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Newspaper
Davidson Leader
Location
Davidson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Nov 29, 1917
Page
3
Fragmentary text mentions Bale, Dreslere AS CO, Paris, and power related terms. Details are unclear due to corrupted OCR, hindering a coherent event or outcome. The passage references securing liberties and possible offers, but no definite actions or results are discernible.
An unclear excerpt mentions diphtheria and a parish scene with guests and a village audience. Names and specifics are fragmentary, offering little concrete action or outcomes beyond a health scare and social gathering.
Germany losing pirate ships at about four a week since January. Hrntich navy destroyed twice as many German submarines as in the entire previous period. Estimated 1916 losses around 75 submarines. total losses this year below 150. Vancouver World reports a sharp drop in steamers lost due to Hun piracy.
The article extols Canada as a vast land with strong self government and booming potential. It notes British rule, railroad reach, a wide branch banking system, and growing migration from the United States. It highlights ample land for settlers, wheat output potential, and closer Canada United States ties during wartime. Col. Dennis, a key Canadian irrigation expert, is mentioned in relation to agricultural development.
Senator George G. Foster proposes using experimental farms across the Dominion as training stations for returning soldiers to resume agricultural work. The idea gains wide endorsement with plans to accommodate retried soldiers at Ste. Anne de Bellevue and near Ontario colleges. hospitals and other agencies have begun placing men for training.
A Tokyo magazine editor corrected a misprint where 40 000 was printed as 39 000. The proofreader noted the slip, asking how such a mistake could occur and suggesting 39 000 might be closer to the correct amount.
The passage critiques conscientious objectors as bearing the same mental flaws as Germans, accusing them of egotism and self pity while claiming selflessness for others. It also questions belief in nonresistance amid widespread conflict and confusion.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a ship and a night event but lack coherent names, places, or dates to form a factual card with proper entities. Unable to extract a definite headline or summary from the provided fragment.
The piece argues the 24 hour leased wire service from Halifax to Victoria helps unite Canada across vast distances. It notes economic protection themes, western agricultural insight and eastern manufacturing information, praising the scheme for common good of the Dominion and closer ties between regions.
The Hatt Volksblatt describes Provincial Inspector Stertz of Leitskau as having a volatile temper that led to a tragic death. A group of young women and girls, including an eleven year old, faced harsh punishments while transplanting turnips, with the inspector allegedly kicking the girl until she fainted.
Major Robert Middlemiss reports progress of blinded Canadian veterans at St Dunstan's school for the blind. He notes three Canadians blinded in the war, aided by the Canadian Hospitals Commission, training in civil life. Graduates work in Saskatoon paper, as masseurs, stenographers, insurance agents, and more.
A London Times editorial argues there is no room for mediation or compromise in the war against Germany. It states both sides refuse any half measures, insisting on final victory and the destruction of militarist Germany to prevent future conflict.
Alberta land hits a record price as Noble Foundation of Nobleford sells Barons farm land at 90 dollars per acre. The buyer, a local resident, follows last year’s high yields of 53 bushels per acre from 14008 acres, signaling strong land value in the region.
War dispatch from France highlights Canadian troops serving in imperial roles beyond front lines. Officers, sailors, flyers, railway troops, dockmasters, and labor battalions from Canada integrate with British forces, building rail lines, handling stores, and unloading rails and lumber at ports, with leadership roles across multiple theaters.
Winnipeg Grain Exchange notes an unprecedented crop grading with 4 173 care of wheat inspected. Of these 230 care were No 1 hard and 3 029 care were northern. The report marks a record volume of high grade wheat for Winnipeg.
Copenhagen Chewing Tobacco gains popularity for not attracting notice in the mouth. A pinch is placed between lip and gum delivering satisfaction and a cool after taste. Made from ripe leaf tobacco and sold in small grains, only a small amount is needed. It's advertised as economical.
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