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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 20, 1917
Page
2
The Abbotstford Pest is a weekly journal published by Lie Bow Publishing Company. Editor J. A. Bater, a dealer and proprietor, announces advertising rates and invites applications for subscription or advertising. Friday, August 20, 117.
An editorial from July Firestone argues advertising reduces costs and boosts war mobilization. It cites Britain's munition campaigns, Chicago Red Cross drives, and liberty loan support as proof that publicity drives efficiency, recruitment, and public morale in WWI.
A harsh NYT critique lists German diplomacy military aims and failures, detailing plans to pass through Belgium, neutralize Britain, seize Paris, and push Russia out of the war. It cites Zeppelins, propaganda, and submarine commerce disruption as key miscalculations, reflecting widespread critique of German strategic aims in 1914 era.
A critical view argues German planners overestimate efficiency as World War I drags on. The piece contends blockades, submarine actions, and diplomacy fail to starve Britain, end the conflict, or break Allied resolve, despite German military feats and optimism. It notes severed ties with Germany and shifting alliances, while predicting eventual German defeat by resilient opponents.
A regional voice urges community pride, urging residents to act as boosters rather than critics. It promotes collective effort, mutual support, and generosity to uplift local business and morale, suggesting ongoing civic enthusiasm will return benefits to all.
May regulations limit fortnightly parcels to Canadian POWs to three ten shilling parcels plus bread, tobacco or cigarettes, with a total maximum from relations. Red Cross also ships 18 lbs bread and 12 lbs tobacco or 200 cigarettes every fortnight. Private senders forbidden. Germany parcels barred. applies to all POWs except officers.
A letter discusses Canadian prisoners and parcel deliveries under wartime rules. It notes delays blamed on external circumstances and questions about extra monthly parcels versus standard distributions. The writer cites the American Express parcel service and the War Office as governing authorities.
A terse editorial excerpt notes Europe is at war and criticizes reliance on external aid. It mocks the idea of sending in limited resources, implying a broader stance beyond beverage slogans or corporate labels.
Analysis traces US entry points in wars from 1812 to 1919, noting Spain and World War I timing. It compares durations between conflicts and examines why a nation enters war roughly every 30 to 40 years.
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