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Newspaper
Battleford Press
Location
Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
2
The article argues that Britain must regain and maintain command of the sea to sustain the empire, warning that Germany’s submarines threaten overseas trade and that sea control is essential even if Germany wins on land. It cites German exaggerations of submarine losses and calls for decisive naval conduct to defeat the threat.
The article describes 8.08 inch calibre shells fired at Paris, noting a 20 inch shell length for the seventh shell, weighing 200 pounds with under 20 pounds of explosives. It mentions a threaded fuse stopper and a diaphragm separating two unequal pockets with two diaphragm holes for communication.
Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy is advertised as easing asthma caused by dust. The copy claims relief of constricted breathing and says breathing returns to normal with use, supported by numerous annual testimonials.
German writers estimate total German deaths and prisoners at 5,000,000 including illness and wounds. Karl Bleistein cites 2,604,296 losses on the west front from 1914 to 1917 and 1,484,550 on the east front. For Aug 1917 to Jan 1918 losses total 367,450 on both fronts.
Several restaurant men who ignored Can ada food board regulations on conservation of food stuffs in public eating places have been heavily fined.
Redpath's Granulated Sugar offered at $6.50 per case with large quantities. Advertisement invites readers to write for a territory paying $25 to $50 weekly, claiming no experience needed and listing various sale incentives.
A Baltimore American quote questions exemptions for dependents. A speaker asks if a person with a dependent spouse qualifies for exemption, noting the wife relies on him to carry her laundry home.
An advertising note claims Dr Thomas Electric Oil aids sailors soldiers fishermen lumbermen outdoor workers and all exposed to injury. It promises to ease pain relieve colds dress wounds subdue rheumatism and asserts the product has no equal and should be in every home medicine chest and travel kit.
The Dominion government will supply seven million trees and cuttings free to Alberta farmers for windbreaks. Any farmer who prepares the ground can obtain trees. Many farmers say a strong windbreak near buildings increases farm value by five hundred to two thousand dollars with modest expense.
Old Farmer Harkins to village duds claims a barometer will predict rain. The duds doubt the notion and mishear phrases. A rustic mix up of weather lore and quirky folk banter unfolds with playful misunderstandings.
Statistics on farm poultry in British Columbia up to June 15, 1917 show 600 295 hens 735 449 322 chickens 000 sats ners TA 7Ass at es.
The Canadian government issues a new order making wilful waste of food illegal with fines from 100 to 1000 dollars and up to three months imprisonment. Local municipal and provincial authorities can prosecute waste cases in cold storage warehouses and food facilities, sharing fines with the locality.
The piece argues Allied strength surprised Germany as it overestimated its own advantage. It credits courage, tenacity, and manhood as decisive factors in stopping the German drive, asserting Germany underestimated fighting spirit and righteousness of the Allies.
Private Simpkins returns from the front to find his girl seen with another man. He questions her about daily strolls with the gentleman who explains it was only for him to see if he was needed elsewhere.
Fragmented text notes vast oil bearing areas in the Mackenzie River region and mentions Indian reports and a large area, suggesting significant petroleum prospects. The passage is incomplete and reads as a garbled clipping.
Ohio State Journal declares the United States will mobilize fully for the war. It asserts no doubt about victory, pledges marching to Berlin if needed, and promises food and support for troops en route. The piece emphasizes rising national resolve against the Kaiser and World War I aggression.
The Financial Times notes Alberta and Saskatchewan cities have improved finances with strict expenditure controls and steady tax revenue collection. Rural areas faced fewer issues, but urban centres now show rapid progress in financial reform and fiscal governance.
Capt James Byford McCudden, 23, awarded the Victoria Cross. His decorated record includes the Distinguished Service Order, a bar to the DSO, Croix de Guerre, Military Cross and bar, and the Military Medal. He has flown over 100 missions with 54 German planes accounted for and 78 offensive patrols, many solo across enemy lines. The official London Gazette lauds his fearlessness and long service.
A New York Tribune editorial cites Clemenceau’s line we shall win the war in the last quarter of an hour and portrays a grim, ongoing struggle with heavy losses. It urges continued resistance amid missteps and local disasters while promising a hard but eventual victory.
An advertisement touts good digestion as priceless, warns against self treatment with pre-digested foods, and recommends Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for stomach trouble. A Toronto reader testimonial describes long relief and weight gain after using the medicine.
The affordable Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator is within reach of all and available at any druggist.
A pretty girl questions a genial bachelor about remaining single. He explains that his early shy moods gave way to affection for a young acquaintance, but his courage failed before proposing. she married someone else.
Fragmentary text reports Bolshevik rhetoric provoking fear among British sailors and officials. The scattered lines mention Vladimir and naval unrest, with references to a looming clash and political pressure abroad.
A terse exchange has a records officer asked by a recruit for information. The dialogue hints at a request labeled Keep the broke Home Wires Burning. and seeks access or guidance.
The article links Kaiser Wilhelm II to early 1914 war plans, citing Krupp director Dr. Muhlen who spoke with Helfferich about Austria's ultimatum to Serbia and the Kaiser’s possible mobilization. It portrays internal German views of responsibility for World War I and tensions within leadership circles.
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