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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 06, 1919
Page
7
The report notes varied building activity across Canada with some cities showing permit values higher than any year since 1914 while others saw a 30 to 50 percent drop from prior years. The postwar outlook for 1919 improved after the armistice.
A brief summary notes a forthcoming requirement for licenses on air travel between nations. The report cites an agreement between France and England defining licensing obligations and the expected entry into force. The item references coordination with India and the United Kingdom and mentions joint talks on the matter.
Western Canadian bred horses used by the Army in France earned praise for their service. Major General McRae notes the horses were sold by public auction in London after lengthy wartime use. Heavy draughts averaged $430 with top prices around $700 for a gelding. light horses averaged $250, suggesting higher returns had they sold earlier.
The passage asserts a remedy clears asthma quickly by reaching the inner breathing passages, with continuous use pushing the ailment out. It contrasts effect with inconsistent results, warning there is no middle ground and that repeated treatment yields progressive relief. The text mentions generic brands and a strong, decisive impact on symptoms.
Canadian Wool Growers Limited reports that about seventy percent of last year’s wool sales came from the West, roughly 4.3 million pounds valued at 2.821 million dollars. Albert province accounted for forty seven percent of total revenue, with farmers receiving over 200,000 dollars, as the federation aims to expand Canada’s wool industry. The first year’s results are seen as satisfactory and promising for future development.
A wartime report lists New Zealand casualties at seven thousand nine hundred thirty two with a note that fifteen thousand ed are killed and mentions prisoners. The fragment ends with unclear phrasing regarding prisoners.
The immigration committee unanimously approved a four year ban with exemptions for Canada Mexico Cuba and Newfoundland. Chairman Burnett indicated plans to seek a special to address admissions already in the country and to consider skilled workers in specific professions.
Amid a formal ruling that English be the official language, American and British delegates ignore the decision while other delegations, including Chinese officials, grapple with the language policy at the Paris peace conference.
Classic testimonial style promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a reliable tonic for nerves and blood, claiming global use for over a quarter century. A Ontario reader shares personal success in maintaining health during forest work and travel, urging kept in every home and available by mail from Brockville Ont. Bible references end note.
An old advertisement extols Minard's Liniment as a cure for head colds within a day and for sprains. A Tanganyika dispatch reports a South Sea influenza outbreak killing four hundred natives, including Queen Taibo, with fear causing neglect of the sick by others.
A terse notice reports a resignation linked to illness amid a scattered account of Turkish matters. The fragmentary text references a sentiment issued locally and implies a dismissal tied to wartime or diplomatic events.
In Manitoba a young married settler rose from little capital to a thriving farm. He rented land for cash rent and taxes, bought three mares and farming gear, then started with sheep and a three year contract. The flock grew to about 300 head, with wool and lamb sales yielding substantial profits. He also runs a pig finishing operation and uses careful management to boost income significantly. The story credits personal initiative and prudent use of opportunities in Western Canada.
A physician advocates trying a noninvasive treatment option before agreeing to surgery. The article notes many women have been healed without operation and promises compensation to those who suffer from such ailments to consider trying it first. The message includes a Baltimore address for more information.
The Russian press claims all parties fear a spring or summer withdrawal from Siberia. Prominent men of varied opinions foresee upheaval and disorder as a result of a potential class conflict or war termination, warning of a carnival of danger and rapine ahead.
An energetic program is underway in northern Manitoba as 300 men are unemployed on the river. A large mill is planned to open by May 15 with 230 workers on rotating day and night shifts. The season aims to harvest 16,000,000 feet of lumber along the river.
A concise guide offers simple remedies for chilblains in warm climates noting relief for toes and skin irritation. Cautions against prolonged exposure, emphasizing breathable footwear and keeping feet dry to prevent further irritation.
Mrs Beaudoin followed her father's guidance to seek a lasting remedy for kidney trouble. The article presents her journey to complete relief, detailing the treatment steps and outcomes that restored health and daily function.
A fragmented old paper item discusses catarrhal deafness and a tonic cure named Dodd's Kidney Pills. It quotes Mrs. Arthur Beaudoin praising kidney relief after marriage in 1917 and mentions general support for the pills for various ailments. It also briefly references Holloway's Cyracure and aviation meet chatter, with miscellaneous quotes and ad-like lines.
A historical report notes a hard year for the Saskatche ve Elevator Company with 27,000,261 bushels handled across 298 entry elevators and rail platforms. Fort Arthur terminal opened early year, reaching 400,000 bushels by July with second-half totals pending. A new hospital elevator with 6,000 bushel capacity nears completion for use this month. The era closes with a Beecher quote on life and effort.
An old advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as effective for neuralgia, nerve pain, bruises, aches, sore muscles, rheumatism, neuritis, and sciatica. It urges keeping a large bottle at home for family use and claims availability at druggists everywhere.
A brief item notes Buenos Aires marked the Kaiser’s birthday with schools closing in homage to the author of the Lusitania crime, prompting questions about why the city would honor him and calling it a blot on the capital.
Fragmentary OCR text references distressing results and unclear events. It mentions rumors, possible encounters, and character mentions, but lacks coherent names, places, or dates to establish a concrete news item or outcome.
In Vorarlberg near the Austrian frontier, petitions urge a union with Switzerland. In the first 20 towns and villages, 90 to 98 percent signed, with the petitions sent to the Swiss government and the peace conference.
A brief item notes Liziment by Minard claims distemper cures. The text also jokes that many men fail to appreciate a woman until she refuses marriage.
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