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Newspaper
Landis Record
Location
Landis, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Apr 11, 1918
Page
4
Officials urge the public to avoid hoarding food during wartime shortages. They argue hoarding harms others, raises prices, wastes scarce supplies, and burdens the poor. Public opinion and patriotic duty should curb such behavior as railway disruptions compound distribution difficulties.
The article describes American stevedores conscripted to French ports to unload incoming steamers. It notes their cheerfulness captivates locals, mentions brass bands supporting quick dock work, and humor about bridging the Atlantic and becoming Frenchmen for life.
Readable fragments indicate a claim that Pennsylvania faced losses of about 40 million dollars from insect pests in 1917. The text mentions J. G. ders as a state economist and references figures or tables, though the passage is garbled and incomplete.
The Cologne Gazette argues Germany seeks a solid wedge across Africa from sea to sea to create a German economic area and a connected colonial empire in East Africa. It notes England’s dominating claims and says Germany must win Europe battles to force a future realignment of Africa.
Saskatchewan's traveling library system, begun three years ago, runs 160 branches serving isolated communities. Boxes of about fifty books travel from Regina headquarters to rural boards, prioritizing local demand with English or American authors as chosen by each community.
The article quotes Count Reventlow praising Danish political activity and noting a German minister in Copenhagen stirring interest. It claims Denmark serves as a conduit for naval operations, with plans to extend submarine warfare by involving Scandinavian states to threaten British shipping.
A garbled snippet discusses a place with high salaries for little work, leaving unclear who is speaking and the exact context. The incomplete text hints at American themes but provides no identifiable facts or names.
The article urges better home ventilation to reduce heating costs and improve health. It cites common faults and offers rules from Mr Hardie, such as opening upstairs windows to vent warm air, using transoms and upper sash movement, and circulating air from lower to upper levels while avoiding pushing air from outside to inside.
The piece argues Germany has resisted economic pressure better than opponents expected, with food and material production improving over time. It notes ongoing quarterly losses, looming bankruptcy in men money and materials, and credits the Allied blockade of neutral ports as a major blow to Germany's economic war effort.
The article urges conservation of textiles due to scarce supplies and war demand. It notes wholesalers and manufacturers face tight wool linen and cotton, while retail stock appears ample. Households should salvage and reuse fabrics, remanufacture garments, and donate unsused materials to aid relief efforts.
The text cites Gladstone's 1870 concerns over Alsace Lorraine and his push for a neutral powers protest against its coercive transfer. It notes his diary records failure to sway colleagues and predicts such deeds would be a reproach to Europe. A New York Times letter is referenced as the source.
Canadian government orders remove duties for livestock and small tractors for a year starting February 1918. Meat cattle imported by bona fide residents and motor tractors under 1400 dollars value are allowed free entry with remission of duty under ministerial regulations.
Fragmentary text appears to ponder a word puzzle or cipher about letters and sequence. It references writerly musings and a playful query on handling a whiteboard style sequence.
A historical contemplation argues airships will shift from war assets to essential commercial transport and communications. It notes speed surpassing trains, routes over water and land, and potential mail and express shipments with safety comparable to rail. Civil uses like prospecting and exploration are seen as expanding as knowledge grows.
The Allsopp's brewery directors met in London amid war strain and rising profits. The chairman reported profits of £31,835 for 1916, with 1917 outlook higher, reflecting a lean period despite wartime challenges and public pressures.
A brief column notes women learning to operate tractors and gas engines, highlighting hands on classes and practical skills development for rural workers.
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