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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 29, 1917
Page
6
The piece urges farmers to boost output per acre and per cow and to delay slaughter of calves for at least a month to maximize meat and leather value. It warns that war-related culling has reduced cattle stocks, likely causing milk and beef shortages for years.
The article urges men with sedentary lives to take Larmelee’s Vegetable Pills to regulate the stomach and liver. It notes inactivity harms digestion and recommends keeping a packet at hand for daily use.
A New York Tribune editorial argues that food profiteers must be removed to protect national war efforts. It contends that war supporters will demand elimination as a minimum act of self defense and that government must grant it to sustain the war enterprise.
Ottawa Journal Press notes Count von Reventlow’s March article, censored in Germany, arguing that true freedom of the seas means German control of maritime bases and Belgian coastline. He calls a naval foothold essential to dominate the seas during war and to deny Allied access.
A farmer argues that western Canadian farm lands, long neglected by urban advertising, can yield profits with prices from ten to thirty dollars per acre. he urges increased production of grain livestock butter poultry and eggs to restore prosperity on farms and rural lands.
The snake or vapor from Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy is claimed to drive asthma away promptly. It eradicates the cause and offers relief based on long study and careful experimentation. The maker asserts it was withheld from public view until confident in its effectiveness.
The piece quotes a prime ministerial address urging total effort and unity in a life and death war. It emphasizes not underrating the enemy, declaring victory uncertain but achievable with united strength across ranks and classes, and stresses the prize of freedom against militarism.
The ad explains nervous ailments stem from stomach troubles and blood quality. Dr Williams Pink Pills replenish blood and aid digestion, offering a tonic effect to nerves. Available at dealers or by mail for 50 cents per box, six for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
President Wilson praised drafted men in Washington and this public recognition mirrors the plan to select high physical type men for overseas service in Canada under the military service act. The aim is to raise 100 reinforcements to support Canadians at the front with official recognition for their deserts.
The government provides free medical treatment by a military medical officer for soldiers with recurrent disabilities from army service. If hospital care is needed the soldier can be reattested and kept on pay until fit. The military hospital commission clarifies that discharged soldiers cannot claim civilian doctors or hospitals for government payment and will not cover unauthorized bills.
Cincinnati authority touts freezone as a cheap instant remedy for corns and calluses. A few drops applied to tender skin stop soreness, loosen the corn or callus, and allow painless removal root and all. A small bottle costs little at drug stores and is said not to irritate surrounding skin.
The Ottawa department of agriculture released Pamphlet No. 22 on feeding and housing swine to maximize pork production. It covers breeding care across ages and seasons, advocates affordable piggery designs, and notes brood sows can thrive in a simple board hog cabin. Stay aware of expert guidance by G. E. Day E. S. Archibald and G. B. Rothwell.
The Birmingham Age Herald remarks on a couple married ten years, praising the wife's attentive deference when her husband shares opinions. The comment highlights traditional domestic roles and lasting partnership.
Practical Food Control reports hotels and restaurants adopting meatless Tuesday and wheatless Wednesday. Since October no wheat in French pastries at major City hotels including the Biveine, Manhattan, and Ansonia, with rye and chestnut flours substituted. Sugar portions in-room tea or coffee rose to three to five pieces. icing on pastries eliminated. Hotel supply firms note meatless Tuesday reduced tonnage by 12 000 to 14 000 pounds versus August averages.
Gunner Arthur Guy Empl y of the British Army offers advice for Americans in England and France on how to fit in. He warns against discussing the war money or American superiority and suggests tea as a neutral social bridge to ease awkward moments.
Dr Bruce Taylor of Queen's University told a Philadelphia conference that Canada is handing the torch to the United States. He called the war a crusade and urged full American effort, noting heavy losses of Canadian college men who were sent to fill gaps but served to stem the German rush.
Patient testimonials credit Minard's Liniment with curing lumbago headaches and sensitive lungs. Statements attribute relief to Rev. WM. Brown and Mrs. S Kaulback and Mrs. S Masters. These brief endorsements reflect common patent medicine advertising of the era.
The New York Times notes grain crops are small and neutrals cannot supply needed food. Navy unrest stems from hunger, prompting strikes in coal mines. Reports warn of shortages in munitions metals, rubber, and cotton for explosives, with U.S. aiming to curb exports to deny Germany materials.
A London Daily Mail reflection notes England’s sacrifice shown in church and chapel memorials, with long lists of those who gave all for a noble cause, and questions who knows of these lists beyond England.
The Dutch agriculture ministry declares the bread ration of 2,800 grammes per person will cover eleven days after September 2. Earlier issuances limited the period to seven days, then nine days, with ongoing scarcity prompting the further reduction.
An 19th century advertisement for Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator claims children can be relieved quickly from worm distress with a simple effective remedy. The copy emphasizes rapid relief and strong action to combat parasitic worms.
Dr. Fred Burnham of Winnipeg arrives in London from the Balkans where he has directed Serbian hospitals since the war’s early days. He received the Order of Saint Sava from the Crown Prince and now returns to Canada to raise funds to build and staff Canadian hospitals in Serbia.
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