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Newspaper

Springfield Leader

Location

Springfield, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Aug 12, 1952

Page

2

Editorials on Germ Warfare and Paternalism in Budget

The piece criticizes the Red Cross stance on germ warfare evidence and praises the 49-8 Red Cross vote backing a Polish resolution to ratify the 1925 Geneva Convention. It questions reliance on paper pledges without enforcement, notes Soviet claims of bacterial retaliation, and argues against universal bans without inspection. It also urges prudent budget restraint, praising ministers Claxton and Abbott for challenging Keynesian era welfare expansion.

Red Cross United States International Red Cross Conference Toronto Security Council of The United Nations Russia Yakov Malik Soviet Union Christian Science Monitor House of Commons Claxton Abbott Lord Keynes Ottawa

Sound advice 6n these times says Claxton

Defence Minister Claxton warns that some expect government to provide cradle to grave welfare and free rides. He cautions against a growing belief in universal entitlement and demands for instant relief, higher handouts, and lower taxes.

Defence Claxton

Fun on the Air Allen with School Examination Howlers

The piece notes humor from careless wording in newspapers and radio programs. It cites canned signoffs and weather jargon borrowed from financial pages, illustrating how such phrases amuse listeners.

Whose Lordship Sums Up Court Zingers About Opposing Lawyers

A terse note recalls two quips about judges and lawyers. An elderly lady with white hair compliments another woman’s hair. A pastor adds a formal opinion echoed by other eminent divines.

Mediterranean Makeshift Command Splits Across Regions

The article notes Admiral Carney’s command changes split Mediterranean duties with a separate Eastern sector under Turkish and Greek influence, while the Alpine and Italian fronts remain under land commanders. It argues for unified control or a US Supreme Commander, and criticizes delays in Middle East coordination and broader treaty linkage.

Carney Europe Ridgway Alps Italy Mount Ararat Turkey Armenia Azerbaijan Mediterranean United States Sixth Fleet Lord Mountbatten Frattini Greece Atlantic Admiral Carney Admiralty Eastern

University finds sacred St Ignace site in Ontario bush

Dr Wilfred Jury and team at Western University uncover the long lost St Ignace fortress site near Midland Ontario on Sturgeon River. Excavations reveal palisade posts and three thousand marked stake sites, with ashes inside the mission house possibly tying to Brebeuf and Lalemant. The discovery elevates Canada’s sacred pioneer landscape.

Wilfred Jury Gabriel Lalemant Jean de Brebeuf America St. Marie St. Louis St. Ignace Brebeuf Lalemant Ontario Canada Father Chazelle Saint Ignace Felix Martin J. C. Tache Arthur Edward Jones A. F. Hunter Alphonse Arpin Jesuit Relations Father Rague Western University Jury Father Ragueneau Sturgeon River Hamilton Midland Georgian Bay

Dorothy Hintz Leaves For California From Winnipeg

Brokenhead Dorothy and Olga Hintz spent the long weekend at their parents home. Dorothy Hintz left Saturday August 9 for California. Jeanne, Mrs Hisie Hutniak of Winnipeg, and Mrs J Hetherington joined for a few days camping at Hoban's Park. Slumping at the desk when tired won’t help to combat fatigue. It is better to sit upright with the spine straight for comfort and focus.

Dorothy Olga Hintz Mrs. J. Hintz Dorothy Hintz California Hisie Hutniak Winnipeg

Mark Antony Beaten on the Nile at divided attention

The Manchester Guardian notes that Mark Antony suffered defeat on the Nile as his focus split, suggesting his legendary prowess was hampered by divided concentration. The remark frames the defeat as a contrast to his renowned powers and strategic skill.

Mark Antony Nile Manchester Guardian

Brightstone Road praised for upgrades against 1922 claims

E Wojciechowski Reeve of Lac du Bonnet rebutts a June 15 1952 Springfield Leader column. He notes Brightstone Road was a rough two miles plus a corduroy trail in 1922 and impassable to vehicles, while today it is widened drained and raised, supporting heavy truck traffic and year round service. He criticizes the prior piece as unfounded and outdated.

Brightstone Road Brightstone E. Wojciechowski Reeve R.M Lac du Bonnet

Molson News and Community Notices

Delayed Molson items note condolences for June 21 loss of a grandmother mother Mrs W Wilson family. Congratulations to Frank Lozinski and T O Mulasa on births. Extended family holiday in East with relatives. Local residents Leo Serdinski, Lawrence Kozier, Joe and Johnnie Lozinski, and Steve visit Molson. Johnny Girling returns from Korea as Sabat guest. Mrs Fury Brown of Dryden visits Binda. Nick Woronchuk moves out. Ronnie Wilson returns to Lynn Lake. Mrs J F Kozier back in hospital. N B Fedorak Transcona and Benny Kawka mentioned.

Mrs. W. Wilson

Death of J. W. Kozier and family notices in Beausejour

Winnipeg visitors were at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Z Sabat last Sunday. J. W. Kozier passed away suddenly on August 3. Funeral services were held Saturday August 9 1952 at Beausejour. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. M Piscitelli on the birth of a baby boy John Charles on July 4.

Mrs. T. O. Mulasa Winnipeg Z Sabat J. W. Kozier Beausejour Mrs. M. Piscitelli John Charles

Aesop the Slave Credited as Fable Author

Aesop is noted as the author of ancient fables and described as a slave in historical records.

Aesop

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