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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 06, 1916
Page
6
An eyewitness account describes a three day bombardment and infantry assault in which at least a million men were engaged. 26 400 prisoners were taken as German trenches collapsed under shell fire and French waves rushed the line. Holloway's Corn Cure is advertised at the end.
The piece argues Harper's Weekly supports keeping out of war if possible while upholding government principles defending humanity. It laments nations bleeding for America’s benefit and warns of bitter reflection if Germany succeeds and impulse to arm for intervention had altered Balkan, Turkish, and German outcomes.
The article notes Minard's Liniment as a cure for diphtheria while reporting on plans to prevent extinction of British peerages when the sole male heir dies. It explains special remainder allowing the nearest male relatives to inherit titles, with at least 200 heirs in the army and navy and many already lost.
Excerpt shows a character questioning trust in a husband with a brief exchange about faithfulness. The lines imply tension and possible marital strain, with one speaker indicating resignation or acceptance of the situation.
A 1914 foreign secretary reply to Sir Arthur Markham states Britain’s wartime stance rests on alliances with Japan France and Russia. It calls for peace terms meeting ministerial conditions and national resolve, linking Belgian recovery French security and Dutch rights with the defeat of Prussian dominance.
Mrs G Morgan of Huntsville Ontario lauds Baby's Own Tablets for easing her baby's colic and constipation. The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario sells the tablets 25 cents a box by dealers or mail order.
The article notes that dairy profitability rises for farmers near manufacturing towns with large labor markets, while remote farms struggle with small prices. It recommends shipping butter to a first class family groceries dealer in a large town, biweekly, to ensure freshness and avoid middlemen.
In infantile complaints from stomach and intestinal worms Miller's Worm Powders are advertised as an effective remedy. The product claims to attack the worm cause, expel them from the organs, and restore orderly body function for healthy growth and strength.
The Calgary Herald notes the great war makes distant affairs personally felt in Canada and signals a shift from parochial to imperial concern as nations' events gain daily relevance.
The franking privilege has been extended to the war purchasing commission and the military hospital commission. Letters on official commissions will pass free of postage.
Wall Street Journal editor Clarence W Barron reports from Europe on Germany and Austria exhausting their reserves and forced to import food while civilians suffer bread shortages. Allies gain strength as Anglo-French loan signals growing U S backing. Barron says Germany’s backbone lies in North America.
A historical viewpoint argues that Allied sea dominance under Britain safeguards neutral commerce, and the United States should avoid threatening language while urging Britain to respect neutral trade. It contends that halting German militarism through continued blockade justifies preserving neutral trade rights with Britain’s cooperation. It warns against any US move seen as betraying allies during a critical wartime moment.
Reports claim torpedoes and weapons may be controlled by wireless but unproven. A motor car demonstration by a well known company at the Indiana state fair showed remote start from headquarters five miles away. The car ran for forty five seconds before the magneto cut out. Start cycles were repeated every five minutes.
Mrs OToole protests a kitchen table boast and insists washing and ironing are finished. She counters that hanging shingles is not bragging and implies shared household tasks. The exchange underscores pride and gender norms in daily labor.
Farmers face tariff and mortgage barriers delaying land entry and costs of money while grain producers seek expert guidance. The Saskatchewan council of agriculture and commerce aims to cooperate with farmers on high risk margins to foster full success and practical support.
The King sanctions the return to naval service of Commander Sir Charles Cust, his closest confidant and long time equerry for twenty three years. Cust has served as the monarch's companion from the era as Duke of York to Prince of Wales and Sovereign, and shipmate in the Britannia cadet days.
Authorities announce that a number of Canadian officers will be brought home from the front to serve in instructional roles. The permanent force unit on garrison duty in Canada may send half its officers non commissioned officers and men to the firing line.
A playful wit, known as the lucky chap, is described as the man who always fishes on days when others should have gone to be there for the bite. The remark highlights his knack for being present when fish are biting.
An unsigned testimonial from Chatham Ontario extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for nervous disorders and general breakdown in women. The narrator describes personal relief and a sister’s improvement after using two bottles, suggesting strong efficacy for restoring womanly health.
A World War I era correspondent cites German losses on the Russian front from late September through early October. Daily casualty lists show thousands killed wounded or missing, with Prussia bearing the largest share and some regiments nearly wiped out. The piece notes substantial front-line strain and strict suppression of full casualty tallies in German papers.
Frank J. Cheney, senior partner at Cheney & Co., swears an oath in Toledo on December 4, 1886, that the firm will pay $100 for every catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The notice promotes internal use and blood mucous action, with testimonials and sales through Druggists and Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The text claims the Russian State bank vaults store the world’s largest gold hoard, about $850,000. It notes Russians typically travel the Beestan empire in cold without coin, relying on paper currency while Britain and Canada use cheques, which are rare in Russia.
Agricultural and commercial interests across the Canadian West join forces at a meeting with representatives from Canadian Credit Men, Manufacturers' Association, board of trade, industrial bureau, terminal elevators, grain dealers, CPR, and several colleges. A 40 member central committee is planned with 20 members from each bloc to gather information and draft action resolutions. Ten members will outline the committee plan with R G Henders, R McKenzie, James Maharg, J B Musseliman, and J A Speakman named as agricultural appointees. Henry Detchen serves as secretary pro tem.
Neglect lets asthma gain a strong foothold harming bronchia passages. Dr Kelloges Asthma Remedy is daily curing long standing cases. Years of suffering might have been prevented if used at the first sign. Do not neglect asthma use this preparation at once.
Naval expert Mr. A. H. Pollen discusses moni tor defense in bombardments of the Belgian coast and signals progress in British ship design. He suggests double hulls to render ships mine and torpedo proof and hints at floating forts enabling landing moves against German forces in Belgium.
A curious exchange hinges on a claim that Minard's Liniment cures distemper while a social quarrel shifts to a domestic grievance about meals and pay. The dialogue reveals a blunt, witty contrast between remedy claims and daily duties with a hint of financial strain.
In a conversational vignette, Dinah and her sister discuss Dinah’s life with her new husband. Dinah confirms affectionate treatment and quick learning by the husband, noting no need for discipline beyond a single firm correction. The dialogue highlights neighborly pride in their household harmony.
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