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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
7
A damaged account recalls a German linguist Kiuk visiting Boisson France years ago with a geologist and workers to inspect quarry remains. It mentions ancient pottery, printed pictures, and the Paris Fine Arts department blocking inquiry, hinting at hidden bases for large weapons and cannons.
Ottawa witnesses described a scheme where Ernest Powell of Carleton Drug Co supplied dressings and related goods to expeditionary forces. Powell admitted marking up prices with MP William Garland and keeping about 8000 dollars profit from a 49000 dollar contract. He claimed profits were earned on the side and that Garland and the firm had interests in the drug business, with some invoices disputed by the department.
A review of Dairy Products by Cowmms eloner JA in the Agricultural War Book notes a drop in cow numbers in eastern provinces but gains in the west, totaling an 158,000 increase. Ten years show growth in dairy product value from 66,000 to 109,240 deb, with butter exports plunging from 34,081,505 to 1,228,762 and cheese from 215,854,582 to 144,478.90. Canada lags only behind New Zealand in dairy, but milk yield per cow remains low. The report urges better market enforcement and production methods and suggests free dairying bulletins from Ottawa.
Wir S E Laurie of Grafton Ontario touts Baby's Own Tablets as safe pleasant medicine for infants. The ad claims broad mother endorsements and offers 25 cents a box via mail or local agents. A separate joke about a thermometer vendor ends with a clerk asking what's the matter.
The notice lists individuals including J M Campbell and T Daniels claiming cures or relief from conditions like bronchitis facial neuralgia chronic rheumatism through Minard's Liniment. Locations include Springhill Newfoundland and Albert County with referenced companies GEO TINGLEY and Minaid's Liniment.
Morley Donaldson, vice-president of Grand Trunk Pacific, urged strict economy until next October amid cautious railway operation. He cited normal conditions in key sites, stressed cooperation with labor, and highlighted the Panama Fair exhibit as a Canadian showcase. He warned of low mood due to world events but affirmed ongoing business and labor-management cooperation.
A Canadian woman credits Postum with curing severe heart trouble and headaches caused by coffee. Her husband insisted she quit coffee. after trying Postum she regained strength, dropped from 92 pounds, and now enjoys Postum with cream and sugar. The ad cites Postum’s forms and price and urges grocers to stock it.
The Dominion department of agriculture in Ottawa warns of large scale poultry shortfalls in Canada amid rising hen counts and export sales. Reports show millions of dollars in poultry shipments abroad and a heavy domestic market, with efforts urged to boost production through new publications and guidance from agricultural experts.
Mrs. A Averon an elderly resident recounts long kidney trouble with heart pain neuralgia and backache. She credits Dodd's Kidney Pills with relief and urges friends to try them. She praises the pill as a trusted remedy for aged people and kidney health claiming it restores energy and youth.
Sir George ag Foster, Minister of Trade and Commerce, argued that Germany destroyed trade not by peace but through war and aggressive policy. He cited Belgium’s atrocities and the failure of “peaceful penetration” as the causes, saying Germany forfeited its good name and home base, and will face diminished global confidence after the war. He warned that peace would not restore its commercial standing.
A Canadian era gathering in Ottawa featured Ton Curtis Guild of Boston and former United States ambassador to Russia discuss the Czar and Russia. The Duke of Connaught described the Czar as simpleminded yet lovable and praised Russian progress, while Mr Guild criticized Britain’s policy toward Russia and urged a union for civilization in the Far East. The event included a presentation honoring Mr Guild by the 42d Regiment of Ottawa for courtesy shown during their visit to Boston years ago.
An old advertisement from 1916 promotes Cutcura Soap and Cuticura Ointment as a treatment for facial and arm eruptions. The piece highlights a testimonial by Clara Aaketle who claims full recovery after using the products, and offers free samples and a 32-page booklet on scalp disorders.
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