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Newspaper
Davidson Leader
Location
Davidson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Sep 19, 1918
Page
3
A fragment recalls Mrs. Alfred Ryan of Montreal in 1917 seeking two cakes of Cuticura Soap and three boxes of Cuticura Ointment after trying a free sample. The note mentions a promotional mail card from Cuticura and gives an August 10, 1917 date.
On New Year’s Eve 1916 in Berlin a Scottish prisoner sang Rule Britannia in his cell inspiring prisoners to cheer. Dr Beland, the jail surgeon, noted the baritone’s clear accent and the crowd’s response as officials opened an investigation with no concrete findings yet.
An estimated 6000 men from Guernsey serve in the forces amid a population of 45000. The Guernsey battalion has acquitted itself admirably in early Cambrai actions. The King, described as proud of the islanders, notes their long tradition of royal charters granting privileges.
A fragment notes pearls prized as straw property when unworn. Experts call it a form of starvation as the pearls recover when not worn. Madame Thiers forbade removing them from their case, preserving their containment.
A wartime era note explains converting cane sugar to invert sugar by a simple chemical change. The syrup is about 30 percent sweeter by weight, with 10 pounds of sugar needing 4½ pints water and tartaric acid for the syrup. It preserves sugar value weight for weight but cannot be bought dry.
A late 19th century ad claims low spirits stem from stomach and liver disorders. It promotes Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as a cheap, simple, lasting remedy that revive digestion, benefit nerves, and restore spirits.
Canada presses ahead with a 60000 dollar shipbuilding program. The Imperial Munitions Board contracts free up berths as twenty ships are under Marine Department contracts. Three freighters of 10500 tons each to be laid down by November 1 in Halifax. Contracts span seven new vessels totaling 28650 tons. Companies include Davis, Welland, Port Arthur and the Comm...
A warning issued by Col Churchill to editors across the United States cautions against letters from American prisoners of war in German camps. The notes urge recipients to publish only letters that state prisoners are well treated, content, and fed, reflecting censorship rules from the military intelligence branch.
Partial readable note mentions emergency repairs at a hotel referenced by maton and a detective in Gait. Details are sparse but indicate urgent maintenance needs and possible official involvement. No clear dates or full identities present.
The text describes Allied naval strength and cooperation in European waters, praising Admiral Sims for coordinating U S and British efforts. It notes American bases, shipyards, and planes aiding destroyers and patrol boats near France, and cites risks faced by pilots using frail Nieuport 28 aircraft, including the death of Major Lutherry. The piece ends with a question about when American machines will join the fight.
The campaign presents Mother Graves as promoting a worm exterminator claimed to calm fretful infants by clearing the stomach and intestines and restoring health.
The article traces the origins of Russian socialism and the Bolshevik split. It notes Plekanov as the founder of the Russian Social Democratic party, Lenin’s drive for a centralized party, and the resulting division into factions. It mentions exile, Switzerland, and the czarist context shaping revolutionary aims.
A fragmented report notes protests and shooting incidents connected to a dispute over grave robbing or desecration. It mentions indignant crowds and growing anger as authorities review the events.
The ad argues modern nerves suffer from fatigue and mood disorders and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood builder and nerve restorer. It claims the pills restore energy, improve memory, appetite, and vitality, and offers purchase by mail or at dealers from The Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
Recent cables describe the whippet as a smaller, fast Allied tank with caterpillar treads and a turret armed with multiple machine guns. It is mounted on a flatcar body and can reach about 12 miles per hour, designed to break up enemy infantry and pursue fast through battlefields. Also noted are warnings about worm infestations harming children and Miller's Worm Powders advertised as a remedy.
A voyage tale describes a gea captain visiting Ireland and noting grapes of Spanish origin introduced there. The narrative weaves in references to cargo, ships, and Spanish explorers, hinting at cross cultural exchange and mistaken identities in grape varieties.
A peculiar OCR fragment hints at a sports or event scene with a score and player note. Names and places are unclear, leaving the main action and outcome ambiguous.
The article discusses Mexico’s oil lands decree and its impact on foreign interests, noting American and British protests and a diplomatic push to modify the order. It highlights the strategic importance of Tampico and Gulf coast oil, with 1912 production around 16.7 million barrels and rising.
Report notes large orders for glycerine from United States for Allied governments. Estimates place exports to Canada and other allies around 20 million pounds, with total shipments for war needs reaching substantial volumes over upcoming months. A Washington conference discussed expanding supply and pricing.
A flyer touts Freezone as a cheap remedy to remove corns and calluses. A few drops on a tender corn allegedly relieves soreness, dries the root, and lets the corn be lifted away with fingers. The ad urges asking a druggist to order a bottle if unavailable locally.
A fragment notes a sombrero style hat associated with Van Engas and worn by the British, provoking commentary on American interpretive fashion and cross cultural attire.
Fragmentary report claims Minard’s Liniment cures burns and other ailments. The article references debates on war length and opinions by figures such as Kitchener, noting claims of its efficacy and limits. The text is garbled with incomplete phrases and uncertain details.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at military strain and leadership challenges amid limited details. The item mentions an army context with unclear names and events, suggesting a terse report on tension without full specifics.
Italian hotel owners discharge all crime related staff, and purge Swiss employees with German names. Trade papers push crusade against foreigners in the hotel industry.
The Turkish Empire is called the Por or Sublime Porte derived from porta Latin for gate. The gate phrase signified the palace area in Constantinople where authorities administered arrivals seeking entry.
A fragment touching on military service and defense themes with uncertain references. It reflects on boys in Europe and home protection, noting blame and comparisons, but lacks clear events, entities, or dates.
Fragmented text shows a stray plea about a remedy for fatigue with garbled phrases and scattered letters. Mentions of possible names and places are unreadable, producing a cryptic, filler-like note with no clear context or outcome.
A visitor recalls a silent era of early humans and their stone implements. The account describes people, landscapes, and archaeological finds, including edged stones, cores, and a renowned whetstone, with debate over the age and origin of hominid activity and tools.
The text presents fragmented OCR with unclear names and places. Readable items remain sparse and do not form a complete event or report. No identifiable actions, dates, or organizations can be confirmed from the fragment.
A garbled passage hints at a debate over a European pair and their notable actions. The fragment mentions a catcher and an interpreter, with references to pride in a pair associated with a voyage or exploration. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a messy note mentioning works of a corporation, stairs, and processes in making yoda saccharide and sarbole acid, with references to Washington and Valeri and American operations. No coherent event or facts emerge.
Report notes about land productivity and distribution in a United area. Mentions large tracts exceeding 77000 acres and relation to riverfront areas. Indicates regional land use patterns and potential agricultural output.
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