20 Nov 1914
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Newspaper
Lloydminster Review
Location
Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Nov 20, 1914
Page
1
A fragment recounts a brother's moral shift after learning of German atrocities including a sister losing her hand. The letter details horror and prompts thoughts of revenge as the man grapples with the event and its impact.
The report states that troops under concentration and training have a capable body ready for action at any time. It mentions regimental progress, a test period, and thanks from women of Ab to The Review for a generous gift. Officers listed include Mersereau, Waterfield, Miller, Leeward, Laws, Rowles, and several adjutants.
Fragmentary OCR shows a military roll call with names and units such as Invantry and H Squadron, plus scattered place and person fragments. The legible items include A B Tholland, Palmer, and Miayiou among others, but details are incomplete.
A biographical sketch recalls Capt Laws as the second signatory on the 28th roll formed in 1908 when he served as captain. It notes his reputation as a true soldier and constant support of duty. Lt Rowle of the Mounted Rifles is described as long in military life and recently transferred, with prior service spanning several years.
A Pekin manager secures a key feature for patrons at the popular motion picture venue ahead of Saturday showings. Details on the desempenho and timing remain limited in the readable fragment.
Field Marshal Frederick Sleigh Roberts died in France on Saturday night from pneumonia. He served as colonel-in-chief of Indian troops and led Britain in campaigns from Kandahar to Pretoria. Roberts, a national hero, had advocated compulsory military service in recent years and remained active despite aging. News reached London as details of his life and deeds highlighted his abstemious, disciplined character.
Liberal candidate Hugh J. Montgomery holds a 514 vote majority as Wetaskewin returns come in with 871 for Montgomery and 454 for Watson. Watson loses his deposit as results show a strong Liberal tally with one poll remaining.
Dispatches from London and other capitals report heavy naval fire near Guthland Tetamd in the Haitian Sea, German and Russian fleet actions, and German casualties in the hundreds. Notes mention Dunkirk shells, Antwerp border crossings, and Russian naval actions near Libau as the conflict widens with Allied and Axis engagements across Europe and beyond.
A local soldiers banquet held Tuesday evening in Un Alberti fiat drew about 120 attendees from the Board of Trade and ladies group. Entertainment featured children and naval figures with a decorative setup, while speeches were postponed to a future time.
The second Red Cross shower by the "red Cross ladies" on Saturday the 14th gathered broad support and $41.65 from ten served. Donations included knitted socks, mittens, and warm clothing for soldiers on the front, with contributions from Greenwood and nearby communities.
An ad announces the Lilliputian Opera Company presenting a chosen toy themed play on a September 4 date with tickets available early.
Reports from Berlin and Paris describe a naval encounter between Russian and Turkish forces in the Black Sea. Details are scarce with one Turkish cruiser said to have sustained serious damage and others attempting to withdraw amid ongoing uncertainty.
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