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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
6
An advertisement extols Nerviline as a cure for aching backs and sore joints. It claims deep penetration and rapid pain subduing power, with exaggerated assurances of safety and decades of success, urging readers to buy the large family bottle from local dealers.
The article explains how weeds rob crops of light air and nutrients and urges prompt identification by the Dominion Agricultural Department. It lists common field weeds such as quack grass Canada thistle and morning glory and says regular cultivation and mowing help, with alfalfa and pasture relief when infestation is severe.
The Red Cross and Canadian Medical Service support over 25 000 names on the casualty list and run medical units across France England Belgium and the Mediterranean. Canada has supplied 4320 beds 1264 officers nurses and orderlies with 6935 total personnel in the field. Canadian hospitals cover wounded from advanced stations to field hospitals convalescent care and specialized facilities including eye and ear and shell shock units. The network maintains care through Bearwood Park Bromley and Busby Park estates and St Dunstan's for blinded soldiers. Over 10 000 Canadian patients were in English hospitals in late June with ongoing visits and relief efforts. Workers are urged to continue producing socks shirts pajamas gowns and comfort bags while limiting surgical pads cow wipes and roller bandages.
A report recalls German tactics in East Africa with 4000 Europeans and 40000 natives armed with poison dipped arrows. It notes British action against the cruiser Koenigsberg and praises British prowess over German trickery in warfare.
An elderly man named Uncle Jacob walks the village street in his Sunday best. Neighbors greet him as he declares he is celebrating his golden wedding anniversary and acknowledges his wife’s long partnership. The fragment hints at community chatter and a proud family milestone.
Advice on handling poultry parasites and pests. Warns about grafting and parasites in birds, urges careful treatment, insecticides, and diligent care to protect poultry health and business. Emphasizes consent and legality in grafting and stresses monitoring young birds for infestations.
A Brisk Front dispatch reports a large number of Prussian prisoners from the shattered Guards division. Survivors describe scattered retreats, loss of maps, and fear as artillery and infantry overwhelmed their forces near Valenciennes, with many left pondering the war’s end.
The London Telegraph argues Britain must drop old units and switch to the metric system. It calls the change essential to remove insular hindrances to trade and align with Paris recommendations for global clarity and efficiency.
A speaker warns against imposing heavier tariffs on imports stating that continued protectionism will harm the source of wealth the country relies on. The metaphor warns that overtaxing the imports could ruin the economic "golden egg" and reduce overall revenue.
A read through a fragment shows two seniors discussing future plans. One contemplates joining a reputable organization. the other humorously claims a future as a town cryer, reflecting local colloquial chatter. The exchange hints at expectations and community roles.
A fragmented guide from a New York State Department bulletin outlines typhoid prevention through door screening and fly protection, thorough washing of fruits and vegetables, and hand hygiene before meals. It warns about typhoid inoculation before travel and notes Miller's Worm Powders as a safe remedy for worms in infants, suggesting better sleep after use.
A fragmentary essay argues that self knowledge is elusive and that true progress comes from active effort. It contrasts a reflective farmer who reads and ponders with a booster who acts immediately, suggesting action yields power and success beyond mere contemplation.
Captain Fr Desjardin of St Andre Kamour Sehr testifies to the value of Minard's Liniment for ship and family use. He says it handles everyday ills and accidents and would not voyage without it even at a dollar a bottle.
Germany and its allies face a manpower disadvantage as the war drags on, hoping for a military decision while the home front questions a peace they call a mere truce. The outside world watches for signs of revolution or a change in the Holenzollern ruling dynasty.
The Buston Transcript ponders naming a fresh red hue from Germany. It questions whether terms like Deutschland Lusitania or Arabic scarlet would suit the shade or provoke comment.
A column discusses patient methods for teaching children to swim, favoring gradual exposure from shallow to deeper water. The piece shifts to a historical survey around Arish, Egypt, touching ancient names, battles, Napoleon era actions, and inscriptions, ending with a travel note about a corn cure.
The Highbyer crew received $1 prize money for sinking the Ger cruiser Raise helm der Grosse after signaling surrender. 509 crew saved, cargo of 3238 barrels of herrings seized, half cargo confiscated as lawful prize. Sir Samuel Evans also deemed 600 tons of rice a prize of war aboard four Scandinavian steamers bound for Germany.
The article notes the Warrior as England's first ironclad battleship and describes the French La Glorie, completed just before 1860, provoking wide curiosity. It mentions Lord Windsor, the Prince Consort, and the Prince of Wales comparing drawings and images in period publications.
A British aeronaut warns that Lieut Busk’s death was a severe loss to aeronautics as he supported stability theory by testing a heavy aircraft. He describes Busk as an intrepid pilot who demonstrated inherent stability by allowing a weighty craft to nose down and recover, validating the calculations. A ram from Oklahoma Agricultural College is noted with lineage and weight data for Laramie ram at 243 pounds prior to shearing.
The volume publishes imperial and Canadian statutes with the latest amendments and resolutions from both Houses. It notes increases in senator numbers and extensions of Parliament life, and includes the Business War Tax Act and provincial measures restricting liquor sales and use.
A discussion on returning soldiers emphasizes that national issues affect every citizen and calls for greater attention to veterans. The article highlights patriotism and shared responsibility, noting diverse public interest in supporting those who served. A contrasting note mentions English miners earning over two dollars daily, marking a rare wage level.
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