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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 14, 1918
Page
6
Report at Steatford dairy convention notes Canada’s wheat surplus surpasses the United States sixfold. Dr Zavitz urges more spring wheat this year and argues against belief that Ontario leans weaker in spring wheat. Discusses Marovis variety and local agricultural prospects amid shortages and improved ground conditions.
An Ottawa issued bulletin warns grain rust, notably stem rust, harms wheat and rye. It advises wet land avoidance, crop rotation, weed control, early sowing, seed treatment, and vigilance against rust susceptibility in varieties.
The Saskatchewan government reports strong activity in its farm loan program with $1,500,000 authorized and about one third already paid. Remaining $1,000,000 will be disbursed once title certifications are completed, as roughly 200 applications have been received to date.
Fragmented text discusses English promises to Russia over Constantinople and hints at future division. The piece mentions England as a western gate to the Mediterranean and references unfolding ambitions and maneuvering in a muddled, skeptical tone.
A fragmented passage honors those who fought and suffered for the country. It recalls freedom won and pledges that their sacrifices will not fade from memory, urging collective gratitude and lasting remembrance.
The department of naval service reports that 3 178900 pounds of fish were sent to Alberta in the 1916 17 season, valued at 144 307 dollars. Whitefish led with 216 500 pounds, with second place at 48 920 pounds.
The article explains a shift in submarine tactics to cruiser type subs dominating sinkings in rough seas while smaller subs focus on mine laying. Cruiser subs are sea worthy with long endurance, carrying 2 3.8 inch guns and 16 torpedoes, remaining at sea six weeks. Germany has built many such subs and employs seven to eight vessels to inflict heavy shipping losses, with gunfire accounting for a notable portion of sinkings. New wet guns mounted on stationary platforms remain ready as decks rise above water during emergence.
Medical text touts rheumatism as worsened by lack of condition and credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with curing rheumatic symptoms. A Toronto reader praises the pills after many doctors failed, claiming dramatic improvement and urging others to buy them from The Dr Williams Medicine Co in Brockville Ontario.
An aged Indian of Discovery sland known as Old Indian Died Dick died on the Songhees Reserve near the site where Victoria now stands. He was possibly the last link to the days before Sir James Douglas's arrival on Vancouver Island. He is survived by one relative, Mrs. Charlie Kamai, at whose home he died.
The New York Tribune notes persistent Alsace Lorraine loyalty to France. It cites German attempts to win natives while thousands have crossed into France to serve, and many Alsatians living in exile in the United States.
Claims a wide cure for bilious headaches and sluggish liver. Narrates testimonial from Charles R. Tait of Newtown and J P Mace praising relief after using one box from G M Fair Weather, druggist, Sussex NB. Warns to insist on genuine product from Edmanson Bieter Co Limited Toronto.
The food controller limits how much distributors or milk can add to the delivered price. Since January charges exceeding cost by tents per quart are illegal in Saskatchewan British Columbia Ontario Nova Scotia New Brunswick Prince Edward Island and other provinces.
A Portland, Oregon veteran JPL, Millen, inherits a sandstone slab that flexes when pressed. Jim Tillotson, who died recently, had it for about 20 years after bringing it from the Carolinas during the Civil War era. Grol ogists cannot explain the stone’s remarkable flexibility.
A garbled note mentions a cure for white pimples and includes disjointed phrases and a signature. The readable content is unclear and lacks verifiable details or context to identify people, places, or events.
Calgary and Edmonton branches report a rise in market activity totaling about 1 million dollars in 1917 with 1419 cars and 48 431 animals handled. The co operative aids farmers by marketing stock, providing market data, organizing shipping, and assisting purchases for feeding and herd improvement.
In a fragmentary report, the Montreal Herald cites criticism of Kaiser Wilhelm II accusing him of destroying German rationality and undermining the empire. The piece ties blasphemous rhetoric to a national moral crisis amid wartime strife and cultural fear.
An order in council forbids wearing military and naval uniforms and medals by unauthorized persons. It cites war time disrepute and recruitment harm and imposes fines up to 100 dollars or three months imprisonment for violations. The rule bars officers in minus service from donning uniforms off duty without special permission.
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