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Newspaper
Liberty Press
Location
Liberty, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Sep 21, 1916
Page
2
A historical notice discusses rising wheat costs and its impact on families and recent immigrants. It notes prices reaching levels around four dollars per barrel and warns of broader hardship as bread becomes scarce for many households. The piece laments reduced purchasing power and the strain on workers and farmers while suggesting substitute foods.
A fragments discussion on land value taxation and its comparison with other tax principles. It notes growing support for taxing land value increments and references concerns about equity and economic gain. The text cites a 19th or early 20th century academic debate with mentions of policy schools and monetary worth.
A damaged OCR passage describes Cardinal Mercier as a focal point in Brussels amid German occupation, with calls for resistance and deliverance. It mentions authorities, political figures, and the crisis of leadership as the world watches.
Cheap paper raincoats folded to fit a pocket are described as a handy emergency option when storms hit and waterproof options are unavailable. The article notes reinforced cloth mesh and care can extend wear, while also mentioning a medical ad for Dr. Thomas' nerve pain relief and a brief aside about a toothache remedy.
The article argues that restricted food rations in Germany and other war zones improve public health by reducing excess eating and liquor consumption. It notes with cautious acceptance that famine teaches endurance and may bolster overall well being amid deprivation despite suffering.
An old circus keeper recalls a leopard breaking loose during dinner hour, causing chaos as the animal prowled the town. The incident left the crew scrambling to regain control and protect bystanders while readers wonder about the outcome.
An anguished report decries German aggression in Belgium as Brussels braces for further punitive acts. It accuses German forces of burning harvests, seizing cattle, conscripting civilians, and violating conventions to provoke rebellion and prolong occupation. The piece warns that Belgian suffering continues and that the Germans are driven by both anger and strategy.
A fragment discusses the fate of old machines and automobiles. It notes that cars average two to five years of life and questions whether junked machines have value beyond scrap metal. The piece hints at unanswered piano problems and broader industrial waste.
An advertisement extols Meale’s Vegetable Pills as palatable and gentle on the stomach for those repulsed by pills. The copy notes their agreeable taste and lack of aftertaste. It also mentions William Dean Howells and a remark about refined writing and a personal farewell line in a casual aside.
A brief letter from a Kentucky reader describes enduring female weakness that left her unable to work and in distress. She details how she found relief and strength through a remedy that aided her recovery.
A fragmentary clipping mentions an officer tutorial scene where a private dismissively talks back after being served whisky and smoking a cigar until interrupted by the officer. It also references Verdun casualties and prisoners, then shifts to an endorsement for Minard's Liniment with a testimonial from David Henderson of Belleisle State, New Brunswick.
A curious note on psychological effects of artillery describes birds and horses in war zones. Observations reference Switzerland and regions of France and Belgium affected by hostilities. The eerie linkage suggests wildlife responses amid distant fighting.
The article reports on public sentiment about the war, noting a speaker who says the war effort needs clear explanation to the public. It records two soldiers visiting and explaining motives, while readers in newspapers show mixed knowledge and lingering uncertainty amid ongoing military tests and political agitation.
A laconic report references Gar gentin river and a railroad location near Trunkeyville. The garbled text mentions Breiet Report ett and Loveman, with scattered quotes about music and relief conversations amid scattered names and places.
An old era advertisement notes winter drains energy and suggests Dr Hamilton's Pills made from Man Drake and Termat improve liver function and blood flow. It claims increased appetite and vitality, with a 25 box price and seasonal relief during cold days.
In fall the season presents advantages for painting despite lingering moisture in walls and surface dampness. The article notes oil-based paints cure slowly when air remains humid and water-filled pores hinder drying, yet a cooler, drier autumn can still suit exterior work.
Paris dispatch salutes Lord Kitchener as a national hero and military organizer whose death marks a grave opened since the war began. He is praised for leadership and the troops he trained, whose spirit will accompany allied forces to victory.
The Pasteur Institute of Paris reportedly found milk possesses stimulant qualities surpassing alcohol in fatigue recovery and sensory clarity with no after effects. The discovery challenges prior beliefs about milk, suggesting strong stimulant potential and signaling wider interest in its applications.
The United States Geological Survey reports a Welaka Florida well on the St. Johns River yielding two waters. Drilled to 100 feet produced sulphur water then at greater depth found a salty brine vein. An imperforate tube and outer casing with dual pumps let both waters flow concurrently.
A controversial Pew style advisory urges men to avoid pleasing wives and shirk family duties. It mocks women as insensible, warns against entertaining, and urges neglect of housework and communication, reflecting harsh gender norms.
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