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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 16, 1905
Page
4
Mr. Perley urged action to curb consumption, claiming 10 percent of 1903 deaths in the Dominion were from the disease. He noted 30 000 to 40 000 afflicted with only 300 sanitarias available and called for federal leadership and public information to fight tuberculosis.
The piece notes Canada as an onlooker in the Russo Japanese War and describes waves of Russian exiles, mainly Jews, arriving in Montreal to escape conscription. It questions their future as settlers and citizens while signaling suspicions about Russians and Jews, yet urges offering a chance to prove themselves as brave Canadians.
Letter to the editor argues after Dr. Borden’s statement that Canada will take over Halifax and Esquimalt defence from Britain, signaling a new phase of military expenditure and implying higher costs for militia funding.
A writer argues against a large standing army for Canada, urging citizen rifle training to deter militarism and share defense costs. Cites Dr. Borden’s approach and notes Russell County districts Asessippi and Silver Creek with strong rifle clubs. Silver Creek leads in quick firing on record.
An expansive vintage ad extols Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for numerous female ailments and general debility. It promotes alleged safety, guarantees no alcohol or opiates, and claims unrivaled restorative power, while urging readers to ignore substitutes and claim profits tied to a promotional book offer.
A notice from R. Tingley states the client has restricted funds for real estate mortgages and mentions an opportunity to procure land scrip in Becka of Miacres at 3.50 dollars. The message notes acting at five shillings and references cheaper larger blocks and pricing.
In Silver Creek and nearby towns several young men express desire to join a rifle association and assist. The writer urges a meeting to organize a county tournament and award a trophy, framing it as wholesome sport and defense of the country. He signs as Patriot.
For sale listing includes three stallions aged three two and one with sires Aberdeen and dams Maud Bartlett Jennie of Spring and Nelile Blyth. Eight bulls by Knight o Lancaster 27753 and Ivanhoe. Also cows with calves and heifer calves. Apply to W Bennie Casticavery for further particulars.
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