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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 14, 1903
Page
4
The article warns of extensive damage from fires caused by dry weather and recommends strict fire guards around timber and crops. Farmers should harrow land promptly to preserve moisture, keep harrowing after sowing, and maintain constant care of seed despite variable soil and weather, noting the seed sown in tears.
A two and a half year old near Macgregor observes sister ironing and asks who Belle is writing to. Mother explains Auntie, the child retorts with childish indignation asking who asked her mother for a sing.
Farmers across the Canadian North West have wrestled with strawberry culture for years. The author, with twelve years of trial in Manitoba, argues success is possible under favorable soil, shelter, and moisture conditions, citing deep loam, dense winter snow protection, and careful weed management as key factors. He notes variable results, imports gone awry, and recommends Crescent Wardfield and Haverland varieties, plus strategic timing for planting and renewal beds to sustain profitable production amid a harsh climate.
A jumble of shop notices presents I P Smith repair services, Frost and Wood plows, John Watson ice cream and bakery items, Glover and Morrison hardware, Austin mill flour, Chas Street and Knox cattle ad, Lake of the Woods flour, Martin’s Shoe Store, R Martin’s straw hats, Wetherill cream, Maggregor Bakery, R McLeod’s seeds, One Price House tea, Holmes seed, Fryer’s portrait studio, and a disjointed closing remark about fishing and watches.
Sunday school lesson notes recount Paul’s two year imprisonment in Caesarea under Felix. Tertullus flattered the judge while charges of treason and temple profanation are debated. Paul defends himself by citing worship of the same God, adherence to Jewish scriptures, and shared hope, ending with Felix's fear and idle postponement. The piece closes with a reflective verse about time and mortality.
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