Candid Comments by Observer on Tax Policy and War Costs
The observer criticizes U.S. Congress for blocking a Roosevelt tax bill during wartime, arguing high wartime spending and inflation require higher taxes. It urges Canada and Britain to tax themselves similarly to support the allies, noting booming U.S. profits after taxes in 1943 and questioning the fairness of tax relief for the wealthy. The piece frames this as essential neighbor policy and democratic accountability.
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United Nations
Great Britain
Lhoarevelt
Congress
Canada
Congres
Roosevelt
U.S. Treasury
U.S
Russia Not Interested in Central Europe
The London Observer quoted Premier Stalin in Moscow saying Russia has no intention of expanding into central or western Europe. He warned against linking him with Hitler and stated those who make such connections know nothing about politics.
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London County Observer
Stalin
Diplomatic Corp
Moscow
Russia
Europe
Hitler
Campaign for Funds Urges Aid as War Rages On
The appeal outlines how Red Cross dollars are spent including 32.66 percent on comforts for armed forces and air raid victims, 37.69 percent on POW food parcels, 9.40 percent sending food to Britain, 24.1 percent building Taplow hospital, 7.34 percent grants to Allied societies, 30.8 percent warehousing and shipping, 1.28 percent disaster relief, 2.54 percent campaign and publicity, and 3.79 percent administration, urging Canadian public support under Geneva Convention constraints.
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Canada
Red Cross
Britain
Taplow
England
Allied Red Cross Societies
Total Casualty Figures Revealed in War Totals
Official sources give Canada allied losses since the outbreak of war as total casualties exceeding 11,090 for the two services and transport. Navy casualties exceed 1,100 and merchant navy over 1,209, army figures not released. An unofficial tally lists army deaths about 2,765 with 1,114 missing and 3,338 prisoners, plus 4,490 wounded. Navy deaths 1,084 with 5 missing and 9 prisoners, merchant navy dead and missing around 660 plus 699 in other UN ships.
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2.C.A.F
Navy
Merchants Navy
Depictozat
Defence Headquarters
C .F
United Nations
Rationing table for March 1944 food coupons issued
The document lists March 1944 rationing details for Coffee or Tea coupons E1 to E4 with new valid dates, Luger pink coupons 14 to 28 plus 29 from March 30, Butter purple coupons 50 to 55 with staggered validity through March 31 and April 30, and Orange preserves D1 to D16 with no expiry. Note: Ration Book No 4 to be issued in late March.
Registry for Crippled Children in Manitoba
The Manitoba Department of Health and Public Welfare establishes a Crippled Children's Registry to identify and assist children not over sixteen with crippling deformities or injuries. Write to Crippled Children's Registry 320 Sherbrooke Street with child name, guardians, and nature of defect. treatment may begin promptly. Simply address to Department of Health and Public Welfare 320 Sherbrooke Street Winnipeg.
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Manitoba Department of Heath Sod Public Welfare
Manitoba
Sherbrooke Street
Department of Health
Crippled Children’s Registry
Department of Heath and Public Welfare
Winnpeg
New Labelling Orders Target Women Wear Eight Garments
New labeling orders by the Water Prices and Trade Board require underwear and women and misses dresses to bear WPT I scene numbers and garment style numbers after March to trace sources and investigate degradation complaints. Similar rules cover men's shirts underwear work clothing hats and suits. The board notes consumer protection at manufacturing level through seasonal line details and price lists, with price approval based on goods value.
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Wat'rre Pricea and Trade Board
Pew
Citizens urged to return used tubes voluntarily
The article notes that turning in used collapsible tubes is no longer compulsory with purchases of shaving cream or toothpaste, but citizens are urged to volunteer. N. C. Smith, goods officer for the Martine Prices and Trade Board, has emphasized the guidance.
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N. C. Smith
Gooda
Martine Prices and Trade Board
Worthy project urges reading room for Returned Soldiers
A local veterans group proposes a reading and club room for Returned Soldiers, seeking community support and donations to purchase a suitable low cost building offered by Mr il Beirnes. They urge fostering a library within to promote wholesome recreation, educate, and elevate morale, providing a shared, accessible space for veterans during long winter evenings.
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Beirnes
Dance and Social A Vance and Box Social at Hanko School
A Junior Red Cross sponsored box social held February 26 at Hanko School drew interest with many attractive boxes sold by Mr. Yarmey who also gave an apt address. Thanks extended to Mr. Yarmey fire co-operation and to See-Treas. Mr. Klym for help. Carl Tucker and his orchestra provided music. The event raised 30.90 dollars and marked a strong start for the Red Cross campaign.
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Ted Cross
Hranko School
Yarmey
Klym
See-Treas
Carl Tucker
Red Cross
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Rossburn Review
George A Lauman
Altorney
Russell
Church Services
United Church
B. F. Parsons
Rossburs
Rossburn
VIFTA
Divine Service
Pentecostal Assembly
A. J. Hall
Divine Worship
Evangelistic Service
Children’s Chuareb Fund
Rossburn Theatre
Frisco
Starling
Alice Fay
John Payne
Jack Oakie
Lynn Bari
Preston Foster
John Sutton
Jack Holt
Ceresan
Resan
Barlow & Dutton
Central
Campaign For Funds
Seid As
Registry For Crippled Children
C. R. Dawson
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