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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 04, 1940
Page
2
The message affirms the British Empire’s wartime purpose in 1940, stressing defense of small states and justice. Canadians are urged to boost agriculture and industry to support the Mother Country and its armies, with confidence that right will prevail over might and victory will follow.
A letter from Hon. W. R. Clubb urges registration of skilled and semi skilled workers. Under the Empire Air Training Scheme many will gain profitable employment besides pilots, with ground and industrial roles in war orders. Register with the Employment Service of Canada, existing in Brandon, Dauphin, Portage la Prairie and Winnipeg.
Ottawa announces Canada's first war loan to appear in the first quarter of 1940. Officials say borrowing will fund wartime needs while maintaining a pay as you go philosophy, with bonds from $50 and no tax free schemes. Strong citizen bond ownership is urged as a safeguard for good government.
The Boys Section of the Youth Training Group at the Youth Training Centre will begin classes again on Thursday January 4 at 7 30 pm. Members are urged to attend.
The article notes topics of interest will be discussed and regular meetings will occur as usual on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 30.
The Girls Section invites more young people to join training sessions this season, with meetings scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays.
The Dominion Minister of Labour announces a national registration for skilled and semi skilled workers for munitions and industrial work in Canada. The Employment Service of Canada will handle registrations through branches in Winnipeg Brandon Portage la Prairie and Dauphin with inquiries to these offices. An additional registration for ex members of the Air Forces is being organized at the Winnipeg branch.
A grey December Sunday sees the Canadian Active Service Force First Division depart with a guardian flotilla. Ships sail quietly through a gathered crowd as troops line rails with life belts ready, signaling the start of the war effort.
A mother speaks of wartime heartbreak and faith guiding her family through fear. She notes her sons in Army Navy Merchant Navy and scouts endured loss and danger yet found strength through prayer and divine care. Her story highlights resilience, support to other mothers, and trust amid global conflict.
A long roster of participants and attendees is listed for the Novelty Bonapies, detailing numerous individuals including Hembroff, Yoxall, Bicknell, Hodgkins, McKinnon, Robertson, Mather, Forsyth, Leifer, Loney, Leifer, Waddell, Forsyth, and many others in attendance or participation during Tuesday evening events.
The article notes Manitoba deriving a rising share of revenue from manufacturing, challenging the traditional East West tariff conflict. It questions how a clear regional debate can continue as Manitoba blurs divisions by entering manufacturing and boosting its income from that sector.
The Knox United Church calendar notes a January 7 morning service on Provoking One Another and a noon Sunday School session themed Let Us Lay Aside Every Weight. A discussion asks if we can cut down on the overhead in our living. The item mentions Southern Manitoba celebrating its first green Christmas since 1913.
Mr Justice Fawcett G Taylor a puisne judge of the Manitoba Court of King's Bench since 1933 and former leader of the Conservative party in the province died suddenly Tuesday at his home in Winnipeg.
A readable fragment lists individuals including McIntyre, C Strachan, Mrs E Hembroff, Charlie Adolphe, Miss M Jackson, Jas Rea, Jim McManus, Geo Smellie, Miss Jean Waddell, Miss A Hembroff, Eric Payne, J G Kippan, Hob Heartley, Miss Wilma Woods, Joe Cross. The context suggests a social or civic directory.
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