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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 15, 1919
Page
2
Editorial argues the Great War proved the value of the all round man and calls for expanded YMC work nationwide. It notes physical moral and educational development as essential, praising literate soldiers and the role of army medical boards. The piece highlights a Town and Country Work department by the National YMCA Canada to reach smaller communities.
A proposal urges smaller towns and villages to form district associations pooling resources to support YMCA style work. It emphasizes self reliance, local initiative, and training volunteers to strengthen communities by developing local abilities and leadership. The plan targets district organization rather than large city methods.
Twenty or wed soldiers from Phoenix City seek land in the Doukhobor valley near Grand Forks British Columbia through the Grand Forks Great War Veterans association.
Ottawa announces a forthcoming bill by Hon. Arthur Meighen acting justice minister to disqualify male defaulters for a period to be set on introduction. Miller's Worm Powders pitched as child friendly remedy claiming to end worm troubles and improve digestion and vitality.
Food riots erupt in Stalsund Pomerania dispatches say troops were summoned several killed and wounded in clashes. A Berlin telegraph report notes heavy unrest and casualties amid shortages.
Paris dispatch to Exchange Telegraph says the Fiume issue with Prime ministers settled on autonomous port status. Italy will base administration on Fiume as an autonomous port. London reports confirmation from Paris outlining the agreed basis for future control.
An unsigned testimonial from LeE Raymus of Lindale Alberta lauds Dr Chase’s Kidney Liver Pills claiming rapid relief from persistent kidney and liver issues after using multiple boxes. The note urges others to trust the remedy and endorses its efficacy based on personal recovery.
The Paris peace plan aims to shield Europe with a treaty prohibiting German Austrian union and restricts German expansion. Austria would become a neutral republic under the League of Nations, while Alsace and Lorraine are ceded to France. A commission presents Germany frontiers to the council with British, French, and American representatives.
An advertisement claims Putnam's Corn and Wart Extractor cures lumps on feet painlessly for 25 cents per bottle. The copy urges insistence on Putnam's brand and highlights its alleged effectiveness.
March stock receipts at Edmonton yards total 2 833 cattle, 1 408 calves, 193 hogs, 534 horses, all well above March 1918 figures. Year to date cattle reach 12 917, calves 1 234, hogs 4 676, horses 1 272, signaling a substantial rise over last year.
Mrs Walter Greives of Apsley Ontario reports severe heart palpitations dizziness and weakness. She credits Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills with restoring her ability to work after doctors said she was anaemic and could not sleep. The remedy is sold 50 cents a box or by mail from The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto.
Reports from Kolberg attribute a resignation message to Field Marshal Hindenburg claiming German militarism is broken forever. General Groener, once head of munition affairs, is named as Hindenburgs successor in the transmitted dispatches.
Historian notes Minard’s Liniment widely employed by doctors and recalls Dr. Thomas’ Eclectic Oil as a famous remedy with international reach. The text highlights the oil’s wide distribution from its claimed origin to Central and South America, the West Indies, Australia and New Zealand, underscoring enduring demand.
Reported bombardment near Dyisa and Beresnik as Bolshevik artillery presses allied lines. Ice-filled river channels hinder movement and prevent immediate relief or troop advances for several days.
The council of foreign ministers debates complete economic isolation of Germany as a response to its refusal to sign the peace treaty. The plan is presented to the ministers of the supreme economic council for consideration.
An old advertisement promotes Baby's Own Tablets as a home remedy for children’s minor illnesses, claiming they regulate bowels, ease indigestion, relieve colds and fevers, and soothe stomach discomfort. The copy cites testimonials from readers in Quebec and Ontario and references Holloway's Pills and other remedies.
The Lethbridge Herald reports moisture in eastern and southeastern districts improving from last year’s dry belt. Moisture ranges 18 to 24 inches in sod and summer fallow with ideal breaking conditions, though reserves are limited along the Aldersyde line. In Biacleod and areas west and north moisture is near normal for this time of year.
A brief exchange between a lumberman and barber turns on a razor cut and a playful deduction of a cent per cat. The dialogue appears in the Boston Transcript, reflecting humorous commentary on everyday trades.
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