Editorial on Old Age Security Act and government annuities
The piece praises the first monthly Old Age Security Act cheques and presses for removing liens on past pensions. It argues that pensions deserve citizenship rights, critiques liens on elderly recipients, and weighs proposed amendments to the Government Annuities Act, noting the costs and fairness of government subsidies versus private plans. It highlights the shift toward universal 70-year-old pensions and calls for clarity in fiscal policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
House
A Monarch and a Monarchy in the British Crown
The Christian Science Monitor views George VI’s death and Princess Elizabeth’s future role as a test and renewal of the British monarchy. It highlights democratic evolution, national unity, Commonwealth ties, and the enduring virtues of duty and common ideals guiding Britain through adversity and into a new era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Commonwealth
England
George VI
Britain
Commonwealth
Canada
Elizabeth
Christian Science Monitor
Cinderella Complex Shoe Sizes Not Standard Across Makers
Fragmentary note about shoe sizing shows nonstandard length and width across manufacturers. The text mentions a five A size and references inconsistencies in conversion, suggesting variation in fit and labeling.
Correct shoe sizing advice from a shoe fitter
The guidance emphasizes accurate foot measurements by a shoe salesman rather than relying on a usual size. It suggests that a comfortable fit may vary, with one foot possibly requiring a short 5AA from another, underscoring the value of precise sizing.
A Canadian Governor General choice signals national shift
The piece argues appointing a Canadian as Governor General reflects Canada’s postwar nationalism and closer identity with Britain, praising Sir Massey and noting Ottawa’s effort to smooth a friendly transition. It recalls royal ceremony lessons and links to King George VI, Solomon, and prophecies of enduring faith. It closes with local notices and a hockey score.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Lord Alexander
United States
Ottawa
Britain
Massey
Crown Jewels and Coronation Regalia Through British History
The Crown Jewels and regalia linked to Britain’s monarchy are traced from the coffin of King George VI to their preservation in the Tower of London. The article notes their use at coronations since Charles II, their dispersal after Charles I, and their guarded display in the Wakefield Tower behind bullet-proof glass, watched by Yeomen Warders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westminster
Edward
Christ
Louis XIV
Magnificent
France
Cathedral of
Notre Dame
Father Massillon
Oratory
Solomon
Earth
Isaiah
Old Jerusalem
Azariah
Uzziah
George VI
Westminster Hall
George
Westminster Abbey
Britain
Canterbury
Charles I
Cromwell
Charles II
Robert Viner
Tower of London
Stephen
Wakefield
Ballium
River Hills By MRS. L. REMPEL
Martha Hinz was confined to Whitemouth hospital for a number of days. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. E. Kuhn in Vancouver on the birth of a son. Connie and Judy Rempel spent the weekend with their grandmother in Winnipeg. Visitors to River Hills last weekend were Doreen Milke Edna Brown Eddy Mroz and Bob Hanke of Winnipeg. 4 x a Aivera Alpers spent the weekend at her parents home. Birthday congratulations to Mrs. J. Timm who turned 90 on February 14 and to Fred Zink.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Alexander
Britain
North Woods
Pacific
Vancouver
Canada
A. Hanson
E. Beskau
Pine Falls
Iona Kuhn
Harvey Knopf
J. Pommer
Otto Merke
Fred Schultz
Martha Hinz
Whitemouth Hospital
E. Kuhn
B.C
Connie
Judy Rempel
Winnipeg
River Hills
Doreen Milke
Edna Brown
Eddy Mroz
Bob Hanke
Aivera Alpers
J. Timm
Fred Zink
Obituary for Fred Kulachok 74 in Elma area
Funeral services were held for Fred Kulachok 74 who died February 8 at St Boniface hospital. The service took place at the Greek Catholic church in Elma with burial at the local cemetery. Born in western Ukraine he came to Canada in 1939 and lived on a farm near Elma. Survived by wife Polly and two sons Michael and John.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Kulachok
St. Boniface
Elma
Father Kaminetski
Beausejour
Desjardins-McGee
Ukraine
Mr. Kulachok
Canada
Polly
Michael
John
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Springfield Leader
Manitoba
Springfield
Springfield Leader United
St. James
Lac du Bennet
Cliff Brown
W. S. Kennard
Seven Sisters Falls
H. Leith Elma
Wendeborn
Whitemouth
T. G. Erskine
Tyndall
L. A. Wawryshyn
W. W. Childe
Phylis Mroz
L. Rempel
Powerview
J. T
Member
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Audit Bureau Circulations
OLD Age Security
Zadok
Nathan
Jesus Christ
Darlene Beskau
Tin Town
Seven Sisters
Bennys
Robert Aarney
Mrs. L. Rempel
Drache, Matlin and
Weselak
Municipal Hall
Lac du Bonnet
Joseph Bellan
Chiropractors
Drs. Davidson
Baizley Chiropractic Clinic
Somerset
Man
Leonard L. Portnoy
Boyd Building
Morley R. Shuckett
Salter St
Kensington
Portage Ave
Beausejeur
Ici
Parle
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