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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 12, 1917
Page
6
The Turtle Auto, an American invention, is being built for use in World War I theaters in France and Flanders. Its curved shell deflects bullets, periscope-covered driver protection, and a crew of four soldiers with a four inch gun firing through small port holes. The design promises high survivability against incoming fire.
The Saskatoon Winter Fair Board chaired by Hon W C Sutherland plans prizes totaling 11000 for horses cattle sheep hogs and poultry at the December 4 5 and 6 event an increase of 5000 over last winter. The fair is first in a circuit with Regina Saskatoon and Calgary to boost cross city exhibitions and includes graded stock and a boys calf feeding competition for Canadian boys.
A German food shortage is underscored by Berlin strikes over bread rations and bakery thefts. Berlin plans to send 300 000 children to the countryside with $250 000 to nourish and air them while towns restrict visitors and prohibit food. Milk and cheese shortages and a mother fined for exceeding a daily allowance illustrate the crisis.
An Ottawa area testimonial touts Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People as a cure for anemia and thin blood. The patient, Mrs J McDonald of Hay Ontario, describes prior weakness, dizziness, and pain, then rapid improvement and full recovery after using the pills, priced at 50 cents per box or two dollars and fifty cents for six.
The New Republic notes that Congress has not embraced universal service but chosen selective conscription for wartime. It argues the draft is an emergency expedient, to be reconsidered after victory based on future international roles and conditions.
London Sunday Telegram notes the Kaiser’s Telegram to the Crown Prince shifts from ideas of domination to a focus on carrying the fight for existence to a glorious end. The phrase signals altered rhetoric and may reveal new aims for Germany on the eve of conflict.
An advertisement extols Parmelee’s Vegetable Pills as the most popular portable medicine. It claims accurate compounding using proven ingredients to regulate the digestive organs, asserting there is no surer medicine anywhere.
Burleigh recounts a comic moment as Pangs jokes provoke a fit of laughter. The quick exchange hints at a humorous routine and playful banter between the standup figures.
Advertisement urges early use of Dr J D Kelloge’s Asthma Remedy claiming it acts quickly on air passages to relieve asthma. It emphasizes the remedy brings comfort and suggests every home with asthma should have it.
A brief exchange shows concern over a trusted cashier's departure at the bank. The bank president notes the building remains intact and ready for a fresh start, signaling resilience after the loss.
The Calgary News Telegram notes that British and New York medical authorities advocate that tubercular soldiers in France may not be exempt from service if not seriously affected. Sir William Osler is quoted saying army life can cure pulmonary disease and that indoor living worsens tuberculosis. War may offer health benefits by exposing soldiers to fresh air and activity.
A witty exchange notes reluctance to chase poetry as a fugitive idea. The quip frames poetry as elusive and not worth pursuit. The brief remark captures a playful mood about creative writing and effort.
A Fulton New York woman recounts severe female weakness she suffered for over a year and credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health. Doctors warned an operation, but she improved and can work again according to a testimonial submitted via Mrs Nellie Phevs R F D No 5 Fulton.
Viviani delivers a fervent message to Canadians urging unity in the war effort. He likens democracy and liberty to a life and death struggle, appeals to mothers and freemen, and honors those fighting for justice and peace with unwavering resolve.
An official from the government condiment economy board visits a London residence to inspect cruets as part of domestic regulation. The inspection mirrors broader oversight of household liniments and supply items.
Advertisers claim the product ends anxiety for mothers by easing suffering in children with a guaranteed lasting effect.
Sir George Foster, Canada's Minister of Trade and Commerce, declares the prairie belt west of the Red River and Lake Winnipeg as the largest continuous expanse of rich soil on the American continent and capable of meeting a major share of the world’s wheat demand.
A traveler questions why a mark appears on the hat then reveals he pays 196.10 dollars for check in.
Advertisements report cures from Minard's Liniment in Mahone Bay and Bridgewater. Mrs A Livingstone and John Mader cite bronchitis asthma and rheumatism relief. Joshua A Wynacht states a severely sprained leg improved.
Dr John R Mohle Assistant Chief U S Bureau of Animal History argues that packers should buy hogs only after post mortem inspection. He says intelligent breeders will profit from healthy hogs while tuberculous hogs bring lower prices, deterring careless fattening practices.
Mr. Charles Webster of the Winnipeg Industrial Bureau reports the C P R has dropped veal suckling pig young lambs and squabs from menus across lake boats Pacific and Atlantic steamers B C coast steamers B C lake steamers CPR dining cars and CPR hotels The move aims to protect young animals and boost livestock production nationwide.
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