, and full vitamin content testing before market release. Stalin signed a peace pact with Hitler and continued arming.
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Dominion
Ottawa
Horse Sense and the Human Voice in Driving Teams
A short essay extols horses hearing and the impact of calm, clear speech from drivers. It recalls that horses respond to voice more than shouted commands and notes a Boston driver known as Silent Jim who steered six horses without speaking.
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Boston
Silent Jim
Riddle on the economy tests the middle ground
The verse ponders the middle of effort and finance as ends meet. It asks what happens to the middle when both ends strive to balance. The line hints at tension and negotiation within a struggling economy.
Temptation of Jesus in the Wilderness
Sunday School lesson centers on Matthew 4 1 11 Mark 1 12 13 Luke 4 2 13 and James 1 12 18, detailing Jesus led by the Spirit into the wilderness to fast 40 days and 40 nights facing three temptations by the devil, who seeks bread, tests God, and offers worldly kingdoms. Jesus replies with scripture and commands Satan away as angels minister afterward.
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Jesus
Holy
Temple
Satan
Young Composers Scholarship Continues Amid War
The Canadian Performing Right Society will run its fifth annual scholarship contest for Canadian composers under 22 on March 1 1942. Two manuscripts are required with one a song, major prize 750 dollars at the Toronto Conservatory, plus three 50 dollar awards. junior division for under 16 offers 25 15 and 10 dollars. Entries should request forms and rules from the society’s head office in the Royal Bank Building Toronto.
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Canadian Performing Right Society
Toronto Conservatory of Music
Royal Bank Building
Toronto
Nutrition Foundation Formed by U.S. Food Makers
Fifteen leading U.S. food manufacturers have created a nonprofit Nutrition Foundation to operate a cooperative scientific research lab. George A. Mooney notes free distribution of discoveries in nutrition for consumers. Dr. Karl T. Compton heads the foundation at MIT, stressing urgency of nutrition amid war. Paul S. Willis praises it as advancing industry public relations and civilian and military nutrition needs.
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Health League of Canada
League
U.S
George A. Mooney
New York Times
Karl T. Compton
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
New Foundation
Paul S. Willis
Associated Grocery Manufacturers of America
Up To The Motorist Simple Wise tire care urges caution
Foresight can greatly prolong tire life. Motorists are urged to drive at moderate speeds, have tires checked periodically, keep them properly inflated, and ensure wheels are in alignment. Shortage of rubber may last longer. lengthening tire life depends on driver actions.
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Windsor Star
Mackenzie River Longest in Canada at 2514 Miles
The Mackenzie river system, draining Great Slave Lake, is described as the longest river in Canada with headwaters covering about 2514 miles. The fact emphasizes the river's extensive reach and geographical significance.
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Mackenzie
Great Slave Lake
Canada
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