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Newspaper
Melfort Moon
Location
Melfort, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 18, 1918
Page
12
The piece notes Britain’s consent to broad maritime freedom and its hope for American sea power in a peaceful world order. It cites President Roosevelt and Admiral Simms and frames empire as freedom of action for the United States within a tranquil balance of power.
Regina Saskatchewan reports vast farm land activity as the market remains strong. In two weeks thousands of acres changed hands with parcels from 480 to 800 acres selling around 49 dollars per acre and one section fetching 49000 dollars amid steady demand despite a subpar crop season. An unrelated Berlin report notes payments to former royal heirs as cited by the Vossische Zeitung.
The irrigation system in the district is being widened and strengthened with 125 teams cleaning ditches and stablizing banks. Farmers anticipate higher water capacity and greater use of the water supply as awareness of irrigation potential grows.
An advertised remedy promises painless corn removal with simple at home use. The product claims to lift the corn without pain and work on even the oldest or toughest corns, offered at modest cost through a druggist.
Cologne's order restored after British advance guard arrival ends days of anxiety. Rioters and mob violence with bloodshed subsides as citizens armed with rifles and machine guns guard streets. Looting decreased, stores recover from the upheaval following German troop withdrawal.
Following a Union report detailing German crimes in Africa, resolutions urging retention of these colonies were adopted in Union cities. The British Information Bureau released the material. Viscount Buxton warned the entente’s seizure of colonies removes a grave peril to South Africa, citing Central Africa military presence and coast submarine stations.
A Budapest dispatch reports Count Karoly, active in Hungary's republic proclamation, attempted to take his own life in despair over Hungary's reconstruction efforts. The court's attempt to intervene was frustrated, and the government cannot assist in the country’s fate.
In a severe riot in Monreal, police and firefighters faced nondiscriminatory unrest as 1560 city workers from four services refused duties. Officers and officials reported widespread lawlessness while residents watched helplessly amid chaotic scenes and fires.
Arabs feel secure as prosperity grows in Baar and Baghdad with wharf sanitation and tramway reforms. They broadly back British help, supporting a British adviser for administration and foreign relations amid turbulent tribes and the need for a strong army.
In a landmark meeting attended exclusively by women, Premier Lloyd George urged female voters to influence future peace policy. He warned that six to seven million women could sway legislation and emphasized accountability for leaders backing war policies.
The piece urges individual vigilance in shopping for food and goods. It notes there is always a best and cheapest place to buy and that merchants may avoid advertising prices and quality. Readers are advised to watch food advertisements in papers to spot favorable deals.
The executive committee of the chamber of commerce has resolved to press for Zeeland and Limburg areas to be reassigned. Maastricht is cited as the capital of Limburg, currently under Dutch control.
A partial transcription describes items from Europe on display in a shop window. The text mentions Steeeevee and a pewee like display, but details are garbled and unclear.
A wireless Tokyo message quoted a Chinese official en route to Europe as saying China seeks right and justice, will urge return of Tsingtau to China, and questions Japanese preferential foothold to be decided by the powers at the peace conference.
Dr Karl Kramarz premier of Czeche Slovakia speaks for Peoples as Austro-Hungarian empire ends. He recalls arrest in Prague in 1915 and death sentence commuted by King Alfons of Spain. He envisions a frontier of Bohemia and friendly ties with Jugo Slavs and Romanians while maintaining tariffs against Germany.
Since his abdication, William Hohenzollern appears in civilian clothes at Amerongen castle with an entourage of about 18 including the former empress. They keep to the castle’s Gist floor, joined at meals by Count von Beptinck and his brother. Rumors of plots and a rumored villa purchase circulate but remain unconfirmed.
A new gas field near Lethbridge in southern Alberta promises a daily output of 4,000,000 cubic feet. The discovery marks a significant, distinct source of fuel, expected to provide power and heat to nearby towns and cities in the region.
A mother enters four footwear shops seeking two pairs of shoes for her child aged about ten. The clerk notes the shoes are worn in, prompting a tense exchange as the mother discusses fitting and fitting issues with assistants.
London reported Walter Long defended retaining German colonies under Britain. He cited German natives recalling abuses and five Rwanda Cameronas chiefs who asked to remain under the British flag after two years of occupation. They urged ensure Germans never return to renew vengeance.
A couple arrives with a very young baby at a venue and the manager fears a disturbance. The couple insists the infant will behave, noting the baby was quiet at their grandfather's funeral yesterday.
The planned royal visit to thank the Dutch for Belgian aid has a political aim to restore food relations stalled by Belgian and French press. The visit signals efforts to mend tensions and improve cross border trade between Belgium and the Netherlands.
Reynolds Newspaper asserts it has information the fugitive Kaiser Wilhelm II will face trial in Versailles. The claim cites no official source and details remain unverified.
The article discusses proposals on how to handle German warships after peace, noting that ships will not fly the German ensign again. Allies should dispose according to sea-control losses, while submarines should be broken up for use elsewhere. Also mentions a Grant cherry tree planted by Lt. A S Grant at Fort Vancouver still bearing fruit after eighty four years with a wide spread and massive trunk.
Reports show no distribution of bread from regular stations at Helsingfors and several other Finnish ports in ten days, signaling a broad shortage.
Report on a new direct train route linking Geneva with Liubliaga under American auspices and support. Details on schedule and stops are summarized from the OCR fragment.
A dispatched note indicates foreign governments wish to consult with Holland on a residence plan for a German official. The Dutch government would agree only if Holland gains a position honoring its dignity. The arrangement is provisional and awaiting a definite decision.
A wireless dispatch from the U S steamer George Washington reports President Wilson declining a Berlin invitation to visit Germany. He says he could not consider visiting unless compelled by official obligations.
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