28 Sep 1917
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Newspaper
Watson Witness
Location
Watson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Sep 28, 1917
Page
1
British wartime notes report 13 merchant ships over 1600 tons sunk by submarines and mines last week, plus 2 ships under 1600 tons. Three or ten other merchants were attacked but escaped. During the week 2775 ships arrived and 2601 sailed from British ports.
Civil military debate on ending the Treaty of Parte to boost Canadian unity and language policy. French battalions face prejudice, prompting calls for equal treatment and to recruit more soldiers like the British-born Canadians. Some see improvement in the 1éth Battalion and Sind Battalion’s performance in the first division.
A terse wartime note recounts escape attempts by soldiers during hard months in the front line trenches. The narrative mentions days of danger and the return to camp as the war pressed on.
An article describes absent military members brought before the police court for questioning and ordered to be escorted to their next proceedings. Names, dates, and localities are poorly legible but indicate disciplinary or administrative actions within a neighborhood.
A letter to the New York Times reviews British and German warfare methods, praising bold naval strategy and rapid assaults. It notes the Huntiah fighting at Messines and the steady aim of British forces from Ypres to Vimy, highlighting impetuosity and evolving tactics.
An Essex lad figure captivates residents with a puzzling tale as details remain scarce. Community members speculate on origins and significance while authorities review available clues.
The article notes a royal visit by the Queen to meet Principal Weeser and Mrs Warner. It describes the cordial reception and the engagement in ceremonial duties within the school setting, highlighting interactions with staff and students.
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