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Newspaper
Battleford Press
Location
Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Sep 20, 1917
Page
6
Public notice from the Secretary Treasurer of Battleford warns that unpaid taxes, arrears, and costs will lead to the sale of described property on November 8, 1917. The document lists extensive totals, locations, and parcel references across multiple blocks and streets in Battleford.
Andre Tardieu reports to Secretary Baker that France is stronger today in troops and war materials than at any point in the war. He cites nearly a million French soldiers in the fronts, far above the Marne mobilization, and says France can sustain the effort for a long time.
The report states casualties fell to 1.28 percent in six months of 1916, France held 574 of 739 kilometers on the western front, and faced 81 of 123 German divisions. It notes French 75s ample since 1914, gun totals rising to 6,000 by mid 1917, and daily shell production increasing markedly.
Berlin announcements show 2 249 000 iron crosses of the second class 49 000 first class and 3 660 awarded behind the front. Report notes many wearers never saw combat and describes lavish distribution at headquarters and among staff.
A wartime directive from Dirk Manning urges U S automobile owners to curb joyriding and conserve gasoline. He stresses fuel saved will support America and its allies, calling the practice unnecessary and extravagant during the war effort.
A rumor in court circles notes that Judes Been refuses to serve as juror and that the attorney for the case known as Passing Show is involved. The terse report hints at courtroom tension and possible legal maneuvering surrounding juror selection.
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