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Newspaper
Grand Forks Sun
Location
Grand Forks, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
8
Report indicates a de facto war exists as U S and Mexican troops clash and diplomatic relations break could trigger open hostilities. European powers seek arbitration to avert further escalation.
Granby’s dividend, now 6 percent, will be increased at the next declaration. The Cascade sawmill ceased operations last week, with most of its ten workers moving to Arrowhead to work for the same company. J H Thompson traveled through en route to Phoenix from a Spokane trip. Strawberries have been shipped from the city to other Boundary areas in the past week. Canadian cartoonist J W Bengough will visit next week. Public and high schools closed for midsummer holidays. Helen Rankin visits her mother Mrs Mader for a few weeks.
A vintage advertisement urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to constipated children. It claims a teaspoonful removes foul waste and sour bile within hours without griping, promising a well playful child. It mentions a 50 cent bottle and full directions for all ages.
The article lists daily minimum and maximum temperatures recorded by the government thermometer at I W Laws ranch. It also notes H C Kerman’s upcoming trip on Monday. Bogland and Dave Oxley of Cholt are mentioned as visiting town this week.
A collection of wry observations on society from chores and class to politics and language. The piece mocks manners from garden fences to the Esperanto founder and notes the government backing rifle clubs while witty lines critique honesty workhouses and fashion.
An advertisement touts Pape's Dianepsin as a fast cure for stomach trouble including sour stomach gases and dyspepsia. It claims relief within five minutes and positions the product as the world’s quickest stomach doctor.
A lyrical lament for Kitchener of Khartoum sung as a tribute by Clinton Scollard. The poem honors his military legacy and calls upon past heroes to match his resolve, evoking the sea, wind, and battlefield imagery.
Advertised as a candy cathartic, Cascarets claim to cleanse and regulate the stomach, remove sour food and foul gases, reduce bile, and purge constipation. A 50 cent box is said to keep the liver and bowels clean and the stomach and head clear for months while you sleep.
A crowd at Liverpool watches two lights above chimney tops and learns British air ships guard the port. Two arrivals spread the news as others react, wary of rumors and possible danger from German intrigue.
A vintage advertisement touts Danderine as the solution for dandruff and strong, glossy hair. It claims one application doubles beauty, dissolves dandruff, and prevents hair loss, urging readers to purchase a 25 cent bottle.
Notice offers a house to let with eight rooms including central heating, cabinet, stoves, carpets, blinds, some furniture, books, tent, poultry and a fine garden crop for a bargain. Phone Ras. The Sun claims value at $1 a year, better than rival $2 papers in the Boundary. The paper asserts it does not rely on gambling schemes to gain or keep subscribers.
Granby mine at Phoenix reports monthly chipping totals to the Grand Forks smelter. Figures show shipments by month, detailing tonnage and destination for the ongoing ore processing program.
Instructions to address mail clearly by regiment, rank, name, unit and posting. Include Regimental number Rank Name Squadron or company Battalion or regiment Staff appointment or department Carnelian Contingent British Expeditionary Force Army Post London England. Do not mention higher formations like brigades or divisions as it delays delivery.
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