Letter from unknown son to unknown mother sparks shared courage
A bomber airman missing in action left a farewell letter for his mother, urging acceptance of danger, praising duty, faith, and sacrifice for England. He emphasizes unity across the home front, the war's moral stakes, and his pride in being British while trusting comrades. The Times and others published the letter to comfort readers and honor history.
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Nort Sey
England
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War Savings Certificates Power Australia War Effort
A call to all Australians to buy War Savings Certificates as a key contribution to the war. Every family member from children with pennies to workers gifting funds supports production and readiness, with a weekly war cost noted and the claim that victory rests on both workshops and battle lines.
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Australia
War effort urged as Australia braces for reach of conflict
Official appeals call on Australians to support defense funding through war savings schemes. More than 15 million already raised, with 19 000 War Savings Groups and nearly 1.5 million subscribers. Authorities urge universal participation to sustain national coffers and wartime needs.
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Australia
War’s quiet voice from a fighting man’s letter
A raw wartime letter to a mother expresses nobility amid conflict. The poet’s ear survives in simple prose, turning a private plea into a shared global possession.
Tea Time Treat Corn Flakes Crunchies
A lively note invites serving Corn Flakes Crunchies at any time of day. It praises their crunchy crispness and calm flavor and suggests keeping a tinful handy in the pantry for easy snacks.
Corn Flakes Crunchies From Bran and Dates
A recipe for Corn Flakes Crunchies combines Corn Flakes All Bran chopped dates and butter sugar with baking powder salt and flour. It instructs creaming butter and sugar then folding in dry ingredients before shaping dough and baking 15 to 20 minutes yields about 30 biscuits.
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