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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 08, 1915
Page
2
A fragment discusses crop rotation as a remedy for soil exhaustion. It argues that different crops feed at varying soil depths, preventing nutrient depletion and promoting profits. It warns that monoculture leads to soil sickness and bank overdraft-like failure, urging diverse rotations for regional prosperity.
The article outlines a plan to breed hardy clovers to withstand severe winters, focusing on selecting seeds from individuals surviving a harsh Canada winter. It discusses transmission of traits from parent to progeny, aims to produce a variety with improved hardiness, and notes substantial funds already spent amid wartime economy. It mentions a London Times perspective and an odd interlude about a bicycle and a four per cent grade.
Vie las sion of France found a utopian war is being given consideration The little isanas of St. Pierre, Miquelon and Langlade a short distance of the south coast of New fountland, have formed for two centuries the advance rase for the French cod fishers Yue Grand Banks 2 recent years the prospect of the tiny colony has steadily dim fished, and all possibility of such trial progress for some time to com e as destroyed when the French gov ernment in February last summoned all the bie bodied men 19 the 'rot is considered probable th e earscripts as survive the war will be reluctant to return to a strug gling existence in the colony. Since the usefulness of the fisheries out posts has become slight, it is the opinion of many Newfoundlanders that France will find it to ber ad taltage to turn the islands over 10 land in return for fishing TuGDS in these waters ot
The fragment describes severe pain and varied remedies including lime and powders, then dubious cures such as Cuncure Soap and Ointment. It mentions fake free samples by mail, quotes about a Boston address for Cutiewra, and warns of questionable medical remedies.
Miss Mary Sabourin a tired nervous sufferer for three years credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with restoring sleep and energy. She describes headaches back pains heart palpitations and anxiety ending after starting the pills and iron kidneys tonic.
A garbled recounting references Century Johnston, two princely houses, and the fate of their property under a German state. It hints at an imagined awakening of Germany from a “hapacite trance” and implies consequences for England, with scattered phrases about settlement, nobles, and national state powers.
A Belgian soldier recounts a dramatic moment during bombardment as his brother is injured and a tall, armless officer remains silent. A shell explodes near them and the monarch is unexpectedly identified, illustrating remarkable calm amid trench chaos.
War orders surge in Canada as Scotia Steel and Coal Co receives shells for a year. The Journal of Com notes vast munition demand and related employment impact across the sector, signaling a major wartime industrial effort in the country.
The article notes a near cessation of continental immigration to Canada from Europe after the outbreak of war. Between August 1, 1914, and April 20, 1915, about 1000 continental arrivals occurred as the United States and allied efforts to support farming continued. It states roughly 20,000 people moved to the United States to take up homes, with trade momentum across the Canada-US border ongoing. Officials urge courteous treatment of travelers, clarifying U.S. citizens need not secure passports and that noncitizens traveling for peaceful purposes will not be impeded.
A neutral observer visiting Germany complains Norway resents the Kaiser's praise of Norwegian fjords and visits. The note says German influence in Norway is minimal. It cites a renamed hotel near Holmenkollen, once named for the Emperor, now Victoria Hotel after threats to visitors.
A humorous dialogue contrasts optimism and pessimism in a family discussion about funds for attire, taxis, and events. The father weighs views on whether one son could become a future president, while another son is seen as a potential future vice president, reflecting light political aspirations.
A fragmentary note describes government action funding agricultural input, training, and public outreach. It mentions 13 000 units allocated and a focus on agricultural improvement for public and local governance, with unclear details due to damaged text.
A team of physicists and graduates from the university laboratory work on chemical and physical soil properties. Samples come from experimental plots managed by Professor Bracken with observations on nitrogen, ash and phosphate levels. Four bulletins will publish findings for the province. Saskatoon.
At experimental farm Ottawa area tests find oats and bran best for draught horses mixed 5 parts oats to 2 parts bran fed dry with warm bran mashes five to six pounds per horse on Saturdays. For heavy work reduce bran to one part per five parts oats. Daily ration estimates: 1 to 1.25 pounds of grain mix plus one pound of hay per 100 pounds live weight, with variations for work level. Morning feed ~3/8 of total grain mix and 1/4 grain plus half of hay. water after morning feed and again in evening. Bran is mixed to boost appetite. Saskatchewan and Alberta farmers push dairying with creamery contracts and rising team separator activity. Grain acreage in Canada to rise about 20 59 percent to aid empire food supplies amid crisis. patriotism and production urged.
An advertisement by Baby's Own Tablets claims the product is pro child health, with statements from Mr James C. Slater of Summerville NL praising its effects on sleep and well being. Tablets sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 26 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville.
Petrograd reports Mo Kharlonoff, controller of the treasury, cited higher real savings amid prohibition and reduced wartime outlays. December savings reached 29.1 million roubles, up from 24.0 million in 1913, with 1911 at 84.9 million.
No Brug Monopoly activity reported as of the noted date. Information appears fragmentary and unclear regarding any official actions, events, or entities involved.
An assortment of fragments references Minard's Liniment Co as praised by Mrs C D Prince from Nauwigewauk. The text also mentions lime in agriculture, its use, and a bulletins from the Department of The, plus scattered notes on Hungarian numbers and Hussar etymology.
A Justice of the Peace commends Dr Chase's Ointment as a cure for stubborn sores and wounds. The text claims the ointment heals severe skin issues by forming new skin and finishing the recovery, citing testimonials and the product’s Toronto distributor Bates & Co Limited.
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