Observers doubt Labor unity amid Canada election talk
The piece critiques the Aluminum Trust inquiry as whitewashed and forecasts a federal election likely this summer. It weighs Liberals, CC F, Bloc Populaire, and Progressive Conservatives shifts in seats, noting parliamentary recess and public indifference.
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Quebec
Bloc Populaire
Ontario
C.C.F
Liberal Party
Eouce of Commons
C.C F
Cc.f
Progressive Conservatives
Mr. Bracken
Progressive-Conservatives
U.C
Co Partners and Wives in Farm Rights and Mortgage Law
A historical discussion argues that a wife acts as equal partner in farm life, handling butter and markets, guarding the premises, aiding poultry and garden, and resisting a husband’s secret loans. It condemns laws allowing unilateral mortgage without wife’s consent and calls for stronger protections requiring wife approval for signatures and security.
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Lia
Payments on 1940 Wheat Crop Certificates Begin in March
Trade Minister MacKinnon told the commons that payments on participation certificates for the 1940 wheat crop will start in March. Payments for 1941 and 1942 crops will begin after 1940 payments finish, while 1943 payments are undetermined. He said all certificates will be paid and that farmers who let theirs lapse will not be harmed. The Wheat Board has duplicates but may delay payouts for lost certificates amid a heavy accounting load from the wheat stock takeover.
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MacKinnon
John Diefenbater
P.C
Lake Centre
Wheat Board
Note and Comment on Money Lost and Social Observation
A reader reports finding a substantial sum beside a fence at a business farmer's home and notes it had faded for months. The item discusses self reliance, a curious insect breath test, and a critical take on rough young men and their impact on work and marriage prospects.
Conditional chocolate sales and ration guidance during wartime
A Winnipeg wartime column answers reader questions on rationing and sales practices. It explains that stores may not conditionally sell chocolate bars, that gifting rationed coffee abroad is allowed if legally acquired, and outlines tea and canning sugar coupon rules. It advises on dividend ration use, equitable distribution, and proper handling of unused coupons.
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England
Armed Services
Wy Eld
Fragmentary historical note signals uncertainty and self-doubt
A garbled quotation describes a warning that people may not protect themselves or others if something goes wrong. The fragment suggests introspection and a call to self-examination amid confusion. The text hints at a lack of confidence and a metaphorical jump into a well to find clarity.
Angusville Social Notes Highlight Local News
Miss Yelena Rubesiuk reports on guests and travel including Pte Harry Kukuradza on leave, Miss Pauline Rubeniuk visiting Mrs George Chamberlain in Braedon, and Mr Sam Wowk with Mervin Siwack traveling to Winnipeg for business. A Red Cross dance on Friday January 28 attracted many locals with Daddn's Orchestra.
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Yelena Rubesiuk
Pte
Harry Kukuradza
Kicka
Pauline Rubeniuk
George Chamberlain
Braedon
Sam Wowk
Mervin Siwack
Winnipeg
Angusville
Red Cros
Daddn
Mears District Feels Feb Storm Halts Wood Cutting and Socials
Ivan Baydock reports a storm delaying summer wood cutting and ice packing projects in the district. A Pie Social and Valentine dance at Mears raises funds for Soldier's Aid, while a Leap Year dance with modest attendanceே. Mr Waey Kuzeno dies at 70 in Russell, mourned locally.
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Mears
Soldier’s Aid Fund
Baydock
Waey Kuzeno
Sacred Heart Hospital
Russell
Seech Notices and Local Visits Highlight Weekend
Mrs Helen Autonation reports Nick Mallation spent days in Winnipeg visiting relatives. A play and dance will be held in Seech hall on Saturday February 12. Joe Kurchoba left for Victoria after two weeks at home. Andrew Nychek returned from Winnipeg after an operation. Water Baranyk left for Winnipeg for military training. De Danits visits Mr and Mrs Steve Limits of Gakic. Joe Twerdun of Ola visited his parents. J J Gerdus and family visited Alba and the Buternowskis. Nick Matiowsky fell from a horse and broke a foot. extent of injury unknown as no word from Branden where treatment is taking place.
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Helen
Nick Matiowsky
Branden
Army releases on Canadian Women's Army Corps walkout status
National Defence Headquarters announces discharge actions for the Canadian Army. More than 10 000 men, including 350 officers, have been discharged since September for health, age, or greater value to the country as civilians. personnel discharged after November 1, 1913 receive a clothing allowance of 65 as part of their discharge benefits.
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Kheki Rayou Stockioze
Canadian Women’s Army Corps
National Defence Headquarters
Vista Community Notes Include Visits and Upcoming Dance
Glen Breaky returns from Brandon visit as Pte Nick Yaskiew and Pte Dan Uawilten spend leave with relatives. A dance is planned at Vista Community Hall on Feb 11. Several locals visit family in Grandview Winnipeg and Chesney attend meetings. 53rd wedding anniversary wishes go to Mr. and Mrs. Jobo Chegwia on Feb 13.
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D. A. McDonald
Mirae Ro
Chesney
Mra
Br Wingert
Laverne
Winnipeg
W.M.S
Ladies Aid
D. McIntyre
Jobo Chegwia
Randivale Birdtail News Notes Local Moves
Miss Eunice Joiner reports unitary medical examination. Mrs A Smith visits Winnipeg area to see daughter Helen post operation. Lisses Cordlla and Dolly Miller take dress shop work in Wog. Mrs As Carson of Winnipeg visits daughter Mrs A Cleland. Mrs Crookshanks hosts tea for mother Mrs Christy of Victoria. Pte Evecent Miller returns after leave with parents Mr and Mrs Miller. Surprise quilting party at Mrs Macyshyn home on Jan 29 hosted by Mrs Barnesky and Mrs Kevanchuk. Francis and Mary Schaworski honored at home of Mrs Carl Schaworski on Friday January 29. Guests from Angusville and Birdtail attend.
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8. Barnesky
J. Kevanchuk
Mra Macyshyn
Carl Schaworski
Francis
Mary Schaworski
Angusville
Birdtail
Od to the Pig Raiser and the Farmer's War
A satirical piece portrays Jin Gardiner as a farmer’s man who criticizes wartime shortages and pig production. It depicts a spring rush of sows and a planner named Jimmy pushing for more effort, while market shortages and questionable grading reveal the era’s frustrations with supply chains and labor. The text combines rustic humor with opinions on contracts, rationing, and profit.
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Jin Gardiner
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