War Savings Certificates Address By Hon Ira Wild
Hon Ira Wild, Commissioner for Finance, spoke on War Savings Certificates praising broadcasts by Whitfield Laite and Ruby Field, with thanks to VOCM and WONF. He noted January investments reached 76 583 dollars, aiming to surpass 900 000 and reach over a million dollars in 1942, citing rising local participation and plans to expand sponsorship.
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Ira Wild
Vocm
War Savings
Whitfield Laite
Ruby Field
Butler
War Savings Committee
United Kingdom
St. John’s
Ionthe
James Murcock
Newfoundland Savings Bank
Civil Service
Newfoundland Railway
War bonds drive urged saving and rapid investment
The speaker urges Americans to average over eighty thousand dollars a month in war bond purchases to reach a million dollars this year and even two to three million with full participation. He predicts peak employment at the Basen and maximum earnings, calling for saving and swift investment to accelerate the war effort.
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Jyon
Cleaning Tip for Pots Pans and Drains with Lye Solution
A home care note endorses Gillett's Pure Flake Lye for degreasing pots and pans and clearing clogged drains. It claims to cut through heavy dirt and wash it away, keeping lines free-flowing.
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Gillett
Lye
Standard Brands Ltd
Mec Ave
Liberty Street
Savers urged to enlist in victory campaign
The text appeals to investors on the register to join the fight for victory, noting many others have not yet enlisted. It calls on current regular campaigners to intensify their efforts and increase the saver ranks.
N P A Collection Ledger from Mr Hirjih Gillard Jr
Ledger lists a local collection with names Gillard and affiliates. Individuals include Elijah Gillard Jr Lenora Warr Levi Gillard Mrs Arthur Gillard Sr Bennett Gillard Andrew Bourden Chesley Gillard June Ings George Granville Sidney Ings Jane Gillard Stanley Gleason John Gleason Joseph Inga John T Gillard Max Greenham Ralph Greenham Alfred Gillard Mrs Sophia Hopkins Ernest Hopkins Max Hopkins Mrs Stanley Chappell Elias Chappell Isaac Greenham Fred Greenham Abram Greenham Lewis Greenham Albert Miles Dontey Grenham Mrs Cavell Togs J ho Gillard Jr Manuel Gillard Pleamon Gillard Mrs Mark Bourden Isaac Gillard Gordon Whitt Thomas Whitt Elijah Whitt Elijah Froude Jacob Gillard. Total £ 1405.
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Elijah Gillard Jr
Lenora Warr
Levi Gillard
Arthur Gillard
Bennett Gillard
Albert Gillard
Andrew Bourden
Chesley Gillard
George Granville
Sidney Ings
Jane Gillard
Stanley Gleason
John Gleason
Joseph Inga
John T. Gillard
Max Greenham
Ralph Greenbam
Alfred Gillard
Sophia Hopkins
Ernest Hopkins
Max Hopkins
Stanley Chappell
Elias Chappell
Isaac Greenham
Fred Greenham
Abram Greenham
Lewis Greenham
Albert Miles
Dontey Grenham
Cavell
J. Ho Gillard
Manuel ‘Gillard
Pleamon Gillard
Mark Bourden
Isaac Gillard
Gordon Whitt
Thomas Whitt
Arthur Hicks
Elijah Whitt
Elijah Froude
Jacob Gillard
Private Rooney Seems Loyal to Colonel in Battle
A humorous tale from Confederation Life describes an Irish private Rooney who stays close to his colonel even in fierce fighting. The colonel commends Rooney and the private cites his mother’s advice that “the colonels never get burnt,” in a lively exchange.
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Rooney
Patrick
Neighborly dispute sparks oil can misfire
A misinterpreted gesture over lawn care escalates into a domestic clash. One neighbor sent oil for a lawn mower and the other retorted with a harsh, provocative remark about using it on a spouse. The exchange left relations strained and unresolved.
Australia Among Earth's Oldest Continents Geologically
A concise note states that Australia is among the oldest continents on Earth geologically. It highlights its ancient crust and long geological history.
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Australia
Reckoning of Hitler in Provont News verse
Poem questions Hitler on guilt for war deaths and civilians. The speaker warns of reckoning and ghosts of victims, contrasting a peaceful land with the bloodshed he caused. A historic newspaper fragment presents a dramatic wartime moral plea.
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Hitler
Elevator Confusion Sparks Room Dispute
A hotel bell boy tells an irate country visitor to enter the elevator, insisting the room she complains about is not hers. The exchange turns sharp as the old lady objects to paying for a cramped folding bed setup in her room.
Essentials To Success General MacArthur Key To Victory
General MacArthur takes a pivotal war command with a task of great difficulty. He must have sufficient troops and material to confront unknown enemy strength, relying on judgment, strategy, leadership, and inspiration to meet the challenge.
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MacArthur
Clever Man Exchange Sparks Mock Caution Tale
An exchange recalls a lecture where a recruit jokes that Hitler could know camp details and even breakfast, exposing the humor and paranoia about espionage during training. The remark highlights wartime tension and imagined clever adversaries in a lighthearted moment.
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Hitler
Marloy Declares Credit Dilemma and Threats
Marloy states a firm stance on credit, asserting refusal if not paid. He argues that extending credit leads to nonpayment and personal anger, advising the other party to accept consequences.
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Confederation Life
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Provont News
Montreal Star
Marloy
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