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Newspaper

Battleford Press

Location

Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada

Date

May 02, 1918

Page

8

Fragmentary Text on German Propaganda and Finance

Disjointed OCR fragment discusses German motives against Jews, alleged manipulation by Russians, and agents promoting unrest. Mentions rationing, creditors, and a tax sale context though details are unclear. Contains references to national decline and external perception.

Ger

British Sailors Vote No to Handshake With Germans

J. Hawe of the Seamen's union led a meeting at Cardiff where 117 of 300 sailors stood for the gesture, but none remained seated when asked to shake hands with Germans, underscoring hostile sentiment toward German submariners.

Britain Germany J. Hawe New Seamen's Union Cardi Mr. Wilson

Yukon Coal Mines Extended Five Year Permit

An order in council has been passed to extend the five year period for coal mine collection in the Yukon. The government acts in the public interest to support continued mining activity and ensure supply.

Yukon

Tropical Forest Regions and Their Economic Potential

The text identifies two vast tropical forest zones the Amazon basin in South America and the Indo Malay region in southeastern Asia plus adjacent islands. It notes the Amazon covers about 1.6 million square miles and the Indo Malay area under 0.5 million square miles, totaling over 2 million square miles. It argues tropical forests include soft and medium hard woods and can be developed economically.

Tropices Amazon South America Asia Amazon River Borneo Sumatra Philippine Islands Malay Peninsula Burma Uni

Spring Weather Harms Babies Warns Dr Williams

The harsh mood of spring weather endangers infants as mothers keep babies indoors in overheated, poorly ventilated rooms. Such conditions cause colds and upset stomachs, but Baby's Own Tablets from The Dr Williams Medicine Co offer relief by toning the stomach and bowels, selling at 25 cents a box.

Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co Brockville Ont

Refugees in Silks and Sables Amid Italian Retreat Scene

G Ward Price describes two Italian ladies among a refugee crowd in a ruined railway setting. While dressed in heavy sable furs and gold chains their frightened, uncertain faces reveal hardship, contrasting with their lavish appearance. The scene captures incongruity amid war-torn chaos.

Rue de Paix G. Ward Price Century Magazine

Manitoba Boys and Girls Clubs Lead Provincial Agriculture

The Manitoba clubs form the province largest agricultural body with over 15 000 members in 1917 and prospect of 20 000 in 1916. Central clubs total 145 with about eight branches each rooted in rural schools. Contests in pig and calf raising gardening cooking sewing and more teach practical agriculture and farm life. The extension service provides literature supplies and judges for fairs while wartime focus boosts production and conservation.

Manitoba Department of Agriculture

Magic Corn Remover for Women Lift With Ease

A short advisory claims apply a few drops of the product to corns or calluses and lift them away with fingers without pain. The wording targets women and promotes simple at home use.

Freezone for Corns and Calluses Promises Painless Relief

Invites readers to use Free Zone a Cincinnati inventor's compound to remove corns and calluses with drops applied to the tender area. It claims instant dryness shriveling the growth without pain or skin irritation and suggests asking a druggist to order a bottle if unavailable.

Cincinnati

Loans to Stock Raisers Boost Alberta Farmers

Parliament acts enable farmers to obtain livestock on credit at six percent interest. Alberta government earmarks $500,000 for cows, with this year’s allocation doubling. Aims to place $1,000,000 in the hands of capable farmers to raise food production in irrigated Southern Alberta regions.

Pene Yeas Alberta

Steady Progress Ends Scratching Habit for Men

A fragmented note suggests a shift away from scratching matches on trousers as a sign of progress, with remarks about potential consequences and value of cleaner habits.

Getting It Right

The note appears as an OCR fragment from the Washington Star likely about entertainment or a performer named Mr Bliggins. The readable text is limited and no clear event date or location is available.

Otto En Canes Ta Eee Een Mr. Bliggins Washington Star

Ancient Athens and the dangers of liberty

Lord Acton argues that Athens' emancipation led to tyranny as lawless freedom sparked civil ruin. He notes how self rule produced rash wars and deaths, comparing with France and detailing the fall of empire, misrule of the wealthy, and Socrates’ martyrdom.

Athens French Republic Socrates Lord Acton

Cure Cows Caked Bags Egyptian Liniment Ad

For sale by Douglas & Company Napanee Ontario a cured animal liniment product advertised to treat cows with caked bags.

Douglas & Company Napanee Ont

Boudoir Secrets and a Sudden Hair Change

A witty exchange features a maid answering a remark about rapid hair whitening. The dialogue hints at gossip and sass within a boudoir setting, delivering a sharp social interaction.

I cured a horse with Minard's Liniment

Personal testimonial from Christopher Saunders Dalhousie claims Minard's Liniment cured a badly torn pitch fork injury. Edw Linlief St. Peter's CBC reports cure. Bathurst New Brunswick official Thos W Payne notes success with Minard's Liniment in a horse swelling case.

Minard Christopher Saunders Dalhousie St. Peter's CB Linlief Bathurst N.B Thos. W. Payne

Protecting the Birds in Ontario Legislature Bill

The On tario legislature considers Mr Macdiarmids bill for the Protection of Insectivorous Birds. The piece argues birds control insects, aiding farmers, and notes threats from cats, weather, and schools inspiring humane study. It warns against damage from pests and endorses Miller's Worm Powders as beneficial for digestion and vitality.

Macdiarmid Ontario Chester A. Reed Worcester Mass Rockies Massachusetts

Dangers of the Front Two Irish Women

Two Irish women talk about wartime misfortunes. One mentions Denny, a husband shot at the abdomen, while the other asks where the wife is, noting she is likely at the front.

Denny

Keeping the Issue Clear in a World at War

An editorial urges clear democratic aims in World War I, arguing victory over autocratic Germany is vital to preserve democratic ideals. It warns against letting Kaiserism dictate terms and cites German and socialist perspectives to stress fighting for principles over material gain.

Es Sendin Afteire Berlin Germany Hindenburg Springfield Republican

Minard's Liniment Used by a Deaf Brother

A humorous exchange notes Minard's Liniment being used by a brother who is slightly deaf. The speaker reports the pattern on a new tie and attributes it to the brother rather than personal choice.

Minard Physi Jos

Spain in decline warns of German influence and disarray

Marcosson argues in the Geeta Evening Post that modern Spain lacks visionary leadership and unity. He likens Spain to a bomb factory, claims ruling elites ally with German propaganda, and warns of economic subversion amid national turmoil.

Spain Velasquez Cervantes Cortes Castlear Russia Cames Marcosson Geeta Evening Post

Cure for Rheumatism with Parmelees Pills

A persistent rheumatism is caused by salts in the blood due to defective liver and kidney action. Uric acid taints blood causing tissue and joint pain. Parmelee's Vegetable Pills are claimed to have effected many cures and are strongly recommended. A trial will convince anyone of their value.

Parmelee

A Mistaken Primrose Misattribution Alleged by Express

The Primrose League plans a new lease post women's vote, declared a woman's show. It clarifies the primrose was never Lord Beaconsfield's favorite flower, though Queen Victoria once sent a wreath noting the Prince Consort’s fondness, a misreading noted by the London Daily Express.

Primrose League Lord Beaconfield Prince Consort Victoria London Daily Express

France Wins Admiration and Bold Response Comment

A New York Herald opinion cites growing American admiration for France and argues for strong action against Bolos and Boloists, urging brave response after suffering like France. The piece laments U S learning from others and calls for decisive measures to curb Bolés and Bolosists.

France Bolo Nord New York Herald

Simple Remedy Highlighted For Foot and Skin Ailments

The notice extols Holloway's Corn Cure as an easy solution for foot and skin issues caused by pressure, suggesting no one should struggle when the remedy is available.

Holloway

Which of the two is the best in the wedding discourse

A fragment shows a dialogue about choosing the best man and recognizing one as the groom. The line suggests a mix up or clarification during a wedding preparation scene.

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