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Newspaper

Russell Banner

Location

Russell, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Aug 03, 1916

Page

11

Keep Records To Determine Cost Of Growing Wheat

The article urges farmers to track costs over several years to know the true expense of growing an acre of wheat. It suggests estimating daily labor costs with various team setups, adding land, equipment, feed, and fertilizer costs, and crediting land with crop value to assess profit.

Miller's Worm Powders Prove Their Value

Miller's Worm Powders are described as gentle yet effective, causing no stomach disturbances or pain. The text claims immediate improvement after the first dose and complete cessation of internal troubles as worms are destroyed imperceptibly.

British Shipping After the War Safety of Mercantile Marine

London Chronicle warns that postwar danger to Britain’s mercantile supremacy grows as neutrals gain profits from shipping. Neutral funds could fuel postwar ship buying and shipyard investments while UK shipbuilding capacity remains unmatched and must be protected.

British Mercantile Marine United Kingdom London Chronicle

Truth Will Out on Skagerrack Victory Legend

A New York editorial questions German secrecy after a presumed Skagerrack victory. It argues that government concealment cannot long hide the truth from the people and warns that officials risk exposure if a dissenting voice speaks out. The piece spots Max Harden as a potential catalyst for leaks.

Skagerrack Max Harden New York

Prisoner challenges jury in dramatic courtroom exchange

The judge urged the prisoner to challenge any jurors. Hogan replied with a humorous taunt, declaring he would fight the ordinary man with one eye in the corner in front of the judge, adding a colorful line to the confrontation.

Weil

Des Moines Woman Credits Vegetable Compound Over Surgery

Des Moines resident Mrs. Juan at 708 Lyon St credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with saving her life after a serious illness and possible surgery. She praises its strength restoring effects and urges others to seek its help before opting for operation. The company offers confidential advice from Lynn Mass.

Des Moines Iowa Lydia E. Pinkham Buancus Jerresgon Lyon St

Manitoba Homesteads Open Farmland Awaiting Rail Link

J D A Evans notes Manitoba still offers homesteads between Lakes Winnipeg and Manitoba with open tracts in Riding Mountains north of Lake Winnipeg. Immigrants from Slavonic Europe are developing rough land into farms while Keewatin remains largely untapped. The Manitoban looks to war end as a trigger for a new influx of settlers and available land across districts.

Manitoba Winnipeg Lake Winnipeg Hudson Bay Europe Keewatin Tamarac J. D. A. Evans Farmer's Magazine

Dr Williams Pink Pills Promote Blood Health for Women

An advertisement urges women to treat blood deficiency with Dr Williams Pink Pills. It claims relief from headaches back pain poor appetite weak digestion weariness heart palpitations shortness of breath pallor and nervousness. The copy includes a testimonial from Mrs Wm Rowe of Toronto and notes price and mail order details.

Williams Dr. Williams Dr. Williams Medicine Co Brockville

Freedom of the Seas as German Dodge, Balfour Says

The London Daily Mail quotes Mr Balfour arguing that the phrase freedom of the seas is a German tactic to cripple naval power and let Germany wield unlimited force. He warns Britain will not permit it and says Americans should see the behind the sentimental term.

Mr Balfour Great Britain London Daily Mail

New Russian Shells Spark Rapid Advances in War

Reports claim a new shell, variously attributed to Japanese invention or Russian scientists, is supplied in large quantities to General Brussiloff. The weapon reportedly delivers unprecedented destruction and rapid capture of positions, with vast booty cited as evidence, though its exact nature remains undisclosed.

Brussiloff Morning Post Petrograd

A Safe Pill for Suffering Women

Par melee's Vegetable Pills claim to ease digestive irregularities caused by a sedentary lifestyle. The advertisement asserts the pills are mild yet effective, suitable for the most delicate women, and will restore health and vigor through soothing action.

Parmelee

Major Priestly Receives C. M. G. Award for Wittenberg Report

The Reverend Major Priestly R.A.M. C. earned the C. M. G. for his stark report on the horrors of the Wittenberg hospital camp. The King praised his service and its impact on understanding how Germany treated prisoners.

Th Wittenberg Germany

Irish settlement seen as wartime imperial strength

The London Chronicle argues that a future Irish settlement enabling harmony within Ireland and national reconciliation would strengthen the Empire. It warns that victory requires Ireland's aid and that resolving the Irish question now would lessen postwar strain and bolster imperial unity.

London Chronicle

Russia orders barbed wire from United States

The Russian government ordered 200000 tons of barbed wire in the United States, a purchase expected to exceed twelve million dollars at current prices. The move signals Russia plans to stay engaged in the war.

United States Ottawa Citizen

Bargain Counter Quest Turns to Mystery in Local Shop

Mr Bingley asks for his wife while Shopwalker notes several bargain counters. The exchange unfolds with humor as the search continues.

Mr. Bingley

Dairy Act to adjust pay for milk tests and cheese

The Dairy Act will shift pay for milk tests affecting butter fat incentives. The article notes the old system paid high testing herds less accurately for TaSing cheese, while low testing milk earned over value, urging patrons to select and breed herds for butter-fat production.

Heiress Bride Plan sparks labor-saving vow

In a playful exchange, Tom Huilo declares he will marry an heiress to gain labor-saving privileges. The remark highlights social ambitions and a lighthearted take on marriage and wealth.

Huilo Tom

Nerviline Promises Cure For Neuralgia And Pain

An advertisement claims Nerviline deeply penetrates tissue to reach congestion sources and equalizes circulation for lasting relief. It asserts rapid cure of neuralgia and related muscular pains including rheumatism sciatica lumbago strains and enlarged joints, with a 50 cent family bottle sold nationwide from the Catarrhozone Co Kingston Canada.

Catarrhozone Co Kingston Canada

Young farmer recalls seven decade farming ascent to partnership

W. L. Nelson profiles a man who narrates his rise from a few crippled chickens to owning 540 acres. He describes duck and egg sales, buying a Hereford steer, a mule, banker investment, three fattened steers for 215 dollars, later mules, wagons, a silo, and manure spreader. He aims to return home and become a partner with his father.

Middle Western College of Agriculture

Holloway's Corn Cure Claims Painless Corn Removal

Advertises Holloway's Corn Cure as a painless method to root out corns, promising relief without discomfort.

Holloway

India Changes with War Embedding in Empire Link

The piece argues that Indian autonomy must grow as part of wartime loyalty to the Empire. It asserts India cannot be treated as a mere appendage and notes a rising political self-consciousness among Indian princes soldiers and families in France.

France India London Daily News

Trade Openings in Russia and Reconstructive Era

The article argues Russia will need vast rails, locomotives, and agricultural and mining machinery for reconstruction after lean years. It notes 190 million people will push reforms, see a new era dawn beyond medieval ignorance, and stresses education to teach buying, with success earned by proactive businessmen.

Russia Philadelphia Ledger

Signs of Weather From Traditional Forecasts

A compact guide lists reliable signs for fair weather. It cites red sunsets predict clear days, a moon with clean edges signals little rain, steady westerly winds bring fair conditions, rising chimney smoke indicates clear weather, a gray morning suggests a fair day, and heavy dew at night hints no rain tomorrow. It notes animals and spiders may sense upcoming changes too.

St. Nicholas

Minard's Liniment touted by Drummondville hotel owner

Wilfrid Gagne of the Grand Central Hotel in Drummondville reports curing a valuable hunting dog of mange with Minard's Liniment after several veterinarians failed to provide lasting relief. The endorsement is dated August 3, 1904.

Minard

Canada’s First Farmer Louis Hebert to be commemorated in 1917

Louis Hebert the first farmer settler of Canada arrived in Quebec in 1617 with his family and began clearing soil on the site of today’s Cathedral of Quebec. He planted seed from France and raised apple and rose trees. A Citizen’s Committee plans a monument for the third centenary of his landing.

Canada Louis Hebert Paris Quebec Cathedral of Ste. Famille Street Hotel Dieu

O'Toole and Mulligan in Fiery Irish Friendship Pact

O'Toole and O'Brien speak of a quarrel avoided to protect their friendship. They admit both are quick-tempered and have agreed not to speak to each other to prevent a rift.

O’toole Phwat Mulligan Brien Mualligan

No, Day and Night Out Quote Sparked Quiet Laughter

A witty exchange plays on a misheard phrase about someone living in New York. The humor hinges on the pun that day is and night out. Readers enjoy the light repartee as part of a broader social moment.

New York

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Lydia E W. N. U. Tilé Postum Canadian Postum Ceres Co., Ltd Windsor, Ont Dad W. L. Nelson Fyeseen Os Maries Lye Remedy Co., Chics
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