The Folly Of Isolationism Before the War
The article argues that isolationism failed to shield nations from modern warfare effects. It credits the later strong coalition of Britain, the United States, and Russia, and the United Nations, with enabling the Allied victory over Germany and Japan. It cautions that had Western Europe opposed Hitler, the war might have been avoided and human suffering reduced.
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Europe
United Nations
Germany
Japan
Western
Hitler
Britain
United States
Russia
Lesson Learned At Great Cost
The lesson that collective security is essential for peace and liberty was learned at great cost. Isolationism is dangerous in peace as in war, and mutual aid between nations must continue after victory. Each Allied defeat threatened all who supported the Allied cause, and distant poverty or disease can affect us at home.
One World Aid and Shared Prosperity Post War
The text argues for continued international aid from Canada and the United States to nations harmed by war. It links humanitarian aid to future economic growth, urging ongoing global engagement and warning against isolationism that could threaten peace and prosperity for all.
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Canada
United States
Kiwanis Draws $10,000 Bungalow Winner in Brandon
Ed Dawnton of Richard Sask was named winner of the Kiwanis Clubs ten thousand dollar bungalow drawn in Brandon on Thursday Sept 29. A large crowd gathered on Twenty second street to witness the draw supervised by club president Ernie Warren P A Clarkson lieutenant governor elect and local officials. Clarkson drew ticket Q209 purchased by Downton. Proceeds fund a Clear Lake youth camp for western Manitoba with backing from boards of trade and the fitness program.
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Dawnton
Richard, Sask
Kiwanis Club
Brandon
Twenty-second
Ernie Warren
P. A. Clarkson
Kiwanis
Winnipeg
L. H. McDorman
H. B. Everett
Harry Ross
Clarkson
Downton
Clear Lake
Manitoba
Boards of Trade
A Practical Root Cellar From Dominion Agriculture
Farmers are urged to inspect or build root cellars before winter. The Dominion Department of Agriculture offers publication 708 detailing plans for farm root cellars, elevations, material needs, temperature and humidity, and ventilation. Copies available from Ottawa.
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Dominion Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
Gift parcels to Britain remain limited to five pounds
Postmaster General Ernest Berrand states that Britain has decreed a five pound weight limit on gift parcels to the United Kingdom. He adds that any increase must come from the British government, not Canada, maintaining the current restriction.
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Ernest Berrand
Britain
Canada
Acre Defined by Plow Power Concept from Early Farming Records
An acre is described as the quantity of land a yoke of oxen could till in a single day. The notion ties land area to agricultural capacity and historical farming practices, reflecting how measurement evolved from practical fieldwork to standardized units. The statement anchors the origin in pastoral farming contexts.
Shortage delays new Kleenex sizes despite consumer questions
Questions cover tissue sizes, St Andrew's Day meatless meals, ration access for returning servicemen, and sugar use in brewing and distilling. Officials note packaging changes are delayed by pulp shortages while approving haggis for St Andrew's Day. Armed forces subsistence ration cards are issued at unit rooms, and no sugar is used by brewing and distilling in Canada. Readers urged to request pamphlets from Wartime Prices and Trade Board offices.
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Canada
Ceneda First of Travel Scholarships Message
Canada is divided into five parts the Maritimes Quebec Ontario the Prairies and British Columbia Lack of visiting among the five parts fosters disunity Watch Woodstock Sentinel Review notes the issue and calls for broader travel exposure among regions.
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Canada
Maritimes
Quebec
Ontario
The
Prairies
British Columbia
Woodstock Sentinel Review
Smile a While Jokes From Daily Life
A collection of light sketches and quips featuring a witty exchange about crackers and mice, a judge, and neighborly fishing tales. The humor pivots on social quirks, marriage questions, and a piano for sale with a curious showroom reaction.
Major Role for Robert Beatty in A Bell For Adano at Phoenix
Hamilton actor Robert Beatty, 35, earns overnight success in the play A Bell For Adano adapted from John Hersey. He stars as Maj Jopolo in a Sicily town two weeks after invasion, facing clashes with the military machine and earning four curtain calls on opening night at the Phoenix Theatre London.
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Robert Beatty
Hamilton
Ont
John Hersey
Phoenix Theatre
London
Beatty
Little Theatre
Maj
Jopolo
Adano
Crossword puzzle clues and answers snapshot
A pasted list of crossword clues and partial solution hints. Includes entries such as Slang money infant resort ox of Celebes paradise number chess piece banner and others spanning lines with incomplete answers. Also features fragmented words like The Answer To Last Week’s Puzzle and mixed letter sequences.
Canada Foods Shipments To Britain In 1944 From Dehydrated Crops
Large 1944 shipments to the British Ministry of Food included 9,000,000 pounds of potatoes and other vegetables from eight provinces, processed at 13 plants. Total value of vegetables and fruit dehy and shipments amounted to 10,574,323 dollars.
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Canada
Ministry of Food
Canadian Seaboard
Special Products Board
Nova Scotia
British Columbia
Ontario
Saskatchewan
Christopher Columbus used the magnetic compass practically
Historical note claims Christopher Columbus achieved the first practical use of the magnetic compass, aiding his voyage discoveries. The statement links navigation innovation to Columbus and highlights early exploration methods.
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Christopher Columbus
Birds May Detect Infrared Rays Hidden From Humans
Some birds possess sensory abilities that allow them to perceive infrared radiation invisible to people. This biological trait enhances their ability to locate heat sources and prey, influencing foraging and navigation patterns in their natural habitats.
GEMS OF THOUGHT on Justice from historic figures
A compact collection of quotes on justice from Justinian Burke Wendell Phillips Gladstone Mary Baker Eddy Addison. The sayings emphasize impartiality, timely action, and the moral duty of a fair civil order. Each line reflects a period voice on the central role of justice in government and society.
Nazis Planned Delayed-Poison Scheme For Invading Troops
The United States war crimes commission uncovered a Nazi plan to poison alcoholic beverages with delayed-action poison for invading Allied troops, and to poison themselves if needed, revealing a deadly scheme from the Nazi regime.
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United States War Crimes Commission
Rhubarb Reaches America From Europe Two Centuries Ago
The article notes rhubarb arrived in the United States about 150 years ago after its European introduction. It highlights the plant's journey from Europe to American kitchens and gardens, reflecting culinary and horticultural adoption across the country.
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America
Europe
The Versatile Bran Muffins
Quick easy muffin recipe notes baked beans muffins and bran muffins as salad prop. Ingredients list includes shortening milk sugar sifted flour egg bran baking powder and optional corn syrup. Yield nine muffins two inches in diameter with substitutions for sour milk and sugar omission.
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Ile
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