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Newspaper
Outlook
Location
Outlook, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
3
A government minister warned that maintaining armies in the field would be impossible without recruiting many men from munitions services. He urged expanding both home units and smaller outfits, saying a large intake is necessary to meet demands before adjournment of the meeting.
The Ottawa report notes a strong 1917 response to the food effort with larger farm crops and city gardens aiding relief of a world shortage. It calls for greater food production in 1918 to feed people and support dairy and beef supplies, and urges timely preparations to protect crops from insect pests.
An arrival at Fort Phen Ahsoks from Herschel Island reports Stefansson, leader of the Canadian Arctic expedition, en route toward Nome with plans to reach it next summer. Northwest Mounted patrols, from Dawson to Pherson, will join the effort and return to Dawson in March as Stefansson’s party continues southward.
A British tank named Britannia will tour New York and other U S cities to drum up enlistments for British and Canadian forces. The London War Office plans a publicity campaign featuring the tank and a Scottish pipers band to attract attention and boost recruitment efforts.
A late report from the Protective Society notes a rise of about 2 cents per gallon in automobile prices across New York state and New York City over the past five days, reflecting local market shifts and price adjustments.
A fatal vehicle wreck near Sambor southwest of Lembe has left several people dead. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and investigators are examining the incident to determine cause and exact number of casualties.
Major Mauslee informs Associated Press that German attempts to break the West remain unlikely to yield large gains. He notes Allied forces, weather, and logistics constrain offensives in Europe and Palestine, with potential losses if a German attack occurs.
The war cabinet held a conference with Canadian railways and steel firms allied to shell and munition production. Representatives from Imperial Munitions and railway interests discussed wartime priorities as campaigns resume next week.
A garbled 1917 cable from Toronto via London reports attacks by armed mercenaries against a town between Soreton and Eze tro. The fragmentary text mentions destruction and violence but lacks clear names or places.
The report details a conference in Amsterdam with leaders from all parties about summoning the Reichstag and progress toward a Russian peace settlement at Brest Litowsk. It notes German officials Czernin and von Kühlmann, and press commentary predicting Germany seeks peace with annexations, while the Entente resists.
Provost Marshal General Crowder outlined a new selective draft policy placing all future military manpower in class one. He urged amending the draft law to classify men who reach their nineteenth birthday by June 5, 1917, for priority service and fair quota distribution.
Fragmentary notes discuss Mark 1 12 20, Mark 1 14 15, and Luke Matthew parallels. It cites Jesus fasting forty days, temptation by the devil, ministering angels, and fulfillment of prophecy. Includes remissions of sins and the need to trust God.
A massive blaze destroyed a 19th Street apartment building, injuring residents and causing extensive property damage. Fire crews battled flames for hours, evacuating occupants and fighting hotspots as investigators began assessing the scene.
A battered OCR fragment notes trawlers around London achieving a year of notable catches and efforts. It mentions sweepers and ambiguous figures tied to ships and offshore work, with unclear naming or dates.
An article recalls a Paris war conference where American forces will cross the Atlantic to join Allied ships and units. It notes a vast shipbuilding program and accelerated preparations under military leaders.
The article notes the possible renewal of support for six months as French high commissioner Andre Tardieu plans to return to the United States. It suggests the period could bring heightened wartime sacrifices and warns against seeing the effort as a Verdun like commitment, reflecting tensions over Allied strategy.
The British prime minister delivers a wartime message to Canada in the fourth year of the conflict. He praises resilience and urges continued firmness to secure victory amid obstacles.
Heavy snow blankets the Alps causing isolation along Swiss Italian and Austrian borders. Telegrams from Chiasso confirm troops report blocked mountain passes and disrupted supplies as Austro German forces tighten grip on border regions.
The Daily Mail reports fears for the Aurora, once a sealing steamer, missing after Shackleton relief operations. A search by vessels led by Wellington crews is underway to locate the ship and its crew.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference the Kaiser Wien and Swiss concern for neutrality amid lake vessel activity. Details are unclear but point to a discussion of maritime status and regional actions.
A fragmented report indicates Premier Lloyd George told a correspondent that further traffic reductions depend on public consent. He argues drink may already be reduced and questions remain about the feasibility of further action.
The article notes the appointment of Rowe as a key figure on Italy's war board. It highlights his role and the implications for policy and leadership during wartime.
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