Western Allies Must Stand Firm in Berlin and Germany
The piece argues that the Western Allies should resist Soviet pressure in Berlin and Germany, maintain rights under the Potsdam framework, and prepare for a Western German state with liberty and a working economy. It urges closer Franco British American policy coordination and reinforced military security in the zones. It also discusses a school reform experiment where 30 American high schools admitted students by headmaster recommendation and record cards rather than exams, with mixed outcomes showing better university performance for participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Germany
Communist Party
Europe
Committee of Sixteen
Manchester Guardian
James Hemming
Governor General to Turn First Sod for Manitoba Red Cross Centre
Viscount Alexander of Tunis will turn the first sod for the Manitoba Red Cross Centre on May 2 at 3 30 p m at the Osborne street site near Winnipeg's Civic Auditorium The building will serve as a depot and clinic and house other Red Cross services The Manitoba government has provided 100 000 for capital costs and annual upkeep enabling free blood transfusions for all Manitobans.
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Viscount Alexander of Tunis
Canada
Red Cross
Society
Manitoba
Osborne Street North
Winnipeg
Civic Auditorium
George Aitken
Manitoba Red Cross Centre
School Halls Face Critique of Exam Driven Teaching
Critics blame secondary schools for overemphasis on university entrance exams. Teachers question the strain of preparing for exams and its impact on student learning and broader education goals.
Campaign to raise 1.5 million for Winnipeg Children's Hospital
A campaign starts May 10 to raise 1.5 million dollars for a new Winnipeg Children's Hospital serving the Head of the Lakes to the Rockies. J. D. Perrin, campaign chairman, notes many patients come from outside Winnipeg and outside Manitoba. T. J. Harrison named country chairman. committee appointed to lead effort with private subscriptions as main funding source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Head of the Lakes
Rockies
J. D. Perrin
Perrin
Mr. Perrin
Manitoba
T. J. Harrison
Quiet acts of self sacrifice and self forgetfulness praised
A reflective note extols beauty in deeds that serve others and the virtue of waiting in stillness for outcomes. It honors two individuals whose selfless actions embody this ideal.
New Signalling System for Underground Travel Speeds
London Transport announces a major scheme to speed up the Underground with an illuminated signalling system. It aims to run 20 percent more trains during peak hours by allowing continuous movement even when one train is held up by traffic. Over 12 miles of wiring will be installed, mostly at night and on weekends, with no disruption to existing services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Transport Executive
Britain
Britain Exports Lead with Bicycles in 1947 Output
The United Kingdom exported 1,449,662 bicycles in 1947 from a total production of 2,489,929. Exports imply at least ten bicycles left Britain every minute of a full eight hour workday. Daily output reached about 8,300 bicycles, or 17 per minute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
United Kingdom
Obedience Shapes Government Beyond Names
A reflective quote notes that governance rests on citizens' compliance rather than the labels used. It emphasizes practical authority over nominal titles and stresses duty as the basis of political power.
Truth as a vantage ground recited by Francis Bacon
A concise meditation on truth's value attributed to Francis Bacon, praising honesty as the highest form of understanding and judgment. The line emphasizes moral clarity gained through steadfast adherence to verified facts and reasoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Bacon
Local notices and condolences from Rennie and area
A batch of community items reports visits and birthdays for residents Henry Brodkorb and John Steiner, a bridal shower for Florence Steiner now Mrs A Berg, and a tragic accident in Whitemouth where three year old Darlene Cousins died after a fall from a truck. The Community club plans a banquet and the WMS meeting is delayed. The piece closes with sympathy for the Cousins family.
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A. Berg
Florence Steiner
Whitemouth
Eagle River
Darlene Cousins
Fred Cousins
Renshaw
Freddie Cousins
Darlene
Anniversary greetings and local notices in Falls
Mrs. J L Kuhn celebrate 28th wedding anniversary on Sunday April 18. Many locals visit Winnipeg from April weekend. Bert Bartley returns to Rivers after RCAF tour. Welcome Murray Morrit to Hudsons Bay replacing Ernie Richter. Community club honors hockey team and notes injuries and visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joy Craig
J. L. Kuhn
Hudson’s Bay
Murray Morrit
Port Arthur, Ont
Ernie Richter
Murray
W. Raines
P. Neilson
E. F. Braun
W A Bazaar and Local Updates Note May 8 Event
Mrs T G Erskine notes the W A ladies bazaar and tea on Saturday May 8 with fine articles on sale and an evening of delight promised. The town reports various visits, illnesses, birthdays, and local happenings including staff changes at a brickyard and a public education meeting on April 30 at the municipal hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.A
Department of Education
Without Earnestness Men Do Great Things Quote
A saying from Bayne asserts that earnestness is essential for true greatness. Cleverness and charm are insufficient without real weight of purpose or character.
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Bayne
Colton Admonishes Caution and Decisive Graciousness
Colton urges cautious deliberation paired with firm resolution and gracious yielding in governance and public discourse. He emphasizes balanced leadership, careful judgment, and respectful negotiation to advance policy outcomes.
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Springfield
Springfield Leader Limited
Sc James Leader
St. James
Alfred W. Hanks
Man
Post Office Department
Ottawa
Lac du Bonnet
Cliff Brown
W. S. Kennard
Seven Sisters Falls
Pinawa
H. Leith
Pine Falls
Valerie Manchester
Tyndall
L. A. Wawryshin
Great Falls
Bissett
Martha Wegle
Pointe du Bois
Alex Brown
Member
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Audit Bureau Circulations
Czechoslovakia
Finland
John Hunter, Sr
Henry Brodkorb
Rennie
General Hospital
Kenora
Henry
E. H. Hardy
Anna Tyndall
Nancy Law
Sharon
Bill Dicker
Steve
Nas
Mrs. Oakley
Jean
Mrs
Walter Sinclair
John Steiner
Forsyth
Bricksdale
L. M. Paulsen
Paulsen
Mrs. H. Solar
Mrs. Fransen
Art Hillman
Moore
Jack Craig
Linda Kuhn
Kenora, Ont
Mrs. H. Craig
Bert Bartley
R.c.af
Bert
Rivers Station
Marion Williams
Mrs. A. S. Williams
A. Welz
Vancouver
B.C
Mrs. E. Welz
Mrs. D. Evans
Toronto
Mrs. Evans
E. F. Altstadt
Thelma Carol
Donald
Mrs. Wilson
Dickson
C. Hill
T. G. Erskine
Dave Taylor
John Hardy
Bill Herzog
Bobbie Jorgenson
Reg Lake
Springfield Leader
Bobbie
Ed Kirby
Granny Rae
Nick Charney
Tony Kellnes
George Smith
Sandy Cousins
Boxie Henderson
Allan Karpoff
Steep Rock
Joe Reiman
Bill Bryck
Dryden
Violet Connor
Ken Jenken
Eddie Drew
Charlie Gay
Mrs. Gouling
Mrs. J. Gouling
B.B. Dubienski
K.C
Confederation’ Life
Winnipeg, Man
Reem
Drache
Matlin and Abramson
Beausejour
Joseph Bellan
Harry Hershfield
Somerset Bldg
Opticians
Portage Ave
Kensington
CPM
McLaren Poco Cemeterie
Waneece Main Ane Rupert
Clarendon Portage
Colton
Douglas Sanitary
P. F. Douglas
Carman
Tomlinson, Crowe and Company
Hurtig
Mallard
Greenhead
North
West
America
Shea’s
Winnipeg Brewery Ltd
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