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Newspaper
Melfort Moon
Location
Melfort, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Apr 17, 1918
Page
3
The article discusses the role of whole milk condensed milk and cheese in wartime diets. It notes cheese as a key protein source and highlights skim milk as a substitute strategy and cottage cheese as a useful, wholesome option. It urges farmers to boost milk supply for both domestic and export needs.
A historical government record outlines changing war character and labor behind the scenes. It notes that submarine warfare outcomes influenced Allied military operations and admits that higher sinks in February of the previous year could have paralyzed allied efforts.
Observers note that fine silk with patterns and silver threads, valued as luxury fabric, were repurposed by Turkish forces to cover sandbags protecting trenches in Palestine.
The Oregonian notes Canada rises as a manufacturing force during wartime with orders from the United States for 10,000,000 forgings and 2,000,000 cartridge cases. The shift signals Canada’s growing role in global munition output and indicates Britain may reduce reliance on Dominion aid.
Local report chronicles Harold D benefit from Dodd's Kidney Pills for inflammatory rheumatism. Testimonial from Bertram and Mrs Jasser describe relief after one box, noting kidney source of trouble with stiffness and heaviness subsiding.
Nearly two million acres are set aside in the Peace River district for a soldiers settlement scheme. All suitable farm land within fifteen miles of railways in the three Prairie Provinces has been set aside for returned men. Arrangements are also made so that free financial aid can be secured.
The text recalls Grand Duke Frederick, a famed German royal, linked to an engagement with Princess Patricia of Connaught. It notes his death by his own hand and notes the wartime disruption of their romance, a topic among English gossip columns.
A rough clan shouts for a door to be shut and mocks the man's upbringing. He obeys quietly yet bursts into tears, as a bystander remarks on his emotional state.
Countess Alida Rene, now in New York, claims she and the wider German count are in exile from Germany for opposing the regime. She says she was the only court member who spoke freely in Berlin against world domination and faced censorship to maintain her views.
The Toronto College of Music introduces the Onto Col of Music Examinations led by F. H. Torrington. The program brings standardized exams to distant students, with local centres. Details and syllabi are available from the College Secretary in Toronto.
A mother extols Baby's Own Tablets as safe and reliable for little ones, claiming they never fail to relieve discomfort and are gentler than castor oil. Mrs. John M Weaver from Duss Geld, N. B. endorses long term use and keeping a box at home. Available from medicine dealers or by mail from Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville.
The piece traces margarine's origins to Mouriés a French chemist who combined milk and beef fat to create a butter substitute during the siege of Paris. It notes the later industrial spread, with Dutel and others mass producing margarine to meet growing demand, becoming a staple product with significant weekly output. It also mentions Miller’s Worm Powders as a medicinal ad, touting its use for children and digestive health.
A quip compares a clock to a pretty young woman noting it is all face and has no head to speak, stops when wound, and strikingly pays attention to itself every hour.
The report notes German and allied troop movements and rail projects in Europe and Asia Minor. It references Kaiser plans and ongoing construction efforts, citing a New York World summary of military actions and strategic shifts.
An ad touts Dr Hamilton's Pills promising vitality and relief from headaches back and limb pains. It targets women and men claiming to restore youthful energy and health, urging readers to buy the tonic to combat droopy feelings.
An eyewitness reports fatigue in France and neutral Switzerland toward prolonged conflict. A Parisian poilu in trench coat says goodbye to his wife as life continues despite war, and a speaker insists war must end only with defeating the foe.
A garbled OCR passage discusses waste pounds per week, tree cutting, and material reuse. It references Grace sobbing and jealousy between Keone and Coleg in a fragmented dialogue about loss, production, and sewing waste.
A private pulled an officer from a fall in the barracks. The officer thanked him and refused rewards, saying the best reward would be for the private to keep quiet to avoid teasing from others.
A fragmented item recalls a letter to John about Father-Well and First Father-Well. The text hints at a claimed remedy by Dr J B D K for asthma, emphasizing its distinct reputation and effectiveness.
A London morning report recalls the first Englishman to reach Jerusalem. an unshaven soot smudged cook who served cocoa to officers nearly got lost among camel lines. He arrived frightened but intact, illustrating the chaotic moment of the advance into JeruSalem.
A Dublin barrister defended a man whose cow was struck down and allegedly killed after a rail train incident. The court debated liability and whether the rail should have sounded a warning or slowed to prevent harm.
Aesop, famed ancient fableist, is attributed in the Outlook to have authored a weekly editorial on Russia. The text imagines wolves and dogs as aggressors and sheep as peaceful, calling for treaties of peace amid ongoing hostility.
Fragmentary text from a historical page mentions Carey, Galt, and a camera phrase. The readable portion references snapping at others and a personal remark, but details remain unclear.
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