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Newspaper
Davidson Leader
Location
Davidson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Feb 28, 1918
Page
3
Mills and Kaiser in Belgiun War Train Scene
Fragmentary text describes mills and Kaiser in Belgium with references to trains and conferences. Mentions German leadership and a wartime setting with mentions of Belgium and Brussels.
Belgian War Dog Nellie Remembered as Brave Hero
Nellie the Belgian war dog was twice wounded by shrapnel yet never deserted. Brought to the United States, she served in No Man’s Land with Major Osterreith and inspired American troops with her steadfast bravery. Her memory endures among comrades and in news coverage of wartime service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelle
Belge
Wretington
Nettie
Kelliah
Osterreith
Nellie
Unpatriotic Papers Seek Scoops in War Reporting
An editor criticizes press for sensational war content and reveals attempts to curb risky leaks. He cites officers, editors, and telegraph reports as examples of how early, unverified scoops endanger troops and public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pront
Derel George Creei
Chirman
Wiecomontice
Wiecow
Colmobas
Pereh
Newine
France
Rews
Sr Os
Marysville Woman Seeks Aid for Painful Cramp Ailment
A distressed Marysville woman describes months of severe cramps and backache that kept her in bed. She seeks guidance and remedies through a medical letter reply, listing symptoms and a plea for help.
Brothers Debate Wine Over Cheese Incident
In a New York Globe item, two brothers travel with a wealthy friend. The elder heroically tries to steer conversation back, but a moment of mischief leads to a clash over preferences. The younger quips about their “gyam” not being wine and calls the other a cheese.
Ancient prophecy fulfilled in fall of Riga
A P correspondent in Stockholm reports an old prophecy fulfilled as Russians seized Riga aging treasures including a church bell. The bell bore an inscription in old German warning that the one who moves it will doom themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riga
A. P
Stockholm
Saskatchewan Leads in Auto Ownership Despite Small Population
Saskatchewan contains about one third of Canada’s registered cars while housing only one tenth of the population. The rise to 32900 vehicles marks a hundred percent jump from 1916, with agriculture and dairy driving province wealth to over 40 dollars per capita.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Canada
Dominion
United States
Seskatoun R
Dr Williams Pink Pills Endorsed For Mother's Health
A Canadian notice promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy for tired weak mothers and nervous weakness. Mrs W H Alberry testifies to renewed strength while nursing a baby and recovering from illness after using the pills. The advertisement offers six boxes for 250 and notes availability from medicine dealers or by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imedis
Sim
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Onc
Bakers Helping Food Controller
Canadian bakers unite with the food controller to reduce wheat use in the Dominion freeing more for export to the Allies. Ontario Bread and Cake Manufacturers' Association met in Toronto with Prof. K Harcourt presenting, a committee to draft resolutions was formed. No further details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bakers of
Canada
Dominion
Ontario Bread and Cake ‘Manufacturers’ Association
Toronto
K. Harcourt
Ontario Agricultural College
Guelph
Russian musicians in prison camp form chorus and orchestra
A Timan Daily News item notes Russian inmates in a camp forming a chorus and an orchestra so skilled that locals urged a concert. The unit was set to perform at the commander’s request in the nearby town church, reflecting wartime cultural efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timan
Daily News and Leader
Geoclnes
Germany
Ays
Conversation about consent between two parties
A dialogue fragment shows one person urging consent and another questioning who should approve it. The exchange hints at tension over who has final say and greater understanding of the situation. The lines reference a male figure and a female speaker discussing agreement.
How Cavary Lost Its Great Chance
London reports British cavalry failed to press the Fort Garry force toward Cambrai. Echo de Paris notes Ludendorff’s losses after Cambrai and cites Byng’s missed intervention, while two British Guards divisions held firm and denied German gains. The article views Cambrai as a lesson applied to British command.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Byng
Pic
Roisoner
Cambrai
Brief Mississippi Funeral Oration Echoes Simplicity
A terse funeral tribute recalls an elderly Mississippi man addressing a coffin. He leaves a simple, solemn line about Sam Wiser being gone, expressing hope that the departed meets the Hait of fate in the hereafter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
Sam Wiser
Minard's Liniment Endorsed for Sprains and Pain
John Walkfield of Lunenburg County states the household relies on Minard's Liniment for sprains bruises chest soreness throat aches and headaches. He says they buy a new bottle before the old is finished and recommends it to others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard
John Walkfield
Gf Istands, Lunenturg Co
Tear Gas Incident at Premicy Cinema Fans Out
A cinema in Premicy England filled with a curious odor on Saturday causing audience eye watering and sickness. Officers compared the effects to tear gas and three soldiers were seen departing before the fumes. suspicion arose they may have released gas as a prank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Premicy
England
Dr Pierce's Anurie Tablets for rheumatism and kidney trouble
Canadian sufferers praise Anurie as a successful remedy for rheumatism and kidney trouble. The ad urges early use of Dr. Pierce's Allurie Tablets double strength, exercise in open air, and a light diet to prevent diabetes or bladder stones, promising quick relief and many endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Almenia
Dr. Pierce
W. M. Pierce
Buffalo
Grain mixing criticized at Tristate Growers meeting
In North Dakota speaker Leath Dakers urged farmers to reduce grain mixing and rely on homegrown seeds. He warned against using commercial milling grades for seed, arguing it harms quality and disease resistance. Dakers said a meritorious system of prime grades cannot be set for all, and growers should pursue stronger seed self reliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tristate Grain and
Tech Aed
Mianewta
Leath Dakers
Botley
North Dakota
Ringworm Cure Claim Prompts Endorsement Note
A letter from Mrs. D Stebbins of Gran Chad Ont describes severe ringworm on a child’s head being cured by Dr Chage’s Unointment after failed prior treatments. The account, dated two years prior, claims complete relief with a lasting result and urges others to try the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chage
D. Stebbins
T . Chate
J. P
al Deers Bates
echUs
Belgium as precedent for regu tations and concessions
The article argues Belgium should be treated as a precedent to regulate dealings with the enemy. It calls for a formal confession and full guarantees for restoration and reparation before negotiations begin, noting the persistent threat of Belgian political and economic submission by Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
Belwoni
Germany
Minard’s Liniment Cures Burns and World War Perspective
The piece invokes Minard’s Liniment as a metaphor for healing burns while discussing resolve and unity in wartime. It argues Americans will not surrender ideals and will seek a world settlement benefiting many nations rather than one.
Frozen Fish Drive Aimed At Boosting Use And Cold Storage
The food controller and the fish committee urge frozen fish utilization to reduce waste and support the industry. officials report cold storage practices, rising thawed product quality concerns, and a push for better salt supplies from Europe to aid shipments. Local fishermen in Lunenburg and Nova Scotia regions are highlighted as needing to pare down waste and bolster frozen exports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fish Committee
Ths
al Hinds
HW. B
Lunenburg
Cowetry
Arcont
Lonenbure
Cowntry
Maritime
Mr Short
Nova Scotia
Shipping Board
Italy
Spain
Portugal
West Indies
God in Political Affairs and the Rise of Religious Tone
A Sanalian Baptist commentary notes increased reverence for religion in public life. It praises Canadian and American leaders and the press for elevating faith as a guide to destiny and moral alignment. It asserts that modern journalism and editorial pages now treat religious discourse as central to national affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
United States
Mother Land
Cred
God
Sanalian Baptist
A Foe to Asthma Dr Kellogg Remedy Claim
A reader praises Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as effective against asthma. The notice asserts the remedy quickly reduces symptoms by reaching breathing passages and urges having it ready for use.
Canadian Woodcraft at Front Described by Ro and Hill
Mr Ro and Hill report from Northern France detailing what Canadian lumber crews have achieved at the front. The dispatch highlights skilled timber work, fortification support, and rapid supply of wood for trenches and shelters, underscoring Canadian collaboration with Allied forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ro and
Hill
London
France
Humanity Made No Difference The British ie Rews is
A fragmentary OCR line references the British and a convention, noting markings and an assertion that humanity did not alter the outcome. The text is incomplete and lacks clear entities or events for a fuller summary.
We Must Keep on Fighting In the Face of War
Fragmentary wartime note asserts resolve to continue resistance and urges action to stop violence and racial strife. It emphasizes unity, danger, and a call for decisive effort beyond mere talk to avert loss of life. The source cites fear, sacrifice, and the need for effective courage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cure for Catarrbal Deafness Promised by Telede
Muddled text claims a remedy for catarrbal deafness offered by Telede or similar, touting a promised cure and warnings. The garbled article references a famed condition of the ear and suggests a remedy will be delivered, but details and sources remain unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loral
Eppieetines
Wounded Colonel Visits Canada Reports Front Medical Skill
Colonel Co Deere, a French army physician with ninety seven wounds and ten shell fragments, visits Canada. He reflects on medical care at the front and asserts some soldiers can return to service. The piece also touts Miller's Worm Powders as a remedy for children afflicted by worms, urging guardians to treat infections to prevent stunted growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Co Deere
Canada
Wry Country
Cane Sugar Use in Canada Dips Amid Trade Controls
Report notes reduced cane sugar consumption in Canada due to trade measures and public appeals. Information indicates women’s organizations and other bodies pressuring the food controller for conservation. British shipping has declined by 2,7380 tons since the war began, with tonnage over 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
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