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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 10, 1918
Page
6
New Years Eve 1916 in a German prison the Scot Kirkpatrick sang Rule Britannia with a strong baritone to rouse fellow inmates. Prisoners crowded windows, cheering as belts of Guernsey men and others were cited for admirable conduct. The account ties in references to Beland, Normandy, and Pearl artifacts amid wartime commentary.
The article describes new eye prosthetics made from vulcanized rubber and enamelled surfaces to resemble natural eyelids and eyeball. The hollow, air-filled ball design aims for elasticity and smooth appearance, reducing irritation while responding to ocular movements.
Bulky man in Brantford complains that several pairs of boots are too narrow. A weary sales clerk explains the styles are pointed and narrow as the customer laments wearing his last comfy boot.
Fragmentary notes describe Milestones in England, noting two stone markers at Tadcaster and near Withington Herefordshire. The text recalls ancient signs on the Cambridge road between Barkway and Cambridge and mentions Miland landmarks misinterpreted as distances, while Minard's Liniment is oddly referenced alongside.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Irish and English forces and several generals including Scott Gere and Beasilian. No clear event, place, or outcome established.
Across Westphalia and the Rhine provinces workers face severe hunger as food rations shrink. Hospitals report strain while fat rations vanish and wages fail to cover basics. Berlin dispatches note reduced rations to 200 grams weekly in all towns. 100,000 residents affected.
An old advertisement touts Putnam's Corn Remedy promising instant pain relief and corn removal by applying a few drops. The copy contrasts it with other remedies and claims the product shrivels the corn and drops it out by the roots, urging reliance and noting store availability.
A British armed yacht in the English Channel vanished a German submarine after a late day periscope was spotted near its bow. Depth charges caused a central disturbance with air bubbles. one survivor was rescued but died three hours later from internal injuries.
A surgeon 1800 miles away directed a telegraphed life saving operation after a horse fall at Hall's Creek Northern Australia. With improvised tools including a razor the operation was successfully performed, avoiding surgery if Holloway's Coin Care is used, per the telegraph report to Perth.
A fragmentary editorial voice praises American soldiers while urging homage to British sailors. The speaker, a Maryland reader, suggests peace through diplomacy or means beyond force, comparing Germany to a bank and noting the need to confront the menace of war with allied support. The passage ends with a forward look to a major American army success.
A dialogue notes a butler in Grocvenor Square quips that a man may seem proper yet reveals character by a detail. The exchange turns on how a gentleman’s umbrella, marked by tassels or a clenched fist posture, signals his true mien beyond surface politeness.
The Pearl fisheries industry faces steep profit losses as war lowers pearl prices from $1130 to $550 per ton and fleets, mainly in Broome and Thursday Island, operate with reduced crews. Australian plans to press Parliament seek government support to stabilize prices and protect owners margins amid restrictions and foreign flag arrangements.
Dear reads I can recommend Minard's Liniment for rheuma fism and sprains. The signer, B. Lavers of St. Joba, reports excellent results from using the product.
A strange report notes Germany bans absinth stocks amid France where a cooperative distillery in Pontoise seeks use of government extracted alcohol for new production. The piece hints at explosive manufacture allegations and shifting liquor policies impacting suppliers and workers.
WWII era note describes trained dogs aiding soldiers by carrying food and ammunition in trenches. Dogs equipped with double bags crawl on bellies under fire to deliver supplies, with special harnesses for safety and rapid service in front lines.
The message promotes Baby's Own Tablets to prevent and treat summer illnesses in children. It claims government analyst approval and urges mothers to use the product, sold by The Dr. Williams Medicine Co in Brockville Ontario for 23 cents a box.
A historical note outlines Canadians aiding the Royal Air Force with 1,008 Jricers, 1,640 others discharged from the navy, 10,013 enlisted for the REC, and 130 sent to England. It highlights Canadians as effective flying officers and mentions asthma relief claims tied to Dr. J.D. Egllogg's remedy for ongoing protection and fewer attacks.
An article describes transporting a five ton granite block from a Texas quarry eight miles away to a work site. It details the method, equipment, and a Chicago-based contractor’s involvement. The description notes the quarry location, associated obstacles, and engineering considerations in this historical transport effort.
The Hercules Powder Company reports a kelp based process to produce munitions material. Research shows fermentation of kelp yields potassium chloride and new solvents, enabling a five ton plant to operate at full capacity. The marine source supports industrial chemical production.
In a lively classroom moment, a teacher asks Maxine to define electricity and lights. Maxine replies with a clear answer, turning the exchange into a notable example of student engagement during the lesson.
Analyzes submarine torpedo design shifts aimed at saving copper and brass, trading accuracy for simplicity. Reduced propelling and steering gear save metal but force closer ranges, increasing danger to boats and undermining effectiveness at typical engagement distances.
The Sublime Porte or The Porte is the gate to the sultan's palace in Constantinople. It denotes the Turkish authority and gatekeeping role for all who arrive there.
A terse exchange questions a civilian's exemption over Province and a rage rises as insults echo in a charged moment. The fragment hints at political tension and personal affronts amid bureaucratic debate.
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