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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 05, 1917
Page
3
A letter notes a hoped Irish regimental council could settle the Irish question within hours, highlighting deep nationalist Ulster tensions. It recalls shared Irish identity as a unifying bond against contention and mentions a desire to recruit from the other side if home forces fail. It adds a note that after the war women in France will gain municipal voting rights.
The Statist notes CPR volume was high but 1916 was trying with car shortages rising costs and scarce labor. It cites improvements in train and road statistics, expects 1917 net earnings to rise and continued growth. A medical passage promotes Parlee's Vegetable Pills as effective purgatives and cleansers.
A fragmentary line describes Jones as odd and unfitted, suggesting a humorous or critical portrayal within a longer text. The excerpt hints at character observations but lacks a full context or clear incident. Further readable context is needed to define the event or outcome.
In Pleasant Bay CB Harlin Fulton notes Minard's Liniment is the sole liniment asked for at his store drawing strong local use. The piece implies widespread use and mentions worm powders, youth vitality, and various ailments linked to worms and digestion. A courtroom quip about a juror and attorney appears in the text.
The piece contrasts German cries for peace with actions described as barbaric, accusing Germany of murdering children and dishonoring women to destroy civilization. It argues the German spirit is a pursuit of conquest and barbarity, threatening France and broader civilization unless humanity fights back.
Arthur Henderson estimated seven thousand men called to arms, noting casualties may exceed the UK population of 45.37 million from the 1911 census. He argued no immediate peace prospects, citing Germany’s 1914 challenge, imperial lust for world dominance, and continued Allied resolve to liberate Europe.
Port Hawkesbury resident William Duff, long serving on council and school board, extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as his cure after four years of illness. He recounts severe heart palpitations, weakness, and nervous symptoms that improved after starting the pills, urging others to obtain them from dealers or by mail at Brockville Ontario.
A distressed speaker laments bankruptcy forcing choice between his touring car or limousine, with the sheriff present bearing proof of debt for thirteen gallons of gasoline. The scene centers on imminent seizure to settle the claim.
A Cincinnati inventor promotes Freezone as a quick at home treatment that dries and shrivels corns and calluses. A few drops on the affected area allegedly relieves soreness and allows removal of the corn with fingers. If store druggists lack Freezone, customers are urged to ask their wholesaler for a small bottle.
Dr. Lyman Abbott argues that American social action must match its ideals and defend the inalienable rights of life liberty and the pursuit of happiness against European oppression. The piece questions whether social justice is a real conviction or mere talk. Also mentions Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as a child friendly product.
Fragment discusses a German retreat labeled strategic and plans a coup de main misfired as enemy superior numbers force a cautious withdrawal. An exchange contrasts prearranged staff plans with the reality of advancing into third line trenches and warns about misreadings.
Appleford Counter Check Book Company, Ltd of Hamilton Canada offers counter check books triplicate and carbon leaf forms, waxed papers and wrappers, and custom printing. They tout high paper costs but claim modern facilities keep prices reasonable with large and small orders welcome. They list offices in Toronto Montreal Winnipeg Vancouver and urge samples and direct orders.
A fragmentary debate about imperial policy and dominion relations, referencing Sir Robert Borden and postwar Commonwealth ambitions. The text notes Britain’s knowledge of dominion resources and asks if imperial interests will persist after the war, highlighting a desire for renewed unity and effort across the empire.
A fragmentary wire note from the Washington Star quotes Conte expressing sympathy and regret that few of his fellows understand as much as he does. The unclear text mentions Egyptian liniment and a reference to Briggins, with the scene set as a somber, reflective moment about knowledge among colleagues.
A fragmented wartime note from Sapper A. Wartey of the Canadian Engineers surfaces with a mailing address for Dr Cassels tablets. The piece includes a promotional snippet offering a free tablet sample upon receipt of stamps, directed to Harold Ritchie & Co. in Toronto. The text also mentions Dr Cassell's Co. Ltd. in Manchester as proprietors.
A distressed ad offers a $100 reward for a medical cure claim. The fragment mentions a local site or person but is garbled. It references Brugge and an address 756, with uncertain wording about science and an alleged ability to cure a condition.
A Woodstock Sentinel-Review note argues compulsory service and compulsory education are not disgraceful. It states that conscription does not force every soldier to serve and compares mandatory schooling to lawful obligations, urging acceptance of compulsory duties.
Dead or Alive scene unfolds as Jackson Johnson explodes with a roar. Murphy, wiping mud from his face with a respirator, questions Leo Clancy in a tense exchange. Clancy mutters about death and calls Murphy a liar, while Mrs Chuggins notes her husband’s absence and the car’s stubborn start attempts.
An unclear note asks when Horatius held a bridge event but yields no identifiable person or date. The fragment mentions no reliable names or locations and references years with no concrete details, leaving the inquiry unresolved.
A writer in the American Magazine extols dry walling as a pure masonry art built from the ground up with interlocked stones and no mortar. It honors New England heritage, Puritan spirit, and master masons who crafted enduring stone fences in Burnham Hills and Crewsbury, noting this craft is fading but remains a beautiful, honest tradition.
The Moose Jaw Ranchers Fair and Livestock Show is set for mid month with shows of livestock, grain, horses, dogs, flowers, bronco riding and fireworks. Ad Day of Medicine Hat leads planning under The Western Canada Fair Association with rail fares arranged and ample visitor accommodations to ensure a premier event.
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