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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 08, 1915
Page
6
A wartime romance ends in marriage between a blind sergeant and the daughter of a landowner. The couple wed after the bride’s father finally relents, accepting a “dowry” embodied by the soldier’s noble wound and steadfast love. Also notes a British airship redesign combining rigid and nonrigid features for easier transport.
The piece argues that infantry must use digging tools and mines rather than relying on rifles, noting eight months of combat taught British troops to advance by organized positions and to strike with mine attacks under enemy trenches.
A lively remark from Branni gan asks if the boy’s portrait has been captured. The father replies no, stating they attempted to have a photo but were advised to visit a movin picture studio after an hour of work.
Miss Genevieve Bastarache of Kent County New Brunswick reports a kidney disease cure after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. She suffered fatigue headaches and rheumatic backache before relief came within two boxes, describing it as a long step toward recovery.
Rancher R Randolph Bruce urges that war effects will push beef prices far higher than wheat, with cattle producers set to earn more than wheat farmers. Do minion livestock official H S Arkeil confirms unprecedented cattle and meat prices, predicting further gains as the war’s impact widens, offering Western Canadian farmers a strong chance to capture European markets.
At Givenchy a private nicknamed Tommy, with a clay pipe in his mouth, forced his way through a house fortified by eight Germans. He faced four combats, earned four lives for his unit, and captured the remaining captors without releasing his pipe. A neighbor’s widow recalls Mr X dead, a vulgar but generous man.
At a busy Edinburgh corner an Aberdeen policeman asked the fire brigade “Far east?” thinking it a direction. They tore off east, found no fire, and returned to ask again. No follow up on the Heilan’ man’s fate is noted.
A prison visitor and the chaplain discuss whether thieves have honor, concluding that thieves are no different from others. A teacher clarifies tense usage with a pun about money and pretense as a student, Mary, responds wryly.
Agricultural note explains two key soil additives lime and gypsum. Lime raises pH, loosens clay, supports bacteria and humus formation. gypsum neutralizes black alkali, adds calcium, and aids alfalfa fields. Recommendations include applying lime or ground limestone to heavy soils and gypsum to rejuvenate older alfalfa stands, with specified application ranges.
William Marconi claims an invention allows a person beside a brick wall to look through the partition and observe what is on the other side as if unobstructed. He says vision is clear near the wall but blurs with distance and that potential misuse has delayed public disclosure.
Mrs F Warger of Ingersoll Ontario recommends Baby's Own Tablets as a mother's best friend and says she has used them for eight years. The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario sells the tablets 25 cents a box by mail or through medicine dealers.
The article surveys fish variety, mainly bream and chub, in the Sea of Galilee and notes a new canning plant near Capernaum. It traces historic fishing methods from nets to hooks, mentions ancient Egyptian fishing wealth, and contrasts ancient rules with later fly fishing adoption.
A Western city chief bookkeeper testifies that after two years of drinking Postum instead of tea or coffee his stomach trouble and nervous blues faded. He credits Postum with restoring his health and recommends it to others with long work hours. The ad notes two forms Postum Cereal and instant Postum, sold by grocers, with the slogan There's a Reason.
The Union government praised for its support in the campaign against German Southwest Africa. GeneraI Botha told troops that capturing Windhoek is vital to the empire and the Union of South Africa. Dispossession removes bad influence and ensures peaceful development under British dominion with Botha as head. Toronto Mail and Empire.
A letter from Alfred Rochayv, proprietor of Roxtor Pond Hotel and Livery Stables, endorses Minard's Liniment as the best medicine for both family and stable use after years of experience. He expresses strong satisfaction with the product.
A judge questions a witness and a lively exchange about truth and talk after noon follows. A philosopher notes history repeating itself as a restless general mentions ordering repeaters from an arms factory. An advertisement promotes Miller's Worm Powders claiming to clear worms and restore organs.
A five week Massachusetts study fed six cows on hay bran and cottonseed meal plus 4.3 pounds daily of either cornmeal or beet pulp. Cows on beet pulp gained 37 pounds, those on cornmeal lost 33 pounds with little milk change. Digestible matter per 100 pounds milk differed slightly.
At a railway station a bandbee in a try-your-strength machine breaks down and pays no refund. An hour later the machine remains out of order. Sandy McTavish is found dead with the machine lying across his chest. The porter discovers the body dawn after the incident.
Quote contrasts ancient ruler William the Conqueror with a modern figure described as William the Murderer. The Journal of Commerce presents a stark comparison highlighting a violent legacy in contemporary history.
The piece frames Italy's mistrust of Germany after betrayals over Belgium and promises at Vienna. It links Rome's inability to confront Berlin to Italy’s violated pledges and the broader impact of German strategic mistakes, referencing the Lusitania sinking and Allied force dynamics.
Mrs McKellar of Hamilton reports years of broken down nervous system with twitching and sleeplessness cured by Dr Chase's Nerve Food. She credits renewed vigor and steady sleep, noting others inquiry after her success. Each bottle costs 60 cents, four for $2.50 at dealers.
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