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Newspaper
Lemberg Star
Location
Lemberg, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Aug 09, 1918
Page
3
In a South African tale two brothers dispute a farm division. They appeal to President Kruger who orders the elder to propose a fair split and then grants the younger brother first pick. The decision is praised as masterly and simple.
Advertisement touts Catarrhozone as a non drug remedy for catarrh bronchitis and throat trouble. It claims instant relief and thorough cure with an inhaler priced at 50 cents and a sample 25 cents available from dealers.
The article stresses pure seed as crucial for high yields and warns that weedy seed can ruin crops. It highlights a pamphlet from Ottawa's seed Branch titled Cleaning Seed, outlining needed implements and cleaning methods for grain and grass seed. A Publicen Publications Branch letter can obtain the pamphlet free.
A quirky exchange shows Mrs Staren pressing magistrate for tasting soup while the magistrate jokes the chicken provides an alibi. The remark underscores a humorous legal scene in a failing-alibi context.
Major General S C Mewburn spoke to a women’s conference at Ottawa. He said Canadian forces in France totaled 140,600 with four divisions at strength, but January draws showed minimal available forces, prompting immediate new drafts. He cited slow but steady passage of the military service act and pledged furloughs for first contingents’ married men.
It is estimated Alberta will see an average of fifteen to twenty percent more acreage available for seeding this spring than last year. With favorable summer fallow and conditions, authorities expect at least twenty percent more grain production in Alberta this year than in 1917.
An ad for Dr J D Kellogg's asthma remedy urges early use to prevent asthma from becoming chronic. It emphasizes waiting worsens attacks and promises to save hours of suffering.
The London Daily Chronicle notes Russia’s disintegration reshapes war, arguing America cannot yet strike effectively and Britain and France must bear the brunt. It calls for increased enlistments, stronger training reserves, and realistic odds against a now re-energized adversary.
Advert says Hall's Catarrh Cure is a constitutional remedy that cures catarrh by blood action. It claims testimonials and offers one hundred dollars reward if the cure fails, with Toledo Ohio listed as the company location.
The British ministry reports growing food shortages in Europe with drastic cuts in rations likely by month end. Fats and bacon supplies are tight and imports must rise. Italy faces the sharpest need as its people endure bread and sugar rations and meat restrictions.
A sergeant in the C E P notes German attempts to fraternize with British troops near Ypres last week. Small groups approached in No Man's Land signaling for talks but the British opened fire when trust could not be assured. The writer doubts spontaneity and cites possible German deception.
The London Daily Chronicle quotes leaders urging civilians to endure hardships with fortitude and patience. They warn that wavering now would leave posterity a legacy of shame, not honor, and affirm that loyal civilian efforts contribute to victory alongside the soldiers.
A testimonial from Mrs. S. P. Mowlton of St Stephen NB praises Baby's Own Tablets as a mild effective laxative for babies. The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont sells the 25 cent box by dealers or mail order.
Use of automobiles keeps growing with farmers leading the surge. In the first six weeks of this year five thousand licenses issued in Saskatchewan, about one thousand five hundred more than the same period last year.
A brief testimonial from T. G. McMullen praising Kinse Liniment after its use on a jammed finger. He reports the finger healed well by the next day and signs the note with his name.
The London Morning Test accuses Germany of violating international law and humanity, contrasting Britain’s century of peaceful seas with German alleged murder and piracy. It argues Germany seeks control of the seas while Britain defends free navigation and maritime safety.
A Vancouver Dispatch recounts General Penn strolling past a recruit seated on an empty box and smoking. The recruit claimed to stand at attention, but did not notice officers. The general gently corrected him noting senior rank deserves alertness.
A writer explains a mishap where the publisher delivered the full manuscript to the author’s home just as they faced a coal shortage. The anecdote blends professional and domestic pressures affecting work.
Fragmentary OCR text questions heating details or options. Readable parts imply a request for current heating information or service status without clear specifics or identifiable names.
A Ottawa produced Agriculture Canada pamphlet titled Feeding and Housing at Swine is being distributed free. It features three Canadian authorities G K Day on boar selection and young pig management K S Areid on affordable pig pens with diagrams and dimensions and G B Rothwell on a cheap portable hog cabin with illustrations and specs.
Hokils says Hokis-Ser is eminently fitted for service. Vokus asks how, and Hokils recalls he once served as stage manager for an amateur dramatic club.
An Ottawa militia notice confirms that married non commissioned officers and men of the First Canadian Division will return home on three month furlough. They must report back to duty. no extension or delay is allowed if the matter was kept quiet for military reasons. Reinforcements now available make the rest possible after long hard service.
A reader notes Minard's Liniment cures dandruff. The piece then discusses the trade advantages of rolled oats and oatmeal in mixed breads, listing ease of availability, high water absorption, low cost, and superior nutritive value.
Advertisement claims Parmelee's Vegetable Pills cure low mood and melancholy by restoring stomach action and aiding torpid liver. It asserts the pills have helped thousands and will continue to relieve the suffering for those who use them.
The Toronto Globe notes that more than a quarter of Royal Flying Corps personnel are Canadians. The piece calls this a source of pride that Canadian manhood is well represented in the adventurous and hazardous air service.
In Winnipeg Manitoba the Manitoba Soil Products Exhibition showcased the province's youth. The boys and girls classes drew many entries and prizes were awarded for best sheaves of grain judged by size knot tying straw quality kernel and shape.
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