Britain Praises Dominion War Spirit In Commons Debate
In the British House of Commons, Secretary of State for the Colonies Walter Long lauds the overseas armies of the Dominions and crown colonies. He cites sacrifices, heavy war expenditure, and loyalty of troops from Australia to South Africa, urging fair treatment and continued imperial unity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
Walter Hume Mg
Long
Australia
New Zealand
Canada
South Africa
Great Britain
British East Africa
Indian Association of
United Kingdom
Mr. Long
United
Africa
Uganda
Ceye
Hong Kong
He & c
East Africa
Funeral in Glasgow and a well dressed stranger
Harry Lauder recounts a Glasgow funeral where a polished stranger sits among mourners. The curious trio question him and he reveals he is not a brother, cousin, or friend of the deceased, explaining he came to see if he could pass the test by joining the service.
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Harry Lauder
Glasgow
Corp
Far-Flung Battles and British Forces in World War I
The article notes England’s far flung war lines with two million men in France and a sea British navy control since the war began. It references expeditions in Mesopotamia and at Salonika, plus British monitors and forces in action.
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England
Kipling
France
Mesopotamia
Saloniki
Illiteracy Count Highlighted in United States Debate
A report cites 5,500,000 illiterates in the United States and notes concerns raised by observers about literacy gaps. The discussion centers on implications for education policy and access to opportunities.
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United States
Effective Strength of Canadian Expeditionary Force Declines
Ottawa figures show the CEF total enlistments to June 30 at 424,456 with an effective strength of 256,993 and non effective strength of 167,463. Regional totals place 18,475 in Canada 100,539 in England 132,279 in France 3,944 at sea and 756 in the Near East. Casualty data up to July 31 list 17,338 killed in action 6,001 died of wounds 1,345 died of sickness 70,645 wounded 2460 prisoners of war and 2,789 presumed dead with missing officers and ranks also noted.
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Militia Department
Ottawa
A. K. Maclean
M.P
Canadian Expeditionary Force
Canada
England
France
Sea
Near East
Metric System Urged After War To Standardize Measures
The American Penman argues nations should adopt metric weights and measures after the war. He notes Europe and South America already use the metre, gram, and liter, while the U S clings to yard, pound, and gallon. He says urban growth blurs old measures and urges abandoning Anglo Saxon terms for scientific units.
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Europe
South America
The Home as an Economic Asset on the Farm
The article argues that the home and especially the woman who runs it are vital economic assets in farming. It notes neglect of home life compared to new machinery and barns and calls for greater recognition and better home conveniences to relieve labor and improve farm success.
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Semeinnat
Maaan Destreer
Tees
German Youths Called To Colors in WWI Front Deployments
Analysis shows Germany drew heavily on underage classes from 1915 to 1919 to fill infantry ranks. About 40 percent of frontline troops came from the 1915–1919 cohorts, with ongoing conscription of 1919 and examination of 1920. Training periods shrank as losses rose, underscoring dire manpower strain.
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Germany
Germans in self made trap says The North American Review
The North American Review argues Germany is trapped by militarists led by the Crown Prince Ludendorff and Hindenburg. It says only a world accepted peace is possible and Germany must be driven from France Belgium Serbia Romania and must surrender gains and colonies.
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Geo. Harvey
North American Review
Kaiser
Frankenstein
Germany
Ludendorff
Hindenburg
France
Belgium
Serbia
Romania
Poland
Alsace
Lorraine
Luxemburg
Heaviest Traffic Centre Fifth Avenue Traffic Census
A New York traffic census reaffirms Fifth Avenue at Forty-second Street as the nation’s heaviest traffic center. It counts 1,296 motor buses and 130 trains per hour in both directions, with passenger motor cars making up about two thirds of the total traffic.
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Fifth Avenue
Forty-second Street
New York
United States
Unclear Quote Highlights Postwar Economic Warning
Fragmentary remark cites Lord Rhondda urging greater energy and output from the United Kingdom to surpass prewar quantities, stressing the need for effort beyond peace conditions.
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Lord Rhondda
Royal Jewels Hidden Abroad Before War Declared
Reports claim Russian royal jewels were sent to Germany for safekeeping before World War I. The czarina allegedly entrusted them to the Grand Duke of Hesse, with emissaries traveling via Finland and Sweden. Valued at nearly a million dollars, the gems were said to be held in a German vault awaiting the Romanoffs.
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Imomanoff
Petrograd
Czarina
Imstadt
Germany
Russia
Alexandra Alice of Hesse
Hesse
Finland
Sweden
New York City
New York
Commission
Czarima
Narodny
Kremlin
A S
Ter
Hermitage
Perial
Hermi
Winter’ Palace
Provisional Government
Moscow
Belgian Grenadiers Band Visits London on Provincial Tour
The Belgian Grenadiers Band visited London on a provincial tour. The 70 man unit holds a prestigious Belgian position akin to the British Guards and helped hold a key Loos sector during fighting.
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London
Loos
Why Not Boycott Germany War Aims Thought Experiment
The article ponders whether presenting Allied peace terms to Germany with a threat to close all ports and markets would impact German war spirit and economy. It questions why a boycott should fail and argues such a weapon could succeed if applied to press for peace terms.
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Germany
London
Bally News
Too Many Baths Mentioned In Odd Humorous Snippet
A humorous 19th century quip from London Tit-Bits describes George hindered by a mother insisting on cleanliness. Despite repeated baths George thrives, then blames his mother for overwatering him in a playful aside.
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George
London
Prohibition Downs Population in Crimson Gulch
Broncho Bob and another resident discuss how prohibition has driven away several Crimson Gulch citizens who formerly produced licker as a livelihood, leaving the town smaller and quieter.
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Crimson Gulch
Broncho Bob
Naval warfare progress and rising U boat pressure
A historical naval overview highlights rapid wartime tech gains and the shifting balance of power as Allied naval production intensifies. It notes American attention to new designs, comparing Queen Elizabeth era battleships with modern Pennsylvania Arizona classes and future 40 000 ton ships with 16 inch guns.
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Hector Bywater
Germany
United States
Elizabeth
Pennsylvania
Arizona
Daylight Saving Across Nations Cuts Fuel Use
The clocks move one hour ahead in 12 nations including Great Britain France Germany and Italy as a wartime measure to save coal gas and electricity. The Nation's Business reports notable savings and improved worker health and efficiency with Britain cutting lighting by 20 percent and gas by 9 percent while Vienna sees $142 000 monthly gas savings.
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Great Britain
France
Germany
Austria
Italy
Holland
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
Portugal
Australia
Ireland
Vienna
New Slang That Proves Age Before Youthful Fads
A feature discusses how slang rises and fades, with examples of phrases like Good night and Cut it out. It cites Prof. R P Utter on Harper's Magazine and traces origins to Shakespeare and Sheridan, noting American and English usage across eras.
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R. P. Utter
Harper's Magazine
William Shakeare
Henry
Sheridan
Fish Car Express Service Aimed at Atlantic Canada
A plan to boost fish supply in Canada outlines a dedicated refrigerated car service from the Maritimes to Toronto. The move marks the first step toward an Atlantic to Central Canada fish express, targeting improved market availability for seafood products.
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Low
Levane
Scotia Coast
Toronto
Atlantic
Canada
Sea Food
Fragmentary query on regiment service duration
Incomplete OCR fragment asks about length of service in a regiment and mentions battles or units but text is garbled. No clear individuals, dates, places, or events are readable to confirm a specific item.
Great Britain and Africa Call for US Wheat Staples
The report notes Britain and Africa request U S wheat as essential staple crops. Experts identify wheat as a key staple alongside domestic foods from the United States. The piece highlights trade demands and staple food supply considerations.
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Great Britain
Africa
United States
American Surgeons Learn From Wounded at London Hospital
Maj. J a Shwait, United States Reserve Surgeon, arrived from France to study methods used on 1350 wounded at a London hospital. Major Goldthwait and twenty American medics have been in France observing care to improve healing and return to active duty.
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London Hospital
J.ashwait
United States
Goldthwait
France
Surat
Dr Williams Pink Pills Promised To Restore Nervous Health
An old advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy for nervous weakness and fatigue caused by poor blood. It claims the pills restore vigor, energy, and mental balance, urging readers to buy by mail from The Williams Medicine Co. with prices listed.
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Williams
Dr. Wiliams
Fifiams’ Medicine Co
Canadian Amateurs and Soldiers in the War Effort
In Ottawa discussions on the role of Canadians abroad, Mr Pardee argues against professional elites, noting amateurs can serve with soldiers at the front. W Reynolds highlights Canadian Magazine pieces about generals Curry and Bruce and others to raise Canada’s wartime profile. Max F. Wolff of the New York Herald discusses his own draft stance and willingness to fight for the United States.
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Canada
Ottawa
Pardee
Sowie
W. Reynolds
Curry
Mercer
Bruce
Canae
Max F. Wolff
Man Herald
New York
Sta Stripes
Credit in good intentions amid tense negotiations
Ambiguity lingered as parties pursued dialogue to align aims and avoid conflict. Leaders from involved groups expressed intent to cooperate, while differences over terms threatened progress.
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