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Newspaper
Oxbow Herald
Location
Oxbow, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jul 18, 1918
Page
6
The Canadian government plans to introduce War Savings stamps as a new public saving and revenue source. In the United States buyers can purchase stamps for small amounts at shops, accumulate stamps in a booklet, and exchange them for a war certificate at a value higher than the purchase price.
A Cincinnati authority touts Freezone as a cheap remedy that roots out corns and calluses by mere drops. It is sold in small bottles at drug stores and acts instantly without irritating surrounding skin.
During a siege era shortage, a chemist developed a butter substitute called margarine. The process advanced, was patented, and later owned by Dutch and Danish interests. Facing beef fat scarcity, researchers turned to vegetable oils, shaping margarine as known today in England.
Fragmentary report notes a County Tyrone farmer and a merchant discussing loyalty and warrants. The text references a patriot and a tontine style notion, but details are damaged and unclear.
St. Paul News recalls the unseen heroes, the stretcher bearers, who carry the wounded through shell fire and bombing. The piece contrasts grim battle scenes with these brave medics risking life and limb to aid others on the front lines.
British admiralty wireless press reports that French military authorities have ordered suppressing newspaper advertisements to prevent enemy spies. General DuBail, Paris military governor, bans ads in journals and pedals and may require special editions with ads blocked. Italy already blocked ads six months earlier after the Austro-German offensive.
A claim that colds are common and can worsen without care. The advertisement promotes Dr Thames Fleetric Oil as strengthening the body against attacks and easing throat irritation to stop a cold. It urges readers to try the product to prove its efficacy.
A speech argues that English speaking peoples will lead in a new era with Britain and America co operating. The alliance should enable each race to develop its own character under world peace rather than global domination.
Schools plan an honor roll bearing the names of the Indians who have enlisted. Arrangements have been made to insert an entry for each, with the intent to keep these records permanent after the war ends.
Cure for eczema and skin disorders claims new blood improves health and appetite. Petitioned testimonials describe edema relief after using Dr Williams Pink Pills, offering 50 cent boxes or six for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
The Winnipeg Free Press notes an expected twenty five percent rise in Alberta bacon production this year with spring output up from the prior period. Officials indicate an ongoing campaign to boost supply and meet demand.
A notice offers a $100 reward for the recovery of stolen items from a residence. The message claims an attempt to influence readers and mentions destruction of state assets. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmented and garbled text discusses the fate of Germany, mentioning Americans and a pivotal vote. The source hints at a crucial decision point influencing Germany’s future, but the exact events and actors are unclear due to transcription errors.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a contest or management act involving Earls, Pont, and sea claims. Readable items indicate possible proceedings or notices about maritime or municipal actions. Further context is needed to produce a precise summary.
The article argues future warfare will rely on faster, better armed merchant ships with anti submarine devices, destroyers for hunting subs, and depth bombs to counter submarines. It notes allied innovation aims to protect free seas and cargo while opposing German naval aggression.
A Saskatchewan advisory committee report recommends establishing a lignite briquetting plant in South Saskatchewan as a public utility until viable methods are proven. It notes private capital is wary after past amateur attempts and argues government leadership could spur broader success for the province.
A brief dialogue recalls a longstanding joke about the idle rich and societal views. The exchange underscores lingering questions about wealth, responsibility, and public perception.
A terse notice questions the Red Cross use of donations citing concern that inferred dividends or returns to donors are inaccurate or misleading. The piece points to scrutiny of how funds are allocated and the potential for profit-driven motives within charitable work.
Reading shows a distressed witness describing a killing near Merville. A man lies in the rain with a coat placed over him while someone recalls threatening remarks and a cold, dead body.
A promotional note from Montreal dated May 29 1909 extols Minard's Liniment versus Limited. It includes a testimonial by Thomas J Hogan of Canada praising its effectiveness for joints and muscles and is signed The Champion Clog and Pedestal Dancer of Canada.
Western Canada reports a revival in city building with rising housing demand and farm labor shifts. Lethbridge Alberta sees strong home construction while Calgary and Sas?an experience higher issuance of permits than prewar periods. Dr. Kellogg Asthma Remedy advertised with claims of quick relief.
A Vancouver Province reader questions a decorated soldier's wartime act asking how his courage translated into money and security, reflecting public skepticism about awards and the handling of valor rewards.
An advertisement touts a corn remover product named The Extractor. It claims painless lifting of corns with guaranteed results and promises easy peeling, priced at a quarter at drug stores. The copy mentions a Putnam's catalog origin and asserts reliability.
Former treasurer of the Intern Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union contends claims that German labor standards are the world's highest are unfounded. He asserts paid, treated workers and satisfied crews are not as proclaimed.
Fragmentary text discusses popular portraiture and shifting social views, noting changes in how figures like a Frenchman and a British assembly are perceived. It mentions personas, perceived geniality, and the impact of public taste on character judgments in late 19th or early 20th century culture.
A fragment mentions pain from corns and a claim of painless removal by Holloway's Corn Cure.
A fragmentary essay extols a simple life for a man and woman, praising plain living, steady routines, and natural vigor while critiquing modern complexity and excess. The text alludes to choosing simplicity over indulgence and hints at social pressures challenging such a path.
Fragmentary newspaper note captures a playful scene as Cavaliers are described to toast a court beauty and a group of lags. The readable bits hint at social ritual and club atmosphere.
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