Wood cellulose fuels wartime production and progress
The article notes wood pulp derived cellulose becomes nitrocellulose for high explosives and propellants, with Canada expanding domestic production to cut imports. It highlights cellulose uses beyond gunpowder, including rayon, cellophane, ceramics, lacquers, films, and paper, stressing the material’s broad war relevance and historical roots from Schoenbein to early nitrocellulose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Navy
John Wesley Hyatt
Hilaire de Chardonnet
Swedes Honored by British Admiralty for Rescue at Sea
Two Swedish seamen were decorated by the British Admiralty for risking their lives to save a shipmate after a torpedo strike on a British vessel. Their act of courage took place during the perilous hours at sea, highlighting international cooperation and naval bravery amid the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiralty
Plane Production Advances Toward 5000 Monthly Rate
The United States Aeronautical Chamber of Commerce said aircraft output neared Roosevelt's 5000 per month target after surpassing 4000 in May. From December 7 to October 1, a wartime surge produced more planes than the entire 16 year prewar period, with forecasts for over 4.0 billion dollars in 1942 and a surge in heavy long-range aircraft. More than a score of new warplane types were in testing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Aeronautical Chamber of Commerce
Roosevelt
U.S
To Conserve Power Eastern Paper Mills Plan To Curtail Operations
In Montreal a joint announcement by Power Controller H. J. Symingon and Newsprint Controller R. L. Weldon states that thirty six pulp and paper mills in Ontario and Quebec join an electrical power conservation program. Extra power will be supplied from mills in shortage areas to be used efficiently. The plan covers operating fine paper and paper board mills on Sundays and shutting them down for 24-hour periods on weekdays to boost power for war industries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastern Paper Mills
Ontario
Quebec
Montreal
H. J. Symingon
R. L. Weldon
Milking Ambition Despite Cow Fear in Land Army
A New Statesman and Nation report recounts a woman seeking entry to the Women's Land Army. Interview reveals she fears cows yet eagerly wishes to learn milking, declaring she could manage once starting with a calf.
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The
New Statesman and Nation
London
Women's Land Army
Pre-1600 Books About 1060 Titles Known to Exist
The count notes just over one thousand sixty early printings survive from before the 16th century. It highlights the limited corpus of early printed literature and hints at preservation gaps. The figure underscores ongoing cataloging and scholarly interest in medieval and early modern book production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. R. McHattie
Canadian Industries Limited
Canada to accept 1000 Jewish refugee children from France
Canada will take up to 1000 Jewish refugee children from France under a wartime sanctuary plan. Homes and maintenance must be arranged in Canadian Jewish households, with the arrangement lasting for the duration of the war. negotiations and transport delays may affect arrival timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Canada
United States
Rugmaking Easy Worthwhile Craft
Learn to make nine rugs from odds and ends using crocheted braided woven hooked or tufted methods. Pattern 7410 provides materials, pieces, and step instructions. Send twenty cents to Household Arts Department Winnipeg Newspaper Union 175 McDermot Avenue Winnipeg Man with name address and pattern number.
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Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg
Man
Air raid casualties toll in September raids announced
The Ministry of Home Security in London reports British civilian casualties from German air raids in September totaling 207 killed or missing and 238 injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ministry of Home Security
London
Britain
Hurricane dive bombing adds to RAF air power
The Royal Air Force has reportedly used Hurricanes as dive bombers in attacks described by a squadron leader. Eight Hurricanes dove in formation from 8,000 feet at 400 mph, releasing two tons of bombs while fending off Nazi defenses. The tactic, praised for speed and morale impact, marks a notable expansion of RAF air power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Royal Air Force
France
R.A.F
Far East
Home Meat Storage Advice from Health Authorities
Government inspectors ensure meat is free from disease and markets are sanitary but home storage risks bacterial growth and toxins. Refrigeration below 50 degrees F or curing with salt or smoke is advised, and uncooked meat should be uncovered on a platter, cooked meat covered to prevent drying.
Ottawa transfers rentals administration to Toronto and Montreal
The wartime prices and trade board announced a relocation effective Oct. 15 moving Ontario and western rentals administration to Toronto to ease Ottawa housing and office strain. The rentals administration for Quebec and the maritime provinces moves from Ottawa to Montreal as part of decentralizing Ottawa operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prices and Trade Board
Ottawa
Toronto
Ontario
Prairie Provinces
British Columbia
Quebec
Maritime Provinces
Montreal
National Security Rules Limit Immigration to Northern Ireland
Home Secretary Morrison announced entrance controls for Northern Ireland. Starting for those not resident before January 1940, entry permits must be obtained from the Northern Ireland government under defense regulations. The move aims to curb nationalist activity and allows deportation of undesirables while US forces are present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Ireland
United States
Home
Morrison
House of Commons
Hail Prevention With Cannons In Italy In 1900
In 1900 Italian authorities still relied on a fleet of about 10,000 artillery pieces to fire at clouds in hopes of preventing hail. The effort aimed to shield crops from hail damage despite the large number of cannons deployed.
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Italy
How Uncle Sam Got His Name From War Time Beef
The passage notes Troy New York served as a wartime food clearing center in 1612 and Samuel Wilson the packer supplied beef for American soldiers. Soldiers called the beef Uncle Sam’s beef, leading to Uncle Sam becoming a nickname for the government due to Wilson's initials U S.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
New York
Your Life Magazine
U.S
United States
Samuel Wilson
Uncle Sam
Wilson
Deaf Santa Rosa woman has hearing dog for alerts
Mrs Esther Masters, totally deaf in Santa Rosa California, owns a two year old brindle and white Boston terrier named Mitzie. The dog serves as her hearing aid by racing to her when the doorbell rings or any disturbance arises and nudges her hand to signal events needing attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esther Masters
Santa Rose
Cal
Mitzie
Mizzie
Landmark Anthracite Fire Extinguished After 42 Years
The burning anthracite vein in a northern Pennsylvania hard coal field, found alight in 1800, is finally extinguished after four years of excavation by Simpson Coal Company. The long burning site near a motor area may run hotter and require a different spark plug choice for best results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsyyvania
Simpson Coal Company
East African short-headed frog swells to deter enemies
The east African short-headed frog swells its body to frighten predators, resembling a baboon in size and posture. This defensive display serves to deter potential threats in its natural habitat.
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United Nations
Nature
Christian Frederick Schoenbein
Professor Schoenbein
Schoenbein
Alfred du Pont
America
New Post
J. E Michaud
Ministry of Transport
St. Antonin
Que
Alice Brooks
Department of Munitions and Supply
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