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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 17, 1941
Page
5
The text notes prices edging upward in many goods and recognizes government steps to curb profiteering seen in the last war. It argues that most current increases are reasonable and largely unavoidable while urging continued vigilance against excess charges affecting all people.
The piece notes unusually fast growth of grass and weeds around town following heavy spring rains. It warns that as the ground dries, fires could erupt, especially with strong winds. Vacant lots are urged to be cleared to reduce fire risk and potential damage.
Manitoba topped the Dominion in war savings certificates for June with 436 724 dollars toward a 520 000 quota. In the first half of 1941 Manitobans subscribed 7 percent of total Canadian war savings money, surpassing other provinces. The piece argues for sacrifice and warns that choices between democracy and dictatorship hinge on spending and national effort.
Farmers face a harvest staffing challenge as many young men serve in uniform. A prior wartime fix relied on town groups working short evening shifts on nearby farms, but this would only partially meet the need.
A wartime appeal urges Canadians to cut private car fuel use by at least 50 percent to supply airplanes and ships. It stresses the Empire air campaign over Germany and the need to fuel training ships, the navy, and convoys, arguing the choice is straightforward for every citizen.
A Minnedosa Tribune reader recalls a man arguing that conscription remains valid from the 1914-18 war and could be enforced tomorrow without government action. He links it to perpetual war aims and questions election promises, suggesting many have been misled.
SAADWARDINE LAC guests include Albert and Mrs Baily of Dauphin visiting Mr and Mrs Wm Erwin. Several locals travel for holidays to the east. R.C.A.F. member Ralph Post of Brandon visits family in town. Red Cross holds monthly meeting at Hunter's Hall planning a roof bee and quilting session, last before harvest.
European supply cuts through German domination push drug costs in Canada up about 25 percent above prewar levels. Wholesale merchants note no clear sign of relief soon as shortages bite and prices stay high.
Five fall calves strayed from a Brandon area location south of Carnegie including Holstein heifer red Steer white faced Steer Joan Heifer and black Steer with white on feet. Notify W. Lumbard at 880-14 with any information. Reward offered.
If more walking replaces riding under new rules, people may view it as a blessing in disguise. The shift could affect transportation habits, health, and city planning as communities adapt to the constraint.
Nova Scotia reconstructs the Port Royal Habitation to reflect early European settlement in America north of the Gulf of Mexico. Hand hewn beams and ironwork dominate the restored fort at Annapolis Royal, once Champlain’s headquarters, now a public historic site attracting broad attention.
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