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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 31, 1921
Page
2
The piece argues that wartime inflation raised wages and prices and caused a fragile cycle. It warns that after the war, demand falls, unemployment rises, and prices may drop unless wages adjust and cooperation among all sectors restores buying power and production. It stresses returning to fundamental economic principles and faces realities over untested theories.
A fragmented report cites former French minister Lefevre in the Chamber of Deputies referencing German military aims and a claimed machine gun capable of firing 1,500 bullets a minute. He discusses potential German armament trends and mentions material discoveries and cross-border alarm.
Hamilton Herald reports Admiral von Tirpitz asserts the war was won by the British fleet, refuting Scheer’s claim of a German victory at Jutland. The statement centers on naval supremacy and buoyed morale amid ongoing conflict.
Advocates argue that mental health experts should guide crime cases rather than being treated as lawmakers. Edmonton police and the Board of Trustees discuss how physicians and economists influence court decisions and sentencing. A report outlines the role of expert testimony in weighing mental state, responsibility, and rehabilitation options.
A guide for busy homemakers outlines assembling advance meals with boiled peas baked macaroni and cheese cabbage salad and applesauce. It details prep steps including chilling macaroni and fish, arranging in dishes, adding cheese, and storing in the ice box, with serving ideas and a sample one piece meal option.
A historical note describes a claimed asthma cure by J.D. Kellogs, noting testimonials of recovery and the remedy's reception, though details remaining unclear. The misspelled fragment hints at public belief in the treatment and ongoing discussion about its effectiveness.
A public report details a 2350 acre irrigation project near Creston British Columbia to supply irrigation and domestic water, enable a 240 kW light and power plant, with total cost about 250000 dollars. About 1000 acres are orchard and berries, remainder land for development. Water sourced from Arrow Creek.
Canada saw a surge in cement lime and quarry product value, rising from 19 19 levels to a 1920 peak of 38 184 848 dollars. Increased prices boosted value, while physical output also grew from 1919 to 1920 despite wartime slowdowns. New York City features over eleven thousand miles of paved streets and sidewalks.
A Montreal firm markets Catarrhozone as a healing vapor that allegedly soothes irritation, clears phlegm, and relieves bronchitis and catarrh. The ad touts its magical action and scientific pretenses, urging belief in its efficacy.
Calgary citizens are asked to pledge responsibility for a herd of buffalo to be placed on the Sarcee Reserve. The Park's Department will transfer from ten to twenty animals if land to fence, fencing type, grazing conditions, and water supply are agreed upon. The notice outlines the need for a pledged land area and arrangements before any action.
Elmer Woodcock of Joliette Illinois purchased an improved 649 acre farm section near Sperling Manitoba for 50000 dollars, about 78 dollars per acre.
The piece urges mothers to protect infants from variable spring weather by using Baby Own Tablets from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co. The tablets claim to regulate stomach and bowels and prevent colds and minor childhood ailments. Sold by medicine dealers or mail order for 25 cents a box from Brockville Ontario.
Official figures show 7,473 Belgians died due to the German occupation. Among them 1,999 civilians were shot or executed, with deaths in prisons and forced deportations to Germany and France noted in the report.
A delayed protest prompts officials to demand better lead substitutes for pen production. Since the war began, shortages have caused reliance on substitute matches and higher costs. Authorities pursue sharpened materials and tighter supply controls to stabilize writing implements.
Manitoba expects an 20 000 acre rise in wheat sowing this spring as favorable conditions boost operations. Farmers prepare equipment and begin early agricultural work with indications pointing to an earlier start to the season.
An advertisement touts Nerviline Liniment for deep pain relief claiming strong, penetrating action and rapid results. It promotes a 35 cent bottle and urges stock on hand. The notice notes timber shipments of 37,000,000 feet via the Dunvegan and British Columbia Railway to sawmills in the Peace River district and North-Western Lumber Company in Edmonton.
Five hundred seventy six wives of ex Canadian soldiers attended a Home Branch Soldier Settlement Board program in Edmonton to learn farm and household skills. Arrangements were made to care for babies during lectures. By winter’s end about 3,000 women are expected to participate, with many soldiers’ wives already benefiting from the courses.
The Northern Inland Fisheries report a very successful season with Alberta Fish Company MM Innis Fish Company and Saskatchewan fish company shipping about two million pounds of fish. Buffalo Lake led production with over 600,000 pounds marketed across the west and a large share sent to Chicago for distribution.
Three elk were shipped from Vancouver British Columbia to the Zoological Gardens in London England. The move was arranged for the London zoo to expand its exhibition of North American wildlife.
Canada flax growing experiments show growers reporting satisfactory spread of retting over early snow and spring dew retting keeping textile strength intact. Government flax division tests yielded contrary results with notable reduction in textile strength across cases.
Dr RC Wallace recommends immediate wireless expansion to bring Northern Manitoba into a unified network. The plan estimates 35000 dollars for mid northern stations, noting a large Pas station already exists and urging additional towers to connect communities with eve wireless services.
Increased activity centers on oil in Chars Islands with reports of shale deposits. An American concern is expected to begin development of the new mineral resource on the Queen Charlotte Islands with intent to exploit the shale discovery.
A garbled report mentions a relief for heart disease and related symptoms. It references a 30 minute approach, notes on palpitations, shortness of breath, and left side pain, with scattered phrases about a Russian dish and sour cream preparation.
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