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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
7
The piece argues that auto makers are applying mass production to aviation with many manufacturers investing in aviation motors. It notes farmers could benefit from flying machines, asserts flying is safe with high inherent strength, and compares aviation to the automobile’s mass-market rise, predicting the first to scale aviation like Ford will dominate the flying world.
A Life magazine quip mocks dinner dynamics asking for a "heavyweight" guest to sit on a tense table, joking about bringing a fat friend Nome to save the feast from awkwardness. The wit highlights social banter over meals and seating.
CPR officials state the Selkirk tunnel will be through by fall, a six mile mountain passage costing about 12 million dollars. The project promises an alternative mountain route, fewer snow sheds, reduced danger, and greater passenger comfort. Since inception CPR has invested over 200 million in western development.
Physicians promote Dr Hamilton's Pills of Mandrake and Butternut as mild laxatives. They claim to restore bowel activity, strengthen the stomach, and purify blood. A 25 cent box is advertised for headaches biliousness and disordered digestion.
The article argues newspaper advertising popularized cars by reaching farmers, business people, and doctors, turning the automobile into a common necessity. It credits advertising with creating demand, lowering prices while increasing quality, and expanding the industry beyond its early unknown status.
The remedy for corns and warts is noted for easy removal and a high success rate, with rare failures mentioned as its strongest recommendation.
The article warns avalanches as Italy's enemy in Alpine stations with the same danger as heavy artillery. It notes sudden movement in snow can bury men and guns, with an artillery Colonel stating a recent loss of forty men and two guns.
A father explains to his child that a financier is someone who can live on income from money he never had and has no reason to expect, contrasting wealth with expectation. The dialogue frames financial cunning as living off potential earnings rather than actual possession.
Eight year old Ted cheerfully explains joining a neighborhood club and proudly proclaims his role as Member after being asked what office he holds. The scene reflects small community life and the enthusiasm of youth in civic groups.
The Duchess of Devonshire, Mistress of the Robes to the Queen, stands among Her Majesty’s closest friends. She is mother to seven children, daughter of the Marquess of Lansdowne, of slender build with dark hair, and is known for wearing quieteast-looking gowns.
A fragmented item quotes a speaker discussing Minard's Liniment and a woman’s uncle, implying romantic encouragement. The exchange includes remarks about the aunt's age and a possible leaning into a relationship, reflecting social commentary rather than a clear event.
A outspoken guest at a new boarding house is pressed to bless the meal. He looks around the table and responds with a terse remark, leaving the scene without further detail.
A harsh wartime editorial argues that true security in Europe requires complete military defeat of Germany rather than mere economic victory. It warns that German morale and belief in arms invincibility must be broken, or future peace efforts will fail. It contends food security and sustained supply are essential if another three years of war were to occur.
An 19th century advertisement urges mothers to treat children with Miller's Worm Powder to prevent worm damage to infants. It claims the powder acts quickly to expel worms without harming the child and lists signs indicating a treatment is needed.
British makers have produced a clear unbreakable glass crystal for wrist watches and are rushing to supply urgent demand for military use. Time visibility is crucial for firing procedures and daily duties, and plastic faces are noted as inflammable while metal grills hinder quick reading.
A reflective quote frames a political leader as someone who senses public sentiment and pushes the crowd in that direction with loud affirmation. It emphasizes charisma and alignment with popular mood.
Over two hundred University of Saskatchewan students have enlisted and about two hundred University of Alberta students are in the trenches or en route.
The Steamer W. Grant Morden of Canada Steamship Lines cleared Port Arthur with 490,72523 bushels of wheat on July 16, a haul shipping men call record. Captain Neil Campbell received the cargo from the Canadian Northern elevator, weighing about 15,000 tons, equal to ten trains of fifty cars each. The prior record of 470,000 bushels was by the American vessel Snyder Jr.
A period ad claims Parmelee's Vegetable Pills provide mild effective relief for digestive complaints in women. It asserts no violent pains or purges occur and cites testimonials from thousands of female users as support.
Official figures show 2 946 uninterned enemy aliens in Great Britain including 6 756 military age men exempt from internment. Nine of these are employed by Deutsche Bank in London. Authorities say bank surveillance provides information not otherwise obtainable.
A young husband asks his wife to switch from angel food to liver and onions, fearing it may test their love. She urges honesty, and he admits fatigue with their meals, seeking a change without harming their bond.
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