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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 01, 1918
Page
3
The British ministry urged the imperial munitions board to raise Canada’s 18 pounder shrapnel shell production to 220000 per week at the earliest date. Plants are being rebuilt and new units equipped to meet urgent British needs, with workers pledging to maintain and exceed delivery goals.
Emperor William is shown aiding two unconscious British soldiers on May 28 during a retreat up Mont Hiver. The German leader orders medical aid, bandaging, and hospital transfer while urging mercy toward the wounded, expressing Christian duty even amid war.
The Lethbridge Herald calls for Quebec to embrace a new spirit during wartime. It hopes returning soldiers will gain broader perspective through camaraderie with other provinces and veterans of France, fostering national unity and ending provincial rifts.
The ad extols Dr Thomas Electric Oil as the most effective remedy for pain. It claims the rubbing hand dispels pain and that thousands attest to its success in treating many ailments.
In May this year three settlers entered Manitoba and Saskatchewan through Western Canada. The count is a touch lower than last May, but the value of effects brought by settlers is more than double the previous year, indicating more bona fide farmers coming in.
Captain F. R. Desjardin of the Storke at St Andre Kamouraska endorses Minard's Liniment, stating it serves his vessel and family for everyday ills and accidents, and he would not voyage without it even at a dollar a bottle.
Surgeons attached to entente armies restore fighting strength by rapid antiseptic treatment and surgery. The front line collaboration with rear hospitals speeds care, reduces infections, and returns wounded to duty quickly, with improved survival and fewer crippling injuries.
A new Calgary, Alberta based company for breeding and trading in live stock is incorporated with capital of 2,000,000 dollars, divided into 20,000 shares of 100 dollars each. The land is in the vicinity of Calgary.
A brief Buffalo Express quip notes the eldest boarder vows the lodging will remain peaceful and undisturbed by the table groaning in the dining room.
Premier Hughes in London defends Australia's liberty and war resolve. He argues Australia must hold or control New Guinea and nearby islands, framing it as a Monroe doctrine for the Pacific. He condemns pacifist elements aiding German propaganda and emphasizes decisive action to protect England and Australian liberty. A second item notes Mother Graves Worm Exterminator claims to safely drive worms from the system.
Canada emerges as a premier holiday haven as war and travel costs push Canadians to vacation at home. Wages have risen to 18 25 dollars weekly, enabling families to visit relatives and explore Canadian resorts, lakes, coasts, and the Rockies, boosting CPR and other rail and shipping lines.
The Wilmar local of the Saskatchewan Grain Growers' Association has urged closing all poolrooms and bowling alleys during the war period to conserve resources and maintain morale.
A report to the Department of Trade and Commerce shows Hawaii turned to Canada for coal after Japan Australia and the United States Could not ship due to shortages in 1917. About 30 000 tons were purchased from Pacific Coast coal firms at high prices and nearly all island coal now comes from Canadian origin.
A patent remedy promotes Parmelee’s Vegetable Pills as a safe option for women living restricted lives. It claims to correct digestive irregularities, ease stomach and liver derangements, and restore health and vigor with mild, soothing action suitable for delicate women.
Gary Indiana Post editorial highlights caution in using delicate tone shading. Chicago Tribune commentary notes writers must read proof to master nuance.
Two San Francisco men debate military service with fear of being drafted. Lowel resists fighting while Jim cautions that Uncle Sam can compel presence where battles occur and force personal judgment.
In its first year the Manitoba Farm Loans Association recorded 1,366,500 dollars in loans. Today the association is lending about 150,000 dollars monthly to Manitoba farmers, boosting production across the province.
Mothers are urged to use Baby's Own Tablets as a mild laxative that clears constipation indigestion worms colds fevers and minor illnesses in children. A Quebec mother praises their quick relief for constipation. Sold by dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
In a drive for membership the Saskatchewan Grain Growers' Association reports adding 10 000 names to its rolls since the year began.
The piece debunks a circulating claim in army circles that estates of deceased soldiers are charged for burial blankets. It states no such practice exists and condemns the rumor as unfounded, noting inquiries show it has gained credence only at home among relatives of Canadian soldiers.
In a Missouri town a country editor retires having amassed a fortune of 50.62 dollars. His successor attributes the gain to steady industry thrift and consistent effort to give full value, noting the editor also benefited from the death of an uncle who left him 49 999.50 dollars.
The article estimates Europe has suffered meat animal losses since the war that equal about half of the United States total holdings in similar animals. It notes the global impact on livestock and farm assets amid the conflict.
Public notice touts a $1000 reward for constipation cures with Dr Hamilton's Pills Mandrake and Butternut. The ad claims three day relief and money back if unsuccessful, urging customers to buy the yellow boxed 25c product from dealers.
Officials of the military service council stated today that the registration card is not sufficient for a man of military age. He must carry other documents such as marriage license and passport, as called for under the May 22 order. When proper documents are hard to obtain, prima facie evidence will be accepted to show ineligibility or exemption.
The new Alberta canning plant at Edmonton begins operations with an initial daily output of about 500 cases and forty eight one pound tins. It will process pike mullet pickers and whitefish from local lakes.
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