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Newspaper
Outlook
Location
Outlook, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Feb 16, 1917
Page
3
A wounded British officer received a pioneering nerve transplant after the ulnar nerve in his forearm was destroyed. A healthy nerve segment, found from a donor arm, was grafted to bridge the gap and restore sensation and some motor function, with gradual improvement noted over weeks.
In a reflective note the article recalls Napoleonic era wheat prices around $3 a bushel, briefly spiking above $4 during shortages. It contrasts with later fears of famine and global upheaval, noting civilization’s resilience and the end of the Great Disturber. A separate anecdote mentions a teacher asking children what a bone is, with a child’s unclear response.
Egypt shows political stability with fewer assassination attempts and united support for the Sultan. Economically the country prospers due to high cotton prices and strong cereal sales, with trade flourishing and a potential bumper surplus at year end.
A London Opinion note tells of a sister who, after tucking in a young gobalter, asks an orderly for help when the younger asks to be kissed good night. The tale centers on a sly, humorous misunderstanding in a hospital setting.
Gouverneur Morris laments how American society excludes writers. He recalls a writer with a best seller gaining a dinner invite in Nice, while noting his own past work in armic making plags.
A fragment discusses Minard's Liniment curing distemper and a merchant in Italy at Gibraltar. It mentions distress signals used by submarines to lure harmless ships of the Entente Allies within range and notes the tactic can harm vessels actually in distress.
An advertisement touts Parmelee's Vegetable Pills made from mandrake and dandchon as purely vegetable and harmless. It claims cleansing of the digestive secretions and a heartful effect on the liver and kidney illments, presenting the pills as the most effective concentrated medicine yet offered for sufferers.
A fragile obituary notes a woman spent seventy two years in bed and dying at ninety four after a long illness amid sorrow and war disruptions. The grain article explains official no 1 and no 2 Canada Western oats grading and how broken oats affect germination and feeding use at government elevators.
Blustery Februa March winds harm infants causing overheating in confined homes. Mothers should keep babies in ventilated rooms and use a box of cac abets to maintain stomach and bowels, preventing colds until brighter days. Tablets cost 25 cents per box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
A Christian Herald summary notes that half the Japanese population ranges from 20 to 65 years old and about one third are married. It cites a decline in divorces per 1000 people over a generation, yet notes marriage remains a focal issue for demographers.
In a letter from T. G. McMullen, he endorses Minard s Liniment as the best for foot sores and praises its quick effect, noting it helped his ailment twice with prompt relief and signing with his name.
Canadian Pacific Railway aims for record Alaska tourist traffic this summer. The Charlotte, a fast tactic boat, will be requisitioned for two extra trips between Vancouver and Seattle. Officials note wartime limits and growing interest in Alaska tours, with inquiries centered on routes and alerts to native totems in Bella Bella.
The London Morning Post reports an interview with Captain Ferreira Limas Portuguese Military Attache in London. Simas praises British artillery and aircraft while noting calm discipline under fire and soldiers reading newspapers amid shellfire. A transport caption describes a horse killed by shell and officers observing with telephones, as wounded return from trenches without distress.
A British infantryman reportedly demonstrates the longest stride among European troops at 31 inches, while German Swiss units pace about 31 inches and Austrian Italian soldiers around 29 inches. A French Foreign Legion unit reportedly stretched a 50 mile march to 151 hours 50 minutes, though the Rifle Brigade completed fifty two miles in 14 hours 23 minutes.
A Tit-Bits note recounts a chemist touting Minard's Liniment with claims against fat and coughs. A buyer reportedly drank the mixture and complained, while the chemist described the solution as an India-rubber remedy applied to boots.
The couple discuss their plans after returning from their honeymoon. The groom asks about the future leadership roles and mentions a post titled Treasurer. The bride questions what position is meant and confirms the role.
An article explains that a crowded digestive system leads to auto intoxication and liver strain. It warns of cirrhosis and remedies liver and bowel sluggishness with Dr Chase’s Kidney Pills to keep the liver active and bowels regular.
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