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Newspaper
Oxbow Herald
Location
Oxbow, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jul 01, 1915
Page
7
The article praises Canadian troops at Langemarck and Hill 60, noting their heroism under bombardment and poison gas. It recalls soldiers with shattered bodies continuing to fight and the broader duty of nations to defend democracy amid long, costly conflict.
War orders push Canada to develop a complete shrapnel production line from mining copper zinc and iron to shell fabrication and shaping. Hundreds of workers and about two hundred establishments are already involved. Refining remains in the United States with brass making not yet present in Canada.
The notice urges grain cleaning and proper manure rotting to prevent weed spread. It calls for vigilance against weeds on roadsides headlands waste places and fence corners and stresses identifying new weeds before they establish. It warns that pure seed is essential and warns against impure seed use.
An authority presents a formula for king strength of Menile rope with breaking strength figures. It indicates a water load capacity and provides estimated tonnage values for various rope strengths and rope types.
The four masted bark Vimiera reached Weymouth after a 30 day voyage from England, a notably swift crossing for a square rigged vessel. Captain Thompson reports a smooth passage with gusts to fifteen knots and crew knitting hosiery for soldiers during the calm seas.
A Canadian trade commissioner in Hamburg seeks to open Russia markets amid wartime shifts. The effort aims to capture German trade influence for Canada as US Canada relations remain cordial. The piece notes shipments of ice breakers from the St Lawrence to Archangel and growing North American trade with Russia despite obstacles.
The article discusses use of chlorine gas and other poisons in WWI, noting it violates wartime agreements. It warns of lethal effects on lungs, future respiratory harm, and contemplates defenses like respirators and ammonia bombs. It describes potential gas tactics, including aerial dispersion and poisoned wells, and critiques escalation beyond Hague norms.
The article discusses long range artillery capabilities, noting ranges of thirty miles and possible bombardment from distant shores. It cites Antwerp forts, naval gunfire, and historical examples like Dunkirk to illustrate strategic impact and moral effects.
Dominion seed commissioner George H. Clark reports 1910s imports from France and Holland totaling beet and mange seed and carrots, radish, cabbage, cauliflower, celery and parsnip seed. Bulletin No. 22 urges Canada to produce at home to meet emergency demand and build a permanent seed industry. Subventions available to bona fide seed growers through Ottawa.
The Board of Trade, urged by the Allied Meat Traders committee, calls the public to limit meat consumption to save national supplies and curb price rises. It cites higher war demands and transport shortages as reasons for reducing civilian demand.
A reflective note asserts we must recruit more men from Flanders the Danube and colonies to meet unparalleled dangers. It praises heroic labor of troops from home the Republic and India while stressing further costly campaigns and continued enlistment.
A discussion on British workers views toward prohibition during wartime, contrasting American and Canadian habits. It notes labor leaders opposing total prohibition, Irish opposition, and the social role of pubs in British life, including work recovery after Saturday drinking and wartime economic pressures. The piece cites religious and societal factors shaping temperance views and cites Lord George’s restraint on restricting brewers.
The article argues Britain maintains endless active campaigns across its empire. It cites campaigns in Africa and Asia, including Northern India, Dervish forces, German colonies, and campaigns from the Gold Coast to Togoland. It notes British and Indian troops, imperial defense, and global reach to protect Crown possessions.
Fragmentary text shows a corporal reflecting on a recruit’s fate and the risk of losing life. The uncertain wording makes it difficult to extract clear facts or context for a complete summary.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a phrase about a clean knife and a mistress, with unclear context and characters. The readable words reference a person named Jane and vague descriptions of a ser or sect, but no coherent event or outcome is discernible.
Jimmie voices a curious line about timeliness as a whispered recitation about a mother's love. The fragment hints at a child addressing a parent and a ghostly sentiment, with the phrase about a baby being a mother’s little lamb shaping the mood.
The Detroit Free Press reflects on Canadian regiments in World War I, praising their sacrifice and courage. It notes fresh recruiting in Canada and the high price of war, arguing that those who died did so for something meaningful, while acknowledging readers’ reluctance to condemn war itself.
Utah hosts large alite deposits to yield commercial potash. The venture aims for purer, cheaper supply than German imports. Prominent backers include President McDowall of Armour Fertilizer Works, Chicago, and other leaders organized to operate the deposits.
The British government has decided to republish a penny edition of the report of the committee on alleged German outrages, with Viscount referenced in relation to the decision.
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