Two Million War Savers To Join War Savings Drive
The War Savings Certificates campaign to launch in February emphasizes participation over total money. About 200000 voluntary workers will canvass factories offices stores and homes in February. Ottawa expects Canadians to pledge ten million dollars monthly, while two million loyal citizens will regularly participate in the pledges. Ownership of land and house as a metaphor for national pride is urged alongside regular war savings, linking personal stake to Canada's war effort.
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Ottawa
Canada
Democracy's Battle and the Rise of Dictators
Guest editor laments democratic decay since 1918, blaming selfishness in Germany Italy France and Canada as a path to dictatorship. He argues democracies fail through individual greed, urging citizens to accept responsibility and resist surrender to authoritarian power.
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Germany
Italy
France
Canada
Lennard Residents Aid Red Cross War Effort
Lennard residents raised funds for the Red Cross with a dance and turkey raffle at Pavlenko's hall on January 20 and a Ukrainian hall event planned for February 12. Proceeds totaled 23.85 dollars from the earlier event and 13.50 from the dance. Jim Gorcia won the lucky drawing.
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P. J. Gaber
Jim Gorcia
of the Red Cross
Lennard
Pavlenko
Red Cross
Turkey
Ottawa press previews wartime oversight and farm relief plan
Ottawa circles foresee a new public war oversight committee to examine contracts finance and labor while keeping secrets protected. The government also aims to present measures next month to aid farmers and boost Western agricultural incomes facing rising costs and stagnant prices.
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Ottawa
West
St Lawrence Waterway and Power Project debated in wartime
The piece outlines Washington Ottawa plans for a dual development seaway from the lakes to the Atlantic to provide deep water navigation and hydro power. It notes Roosevelt’s push, King’s cautious stance, and war-time urgency amid political hurdles in both nations. It warns of obstacles despite strong backing and cites daylight saving energy savings.
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Canada
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United States - Canada
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Washington
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Atlantic Ocean
St. Lawrence Waterway
Hoover
White House
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New York State
Roosevelt
Mackenzie King
American Republic
King
House of Commons
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