18 Jun 1942
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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
1
A column reflects on high school life under war, noting uncertain world events, rationing, and student priorities. It critiques racial stereotypes, praises Russians and Chinese as Allies, and recalls amateur garden protections from frost as spring arrives.
The article corrects an earlier claim that overseas soldiers were charged 18.50 to broadcast greetings. It states no soldier is charged by CBC or BBC, noting Audio-Scriptions Inc. misled recipients. CBC overseas unit covers costs, service is free. Western Canadian, Manitou.
Ottawa announced that over 90 000 retail dealers will pledge to press sale of War Savings Stamps as representatives of the National War Finance Committee. Window signs will mark their appointment, aiming to ease access and promote thrift through stamp and certificate purchases as a stake in victory.
The House of Commons passes a 2 billion dollar war appropriation. Enlistments in Canadian forces reach 80 340 through May 1942. Living costs rise with the index from 115.9 to 116.1 in two months. The UK Australia New Zealand Canada air training pact expands to 1945 with Canada to host a vast new air training organization. April and four month retail sales show strong gains, dollar trading up, and broad regional increases in Canada. Major Attlee emphasizes Canada as a key air training hub.
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