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Newspaper
Canora Advertiser
Location
Canora, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Oct 18, 1917
Page
15
The text sketches a world unseen where celestial bodies and planetary orbits are discussed in an abstract, speculative tone. It references a planet Vulcan and solar observations, noting debates on cosmic structure and the nature of space and time.
The readable text hints at scattered war era phrases mentioning Germany, Allies, and ceasefire notions. It reads as a jumbled, partial draft with garbled place names like New Yor and Veillance terms, lacking coherent events or dates.
The article explains Ireland's round towers served as safe refuges during Danish attacks. Many towers are damaged or ruined but cone-topped examples remain. doors sit high above ground and were accessed by ladders which were pulled up after entry. Tiny upper windows helped protect inhabitants. About eighty towers survive, few are intact.
Two citizens acquired about 000 acres in Connecticut to establish a wildfowl sanctuary and support scientific propagation. An _expedition_ studied duck habits at the refuge, k repeat breeding and migratory patterns, pinioned some stock while releasing most to join wild populations. The project aims to restore bird life and provide breeding stock for future migrations.
Spain's government demands the Portuguese ministry of affairs call a Portuguese newspaper to court for publishing a Madrid dispatch titled The Bourbon. The article foretold that the Spanish king would be the last sovereign of his line.
The article explains sending money by mail using Dominion Rapeess Money Orders, outlining the process and safety tips for postal transfers.
Fragmentary extract describes torture of soldiers by Austrian officers including whipping and confinement in cesspools. Key figures named include Lieutenant Carl Kattinger Captain Groiss and Lieutenant von Chrychinski with a recurring claim of abuse ending in death or madness. Mentions a medical ad and Hall's Catarrh remedy as unrelated insertions.
A report discusses British licensing for Canadian bacon imports via a government buying agency in the United States. It notes ongoing bacon shipments, Britain and Allies need at least 25 percent of output, and cites historical export figures from 1913 to 1917. It emphasizes preserving the true bacon breed and regular supply amid wartime controls.
A partial transcript shows counsel questioning the complainant about evidence or demeanor during a courtroom moment. Exact details and context are unclear due to damaged text.
The U S food administration reports French livestock declines with 1913 to 1916 meat figures and per head consumption estimates. It notes France may rely on the United States for meat and dairy postwar as supplies tighten. A separate note promotes Miller's Worm Powders to treat worm-related stomach and digestive issues in children.
The eighth annual report of the commission of conservation notes that over 12 percent of patients admitted to Toronto General Hospital’s public wards have venereal diseases. The study discusses containment measures and broader Canadian patterns, with input from Drs. Mackenzie Hair and Goldie.
Anton Mickelson, a gopher poison maker, estimates gopher damage at about a bushel per acre each season and warns that without a halt in control efforts the pests could devastate crops. He notes municipalities delay timely poison placement until snow melts, reducing effectiveness.
The rice crop in Spain this year is extraordinarily plentiful and will require the services of 15,000 workers to harvest it.
A sick woman in Enhaut Pennsylvania describes feeling rundown and weak inside as she faces ongoing health troubles and emotional strain, outlining her symptoms and concerns in a personal account.
The Westminster Gazette parodies the king as a sporting figure in a comic tale where the monarch is imagined fishing and casting aside his rod. It humorously notes His Majesty dines on haggis and whiskey, wearing a kilt, as a playful compliment.
The Straits of Dover have long symbolized England’s island defense. From Caesar to Napoleon, invaders attempted crossing here, but the famous Dover battle near Calais secured Henry III’s era and shaped English maritime power. Today travel between Dover and Calais or Ostend is common in peaceful times.
A fragment notes a question about an expected plan for future action. The text appears to discuss contingencies or improvements but provides no clear details or named individuals or organizations.
The German mind by brute force, its autocratic reign. The world including the United States sees the government compelling enslaved Poles to fight their brother Poles, both oppressed by treachery and brute force, as reported by the Chicago Tribune.
A health ad promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for skin disorders by purifying the blood. It claims new rich blood attacks impurities causing pimples and rashes, improving appetite and energy. Available by mail or at medicine dealers in Ontario.
Archibald Herd notes Nelson argued against attacking the French fleet at Toulon, preferring a cautious approach that avoided costly batteries. The piece recalls the long 1793–1815 war and quotes a Frenchman claiming the ships of Nelson won at Waterloo. It then shifts to asthma relief, praising Dr J D Kellos Asthma Remedy based on many reader letters.
The U S food administration urges actors and film studios to avoid waste during performances and movie production. It warns that food use on stage and screen can promote wasteful habits and seeks to curb unnecessary consumption nationwide.
It is estimated Japan and the United States will extend credit to the allies by issuing 5 percent exchequer bonds. The amount is around Tec 100,000,000 yen, valued at about $50, ce, with the main aim said to be assistance to Russia.
The report details several submarine encounters including a damaged U boat hit by gunfire and torpedoes, its conning tower destroyed, and its sinking after several explosions. Survivors were picked up, and subsequent engagements involved periscopes, depth charges, and a seaplane attack with bombs causing large underwater disturbances.
Farmers report commercially profitable experiments growing sweet corn in large quantities across Western Canada. Irrigation and varieties adapted to Alberta conditions yield good crops between Suffield and Retlaw as the South Alberta Land Company expands plantings.
Readable text shows a garbled line arguing women can do tasks men can do and mentions auctioneers in a distorted context. No clear event, date, or names.
Miss Talbot of the Women’s Branch highlights widespread use of women in farm labor across England. She notes the variety of workers from cottage residents to shop staff and even a university woman, forming a new agricultural workforce praised by farmers for gentleness and aptitude with stock. Official county reports confirm ample female assistance in the fields.
The advertisement asserts Holloway's Corn Cure kills corn roots and removes callosity without injuring surrounding flesh. It promotes a painless treatment for corns and warts, claiming immediate effects and safety for users.
A Detroit Free Press note urges renewed use of buckwheat grain highlighting its historic role in frontier meals. Buckwheat pancakes fueled settlers, thrive on poor soil, aid weed control, and provide honey source. advocates say it deserves economic attention alongside butter and other staples.
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