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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 23, 1941
Page
2
The War Savings Certificates campaign will launch in February stressing participation over amount. About 200,000 voluntary workers will reach factories offices stores and homes nationwide. Ottawa aims for ten million dollars in certificates monthly and two million loyal Canadians regularly pledging. It links personal land ownership to patriotic pride and war effort.
A guest editorial argues democracies fail when citizens shirk responsibility and pursue self interest. It traces weaknesses since 1918, cites Germany Italy France and Canada, and warns that selfishness could invite dictatorship if major duties are ignored in churches, schools, towns, and public works. It calls readers to stop and act to preserve democracy.
A dance and turkey raffle in Ted Pavlenko hall on January 20 supported the Red Cross. The Gaber turkey raised 13.50, Jim Gordia won it, and Lennard Romanian Group donated tea funds totaling 23.05. A Valentine dance on February 12 was planned to benefit the Red Cross.
In Ottawa a special Parliamentary Committee will be formed next month to examine contracts and finances tied to Canada’s war effort. Parties nominate representatives, aiming for proportional House strength, to enable broad access to information on war contracts, finance, and labor, while protecting secrets. Government also plans farmer aid measures to boost Western agricultural incomes amid price controls and market challenges.
Analysis notes Ottawa’s Liberal majority could ease treaty passage yet US Senate hurdles persist. Roosevelt backs the dual lake to sea seaway plan for hydro power and navigation, while Canadian leaders stress engineering soundness and wartime urgency amid opposition growth.
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