The Vicious Spiral of Prices and Wages in Canada
The Wartime Prices and Control Board explains to Canadians why ceilings on prices and wage restraints matter to prevent a dangerous price wage spiral. It argues that without controls, rising wages would chase rising costs, reducing purchasing power and destabilizing factory, farm, and home life, risking social upheaval like in Germany after the last war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Prices and Control Board
Canada
Wage Control Helps Hold That Line
The piece argues wage control is essential to price control, stating money’s value lies in goods and services and wage hikes boost prices and taxes. It notes three possible outcomes of higher wages: higher product prices, subsidies funded by taxes, or reduced production, urging wage and price controls as interdependent tools for wartime Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Hold the line against inflation to protect living standards
The speaker argues that preserving a reasonable standard of living hinges on resisting inflation and keeping price rises in check, presenting a clear stance on economic policy and the need for disciplined fiscal action. The message emphasizes safeguarding households from rising costs through steady monetary and regulatory measures.
Paper drive plea from National War Salvage head
Charles LaFerle, National Director of the War Salvage Campaign, urges Canadians to back waste paper and paperboard drives. He notes paper is vital for war supplies, parachutes, containers, insulation, and paper vests for sailors. He cites shortages in logging, mills, and shipping, calling for greater domestic production to replace overseas losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diciedani
France
Italy
Charles LaFerle
Waralvage
Canada
North Atlantic
Navy
Merchant Marine
Increased discharge pay rates for armed service members
Petitioners Minister Ian Mac pengie announced higher discharge allowances for service personnel. Previously single men received 44.20 per month and married men 62.40 with child benefits. new rates are 60 and 80 respectively. Additional weekly allowances of 50 for single men and 7000 for a man and wife apply for those awaiting returns or unable to find work. Existing 60 and 80 rates will also cover those in ongoing education or vocational training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ian Macpengie
Armed Service
Price of Eggs in Italy and Canada Compared
Pte. George Sprunt from Italy notes eggs cost 24 lives for one egg, about $144 in Canadian money, while Canadian prices show $1.28 per dozen. Canada imposes a ceiling price with limited dealer profit of 6 cents per dozen during the season. egg supply is higher now than in winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
George Sprunt
Pte
Sprunt
Canada
New Regulations for Slaughtering Revised for Hogs and Lambs
Two Board orders affected hog and sheep producers. Hog custom slaughterers may charge two extra cents per hog to cover warrants for premiums on A and BL grand hog carcasses. A second order lowers the minimum live weight for lambs to 60 pounds during June to August, down from 75, enabled by the spring lamb price ceiling and meat rationing suspension.
Tariff cuts will benefit agriculturists
Federal authorities mandate full pass through of price reductions from removal of import tariffs on farm machinery and implements. The action marks the sweeping cut since the Macdonald era, as nearly all agricultural equipment shifts to the free list. The 10 per cent war exchange tax on farm implements is also removed, yielding overall tariff cuts ranging from 17 to 35 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macdonald
Sisley
Costs of implements will be lowered
The government states farm machinery will stay on the free list so prices will fall substantially. Currently tractors are the main U S import. as wartime metal and labor demand drops, more farm equipment from the United States and Canadian factories will be available. Prices stay at current levels until dealer stocks are cleared. tariff removal follows moves to support agricultural prices and cheaper farm credits.
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United States
Election Certain Before July 1945 says King
Prime Minister King told Parliament there will be no extension of the current Parliament and that elections may occur this year or next, but certainly before July 1, 1945. The term of Parliament expires next spring and family allowances will wait until after the election to avoid pre election cheques to Canadians.
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King
Commons
Some Banks Will Pay More In Taxation
The Canadian Finance Minister announced a possible Bank Act amendment to tax surplus inner reserves of banks. He said that seven banks showed reserves only moderately above safety needs and that the rise since 1929 was minimal, about half a percent, to ensure banks can meet depositors' calls.
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Commons Banking Committee
J. L Ilsley
Finance
Bank of Canada
Department of National Revenue
Iisley
Bank Reserve Disclosure Sparks Public Concern
The statement warns that publication of reserves could induce distrust and panic due to fluctuations from loan losses and investment value changes. It notes reserves are known to federal authorities and regularly monitored to ensure safety and soundness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elime
Vista Fair Acknowledges Attendees And Local News
Attendees at Brandon area fair enjoyed the event as reported. John Chegwin will turn 50 on Saturday July 15. The W M and Ladies Aid met at Mrs. Art Chesney’s home on July 5. George Sinclair and family returned from Winnipeg Thursday. Beck and Mrs M Woytowich traveled to Kamsack Sunday. Mrs S Ham returned home after an operation in Brandon. Vista football tied 2-2 with the Indian team at the Pow-wow Thursday night. Red Cross quilting bee held at the manse, one quilt completed with top donated by Mrs McLeod. Visitors included Mrs St Bascott, Mrs A Woods, Mrs St Olafston, and Faye at Art Chesney’s home Wednesday. A daughter was born to Lt. and Mrs. Wingert.
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Brandon Fair
John Chegwin
W.M
Ladies Aid
Art Chesney
S. Ham
Brandon
Vista
Red Cross
Manse
McLeod
Ranchvale Birdtail Social Notes and Visits
Miss Eunice Joiner reports Mrs J Coughlan returned home from Virden. Miss Oona Sinclair of Winnipeg visited her brother T Sinclair. Mr and Mrs Wm Finch of St Catharines Ontario are guests of F Cleland. Bob and Jimmie Mines of Winnipeg holiday with Mrs W Maxwell. Pte J Jackson of Red Deer visiting A Smwith. Attendees at the brand on air include T Sinclair Caldwell Veitch and Bacnesky family and Joe Schaworsky. Mr T Bowcott of Winnipeg spent weekend with family. Wm Pidlubuy motored to Saltcoats Thursday. Mr and Mrs 4 Carson visited daughter A Cleland. Frank Cleland and Alex Cleland motor to Winnipeg. G Fardell of Wog visiting daughter A Smith.
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Wm. Finch
St. Catherines, Ontario
F. Cleland
Messie
Bob
Jimmie Mines
Winipeg
Wm. Maxwell
Pte
J. Jackson
Red Deer
A. Smwith
T. Sinclair
E. Caldwell
A. Joiner
Steeling Veitch
A. Bacnesky
Joe Schaworsky
Mr. T. Bowcott
Winnipg
Mr. Wm. Pidlubuy
Saltcoats
Ruthenia Hall Nears Completion and Winnipeg Car Purchases
The report notes Anton and Bill Wiadyka buying cars in Winnipeg and Mrs John Prodan of Transcona visiting Ruthenia. Ruthenia Hall is nearly finished and expected to open in August. A Canadian Ukrainian meeting took place in Rosburn with attendees observed. Mrs H Belbas of Kevora visits locals, while Mrs Wa Brykaliuk recovers from illness and Miss Martha Olyniak returns from Winnipeg.
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Messrs
Anton
Bill Wiadyka
Winnipeg
John Prodan
Transcona
Ruthenia Hall
Roesburn
H. Belbas
Kevora
Wa. Brykaliuk
Martha Olyniak
Local Social Notes and Summer Schedule Actions
The report notes Mr and Mrs Pete Kuayk of Grandview visiting at Mr and Mrs Bryketing's home. Glen Elmo School ends term June 29 for summer vacation. Lena Kazyx departs for Grandview. Mrs Fred Kusenko of Port Arthur spends a month with George and his wife. Winnipeg visitors last week include Fred Detley and son Mike Anton Wladyka Nick Harry Verbowski Bill Wladyka and Mike Verbowski.
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Pete Kuayk
Grandview
Mr. and Mee
We. Bryketing
Glen Elmo
Lena Kazyx
Fred Kusenko
Port Arthur
George Hlagie
Winnipeg
Mesers
Fred Detley
Mike
Anton Wladyka
Nick
Harry Verbowski
Bill Wladyka
Mike Verbowski
Local notes from Mears district report visits and incidents
Mr Roy Bereza from Camp Borden is home on short leave while Mr Nick Kohuch from Vita returns for the summer. Roads remain passable in the valley before next downpour. A Glen Elmo picnic drew many district residents and Ivan Baydock led a Rossburn group to Brandon for the Provincial Exhibition. Irene Sawchuk returns from Winnipeg with Grade 10 from Gordon Bell. Ukrainian Committee delegates met at Ressburn on July 7. Sam Sewerchuk, at the post office for pension, was struck by a horse drawn by a twelve year old, knocked unconscious. He was taken to Sacred Heart hospital in Russell with three broken ribs, facial bruise, and foot injury. collision under investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irene Sawchuk
Gordon Bell School
Winnipeg
Ressburn
Sam Sewerchuk
Wm. Derlago
Sewerchuk
Semaniuk
Sacred Heart Hospital
Russell
Salvation Army Home Front Appeal Opens September 18 1944
The Salvation Army launches a national Home Front Appeal to raise one million dollars over twelve days in 400 towns with 30 000 volunteers and 1500 officers. All Canada corps join except local community chest areas as efforts support poverty relief prison reentry sick visiting and postwar rehabilitation for returned soldiers, under Commissioner Benjamin Frames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Home Front
Canada
Army of Mercy
Benjamin Frames
Sid
Salvation
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George
Shoal Lake
Rossburn Theatre
Humphrey 3Oogart R. Mass
Julie Bishop
Alan Hale Dane Clark
Fred Astaire
Joan Leslie
Robert Benchley
Robert Ryan
E. Patterson
Freddie Slack and His Orchestra
Tarzan
Johnny Weis
Viunler
Nancy Kelly
Otto Kruger
Joe Sawyer
Lloyd Corrigan
Robert Lowery
Rexall
Paris Green
Derris
Barlow & Dutton
Qossbur
George Sinclair
Sharon
Mrs. Beck
Mra M. Woytowich
Kamsack
Lac
Mrs. Wingert
Miss Eunice Joiner
Mrs. J. Coughlan
Virden
Oona Sinclair
Mr. T. Sinclair
Mrs. 4. Carson
Mrs. A. Cleland
Frank Cleland
Alex Cleland
Mrs. G. Fardell
Wog
Mrs. A. Smith
Glen Elmo-Ruthenia
Mike Werbowski
Mears
Ivan Baydock
Roy Bereza
Camp Borden
Nick Kohuch
Vita, Man
Man
Rossburn
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