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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 08, 1900
Page
2
A letter argues that municipalities waste funds on flawed road work while railways receive subsidies. It proposes government appoint a qualified surveyor to mark levels and guide towns, plus a movable gravel tramway plant to reach distant rural areas, outlining a cost effective solution for better highways.
The article surveys a potential canal from Lake of the Woods to Lake Superior, noting drops at Freeh Dortage and Fort Fran and describing 30 miles of level land, three major water systems, and the feasibility of locks or dam barriers. It cites John Ross on water supply, mentions Weiland plateau and race between St Lawrence and Red River basins, and concludes the summit lies near Lake of the Woods with about 300 miles to Rat Portage.
An old newspaper ad touts Salt Ream Bucklon's Arnica salve as a cure for pimples eruptions and various skin troubles, promising to glorify the face. It notes the product treats boils, burns, and piles and is sold at Berry's Drug.
Fragmentary local remarks mention Roseisle and Laveville travel to Swan River. A memory of a deceased relative leaves money and a sense that recent rains brighten farmers. Names and places appear unclearly, with lingering nostalgia for old Indy life.
Sheep washing took place in this settlement this week marking a notable first in local history. The event highlights early community practices and agricultural activities shaping the young town.
An old advertisement frames a monster devil fish as a metaphor for constipation and promotes Dr King's New Life pills as a cure. It touts benefits for stomach bowels, kidneys and nerves, claiming best in the world pricing at Berry's for Stomach Bowels and ailments.
In the Bargain way this store is famed for a plentiful stock of fabrics, blouses, dress goods, silks, wash goods, hosiery, underwear, shirts, hats, curtains, curtain materials, oil-cloth, and window shades. The Big Store leverages buying power across the district from Winnipeg to Brandon to push prices below real worth. Visit to compare value and selection.
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