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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 29, 1915
Page
6
A Philadelphia North American opinion piece denounces Germany as driven by militarism and savagery. It argues the nation has taught the world a dangerous lesson, beyond the pale of civilization, and that even future wars may fail to expiate its blood guilt.
Advertises Dr J D Kellogg’s asthma remedy as eradicating the cause and providing relief after long study and testing. Describes empire or vapor as its active agent and asserts the treatment prevents lingering asthma.
Each army uses a unique rifle. Russians hold the longest rifle, French the longest bayonet, Austrians the heaviest bullet. French and Austrians push the largest calibres. German rifle reaches greatest muzzle velocity. British rifle is shortest, but with bayonet becomes longer than Belgian and Austrian counterparts.
A clipped dialogue shows an officer amid a recruit challenge muttering about direction and cold feet. The line hints at tension and uneven command as the officer tries to steady the moment.
A 1855 verse by Charles Mackay calls England and France to arms for humankind. It praises united states, guardians of Europe’s laws, and their twin banners as symbols of freedom. The poem urges foes of peace to beware, framing victory as noble and just.
Russia's field kitchens use enormous portable soup kettles that hold about 1,500 portions each. After preparation in the rear, the kettles are insulated to keep soup hot for hours and delivered to front line troops for serving in the trenches.
The anti cruelty society offers paper water buckets with reinforced bottoms for repeated use at public fountains to prevent glanders and similar horse diseases. Foldable and pocket portable, these buckets sell for just over two cents each and are credited with helping keep hundreds of horses infection free.
Mr O Beese cautions his young wife to slow down as she hurries along. He quotes the proverb The more waist the less speed to emphasize measured steps in domestic life.
The fragmentary line suggests a dialogue about daybreak and darkness and the gloom of subway tunnels. It references Pennsylvania and a son, then contrasts light with darkness in an urban setting.
The Farmers Advocate urges Western Canada to balance wealth with education, home life, and community growth. It recalls pioneer hardships, warns against money-focus eroding social aims, and stresses planning fields, shelters, and schools to shape a stable, attractive agricultural future led by purposeful farmers.
In a lively exchange Mr Cityman notes French soldiers as expert fencers while Farmer Meddergress reacts with surprise. The dialogue shifts quickly from a rail versus barbed wire debate to a casual wartime remark reflecting rural and urban perspectives on the conflict.
A Canadian woman details years of heart trouble and nervous prostration caused by coffee and tea, claiming Postum helped her quit caffeinated drinks. She reports improved nerves, steady heart, and restored energy after switching to Postum, marketing the product and its varieties.
Farmers' Advocate argues to engage youth in farming by making farming a personal venture. Give sons ownership of animals and crops, start young, and avoid downgrading stock. Emphasize poultry, pigs, lambs, calves, and rewarding sales to foster pride in farming for both boys and girls.
A government analyst certifies Baby's Own Tablets as free from injurious drugs and effective for constipation indigestion colds and fevers. Mrs Donald Ettinger of Georgefield Nova Scotia reports they consistently benefit her children and she keeps them in the house. Sold by medicine dealers or mail order for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
Sneezing arises from several causes such as bright light pollen or dust. A cold triggers sneezing as a cure by nature to warm the blood and combat the illness. The body convulses in a full bodily sneeze and deep breathing can often abort a cold related attack.
An old health notice touts Miller's Worm Powders as a remedy for intestinal hook worms in children. It claims the product will kill worms regardless of variety and repair damage to the intestinal lining if used.
A barometer of prosperity shows Saskatchewan residents paid over $2,000,000 in life insurance premiums last year, up by $160,000 from the year before. The health index is reflected by total losses amounting to only one-tenth of premiums.
A brief dialogue where a son asks if a vessel is a boat and the father agrees a blood vessel is a lifeboat, highlighting a playful pun before bedtime. Minard's is requested but not mentioned further.
An anecdote from The Busy East contrasts a slovenly farmer who decries time spent at Farmers Institutes fairs and demonstrations with neighbors who prosper from such time. It argues he would have benefited from learning more about farming and from social learning opportunities like a Sunday school picnic.
The live tock commissioner of Alberta states that despite elevated grain prices since the war began there has been little depletion in livestock raised by farmers and ranchers. Hogs show quicker market response but the hog industry also grows, while horses cattle and sheep across the province increase in importance.
Do not keep ducks and chickens in the same house or runs. Their habits differ significantly and one species will not thrive. Ducks require a distinct feeding method and should be kept in separate yards from fowl.
A dialogue about memory loss ends with a satirical twist as one person recalls paying in advance for a doctor’s services, highlighting the punchline of the exchange. The snippet suggests a humorous misdirection centered on payment and memory.
The Boston Monitor reports Canada’s economy shows signs of improvement with a strong crop outlook and rising war orders. Exports of surplus wheat may reach 150 million dollars and total surplus crop exports could hit about 250 million dollars, aiming for a trade balance in Canada’s favor by year end if factory demand remains steady.
Recognized as the leading specific for worm destruction, Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator has proven a boon to suffering children everywhere. It seldom fails.
The head of a company quietly investigates a district with slipping business. He notes the firm will be about half a million ahead of the first half of the year, comparing it to being ahead of the undertaker.
Mrs Massey long plagued by psoriasis finds no cure from doctors but reports full recovery after using Dr Chase s Ointment. She says eight boxes cured her psoriasis and skin itching with no remaining sores. The letter urges others to try the ointment as a proven remedy for eczema and related itching.
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