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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 06, 1917
Page
6
The text advocates higher acre output and milk from cows, urging no calf slaughter before two months old to ensure its value for food and leather. It notes wartime cattle losses reduce dairy and meat, urging increased calf rearing and dairies, plus open-air exercise for inactive workers. It mentions Hameloe’s Vegetable Pills as a health recommendation.
A Tribune editorial argues profiteers threaten food access and public protection. It urges urgent minimum protections and self defense measures to sustain the vast system and secure success.
A Journal-Press excerpt translates Count von Reventlow arguing for the freedom of the seas as a pretext for German aims to extend naval reach and seize Belgian and southern Straits of Calais seas, condemning anyone who opposes expansion as traitors.
The article notes decades of farmers in Western Canada seeking to bring more production to cities and towns. It emphasizes pushing for increased grain butter poultry meat and vegetables to strengthen farm land economies and reestablish the region as a production center.
A testimonial style note touts a remedy called Kel loge Asthma Remedy as eradicating asthma and preventing lingering symptoms. The claim emphasizes long study and careful testing before public release.
The prime minister declares a life and death struggle against a mighty foe. Victory is not assured, but success requires total unity across ranks and classes and unwavering resolve to keep fighting for freedom. The message stresses pressing forward with strength and solidarity with allies.
An old medical ad explains that nervous ailments stem from digestive trouble and impure blood. It claims Dr Williams Pink Pills restore blood nourishment and improve nerve and digestive function, offering single or bundled boxes through The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
Fragmentary text notes high status of selected men and references President Wilson and the United States. It mentions drafted men and concerns over verification or adherence to wartime authority in Washington. The passage is incomplete but indicates official attention to draft status and leadership.
The government grants free treatment by a military medical officer for recurring army service disabilities. Reattestation and replacement on pay may occur if hospital care is needed, with the soldier reentered into service. The Military Hospital Commission clarifies that discharged soldiers may see civilian doctors or enter civilian hospitals and bill the government, but the commission denies unauthorized medical charges.
A Cincinnati authority urges using Freezone on tender corns or calluses to loosen and lift them without pain. A small bottle costs little and works on hard or soft corns, with minimal skin irritation. If not available, ask a druggist to order it from the wholesaler.
The Department of Agriculture Ottawa issues Pamphlet No 22 on Swine feeding and housing. It covers breeding care seasonal needs and economical piggery designs by G E Day E Archibald and G E Rothwell.
Fragments describe substitutions of substitutes like aubatituted items, sugar portions in rooms, and pastry habits in New York hotels. A report notes a drop in tonnage since August with Tuesday and gust conditions referenced, suggesting a fair but lower average than last fall.
Gunner Arthur Guy Empry of the British Army offers guidance for Americans arriving in England. He urges respecting British habits, avoiding wartime politics, and not debating baseball versus cricket. He suggests resolving awkward moments with tea, noting cups of tea foster better friendships than cocktails.
Dr Bruce Taylor former chaplain of the 42nd Highlanders and president of Queen's University told a Philadelphia conference that Canada is handing the torch to the United States and that the present conflict is a crusade requiring total American effort. He noted heavy college losses among Canadian-trained men who were sent to stop the German rush.
Reports warn Germany faces severe food scarcity as grain crops shrink and neutrals cannot supply the needed quantities. Discontent grows due to hunger and strikes, with potential uprisings linked to food shortages and munitions supply pressures.
The London Daily Mail notes the extend of sacrifice in England through church and college memorial lists while questioning awareness of these lists beyond England. It reflects on how far the country has gone in honoring those who gave all for a noble cause.
Minard's Liniment touted as a cure for distemper while rationing updates cut bread allotments. The Dutch agriculture minister set a 2800 grammes per person bread ration to last eleven days after September 2, extending earlier seven and nine day periods due to growing scarcity.
A historical ad or notice promotes a worm relief product named It Strong remedy Meather Graves Worm Exterminator. The fragment suggests urgent relief for children suffering from worms.
Dr. Fred Burnhany of Winniper arrives in London from the Balkans where he served as director of a Serbian hospital network since early in the war. Dr. Sarahan has orders from the Crown Prince to return to Canada and appeal for funds to establish Canadian hospitals in Serbia with equipment and staff.
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