British forces in Suez build up beyond normal strength
The Manchester Guardian discusses why British and supporting forces in the Suez Canal Zone are reinforced beyond typical levels. It argues the aim is deterrence and readiness, not imminent intervention, noting Egyptian unrest and the risk of civil breakdown, while stressing that the 1936 treaty limits and current aims constrain any direct seizing of Cairo or Alexandria. It compares today with 1882 and 1919-21, concluding no real parallel exists and emphasizing restraint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suez Canal Zone
R.A.F
Malaya
Korea
Eisenhower
Stewart Alsop
New York Herald Tribune
Cairo
Alexandria
Egypt
Erskine
Ismailia
Port Said
Wolseley
Araby Pasha
Tel el Kebir
Wols
Milner Commission
Wafd
Manchester Guardian
Letters to the Editor Tone and Public Discourse
A reader argues that letters to editors reveal poor writing, sarcasm, and vendetta, but harnessed rightly they engage citizens in public affairs. Polite reason, fair argument, and brevity can influence opinion and improve community debate and understanding.
Mennonites and their emigration to Canada and beyond
The article traces Mennonite migrations from Manitoba to South America and Paraguay, noting their thrifty, religiously devout character. It recalls origins in Europe, including Menno Simons and Luther, and cites exemptions from military service in Holland and France. It mentions Canadian schooling disputes and a large group of about five thousand who finally emigrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Menno Simons
Martin Luther
Luther
George Fox
Holland
Vosges
France
Napoleon
Prussia
Russia
Catharine the Great
Pilgrim Fathers
Germantown
Pennsylvania
Manitoba
Manitoba Mennonites Shaping Province Through Industry and Faith
The Manitoba Mennonite community is praised for its productive shift southward to Mexico and Paraguay, led by figures like John Rempel. Winkler’s creameries and cannery, Altona's oil plant, and diverse crops spur growth. Religion remains central with vigorous churches backing reform and Bible Society work. Settlers are urged for industry, integrity, and devout faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Mexico
Paraguay
John Rempel
Manitoba
Winkler
Altona
Nothcing
Bible Society
Canada
Elma Notes and Local Visits and Hospital News
Elma items report Mrs M Janiuk recovering in St Boniface after an operation with good condition. Winnipeg visitors include Betty Neyedly staying with her parents. Edward A Sitar at Deer Lodge for check up. Fred Kulachok listed as sick. Douglas and Bryan Sitar visiting from Winnipeg with grandparents J B Sitar. Mr and Mrs G Dodds of Winnipeg visiting in city, intending to reside in Rennie for winter. Mrs H Kolesewich underwent operation Nov 28 with good outcome. William Kuriam and wife moved to Hladky residence for winter. Mr and Mrs P Person new Elma hotel owners settling in. formerly Decimal residents. Mr and Mrs J Chop of Sperling spent weekend with M Zazula. Councillor J H Leegus attended Union of Manitoba Municipalities convention in Winnipeg. Nick Yachimec of Heron Bay South Ontario sent subscription renewal to Springfield Leader. Ann Zabroniewich visited city last week. pantry shower and social noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas Ray
Bryan
Winnipeg
J. B. Sitar
G. Dodds
H. North
Rennie
Man
Elma Ladies’ Guild Quilt Night Aids Whitemouth Hospital
The Elma Ladies' Guild held an evening event on November 23 to raise funds for Whitemouth hospital. Games entertained attendees and lunch was served, raising $14.60. Sixty jars and tins of preserves and canned foods were donated, with Junior room pupils from Elma school collecting 31 jars and tins. Arvi Laaja spent several days in the city last week for Christmas shopping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elma Ladies’ Guild
Whitemouth
Elma School
Arvi Laaja
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Springfield
Astern
Springfeld Leader Limited
St. James
Alfred W. Hanks
St James
Post Office Department
Ottawa
Lac du Bonnet
Cliff Brown
W. S. Kennard
Seven Sisters Falls
Mirs
H. Leith Elma
C. Wendeborn
T. G. Erskine
Tyndall
L. A. Wawryshyn
Beausejour
W. W. Childe
Cromwell
Phylis Mroz
River Hills
L. Rempel
Powerview
J. T. Turcotte
Pine Falls
W. T. Mansell
Member
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Audit Bureau Circulations
Britain and
Suez
Robert Aarney
Hague
Saskatchewan
Central America
Honduras
South America
Ontario
Waterloo County
Red River Valley
By C. E. Wendeborn
Betty Neyedly
Mrs
Thomas Neyedly
H. Kurian
Edward A. Sitar
Deer Lodge Hospital
Fred Kulachok
H. Kolesewich
General Hospital
William Kuriam
Hladky
P. Person
Elma Hotel
Decimal
Mrs. J. Chop
Sperling, Man
M. Zazula
J. H. Leegus
The
Union of Manitoba Municipalities
Nick Yachimec
Heron Bay South
Ont
Springfield Leader
Ann Zabroniewich
G. M. Horne & Company
Chartered Accountants
Drache, Matlin and
Weselak
Municipal Hall
Joseph Bellan
Chiropractors
Drs
Chiropractic Clinic
Somerset
Leonard L. Portnoy
Boyd Building
Morley R. Shuckett
Will
Salter St
Kensington
Portage Ave
Requlst
Ici
Parle
Douglas Sanitary
P. F. Douglas
Carman
Tomlinson, Crowe and Company
Princess Street
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