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Newspaper
Battleford Press
Location
Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 20, 1917
Page
15
Report describes hollow lead bullets with a slow burning incendiary compound used by aviators to attack observation balloons behind enemy lines. A single hit can puncture the balloon and ignite gas, forcing observers to abandon by parachute from about 1000 feet, with a rapid flare and defensive fire.
The Kansas City Star story presents a child’s reply to a teacher’s question about what is mankind's finest creation. The girl answers that a living for a family is the most wonderful thing a man ever made, highlighting family devotion as a noble ideal.
Pte. Albert Styres, Mohawk, wounded in Flanders, masters typewriting bookkeeping shorthand and office work earning 20 dollars a week with future prospects. John Ballentine, western Indian from Battleford trained in gas engineering after knee injuries, plans to support wife and four children with lighter labor. Vocational schools aid veterans and native communities by teaching trades and modern skills.
An old advertisement claims a hundred dollar reward for proof Hall's Celery Cures will reliably destroy disease foundations. The copy touts its blood mucous surface cleansing action and strength building, urging readers to send for details from P F Cueney Co. and noting druggists carry the remedy at 75 cents.
Foreign observers condemn German pledges as worthless citing rulers' conduct and ironic humor, arguing any commitment cannot be trusted while Germany remains allied with hostile actions. The text suggests skepticism toward German assurances and calls for unconditional shifts or withdrawals.
The Westminster Gazette notes that Australians New Zealanders and Canadians often retain strong dialects such as Cockney Scottish and Gaelic despite years abroad. It observes emigrant parents passing on accents and asks how local peculiarities endure when provincial burrs fade in London.
A Cincinnati authority touts Freezone as a cheap remedy to remove corns and calluses without pain. A few drops applied to the corn dry instantly and do not irritate surrounding skin, making removal easy with fingers.
Secretary Daniels said progress has been made in locating submarines and that destroying them will follow, noting the submarine will not be overcome by a miraculous invention. He cited civilian knowledge and naval board studies and praised American designs as highly advanced.
December period offers Excursions East and West Daily with low round trip fares to many Eastern Canada points. On select dates in December January and February low fares to Vancouver Victoria and New Westminster are available. Two trans continental trains daily travel over the Canadian Pacific Railway advertised as The World's Greatest Highway offering travel with no transfers. Officials urge early arrangements and request full information from agents to secure reservations.
The fragment laments lingering harms of German colonial methods and provocations, likening them to predatory acts and urging acknowledgment rather than denial, highlighting enduring tensions in historical memory and responsibility.
Informants say a soldier has twenty nine chances to return home for each fatality in battle, and ninety eight to two for a wound to a death. The text argues soldiers face lower disease risk and better care, with government re education for the ten percent unfit for service.
George Pattullo in Saturday Evening Post lauds the Canadian forces praising their resilience and effectiveness in France. He argues experts view them as a top weapon of its size with notable prowess even under pressure and capable of turning difficult situations around.
In infantile complaints from stomach and intestinal worms Miller's Worm Powders are promoted as an effective remedy. The product attacks the cause, expels worms, and aims to restore healthy function and strength in children.
A German statesman warns Norwegian newspapers to cease protests over the murder of seamen by German cruisers. He implies severe consequences for Norway if the protests continue. The report also mentions an individual named Mocwag, described as a potential coordinator, though details are unclear.
A noted authority on worm destruction is highlighted for their role in safeguarding children. The expert’s methods are described as highly effective, with a strong track record of success and reliability emphasized by supporters.
A British officer notes that war deserts towns for the calm of country life, yet trenches create detachment and the soldiers crave bustle and companionship. After years of service some fear rural life may feel hollow, while the war over the water shapes their sense of home.
The Montreal Star reports on alleged German agent activities described as a blunder. The piece notes the typical wartime portrayal of agents as either treacherous or patriots, reflecting editorial stance on enemy actions and national sentiment.
A Western admission argues that monarchical tyranny does not exist as England’s government is more responsive to public opinion. The prime minister serves only while the House of Commons majority supports him, and MPs can topple the government if they hear from voters back home.
Serious illness is avoided by prompt use of Dr Williams Pink Pills which enrich and purify the blood and strengthen nerves and vital organs. The pills improve appetite digestion and complexion while easing back head and heart discomfort. They are sold for 50 cents a box or 2 1 2 dollars for six boxes from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
The president argued the war is not only about political power but a clash of industrial systems. Germany seeks to control global industry and compel other nations to serve German economic interests, viewing it as the economic prize of war.
A fragmentary notice refers to a Montreal-based individual or business at 216 Rue Ontario East with dates in February 1908. The readable text mentions rheumatism and seating issues but lacks a clear action or outcome.
The Minneapolis Journal cites peanuts as versatile for human food and livestock feed. It notes peanut hay equals alfalfa for forage, peanuts fatten hogs up to 400 pounds per acre, roasted peanuts as a near complete ration, and peanut oil aiding vegetable oil supplies while supporting butter and lard reserves.
A quotation from the Philadelphia Ledger. It argues that the nation and city are shaped by everyday citizens who join in common cause under inspired leadership. It emphasizes personal responsibility, unselfish leadership, and placing trust in capable leaders to achieve communal good.
The Contemporary Review warns governments face a calamitous shortage of printed foodstuffs and essential commodities. It notes possible starvation, high demand for ores oils wool rubber potash and similar goods alongside wagon shortages and disrupted transport, worsening shortages.
The advertisement asserts the oil’s cures come from six ingredients. It proclaims remarkable relief for suffering and invites trials to convince skeptics of its healing virtues.
A doctor tours an asylum with guests and points to a female patient who believes she is England’s queen. He bows as she taunts him, then a guest reveals she was sane all along, leaving the doctor astonished and embarrassed.
The article critiques German gains on the Italian front and stresses that Allied successes in France and Belgium carry more weight. It notes Italy’s strategic value to the Entente and discusses broader wartime dynamics, including Russia and Romania, in a cautious, analytical tone.
A witness at the police court answers the question about the man’s character saying it is unbleachable. The reply implies strong, unwavering honesty as the court session addresses the inquiry.
A clipped quotation shows a pompous statesman remarking that he never reads newspapers about him, noting it helps explain the favorable or unfavorable portrayals. The fragment hints at media relations and public image.
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