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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 29, 1917
Page
2
After the war Canada aims to boost land settlement and agriculture with strong production growth. Key ideas include training and educating farmers, opening settlement through training programs, and providing conditions to attract settlers, amid postwar readjustments and potential immigration.
The text reflects impudent commentary by Ofer Nommat on Belgian independence, German control of railways and ports, and military occupation. It references British and French negotiation stances, Alsace Lorraine, and a Times note on power dynamics, plus a disjointed remark about a jury and children.
Fragments describe a China reacting to Wilhelm II’s speech with sharp skepticism. The piece notes that 70 million Chinese may have rejected German sympathy, arguing frightfulness shaped their stance toward World War I. The tone suggests a viral reception of anti-German sentiment worldwide.
The agricultural department notes rising sheep interest amid high wool prices and low rearing costs. Farmers in the West are urged to expand flocks to meet demand, with purchases of 12 and 518 dollars cited and 4000 apz% tices referenced as portions of ongoing efforts.
The text notes that Dr Thomas Electric Oil needs no testimonial, as its power is proven by its own effects. It claims effectiveness for coughs or colds, cuts or contusions, burns, and pains in limbs, asserting general use without guarantees.
The annual mineralogist report highlights a substantial rise in British Columbia mining began three years ago. Metalliferous ores valued at $395,560,718. coal and coke at $168,829,315. building clay products and lime at $27, Ls%43dl. silver at $36, ... gold figures noted.
Inard's Liniment Co Limited receives testimonial from W Al Hutchinson noting strong relief during a severe La Grippe attack and recurring benefits for inflammatory conditions. The message emphasizes personal proof of effectiveness and end with a cordial sign off.
A wartime dispatch recalls a mother's farewell as she imagines her son in battle. She fears exile and death, voicing defiant vows against German rule and praising soldiers who endure for France. The piece reflects ardent patriotism and the brutal cost of war.
Minard's Liniment cures diphtheria and farmers in Western Canada report thriving flocks. Me JT Hensinger of Wellington Alberta led a large operation shipping 71 000 pounds of wool to Toronto this year. He praises Corriedale sheep and has bought ten rams from Wyoming’s King establishment.
The minister of finance states Canada will advance 25 001 monthly to the imperial treasury to sustain the munition trade and other wartime purchases including cheese. Canadian cheese and chicken exports to the army exceed 40 million dollars, and since the war began Canada has supplied Britain with 443 thousand in cash and securities.
In 1917 the Halifax Chronicle notes British captures of Germans exceed the total British losses in prisoners since the war began, highlighting early wartime tide shifts. It states the British have captured four times as many Germans as the Germans have taken from the British during the entire conflict.
An old fashioned advertisement claims Freezone offers a painless corn and callus removal. It promises quick drying, no skin irritation, and lifting off of hard or soft corns between toes. The copy urges readers to ask their druggist to order a small lot if unavailable.
Canadian toy imports for the year ended March 31, 1917 total 930 006 dollars with 621 508 from the United States and 112 500 from Japan. The United Kingdom contributed about 49 604 and France around 20 000. Dolls and mechanical toys lead in import value ahead of miscellaneous items.
Fragmentary text notes an American donation to the Canadian Red Cross and mentions Uncle Sam’s soldiers and a paid ship or shipment. The exact details and context are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
Charles Stevens of Balcarres Sask received a check for 860 as proceeds from the wheat crop raised this year on 120 acres. The event marks a notable culmination for local farming efforts.
The article notes Japan suffered least from submarine warfare, expanding shipping globally. It cites 132 ships with 503, MN tons capacity in 1916, a 50 percent rise in six years, and 1917 figures of 1151 steamers totaling 1,856,877 tons plus sailing vessels. It highlights shipyards building about 200,000 tons in 1917 and Nippon Yusen Kaisha profits of $15 million in the first half of 1916.
Fragmented item notes Baby's Own Tablets advertised to ward off colds and aid baby health as fall weather begins. Mentions Wika Metlone Coe Brockile Ont and medical dealers selling the remedy in center box form.
The article argues that Germany cannot negotiate peace while autocracy and female influence persist, claiming the entente will not accept terms unless Germany admits leadership failure and destruction of its government. It notes public confession and abdication as prerequisites and critiques the Maristic mania cited by the New York Tribune.
The London exhibition prints a two color copy of President Wilsons speech proclaiming a new declaration of world freedom. Sir Charles Wakefield, Lord Mayor of London, has contributed copies for display and preservation, highlighting cross Atlantic support for the wartime ideals.
A Marysville Pennsylvania resident reports twelve years of monthly cramps and bed days ended after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She praises the cure and urges friends with similar issues to seek guidance from the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. letters.
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