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Newspaper
Melfort Moon
Location
Melfort, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Apr 10, 1918
Page
10
Fragmented Canada Letter Reveals Suspicion About Gift
A noisy exchange in a village near rent shows a medical officer declaring willingness to help while a Mrs Tilton questions a generous present. The Edmonton Bulletin notes the scene and the wary tone as neighbors discuss the gesture and motives.
Steel Helmets Formed For War and Careful Fitting
A detailed account describes helmet production from steel sheets to punched crown holes and crested fittings. It notes rustproofing mix, lining, and chin straps, and claims French army usage reduced head wounds. Also mentions Dr Thomas Electric Oil for humans and cattle and a Toronto mayor anecdote about dieting rules for meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penseen
Dodd's Kidney Pills Prove Worth in West Manitoba
Mr and Mrs G West of St James Manitoba report personal relief from lumbago and improved health after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. Mrs West says she gained weight and feels transformed, while recommending the remedy to friends. The advertisement credits kidney tonic claims to the product's efficacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. West
Dodd
Sapien
Sun Life Leads Canadian Companies
The Sun Life of Canada's 1917 results show record new business and high asset levels. Assurances in force exceed $311.8 million, assets rise above $90 million, and cash income totals near $19.29 million. Policyholder payments surpass $600,000, while the company notes strong credit and upgraded head office facilities in Montreal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun Life of Canada
Ware
Montreal
British tonnage merchant vessels built last year
Sir Leo Chiozza Money told the House that 400 British-built merchant ships of 1000 tons or more were completed last year, aggregating about 14,007,090 tons. He noted losses of British warships at 1,600 tons and a 20 percent rise in losses, while actual cargo imports were only about two percent. He cited details of merchant ships of 1,600 tons and a count nearing 222 ships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Chiozza
House of Commons
Big Live Stock Trade Boost in Western Provinces
A Winnipeg report notes a surge in production aimed at expanding live stock trade across the Western Provinces. Edmonton yard totals for 1917 reached 361000 units valued higher than the prior year, signaling expectations of doubled prairie business in 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Edmonton
Prairie Provinces
Rich red blood cures many diseases claim
The advertisement argues that most illnesses come from bad blood and that Williams Pink Pills enrich and purify the blood. It touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure after other medicines fail, with testimonials from Mrs M Stills and others about restored health and improved mood and appetite. Pills offered at 50 cents a box, six boxes $2.50, from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Williames
Mere
M. Stills
Bilowanene
Nick
Stee de Poor
Dr. Ee Pia
Dr. Ee Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Manitoba Farm Loans Aid Farmers Since 1917
From inception in May 1917 to December 11 of that year the Manitoba Farm Loans Association lent 9 500 at six percent. Additional loans totaling one million dollars were authorized. The low interest and easy repayment terms in equal sums boost farm production and help farmers purchase land, cattle, and acreage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Oves
Prevent Fire Losses Through Prevention Efforts
Saskatchewan fire commissioner Arthur E. Fisher urges vigorous prevention to save food production and reduce rural losses. He warns most fires arise from carelessness and asks municipalities and press to help ban the spread of l-fires across the province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Staep
Saskatchewan
Arthur E. Fisher
Ures Words Co
Aes
Fisher
Health Diet Reminders From A Diet Ad Copy
This fragment outlines diet tips like drinking water, limiting coffee, and choosing affordable foods such as milk and cocoa. It mentions proper food handling, meal timing, and chewing well, plus a claim about asthma relief and a remedy sold by dealers.
Alberta Civic Hospitals Planned by Government Branch
The government architectural branch prepares municipal hospital plans for Alberta provinces to standardize buildings amid varied local conditions. Eight to sixteen bed stories are proposed, with districts to receive ready templates for spring summer construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Forces Economy in Germany Spends 36 Cents a Month
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Germany’s rigid economy, mentioning 36 cents and 26 cents per month as costs. No clear events, dates, or named organizations are readable. The text appears as miscellaneous economic references rather than a complete report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gereof
Dr Irons Pills Offer Blood Remedy Promise
An old newspaper ad touts Hamilton Pills as a reliable blood remedy to clear blotchy faces and improve eyes appetite and strength. It claims lasting health and urges purchase of a 25 cent box today with distribution nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamiltons
America
Dr.eeris
The Dignity of Farming War Effort in Food Production
War years push farming to forefront as citizens urged to help produce food for victory. Affected families face hardship while workers, families, and communities rally to support agriculture and national needs.
Fragmentary 19th century note from Carlisle raises questions
A partial OCR reads as a murky Carlisle item about a person described as a yuan and an old man, with vague mentions of crime, duties, and a veer pad. Details are unclear, leaving attribution, dates, and outcomes unspecified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cancerne
Carlisle
Dutier & Friend
Now raises 600 chickens on small farm
A reader narrates health recovery after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for an organic disorder. The farmer reports boosting work capacity and household income by maintaining poultry, stating the remedy restored health and enabled continuing duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydie E. Pinkham
Mre. D. M. A.resa
RK. R
E. Pinkham
Sailor Women in Sponge and Sea Trades Across Europe
The article describes Rhodes Island sponge catchers and sea workers, noting young women under 21 as coaling crew and divers who must voyage thrice before marriage. It also observes Nordic roles with women in sailing, piloting, and ship handling, highlighting state support for Danish women pilots and general maritime duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhodes Island
Norway
Sweden
Finland
Denmark
Minard's Liniment Co. Injury Report From Port Hood Island
A letter from Port Hood Island reports a leg injury with severe pain and swelling above the knee. The writer appears to seek relief or a recommendation for treatment from the Minard's Liniment Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard’s Liniment Co., Limited
Smith
Port Hood Island
Allies push terms on German boycott to force peace
A dispatch outlines Allied strategy to impose a boycott on German trade. Allies would exclude German products from markets for up to ten years if peace is not reached within specified deadlines, while noting Germany must accept peace terms to resume normal relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alles
Senate
Edmond Cee
Fotszky
Germany
Reich
Estimates on War Costs and Prohibition Benefits
Statisticians and economists assess war costs and translate compensating factors into money terms. The dominant benefit cited is world sin from prohibition, viewed as a major revolution by Ferrero. Estimates vary on the actual gains to humanity, with conservative figures suggesting indirect future payoffs could outweigh the $50,000,000 voted for war in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferrero
Philadelphia North
Crop Rotation as a Practical Ancient Method
A historical note explains crop rotation not as theory but as a regular farming practice used by Romans 2,000 years ago. It argues rotation raises yield per acre by distributing soil nutrients and testing field performance across stations and farms.
Fragmentary OCR Dialogue on Redemption Leader Question
Fragmented text shows a speaker named Charleth addressing Torkins about a young man in the road to redemption. A single morning question asks about how long the rest will operate the weather cave ron and where ras.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleth
Aio
Torkins
Minard's Liniment Cures Dandruff and Weather Chatter
Fragmentary transcript notes talk of Minard's Liniment curing dandruff and a casual exchange about rain and a pace. Seana and Mrs Styles are mentioned in a brief dialogue amid weather comments and travel pace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard
Styles
Mrs. Styles
Wali
Seana
Bos- Transcript
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