The Ottawa Citizen from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada • 24

THE EVENING CITIZEN, Ottawa, Ont. Thursday, Ivlarcli il, Arctic Regions Loom As Next Allied Front Group Capt. N. Mowiop Transferred to Ottawa TORONTO, March 11 i C.P.I Group Capt. N.

F. Mossop. formerly in command of No. 1 Equipment Depot of the Royal Canadian Air Force here, has been transferred to R.C.A.F. Headquarters In Ottawa, it, was announced here today.

He will be succeeded by Wing Cmdr. A. J. Redmond of the Royal Air Force, formerly stationed at No. 7 Equipment Depot at Winnipeg.

Highly Important Operation Seem Inuiiiuenl Around Top of Norway anil Murmansk Coaet Where Control of I'pper Scandinavia Would Give United Nation Link With and Place Them in Position To Strike at Germany. ag? 24 i i NOW SHOWING 0 pir 5 lit -4 L.A.C. Lawrence Ewers, R.C.A.F., youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. J.

A. Ewers, 226 Second avenue, who has arrived safely in England, aftor a comparatively uneventful trip, according to a cablegram received by his parents. He is a graduate of Glebe Collegiate, and while there was prominent at the various track meets. L.A.C. Ewers enlisted in the R.C.A.F.

in June, 1940. Eastern skies will be the battleground on which these Chinese airmen will fight. Now they are learning the tricks of pursuit pilots under American Instructors at Phoenix, Ariz. They learned to fly in their homeland at the Chinese flying academy on the Burma Road. Because of their preliminary training, they will graduate before American students who take the same instructions as the Chinese.

Star-Crossed Heiress By Eleanor Elliott Carroll NEW YORK. March 12. (A.P.) Cumulative military and political evidence indicates the imminence of hiehly importai.t operations rentennK about the area betwpon the desolate North Cape at the top of Norway and the cruel pranite cliffs of the Russian Murmansk coast. Major air and naval operations already are under way. involving Orman capital ships, British torpedo planes undoubtedly operating from an aircraft carrier, other British warships and United Nations convoy.

Free Europe, a review of international affairs published in London, said today an Allied spring offensive in the west should have a good chance of success, for the forces now concentrated in the British Isles presumably are stronger than those the Germans have disposed from Kirkenes, Norway, to Hendaye, France. Norwa.t Best Spot. This commentary declared that both military and political reasons commended Norway as a spot where the Allies could strike with overwhelming forces. It added hat control of Upper Scandinavia would give the United Nations a convenient link Uh Russia through Finland and would put them in position to strike directly Into the hfart of Germany. An offensive at the top of Europe might well be the extra contribution to Russia's cause which the Soviet Union gives every evidence of expecting.

There Is plenty to wtn: a successful push could wipe Finland from the war, open and protect the whole Allied-Russian supply line via the excellent port of Murmansk and re-establish the Allies in Norway here they could organize and supply increasing resistance by the population. A common British-Russian-American fighting front could be thrown quickly across the thin tip Orders No New Taxis Put in Use This Year TORONTO, March 11 (CP.) To conserve rubber and gasoline, it was ordered today that no new taxi-cabs or drlve-yourself cars be put into use this year unless permission is obtained from James Stewart, administrator of services. Wartime Prices and Trade Board. Mr. Stewart made the announcement, which added that any company that put new vehicles into operation since the first of the year must withdraw them unless a permit Is obtained.

Staraya Russa is only 130 miles from Latvia and then It is Just 400 miles to East Prussia. The Forgotten Front. Throughout the winter the world has almost forgotten about the Murmansk front and the Germans and Finns there have huddled somewhere about the city and on the Rybachl Peninsula to the northwest, close enough, it appears, to make it necessary for Allied supplies to proceed on east to Archangel. The northern end of the Russian counter-offensive has, however, freed captured sections of the railway line running south to Leningrad and beyond. Now, however, there are these significant military and political developments to show that something big is stirring: The Germans have moved at least four big ships, the battleship Tirpitz, the pocket battleship Admiral Schecr, and the heavy cruisers Admiral Hipper and Prinz Eugen, to the Norwegian coast.

They are based on Trondhetm and they are there to keep the Allies out of the north. Actually, on the Germans' own authority, these ships or smaller ones of the German fleet have operated this week as far north as Bear Island, between Spitsbergen and the North Cape, where, it was claimed, they sank a Soviet freighter. British torpedo planes beat at the Tirpitz Monday somewhere north of Trondheim and, the Germans say, British planes were In the air as far north as Bear Island, which Indicates the presence of at least one British aircraft carrier In these northern waters. The Admiralty communique telling of the air attack on the Tirpitz ajso spoke significantly of surface forces" and "our convoy." The Germans say also Britain has made the Shetland Islands, northeast of the Orkneys, into an Important air base against Norway. Meanwhile, Russian troops on the Ladoga front north of Leningrad have Increased their pressure on Finns and Germans.

This could have been timed to precede new pressure farther north. Politically, ft now is reported reliably that Premier Joseph Stalin, aside from the obvious military advantage of a second front, is anxious to have the field forces of his Allies in the line with Russian troops, from now until these armies can enter Oermany. He Is represented as believing this will do much to make Britain and the United States appreciate both Russia's wartime needs and of the territorial protection she feels will be her post-war necessity. Says French Fleet Not Going To Axis WASHINGTON, March 11 (A.P.) Vichy Ambassador Gaston Henry-Haye called on Sumner Welles, acting secretary of state, today and gave him renewed assurances that the French fleet will not be surrendered to the Axis. Henry-Haye reminded newspapermen that he had already denied such rumors many times.

Madagascar, the strategic island colony off Africa's east coast, is and will remain French, he asserted. Later the British ambassador. Viscount Halifax, called on Welles but the purpose of his visit was not disclosed. PICTURE YEAR ALSO "Mountain Moonlight" WEAVER BROS, and ELVIRT SELECTED SHOUTS i He examined the postmark on the envelope, for her note bore no heading, and saw it had been mailed in Savannah. Georgia.

What was she doing there? Communicate with her through Jerry. Rising abruptly, he left the room and went to the telephone. He called the Tennant house. A shrill voice answered the call. Wayne's heart sank as he recognized Rachel's voice.

Npw he 'was in for a lot of chatter. "Why, Wayne!" she cried excitedly, "isn't this the strangest coincidence you calling right now We were at dinner, talking about you. Must've been thought transmission. Listen, darling, I'm home for good. Isn't that swell? Got something else to tell you, so prepare to be thrilled, because "Hey!" he broke in.

"Will you stop chattering, you rattle-brained infant? I've got something important to "Who's an infant?" indignantly. "I'll have you know that you're speaking to a married woman. And what do you think of that?" He expressed surprise, but didn't believe her. Rachel continued blithely. "It's absolutely a fact.

Wayne dear. Don Hollister and I eloped from my school last Tuesday, drove to Washington and got tied fast and forever! We blew in on poor Mother last night, giving her a Jolt. She's a good sport, though. When're you coming over darling? Make it soon for "Yes yes. I will.

Let me talk Just a minute, won't you? Is Jerry at home?" "Jerry? My dear, nobody ever sees the lad. He's hither and yon mostly yon, which means Marsh-bluff. That's his second home these days. I haven't laid an eye on my brother since we arrived with our startling news. The resurrected fire over at the Cum-mings house begins to look serious.

Am I stepping on anyone's feelings? Stop me if I am." "I haven't the slightest idea what you're driving at," Wayne said crossly. "Oh, well, let it pass. I wasn't sure, you see. Jerry has always said that I talk too much and maybe he's right. I did make a big mistake about you and Rene Cummlngs." Wayne said desperately, "I phoned for Just one purpose, Rachel.

It's to find out If any of you know Shirley's address. She's written totme and wants a reply, but didn't say where to send It. Approve Adjournment An Easter adjournment of the House of Commons from March 27 to April 20 was approved by the House yesterday. TODAY THE SHOCK 2 ED Plus STARTS SATURDAY TODAY and FRIDAY MYRNA WILLIAM LOY POWELL "SHADOW OF THE THIN MAN" V. fl dl BIGGEST SONG AND DANCE SPECTACLE OF All TIME I Chapter XXXV.

One part of the estate which Wayne had sedulously avoided since his return was the riverfront. Today, however, after his conversation with old Isom, he saddled his horse and rode toward the river. Something was drawing him there against hl.s will. He told himself it was merely to examine the boat. It probably needed a coat of paint, or its bottom might have sprung a leak.

But once on the little beach, with a strong wind murmuring through the pines, and sunlight dancing on the water, one memory after another rose to haunt him. Shirley's smiling face swam before him. "I've got to stop thinking!" he said aloud, so fiercely that Silver Streak pricked up his ears, and Jiggs scampered from the woods to gaze up at him questioningly. Wayne looked down at the little monkey. "I'm not scolding you," he said.

"But, Jlggs, we must go home and make it a long time before another visit to this spot!" He loitered in the fields a while, talked to his newly hired men and overseer, gazed in satisfaction at the work in progress. Dusk was falling by the time he returned to the house. Dinner was ready. When he entered the dining room, he noticed a letter beside his plate, which Isom told him had arrived that afternoon. The old man watched him as he opened the envelope.

Isom had recognized the handwriting as Shirley's. Many times he'd seen her script on letters laid upon the hall table for the mail-bag. Shirley had written: Dear Wayne Enclosed you will find my lirst very small instalment on a tremendous debt to you. I have no idea how much that is, but I am sure the amount must make this little payment seem inadequate. Will you please Itemize all the losses that Dark Entry sustained while my mother and I were there, and let me know? I shall continue to send other instalments from time to time, but you'll do me a great favor to answer soon, summarizing the full extent of damages done on.

the estate. Communicate with me through Jerry Tennant. With all good wishes. Sincerely, Shirky. Wayne stared at this letter so long that Isom ventured to ask.

"Is It f'om Miss Shirley, suh? Looks lak her wrltln'." "Yes. it is." Wayne said curtly. A hot flush rose in his face. Sending him a check! Hadn't she realized that he would not accept It? KORDA SEE IT TODAY 7 I MORE RIP-ROARING FUN Than oil thtir hilariout hits in onat ADDED Cavalcade of Aviation Newrreet IODAY-FRI-S AT. JAMEti ELLISON and DOROTHY LEWIS In Ice Capades 2nd fireat Hit! The Black Cal With BASIL RATHBONE TODAY TIL SATURDAY Plus "Sign of the Wolf1 CNARUC tUCCLCf CUXM DREW PNIU1P TERRY 2nd MU.

II IT "LAW OF T1IK TROriCS" Wllh JITFRrV I.VNN REXY TODAY-FRI -RAT. BOB HOPE PAUlEIIt GODDARD BUT THE TRUTH Added Thriller "Secrets of the Ine Wolf" Wmrrn ilium Ruth Ford Theater Directory Cupllol "Rharlow of ihn Thin Mn" 12 45-3 20-9 30. I.imt show BOO. Centrr "Rido 'Km Cowboy" 12 S5-S 10-8 20-7. 30-9.

4. L-t complete nhow at 8 55. r.lKln "To Be or Not to 1 05-3 IJ. 5. 29- 7 40-9 JO.

Lust show 9 25. Kruml Unburn T'mwnsr 12(i-3 35- 5.30- 7.35-9 40. nhow t. DM Anlon Tdkrj Wife" 2 24-S 2B-II 2R. 1 Married Pachelor 1 12 4-3 54.

LftM ohow at 8 lfi. Mayfalr 'VltlMi Kane" 3 35-3 23. "Adam Had Four Bona" 2 20-6 Last show at 8.25. Nolfl "The Man In the Iron Mink" 3 Flying Blind" 2 25-7 Last ahow at 8 25. Indira Meet" A 4.V9 SO.

"Hero for a Day" 8 45. Lat ahow at 45. RUtto' fot O' (told" 1 03-4 10-7 (Pl-IO 04 "Pan Franrlero IWka" 3 39. l.aat ahow at 49. Rldean "Srrpeant York" 12.30-2 3-S VI-B lfl.

"The Clay Falron" 1 30-4 50-8 10. LaM nhnw at 8 10. Imperial "Mountain Moonlight" 1 00-3 33. "I Wake Up Kci ea.nHn" 1.45-4 50. Laat ahow at 8 30.

Somerset "Sweetheart of the Campua' 1.15-4 40-fl 05. "North Weat Mount Tollce" 3 34-5. 58-9 24. Victoria "The Faraon of Panamlnf 2 13-8 30. -Taw of the Troruca 3 33- 7 00-9 45.

Capaden" 2 30-7 50. Blark Cat" 4 05-R 35. Mltle Theater Ottawa, Drama I eauua preaenta "The 1,1 1 lie. Theater Revua on tha atage at 8 30, Tnc above items are JurnUhtd by the theater. rjm-i 1 IiIUUMMMMm ZWMnrfffflG until a few days ago, when Don told me.

Guess what she's doing?" "I couldn't," sighed Wayne. "My guess would be that she's preparing for the next Tennant wedding. When is that event taking place?" Rachel's babbling about Jerry and Rene hadn't sunk in at all. "What Tennant wedding? Oh. I get it! Wayne, you're not laboring under the delusion that Shirley and my fickle brother are 'that way' about each other? Haven't I Just told you Jerry's rushing Rone again? Caught on the rebound.

I reckon. He used to be completely gaga about Shirley. Funny how things turn out, isn't it?" (To be concluded.) John Robert Rosier Passes in Old Land John Robert Rosier, former well-known Ottawa contractor, passed away in England recently, according to word received by his daughter. Mrs. George Webb, 72 Glen avenue.

He was 92 years of age. Mr. Rosier was In business as a general contractor both in England and Canada. He resided in Ottawa for 30 years following which he took up residence in Renfrew. There he was employed for some years as night clerk at the Hotel Renfrew.

He was known to the travellers as "Pap." His many friends will learn of his demise with keen regret. About 10 years ago he left for England with his wife, who predeceased him two years ago. Mr. Rosier was well known in Ottawa. During his stay here he was a deacon at Welcome Zion church with the Rev.

H. I. Horsey. His wife was an ardent worker in church activities. He is survived by one daughter in Ottawa.

Mrs. Webb, another daughter in Renfrew and four daughters in England. He also leaves 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Four of his grandchildren. Sydney.

Stanley. Leonard and Leslie, are in Ottawa. Seven of them are serving in the army and navy in England. Tonight at 8.30 The Little Theater Revue RfHPrvationx not picked up by o'clock each evening trill be told. Drama League INI embers Regular members of the Drama league who hold tickets for Friday and Saturday night, but who for any reason will be unable to use them for this week's production.

"The Little Theater Revue." are urgently requested to turn them In to the box office as one means of helping to supply the unprecedented demand for seats at this outstanding revue. ON OI STAGE MODERN STYLES OF MUSIC rRKSK.NTFD RY GEORGE CARPENTER and His Dance Rand VOCALIZED BY LOVELY LORNA LOGAK OS OI SCREEN SPEKCER TMCrSJ LAMA XI Plu Feature No. SINC. FOR YOUR SUPPER" NOLA Mullnee Dully 1.4.1 p.m. ACTION! DRAMA! ROMANCE! CHEATER THAN THE COl'NT OF MONTE CRISTO! "THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK" Starring Lou In Haywird Joan Rennrtt with Warren William Alan Hale ADDED ACTION HIT Plane Kidnapped Army, Air Secrets Stolen! Love, Romance! In "FLYING BLIND" with RICHARD ARI.EN JEAN PARKER tip 1 jy I IL, 'Mm NEW- iV, of Finland and this front in time mieht provide Just the impetus which the Russians need to turn the whole German northern flank and collapse it upon the Baltic states and East Prussia itself.

There are 1.500 miles of sea from th prearnt United States bases in Northern Ireland to the North Cape, but It Is barely 30 miles across thf northeastern extremity of Norway to Russian territory, and only 50 miles farther east to Murmansk. hundred miles atraight outh of Murmansk, reachable almost directly by railway, is the Staraya Rassa front vhere the Russians have pushed back closer to Germany than anywhere else. Rationing of Soap, Lard and Butter Is Predicted By M.P. Faced with a shortage of fats, Canada should take steps to increase the production of flax, butter and lard. Joseph Harris Cons Toronto-Danforth said yesterday In the House of Commons.

Mr. Harris gave a new bent to debate on the government's Western wheat leglslatton by drawing on his experience a hog producer and a dealer and processor of animal fats. He predicted butter, lard and soap will be rationed In Canada before long. The discussion took place on the rovernmcnt's bill to rale the minimum guaranteed price for Western wheat from 70 to 90 cent a bushel and Mr. Harris expressed approval of measures, associated with that bill, by which the government proposes to provide guaranteed minimum prices lor flax, oats and barley.

These steps, he said, would lead to improvement in the fat situation More flax would make more linseed oil available and more oats and barley, if fed to livestock, would make for more lard and butter. For Ontario Farmer. Murray Clark Essex South i appealed for some con sideration of the position of I Ontario farmers as well as Western farmers. He said farmer in his constituency were being forced out of production by price ceilings while they were asked to contribute to bonuses for Western wheat producers when the country had a surplus of wheat. Two Western members.

C. R. Fvans Lib Maple Creek and Robert Fair N.D., Battle River) took opposite points of view on the wheat legislation. Mr. Evans Mid he was disappointed the government had not advanced the whrat price to $1 but was prepared in defend the 00-cent price, confident that war development would so improve the wheat position that a higher price would come.

Mr. Fnlr said the government had not gone far enough, and that he proposed to go out and tell Western farmers to continue the fight for parity prices. There was no reason why farmers should not get fair prices when the chartered banks made immense Another Westerner. P. E.

Wright CC.F.. Mclfort' argued for a higher wheat price and disputed the contention advanced by some Liberal members that acreage bomies ate a better way to assist Western farmers than government-assisted prices. Extra Canada Carries On "FORWARD COMMANDOS" tented POORS OPEN 11 A.M. SATURDAY RF.K IT NOW riun llT NprrUl RUHfst GEORGE SANDERS with WENDY RARRIF. In "The Gav i rr tt i m.

mm V'i Continuous Dally fV From 1 p.m She mentioned Jerry, though. and- "Well, why didn't you say so in the beginning, darling? Sure I know where she is, but I didn't TODAY till SAL! uODDQg Carole Lombard's last picture. An exciting romantic comedy. Jack Benny at his best in a surprisingly different comic role. SKK A COMPLETE SHOW AS LATE AS 9.2.

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