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Newspaper
Lawson Post
Location
Lawson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
May 10, 1918
Page
7
Public notice advertising morey orders for sale to individuals and offices. It promotes domestic use and payment services, offering details through a mailed stamp for particulars. The notice mentions Natensl Manufacturing Co as a central entity.
L Homme Libre reports that German long range shells fired at Paris weigh about 200 pounds and are 20 inches long. Each shell carries under twenty pounds of explosive and uses a threaded stopper with a diaphragm creating two unequal pockets linked by two holes. This mechanism explains consecutive explosions and supports the belief that two guns were in use.
A summarizing note on sea power argues that control of the seas is essential to Britain’s empire as Germany risks losing territorial gains without sea dominance. It cites submarine warfare losses and urges steadfast support for naval supremacy, reflecting editorial tone from the London Morning Post.
A vague health claim says tiny dust particles trigger asthma and cause breathing troubles. It asserts Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy brings relief by relaxing passages and restoring normal breathing with many testimonials annually proving its effectiveness.
German wartime writers output grand totals of deaths and prisoners. Karl Bleistein claims German losses on the west front from August 1914 to August 1917 reached 2 604 296, and on the east front 1 484 550. He adds 367 450 killed or captured between August 1917 and January 1918 on both fronts.
Several restaurant operators face heavy fines for violating new Can ada food board regulations on conserving food in public eating places. Officials say the move tightens standards and enforces compliance across establishments.
A Baltimore American page captures a border between work and home as a man confirms his wife relies on him to carry her wash home. The brief exchange sheds light on family duties and daily domestic labor in the era.
An advertising notice touts Dr Electric Oil as a universal remedy for sailors soldiers fishermen lumbermen and outdoor workers. It claims to ease pain dress wounds relieve lumbago and rheumatism and says it should be in every home and travel medicine chest.
The Dominion government offers 700000 trees free to Alberta farmers for windbreaks. Any farmer who prepares ground for planting can obtain them. A windbreak on a prairie farm near buildings is described as a strong investment increasing farm value from four to two thousand dollars with moderate expense.
In Minard's and Take No Other era playful village humor centers on Old Farmer Harkins who buys a barometer to forecast rain. He praises the device to a neighbor drollingly asking what the Lord gave rheumatism for, prompting amused reactions about extravagance.
Bulletin No 16.11 from the British Columbia statistics branch reports the poultry census up to June 15 1917 with hens 48229, chickens 735449, geese 8322, 16 368, turkeys 7432 total 1 368 000. The 1916 total was 839 000.
The Canada food board orders penalties for wilful waste of food or improper storage. Private citizens may complain to municipal authorities if cold storage warehouses or hotels waste food. Violations carry fines from 100 to 180 dollars and possible imprisonment up to three months. local officers prosecute and share fines with municipalities.
An Ohio State Journal editorial asserts unwavering American resolve in World War I. It declares the United States will mobilize vast manpower and persevere until the Kaiser is driven back. The piece emphasizes republic determination and readiness to endure reverses en route to victory.
A Columbus Dispatch report argues Germany misjudged the willpower of French and British soldiers, noting courage grit and righteousness as decisive factors beyond numbers and guns in stopping a difficult drive. It highlights Allied morale and conviction as Germany’s unknown strength.
A soldier returns to his post and finds his partner walking with another man. She explains his daily kindness as he ferries her to the library to see if the narrator is alive.
A fragment suggests vast undiscovered areas in Canada with oil bearing basins. Reports mention large lakes and unknown regions where both Indians and whites are said to lack knowledge, hinting at a major resource under exploration.
Captain James Byford McCudden, aged twenty three, receives the Victoria Cross. His honours include the Distinguished Service Order with bar, Croix de Guerre, Military Cross with bar, and the Military Medal. He has flown over one hundred missions, accounting for fifty four German planes, and completed seventy eight offensive patrols with numerous solo missions.
A New York Tribune feature quotes Clemenceau on finishing strong in war. The piece contrasts costly battles with a steadfast will to prevail, urging continued fighting until victory. It cites a wartime motto about finishing in the last quarter hour and ends with an ad for Mother Graves Worm Exterminator.
A social evening scene features a charming girl teasing a lifelong bachelor about staying single. He recalls a youthful crush and a failed proposal at Jeneth, noting his courage faltered when he asked to marry, only to hear the light rebuke who would have him.
Report from Bei Buffalo Express notes that Japanese and British sailors have landed at Vishivostok and face no Bolshevik danger of being talked to death since most are married men or soon to marry.
The Mercury Times notes Alberta and Saskatchewan towns are rapidly improving their finances after earlier concerns. It credits strict spending controls and careful revenue planning as key to steady progress in cities and towns across the West.
An advertisement extols digestion and blood health, urging use of Dr Williams Pink Pills for stomach trouble. A Toronto user testimonial details long indigestion relief, weight gain, better sleep, and appetite after a dozen boxes, with purchase options via store or mail from The Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
A dialogue shows an officer and recruit discussing a request to break a record and issue a new one titled Keep the Home Fires Burning. The exchange hints at procedural actions within a records office environment.
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