Canadians Face Dual Allegiance In New Global Defence Frame
The New Platesman and Nation editor argues a Canada United States defence board could reshape the continent. The piece warns Nazi or Japanese advances threaten all 21 republics and Canada, cites constitutional hurdles, and notes a dawning tendency toward dual allegiance as a start in Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cansémas
United States
Pan-American Union
Europe
United Kingdom
Canada
Control Of Gasoline Proposals Move To Restrict Outlets
The Windsor Star argues that limiting gasoline outlets after August 8, through the Oil Controller for Canada, would curb uneconomic duplication in the retail system. It says the order avoids rationing now but curbs drain on the dominion’s economy and may lessen future shocks.
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Canada
Dominion
Windsor Star
Fresh Water for Poultry Across Seasons
The Family Herald and Weekly Star urges constant access to fresh clean drinking water for both young and old poultry in summer. Water cools blood, aids digestion, and boosts feed intake, growth, body condition, and egg production. Automatic waterers and piped water systems reduce daily labor and ensure a continuous supply.
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The
Family Herald and
Weekly Star
The Time Saved and the Reckless Motorist
The Guelph Mercury asks what a driver does with six saved minutes and finds the answer: nothing of importance. The so called time saved only adds to motor accidents, as the driver dawdles and harms others while contributing to the danger on the road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Guelph Mercury
Refugees to Britain and Internment Plan
The government plans internment of refugees claiming German and Austrian agents among the arrivals. Home Office control extends to internment and a census of internees is underway. Ernest Bevin organizes an International Labor Front to place skilled refugees from Poland Czecho Slovakia Germany and Austria in national priority work.
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Gestapo
Tevitary
O%ce
Germany
Austria
Home Office
Ernest Bevin
Poland
Czecho-Slovakia
London Theatres See Peak Attendance in Two Decades
The London theatre boom hits its strongest level in 20 years with near nightly full houses. Managers cite relief after tension, fewer travel difficulties, and an uptick in provincial holidaymakers flocking to the capital as the tide turns after late July.
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London
Siong Shaftesbury Avenue
France
Oklahoma City Reporter Demonstrates Courtesy to Women
A city reporter, convinced by proof, performed 124 courteous gestures toward women to counter a reader’s claim that women lack common courtesy. He held doors for 60 women, turned on taps for 20, stepped aside 10 times at counters, allowed 30 women to exit elevators first, and gave his seat to women four times. Only two women thanked him, while others gave a stern, unfriendly eye.
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Oklahoma City
Victory Through Pain and Canada’s Support for Britain
The Toronto Daily Star voices resolve as Canada pledges munitions, foods, ships, and troops to Britain. It frames victory as born of sacrifice, acknowledging suffering of noncombatants but expressing confidence that Britain will triumph in its hour of trial.
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Canada
Britain
Toronto Daily Star
Refugees Return to French Homes Before Winter
Government officials report about 800000 refugees and over 1000000 demobilized soldiers are sent back to homes in German-occupied and unoccupied zones of France before August 1949. Nearly all refugees are expected to be returned before winter.
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France
Ribbon Tailed Pew Bird Found in Australia
A pew bird of paradise in Australia is identified as Ribbon Tailed due to two long tail streamers, noted in recent wildlife reports.
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Australia
Strewmiers
Coast town struggles with abandoned animals in Britain
A Local Defence Corps officer in a British coast town takes in 20 dogs, many cats, goldfish, 40 chickens, some rabbits and a parrot. His unit members contribute a penny weekly toward animal food and care.
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Britain
Defence Corps
Belgian Girl Hears Talking Dogs Echo Familiar Voice
A young girl visiting from Belgium mishears a barking dog as a familiar voice and exclaims in French that dogs talk like those in Belgium. Also noted is the summer launch of the first all welded large cargo ship built in the United States.
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Belgium
United States
Nation bears full obligation for soldier dependents
Winnipeg Free Press notes there is no patriotic fund in the current war. The nation covers support for soldiers' dependents from the national treasury. Allowances under wartime rules provide $35 monthly for a wife, $12 monthly for each of two children, and $20 monthly for a dependent mother or father.
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National Treasury
Soliktiery
Winnipeg Free Press
Dangerous kiss a dog fatal lesson
A teacher warns students against kissing animals. A pupil recounts Aunt Alice kissing her dog and the animal dies, illustrating the danger.
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Alice
Air Traffic Up in July for Trans-Canada and Other Lines
Trans-Canada Airlines carried 5 098 passengers in July, up 416 from June. Bdair freight rose to 60 553 pounds, 8 022 more than June, and ail express moved 8 779 pounds, up 601 pounds.
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Air Trafic
Trans-Canada Air Lines
Bdair
Ail Express
Grain Stoking Practices in Prairie Park Areas
Agricultural notes from Beaverlodge outline grain stock construction to withstand wet and frost. Five bundles per stook, north south exposure, double caps to shed water, and sun exposure strategies. Alternatives include northeast southwest placement and cap removal. debate on cap labor vs payoff.
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Prairie Provinces
Dominion
Beaverlodge
Peace River Country
W. D. Albright
How To Make Tea Amid War Time Shortages
Ministry of Food experts offer tips to stretch two ounces of tea per week. Use a well warmed earthenware teapot, bring the kettle to the pot, brew briefly and stir before pouring, ensure the teapot is dry inside, and keep the kettle free from residue.
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Ministry of Food
John Bull
Consideration For Animals At Angell Hospital
In 1889 and 1939 the Angell Animal Hospital in Boston treated 1622 and 1848 animals struck by automobiles. Many recovered partly or wholly, some died, others were euthanized. Each year 1008 or more injured strays are brought in, suggesting reduced fatalities with fewer pet disturbances.
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Angell Animal Hospital
Boston
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T. W. Earp
London Daily Telegraph
British Food Ministry
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