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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 11, 1918
Page
2
A Berlin journalist recounts a string of political arrests and exile phrases. Names like Herr Rovemeles Nicolai Paasche and Lichnowsky recur as examples of repression. The piece links imperialism, war guilt, and press silencing to a broader era of political risk and upheaval.
The Toronto Globe recalls Fred S. Clements a young British sailor whose three years of service included surviving torpedo attacks on ten ships and a sen sational escape from Zeebrugge. After being captured on a raft he escaped to Dunkirk and returned to duty before dying at sea in a later mission. His funeral drew thousands as subscriptions funded a tombstone at Enfield Cemetery.
Describes disowned former Russian officers, stripped of rank and resources, fleeing through Harbin Vladivostok Yokohama and Vladivostok toward America or Europe. They face pursuit at home while hoping to serve the Allies, facing danger from former troops and Red Guards, as they seek passage through Suez to Italy or France. Many roam Tokyo for interviews with the American attaché, while some are told to wait for interpreter roles or contractors. News notes hundreds in Vladivostok seeking escape and thousands more ready to follow if allowed, yet all live under threat from their own countrymen.
Bruce Lindsay a Canadian miner enlisted in the Canadian army after traveling from Siberia via Anadyr and the Arctic coast. He survived a party of 23 losses to bandit attacks and reached Alaska by the Bering Sea. Lindsay recalls wartime recruitment efforts and reflects on ambition and commitment.
The United States Employment Service weighs reports of farm labor shortages and cites studies showing unskilled workers who only work part of the week. Government experts consider enforcing six day work to free hundreds of thousands for farming and to curb idleness under vagancy laws.
A collection of short anecdotes on machinery care and misread medical orders. A farmer notes tractors need gentle handling in early life to reach full power. A Limerick tale involves a man ordering a coffin for a dying father. An Irish undertaker is surprised. An American army kitchen mixes tea with power into bread by mistake.
The ninth annual report of Canada's Commission of Conservation argues for an international commission to develop water power on the St Lawrence and at Niagara. It warns that private vested interests could hinder progress and highlights power and fuel problems, railway electrification, wildlife conservation, and regional development in Eastern Canada.
From the Minneapolis Tri bune, the piece discusses German leaders and civilians during wartime. It details conscription age, sacrifice, and calls for a victorious peace, noting harsh realities of executions, compensation and the human toll on mothers and families.
Henry P. Davidon chairing a Red Cross meeting in New York spoke after returning from Europe. He warned of serious war conditions and urged continued effort as Americans work to aid allies. Charles M Schwab as shipbuilding director would oversee over 450,000 workers.
Lt Flowerdew of the Canadian Cavalry led a squadron in a special service action described as crucial. He directed a dismounted movement under Lt Harvey, V.C., then personally charged enemy lines with sword in hand. Despite heavy casualties, the position was captured and Harvey’s party reinforced the final breach. Flowerdew was fatally wounded in both thighs yet persisted, his valor cited as the decisive factor.
Berlin press notes quote English prisoners claiming England is starving while German troops seize food, uniforms, and tobacco. The report touts captured goods and a rail network damage as victory evidence amid battle narratives. A stray line from a girl singing about a habit closes the piece.
Parliamentary session reviews a committee report on land settlement for returned soldiers. It calls for practical steps, including taxing unused private lands at favorable rates to curb center ownership, with provinces and the Dominion government to cooperate on a settled, equitable policy to ensure land accessible for settlers near railways.
A fragmented notice warns of new sugar restrictions to conserve fruit preserves for summer. It mentions India Cuba and a goal of 100 08 tons and argues limits will reduce foreign expenditure and support health while safeguarding canning supplies.
A London Spectator writer suggests Kaiser Wilhelm plans to place his relatives and loyalists on thrones in conquered lands. The article lists potential appointees such as a second son and other princes to rule Lithuania Poland Finland Roumania and Albania, reflecting ambitions to mirror Napoleon's system of client monarchs.
A fragmented passage reflects on Ukraine and Germany, pondering moral lessons and the worldwide impact of conflict. The text emphasizes learning from adversity and the fragile nature of international friendship amid war.
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