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Newspaper
Lawson Post
Location
Lawson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jul 26, 1918
Page
2
The Satire describes German units called Ausbent Commando tasked with stripping fallen soldiers of clothing and equipment. They collect valuables and send booty to rear depots, driven by leather shortages. The piece warns Germans may disguise as French or British to deceive allies.
A remedy marketed to those with indigestion promises to ease misery by improving concentration taste and mood. The promotional copy asserts a course of treatment will prove the pills’ great excellence and recommends them confidently for all they claim to do.
May receipts at Edmonton Alberta stock yards nearly doubled last year.185 cars received versus 88 in the same month last year for cattle calves hogs sheep and horses totals show marked growth. Serge Frank Smith Royal Engineers first British postmaster of Jerusalem notes 40000 inhabitants remain and business improving with a thriving post office.
The article extols installing running water on farms to improve family life and health. It claims bathroom amenities, easier chores, and reduced labor, noting costs range from about 25 to 500 dollars based on well size and system scope. It also cites hardware dealers as help and ends with a plug for a worm exterminator product.
The Canada food board issued an order to curb profiteering in the produce trade. Wholesale dealers may charge at most 10 percent over cost for meats lard cheese butter oleomargarine and eggs sold to wholesale buyers. Holds for salaried buyers and commissions cap at 4 percent over cost. Butter prints bought or cut may add up to 3 percent. Candled eggs incur up to 3 cents per dozen for candling cases and loss. Storage and holding costs may be added after thirty days at public tariff rates plus interest and shrinkage.
The census and Statistics office of the Dominion government reports higher wheat and flax acreage for the year. Wheat needs twenty five percent more land than 1917, oats up ten percent, rye up twenty percent, and flax up fifty percent. Minard's Liniment noted in circulation.
The Old Fogg quotes a Courier remark saying a scientist has located the seat of fear in the brain. The line contrasts human fear with joyful riders who claim they feel no fear.
The Manitoba government supports farmers lacking funds to stock their farms by allowing purchase of two class cattle for feeding over summer and selling in winter. Government pays for the animals and holds a lien note from the farmer at six percent. Since the program began last summer, nearly two thousand prime cattle not previously in the province were readied for slaughter.
A physician attributes winter-induced depression to blood flow shifts from skin to the liver. He praises Dr Hamilton's Pills made from vegetable extracts like Mate flakes and their supposed liver toning and blood cleansing effects, claiming they revive appetite and nerves during cold days.
An Adm. Sir Cecil Barney recounts a Dublin episode before the war where a boastful test of Irish wit backfired on a stall keeper and a later remark about a counterfeit repartee leads to a sharp retort. Also notes a Humorous exchange from Tit-Bits about a cigar and a counterfeit penny joke.
The census and statistics office reports ten year yields per acre from 1908 to 1917. Fall wheat yields averaged 23 bushels per acre in Canada versus 15.6 in the United States to 1916. Spring wheat averaged 19 bushels in Canada versus 13.2 in the U S. Most Canadian wheat comes from the Prairie Provinces Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Wounded airmen returning from France report their squadron shot down 106 enemy aircraft in six weeks and flew multiple sorties daily. They describe high risk, tight teamwork, and bold tactics including dives at 130 mph with ground fire increasing over time.
The ad features testimonials from Mrs Auruan Swarran and Mrs Jonx Locgmart praising Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription. They claim the tonic revived them from nervous weakness insomnia and chronic ailments enabling them to resume daily work and restore health. The copy emphasizes relief from fatigue nervous tension and pains with repeated endorsements.
The Westminster Gazette notes spectators impressed by the soldiers marching through London on Saturday. The contingent’s discipline stands out as they advance with unwavering focus, amid cheering crowds. Many are Irish type recruits from the first draft, drawn from diverse classes in the American ranks.
Local veterinary note reports Minard’s Liniment effective against garget in cows. The brief item highlights the remedy’s claimed success and urges livestock owners to consult product guidance for treatment options.
A mother testifies that Baby's Own Tablets are the best medicine for her children noting they banish constipation and colds. A Quebec writer recalls her baby’s relief and urges ongoing use. The tablets cost 25 cents per box and are sold by Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario through dealers or mail.
Manitoba led western provinces by pledging provincial credit to back cooperative farmers buying cows for Grande ing purposes. About 3500 cows supplied to settlers, with over 3000 applications pending. Payments due in fall 1917 mostly met, indicating solid delivery to thrifty settlers and profitable investment. Winnipeg creamery reports higher milk supplies from districts receiving cows. Alberta similar government aid also successful.
A new striking exhibit at Windsor Street Station showcases the Canrail Pacific Railway’s display of Western Canada’s diverse resources. The collection features minerals, grain, forestry products, fur bearing arrivals, and fruits, with maps and transparencies illustrating forest management and production from field to finished goods.
London Morning Post argues that Russians oppose the German invader and urge Britain and allies to recognize the growing revolt against the enemy of civilization. It states Germans betrayed Russians after the revolution and stresses support for Russia to reclaim freedom and dignity.
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