The Gallup Poll and the People’s Duty to Think
A critique of sampling methods and public polls in a democracy. The essay warns that polls can steer opinion and risk undermining individual judgment, urging citizens to study both sides, question everything, and form independent conclusions. It cites Roosevelt's victory and debates over capitalism versus socialism to illustrate the relevance and danger of public opinion measurement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Institute of Public Opinion
Gallup
Institute
Ontario
C.C.F
Roosevelt
United States
Hitler
John L. Lewis
Chinese War Relief Fund Seeks One Million From Canadians
Since 1937 the Chinese have endured war while Canada has fought abroad since 1939. China asks only military aid and war supplies, not food or hospital gear. The Chinese War Relief Fund, approved under the War Charities Act, targets one million dollars this month to aid China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
China
Free World
Chinese War Relief Fund
A New Spirit for America in War and Peace
A Detroit commentator urges a "mighty answer" to unite the nation. He argues that even victory on battlefields risks homefront chaos unless Americans embrace a new spirit of caring, honesty, and shared effort to boost production and halt alien philosophies threatening democracy.
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Detroit
America
Ninety Years Young at Mrs Douglas Birthday Gathering
Visitors gathered Sunday at Ben Cormack’s home to celebrate Mrs. EB Douglas’s 90th birthday. Attendees included C D Douglas and Isabel, Alex Murray, J Sinlesir, Wm Young, J C Douglas of Winnipeg, Gav Herbert Douglas of Shilo, Jack Trebe family with Shirley, Gordon Taylor, W Lawless and Uarry, and Charlie Crockshanks. Mrs. Doula received many gifts and bouquets. Two cablegrams arrived from grandsons Sill and Douglas serving overseas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Cormack
EB. Douglas
C. D. Douglas
Isabel
Alex Murray
J. Sinlesir
Wm. Young
J. C. Douglas
Winnipeg
Gav
Herbert Douglas
Shilo
Jack Trebe
Daugter
Shirley Cormack
Gordon Taylor
W. Lawless and
Uarry
Charlie Crockshanks
Doula
Sill and
Douglas
Wartime Prices and Trade Board Q&A Column Update
The Information Branch of the Wartime Prices and Trade Board in Winnipeg answers reader questions on permits for honey purchases ration books, choco late bar shortages, baby ration books, shoe repair permits, birch price ceilings, old ration books, rubber raincoats, potato prices, portrait pricing, and RC-40 tenancy forms. The column clarifies that permits apply to honey for industrial use, meat coupons expire late, and RC-40 is compulsory for tenant changes.
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Justice of the Peace
Fort William
Manitoba
Births at Sacred Heart Hospital Russell
The cradle born at Sacred Heart Hospital Russell on Sunday August 29 with a son to Mr and Mrs C Brown. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Hicks at Sacred Heart Hospital Russell.
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Sacred Heart Hospital
Russell
C. Brown
Card of Thanks from the Joiners for help after accident
Mr and Mrs Joiner express gratitude for the kindness shown during Sterling and Eunice’s recent accident. They appreciate the help and time given by neighbors friends and the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Joiner
Sterling
Eunice
Missing Loved Ones Inspire Silent Prayer in War Time
A wartime poem reflects families awaiting news of missing relatives. It frames grief and hope, urging faith that God watches over loved ones. The verse recalls childhood memories, parental love, and the longing to hear a name once more. Enduring loss is tied to perseverance and prayer.
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Lac
Ford
Rivers, Man
Captain Williamson Reports Health From Sicily Camp
Captain W E Williamson of the No 5 Canadian General Hospital writes to his parents that he is well and fit while stationed in Sicily dated July 23. He describes camp conditions under lemon and locoust trees with rain rare, tents absent, and clothes worn as shorts. He notes hospital buildings, vivid scenes of parcel carriers and jars on heads, and a pleasant voyage from Scotland. The local district workforce has doubled to about 1,100 girls in Army jobs.
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W. E. Williamson
Hosp
Cdo
Army
A.F
W. Williamson
Rossburn
Sicily
Scotland
Tribute to Canada's Women at War anniversary note
A historical tribute notes the two year anniversary of the Canadian Women's Army Corps. Since its August 1941 start, about 10 000 recruits have joined to free men for combat service, reflecting early organizing efforts and leadership by Lt Col Joan Kennedy in British Columbia. The piece highlights the corps’ early formation and evolving role in the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Women’s Army Corps
Dominion
C.W.A.C
Canadian Women’s Army Corp
Canada
Joan Kennedy
British Columbia Women’s Service Corps
Military District No. 10
War needs generalship and training, says local note
Local news mentions RCAF man Wm Dawson at Brandon and Sgt Alcock visiting from Winnipeg. Numerous social items note visits in Rossburn, Oakburn, Roblin, and Dauphin. A Soldiers Air quilting event occurs August 27, with gifts and praise for Mrs Weatherly, longtime Soldiers Aid Society secretary.
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Mrs Weatherly
Douglas
Alexander
H. McIntosh
Weatherly
J. G. Stitt
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The
Rossburn Review
Therslay
F.A
Canadien Weekly Association
Manitoba C.w.'.a
Church Services
United Church
B. F. Parsons
Rossburn Church
Divine Service
VISTA
Church School
Kelloe
Pentecostal Assembly
A. J. Hall
Divine Worshipistic Service
Children’s Church Fund
Ranchvale Sunday School and
Rossburn Theatre
Andy Hardy
Starling
Mickey Rooney
Lewis Stone
Cecilia Parker
Fay Holden
Ann Rutherford
Sara Haden
Sergeant York
Gary Cooper
Walter Brennan
Joan Leslie
George Tobias
Stanley Ridges
Babys
Johnsons Baby
Johnsons Baby Powder
Nursiog
Magnesia
Castoria
Medi- Gieneletts
Barlow & Dutton
SY Observer
VOX Populi
Information Branch
Wartime Prices and Trade Board
Power Building
Eano
Wm. Dawson
R.C.A.F
Brandon
Mr. Roslyn Young of
Carman
Sgt. Alcock
Mrs. J. Peden
Edith Preston
Evelyn Flinn
Sanford
Man
Amelia Cormac
Slon
Oakburn
Mrs. Weatherly
Mrs. M. Kalyniuk
Timmins
Melnychuk
Valley School
Dauphin
Canadian Postal Corps
Mrs. A. Prasere
Grainger, Wyoming
Mr. C. Harrison
Fort William, Ont
Mrs. T Harrison
Robert Brown
England
Browa
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