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Newspaper
Foam Lake Chronicle
Location
Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
9
Ottawa passes an order in council broadening free patent and residence rules for fallen or serving homesteaders from Canadian expeditionary forces and British allied troops. It waives duties on estates of those killed on active service and relaxes residence requirements for wartime service with allied forces.
The article recalls Britain and the British Isles enduring repeated famines from medieval times to modern conflicts. It notes wartime shortages, recalls notable hunger events, and describes government campaigns to prepare and sustain the population during crises. The piece links historical famines to the current war and urges national resilience.
In a New York letter Gaston Alphaud claims the German embassy keeps a census of Americans of German origin to levy a wartime tax. He notes a 10 percent levy on wages, with hundreds of millions in francs raised, plus pressure tactics by Dr Dernburg and Count von Hertstor.
The article notes many seekers for Lang parties of farmers arriving daily in Canadian lands, with several farm deals recorded. A recent arrival from Washington claims faith in the country through fortase and bin commie tune, tied to acquaintances from Idaho involved in land in Southern Ab case.
The article argues that dividing the Balkan peninsula by local national ties is impractical as localities may align with different nations. It notes exceptions where Mulger areas could join Muh and Greek areas could join Uireece, but such cases are rare. It cites the Buch afest Treaty as disregarding nationality in general.
A New York Tribune interview with a British official discusses war’s wide impact including delayed changes in wanted policy. The official notes space for pension and separation allowances, wage shifts from 14 shillings 6 pence to about 27 shillings weekly, and a shift back to simpler living as families adjust to front line realities.
A historic ad-like passage urges relief from indigestion through Dr Williams Pink Pills. It claims severe pain and fear of eating, promises renewed appetite and pain relief, and cites Mr W H Silver of Hemford NB as a cured case after months of use. Pills offered at 64 cents each or six for $2.50 via Brockville Ontario.
In Butterworth, Cape Province, residents presented Admiral Jellicoe with a silver broom two feet six inches long inscribed for keeping the North Sea open for British trade. The label read as usual. Jellicoe replied that the navy’s hope is to maintain command of the sea so British trade may flow as canal.
An unclear OCR fragment cites a person claiming a cure and religious or constitutional themes. The text mentions earth, faith, and “Cat-Cure” ideas with a focus on offite the ety peels and building up ne inet. No clear event or identifiable subjects emerge.
An engineering journal warns tin reserves are inadequate to meet current demands and may become scarce without new sources. Bolivia is cited as the sole promising long term supply, while substitutes like aluminum and steel gain importance for future use.
Sir George E. Foster, Canada’s trade minister, writes to the Saskatoon board of trade outlining steps to encourage flax cultivation for fibre. He cites high labor costs in processing fibre and notes mechanical methods could reduce labor, with experimental plans in the west and farmer participation for small acreage trials with reasonable returns.
A German official confronts Mr. Schwab about producing war ammunition for Germany. Schwab confirms manufacturing and notes the delivery will proceed, prompting questions about the end users and plans for the material.
A series of letters extols Grape Nuts for appetite and digestion. A 67 year old grandmother credits four teaspoonfuls with breakfast for dinner hunger and strength, a sick grandson recovers after starting on Grape Nuts, and readers note Postum’s presence in Canada with the Road Wellville feature.
In Landes France drifted sands once barren and marshy were planted with Maritime pine beginning in 1788. The resulting forests stabilized dunes, provided resid timber and paving blocks, aiding mines and industry in Britain and France while agriculture declined in the area.
An inch of rainfall equates to about 603 barrels of 45 gallons and weighs over 112 tons. The text imagines the farmer’s challenge of distributing such water across land using tanks. It notes light clouds, widespread moisture, and the vast, heavy task of rainfall distribution and its effects on farming.
A Scottish sergeant firmly clings to destiny in battle despite doubt from comrades. During a stroll a corporal mocks the idea, prompting a revolver joke. The sergeant replies he knows his time may come but wants to face a German with his last day near.
A humorous misprint in last night’s report swaps empire gown for ampere and comments on the lecturer’s quip about unity. The piece notes a small man at the back and ponders the hall’s steps while reflecting on the saying united we stand divided we fall.
A New York lawyer recounts a case in Massachusetts where witnesses clash with the judge over instructions. A German immigrant remarks on gross income while socks from England reveal a mysterious line of bold handwriting blessing the wearer.
Fragmented dialogue shows a family exchange about pudding and a pun on stock exchange as a place to swap money for experience. lacks coherent news event or identifiable subjects.
Eleven years ago Mrs OntLa Baaviey of Winnipeg Manitoba suffered a tumor deemed inoperable at Victoria Hospital Montreal. After returning home she read an advertisement and credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with saving her life. She urges women to seek health with the product.
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