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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
4
A brief newspaper notice from The Banner indicates a publication schedule and the publisher name PH MOINTYR PUBLISHER. The readable fragments reference March and a modest distribution cadence, noting the office and location in Russell Manitoba with limited legible details.
A bulletin by Ontario Department of Agriculture and Prof. W. H. Day argues lightning rods provide protection. It cites Ottawa 1912 94 percent efficiency and insurance reports showing rodded farms far less lightning damage. Day notes metallic connections with buildings and no insulators as proper rodding methods, reflecting newer practice versus early usage.
The Times reports Admiral Sir Percy Scott urges halting construction of all warships except submarines. He argues surface ships are obsolete against submarines and cannot be safely protected in port or at sea, citing strategic shifts in naval power.
A speaker argues that high seas limits and Canada’s role tempt Britain away from mercy in costly shipbuilding. He advocates replacing the Admiralty fleet with submarines and aircraft, adding a few fast cruisers if a safe wartime haven can be found.
June 19 Binscarth travels to Russell for a baseball clash. June 26 Rossburn visits Binscarth and Birtle hosts Foxwarren. June 29 Foxwarren plays Binscarth and Russell meets Birtle. July 3 Rossburn goes to Russell for a league tilt.
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