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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 24, 1919
Page
6
The Western viewpoint argues long-standing East West tensions over CPR costs land grants and resource development. It contends the West pays higher freight rates and taxes while East benefits from resources and policy, delaying Western resource development and increasing Western reliance on imports.
The West resents Eastern control over federal policy and tariff effects on Western producers. It condemns perceived Eastern selfishness and the constant Ontario Quebec quarrel that stalls national growth. The piece argues West success at provincial tasks contrasts with federal obstacles and promises forthcoming steps to reconcile East West differences to sustain Canada’s progress.
Archduke Friederich and all Austrian archdukes and families are expelled from Austrian territory. A special train with republican guards transported the archducal party to Switzerland. Swiss reaction is cool as rationing continues.
The text warns that development is retarded and prosperity checked it casts doubt on the future and even endangers the permanence of the confederation.
London reports that Winston Churchill sent a telegram in his name promising relief and homeward return for troops in northern Russia at the earliest moment. A relief force has been provisionally selected, with lectures on the Russian situation. The Mail notes volunteers from the army and an appeal to demobilized men may follow, as two anxious months loom.
An official Esthonian army statement reports advances into Russian territory after Bolsheviki defeats. On April 6 Esthonian forces crossed the Narova river south of Narva, took seven villages and 200 prisoners, then stormed Gdov on Lake Peipus, capturing 300 men and substantial war material.
A brief testimonial for Baby's Own Tablets as a reliable laxative and remedy for constipation, colic, colds, and fevers in infants. Mrs. Saluste Pelle tier of St. Damas des Aulnaies, Que., endorses using them regularly, noting they are the best medicine for little ones. Sold by medicine dealers or mail order at 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co.
Berlin reports that Prussian officers suffered heavy front losses. A Lokal Anzeiger staff officer cites official casualty lists showing 32 454 active front officers killed wounded or missing out of 34 250 and more than 4 330 000 soldiers killed wounded or missing out of 10 178 000 who fought at the front. He notes officers attacked with their men and that losses were heavier early in the war but declined later as officers were spared for general staff work.
The steamer Amherst carries the first group of explorers bound for Ungava to Clarke City on the north shore. From Clarke City the party will push inland to the Ungava area for development work.
A historical note records the final wolf in Wales being killed on Cader Idris in the year 1768, marking the end of the native wolf population in the region.
A rich asphalt deposit has been discovered in the Philippines located so near the water that no inland transportation is necessary. The find suggests easy access for export and potential large-scale exploitation, attracting attention from local authorities and industry observers.
Mrs Stinson Port Haney B C credits relief to Dr Chase s Nerve Food after nervous exhaustion and looming paralysis. Rev G H Findlay corroborates facts while Ernest Page Killarney Lake Alta praises the cure. Certification by Lieger E Roy J P Chauvin Alta notes two box cure cost 2 75.
Victoria B C reports eight steamers sold to the French government from a flotilla built on the Columbian coast for the Imperial Munitions Board. The vessels include War Yukon War Nootka War Songhee War Puget War Selkirk War Cariboo War Comox and War Masset. War Suquash finished and left for its maiden voyage to the United Kingdom.
An advertisement touts Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator as the best medicine to expel worms and promote child health, claiming that without worm removal no child can be healthy.
Marshal Foch sends messages praising Australian soldiers for endurance boldness and initiative. He credits them as shock troops who, with British American and French allies, stopped a 1918 enemy rush and drove it back, expressing lasting gratitude and admiration.
The Clark Milling company of Minneapolis plans to convert a former mineral plant in St. Boniface into an up to date flour mill with a 1250 barrel daily capacity. They will seek permission to operate a spur track owned by the Greater Winnipeg Water District, a likely approval.
The Chinese government plans an aerial transport and mail service and has named General Tinge, head of the Peking Suiyuan railway, as director of the new air service.
The large Doukhobor settlement at Cowley, west of Lethbridge, Alberta, is bargaining for additional land to expand the colony.
Tokyo dispatch reports six battalions of Japanese troops are being sent to Korea to suppress disturbances spreading, according to a Nippu Jiji cablegram received in Honolulu.
After ten years of asthma, Dr. J D Kellogg's remedy is hailed as the sole relief for one grateful user and among many. The product is described as the market's recognized cure with never failing effectiveness. It is claimed to be the greatest asthma specific within reach of suffering humanity.
More than 400 experienced farm laborers are needed at once, according to J. A. Bowman of the Department of Agriculture. Farmers will work on the land in Manitoba this week in advanced districts, reports indicate the soil is ready for operations.
A dated advertisement promotes Putnam's Corn Extractor as a safe, painless cure for corn relief. It features a husband attempting to "assassinate" a corn with a razor, halted by his wife and promoting the product at 25 cents.
An American paper reports a Saskatchewan tale of two girls who sought permission to rake a farmer s stubble field from sunrise to sunset. They gathered a sizeable wheat pile, thrashing yielded about 315 dollars worth, and later another pair collected 150 bushels from 160 acres.
Report from Helsingfors says 2000 prisoners of war returned to Germany and Austria were trained for Bolshevist propaganda. The report also states 5000 POWs have been enrolled in the Red Army.
The text extols Miller's Worm Powders as preventing worm related ailments in children. It claims high child mortality due to worms and says the powder sustains strength, helping children resist illness and “keep it” through life.
The civil servants of Alberta have organized under the name Civil Servants Association of Alberta, uniting workers across departments into a single body for representation and common welfare.
A treeless farm may raise crops but lacks beauty. the author urges planting shade trees near every house to enhance surroundings and comfort.
Disturbance of the stomach and liver precedes fevers and ague. Parmelee's Vegetable Pills are claimed to abate fever and subdue the ague in a few days. Many suffer these disturbances and this remedy is presented as a relief.
A child defines dew with a tall tale saying the Earth spins 365 times in a day and moves so fast it sweats, the sweat becoming dew. The humorous remark reflects a playful misreading of astronomical facts.
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