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Newspaper
Grenfell Sun
Location
Grenfell, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 06, 1917
Page
3
Lord Lansdowne Urges End to World War With Peace Move
The article outlines Lord Lansdowne's support for a government effort to end the war. It notes his Pacifist leanings and calls for a revision of allied actions to secure peace. It references his roles in government and his stance on international diplomacy and authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Lansdowne
Lanedee
Stromely
Laredeenes
Asquith
Lord Seliebery
Mr. Balfour
Lodial
Canada
Etter
Lamileoe
Scandinavian Kings Confer After Mourning Visit
A damaged fragment describes King Haakon of Norway and King Gestae of Sweden meeting a minister to discuss mournful times. The scene notes a lengthy conferral and a response from a visiting monarch, reflecting solemn regional concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haakon
Norway
Gestae
Sweden
Hastoe
Canadian nursing shortage prompts overseas recruitment appeal
The department states that Canada still faces a large need for nurses and continues to receive daily letters from qualified candidates offering services abroad. A wartime policy inquiry asks whether to employ these nurses locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruili- Fia
Canada
Battle reports near Fontaine Alieth amid heavy German barrage
The British frontline faced a massive German barrage as the 119th Princess division and Scottish Guards pressed toward La Folie Wood. After initial light resistance, a fierce machine gun hail swept the village area, with Guardsmen advancing through bomb-swept ground though suffering increasing casualties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
119Th
Prinssten
Ovren
la Folie Wood
Submarine Events Stir New York Readers
A New York audience heard J. Holder speak on submarine spectacle and purpose. An admiralty note says further facts must come from official channels, as Allied efforts reveal thirty nine German submarines sunk or captured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
T. B. Moller
Com
Armba Jrank
J. Holder
Hobler
Admiralty
Fragmentary War Chronicle Excerpt From Blockade Era
A damaged text fragment references a Russian figure once ousted for opposing the party line and discusses blockade tensions with the United States and Britain. It mentions possible ceasefire shifts, potential allied relations, and Russia’s status in wartime supply. The piece preserves names and terms in a cryptic, period-voice style.
British War Office Chief Describes Palestine Front
Major General Maurice, chief director of operations, says British and French forces face a crisis on the Palestine front. He notes French troops are scarce, Turkish reserves are strong, and the front is shielded by deep trenches and triple wire lines. Maurice says no British position in Carnielow is of greatest service to advance against Cerieaas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ecrtsie Io
Mauricr
War Office
Maurice Seld
Associated Press
Inalliam
Jerusalem
Palestine
Itali Coblure
Aseerican
Wastage of Forces in Early Month Reports
A government tally records wastage by units during the first fifteen days of the month. It details discharges to Esta Ade and Canada for various roles, with heavy daily casualties and numerous transfers to command, England, and other formations. The total wastage includes artillery, railway, and forestry battalions, with ongoing losses and reassignments across forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oftawa
Comnda
Totel
Idurth
Exvi
PLAN NEW ELEVATOR Port Acthar Ont The Wan Co operative
A fragmented OCR item notes plans for a new elevator project in Port Acthar Ontario by the Wan Co operative. Details are incomplete but suggest capital structures or partnership steps and construction intent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acthar
Ont
Wan Co-operative Company
Pital
Moravian Morality Notes on Faith and Commitment
Fragmented religious text discusses Moravian themes, biblical figures, and lessons on faith. It references Moses and Christ, water imagery, and vows of devotion tied to church instruction and personal conduct. The piece reflects sermon-like exegesis and moral exhortation.
Enemy advance blocked as Italian forces grow confident
A wartime dispatch notes that German lines faced pressure while Italian defense gains confidence. A mixed military view cites disrupted enemy communications and strengthened Allied resistance affecting the enemy’s ability to maneuver.
Relentless Pressure on Western Front Amid Italy and Cambrai Actions
Allied officials report persistent German pressure in Italy and a bold British thrust at Cambrai. The six month period marks a significant shift with tactical methods and daring operations yielding substantial territorial gains for the British and French lines as the war continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Beewe
Candbesi
Italy
Terra
Cenete Cambrai
British offensive drive at Cambrai signals winter on Western Front
Reports from observers abroad foresee relentless winter operations by British and French across the Western Front after Cambrai. American divisional leaders return from France as Eyre’s forces execute encircling moves while the coast pressure grows, and submarine activity rises along the threatened section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cambrai
Tours
France
Flanders
Kambrai
Eyre
Hritivir
Pene Vy
Ooore
Russian Admiral Resigns Amid Unclear Reasons
ARear Admiral Verder resigns from his post citing unspecified reasons amid confusion in the naval command. The unusual statement hints at internal issues affecting leadership and operations within the fleet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verder
Safeguard Shipping Pushes Merchant Seamen into Naval Reserve
The plan calls for merchant ship crews to be shifted into the navy reserve for protection. Officials expect about 1500 merchant officers and seamen to join the naval service to safeguard routes to South American zones. Regulations will adjust defense needs to support this mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glen
Germans Surrender in London Area East Africa Tale
German force under Col. Tafel consisting of 12 officers and 3400 men surrendered after moving south from the Mabepee area toward Verance. The unit sheltered eastward to avoid British occupation of Newals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
London
Apr
East
Afrw
German Destroyer Lost in Baltic Sea Action
An Imperial German destroyer was sunk after a torpedo strike, with only two crew members saved. The incident, reported by a telegram dispatch, mentions heavy damage near Weetheppellr in Hol land and notes the loss of most of the crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deen
Zeekomer
Weetheppellr
Holland
Sed
Copenhagen Chewing Tobacco Popularity Explanation
The note describes Copenhagen chewing tobacco as gaining popularity because it is not chewed but placed as a pinch between the lower gum and lip. It mentions a mild, cool aftertaste and a pheasant, ripe lead to become an unclear phrase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
Becen
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