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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 25, 1940
Page
4
No lives have been lost so far in the transport of troops from Britain and France to Norway, indicating allied control of the seas. The message notes ongoing marine operations and emphasizes secure naval dominance during the deployment.
A Halifax Town Crier commentary defends free speech amid cross border criticism of American magazines. It questions boycotts of the Saturday Evening Post and accuses Liberty of cowardly curating content in Toronto. The piece argues for democratic tolerance and mutual respect among allies.
An order from the Department of National Defence bans soldiers from inserting or replying to notices inviting contact, forbidding any communication with strangers on military matters. The report recalls the WW era tactic of enemy agents posing as war godmothers to obtain information.
The National Parks Bureau announces a new all weather Banff Jasper Highway connecting Banff in Canada to Jasper in the American continent. The 186 mile route passes through national parks, offers close encounters with wildlife, and features safe mountain driving with grades under ten percent and curves widened for safety.
The Department approves CASF members having war godmothers through family or welfare agency channels. The text notes the practice is endorsed when conducted via trusted relatives or responsible agencies and urges use of the banner want ads.
Front Defence Co-ordination outlines that Canada will keep Army Navy and Air under National Defence Minister with separate deputies. Ottawa signals no plan for parliamentary Under-Secretaries and notes efforts to improve Allied relations with the United States, including trade pacts, neutrality interpretations, and plans for North American cooperation during and after the war.
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