British ignore Bernstorff as relief commission offers Wilhelmina cargo
London reports the Commission for Relief in Belgium has not replied to its bid to buy the American steamship Wilhelmina cargo, diverting her from Hamburg to avert an international incident. Britain rejects Bernstorff’s guarantees on civilian use, doubting any assurance under German wartime food controls. If unpurchased, Wilhelmina would likely be steered to an English port with government payment. Also an advertisement for castor oil at 15c per bottle from The Two Macs.
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London
Commission For Relief In
Belgium
Hamburg
Germany
Washington
Count von Bernstorff
United States
British Foreign Office
Bernstroff
Relief Commission
Wilhelmina
South Pinette
Mabel McInnis
William McInnis
Rosebery
Neil Ross
Neil Morrison
R. H. Hubley
Angus McKenzie
T. W. Morrison
CG. S. MacDonald
Land of the Maple
C. S. MacDonald
F. McPhee
M. B. McRae
Jane Mackenzie
Katie Cantelo
Hazel McKenzie
Angus Murchison
Helen MacKenzie
J. D. McRae
Mr Allan MacDonald
Bridget
Food contraband ruling uncertain says Times report
London dispatch notes The Times states no British decision on treating foodstuffs as contraband has been communicated to the United States. The American papers’ reference appears tied to a specific Withelinona case, not a general policy.
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London
Germany
the Times
United States
Central Drugstore Offers Wide Range of Hot Water Bottles
Foster at Central Drugstore advertises a large selection of hot water bottles from $1.00 upward and guarantees each bottle for twelve months from the date of purchase.
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Ay Foster
Central Drugstore
Electric bill discount drives February deadline
The Central Guardian urges residents to pay their electric light bill before February 10 to secure a discount. The issue notes subscription offers for The Morning Guardian and Toronto Saturday Night and reports on local school notes, church missions, and community events across Charlottetown.
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Toronto
The
Morning Guardian
the Guardian
A. McKinnon
P. O
Charlottetown
V. D. D. Remedy Cures Various Skin Ailments
A testimonial claims v. D. D. Remedy heals eczema psoriasis pimples salt rheum hives barber's itch ringworm and more. The ad notes many cases cured with a simple bottle and directs readers to Central Drugstore for purchase.
Last day to pay January electric light bills
Wednesday marks the final day to receive discounts on January lighting charges. Pay today to save money and avoid penalties. reference 8521-2:8M3i appears in the notice.
Food Prices Advancing in Belgium and Germany
Berlin reports bread sales under new rules with no quantity limit yet enforced per person weekly. Swine prices soar to 95 to 100 marks per 50 kilograms as feed cuts bite, beer prices expected to rise, and unions’ supervisors observe with no rush to buy. In London, relief commission has not received a reply to its offer to buy the Wilhelmina cargo, risking an international incident if ships proceed to Germany.
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Berlin
Hague
London
National Brewers’ Association
Commission For Relief In
Belgium
Hamburg
Germany
Washington
Count von Bernstorff
United States
Foreign Office
Bernstorff
Relief Commission
Great Blessing to Be Freed of Indigestion
Letter-writer discusses indigestion linked to liver kidney and bowel derangements. Advocates Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills as a preventive cure after claiming testing. Testimonial from J D S Barrett of Nelson British Columbia describes long illness and relief after eight boxes, with offer details for purchase in Toronto.
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Dr. Chase
Barrett
Edmanson, Bates & Co., Limited
Toronto
No Free Bread Policy in Berlin Cafes
Berlin reports Allied restaurant and hotel keepers will charge for all bread served at meals. A Dresden despatch notes the municipal council decreed all bread baked there must meet government standards. Berlin stockyards record higher hog prices with top quotation at 105 marks per 110 pounds.
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Berlin
Dresden
Official at fault in his geography
In Niagara Falls Canada a Maple Leaf Milling flour consignment bound for Salonika was seized as contraband of war. A misinformed Niagara Falls customs official caused the error. the flour will be sent on to its Greek destination. In London King George VI met Sir John and ministers, then traveled to Dover aboard a cruiser guarded by destroyers and battleships.
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Women’s Missionary Society
Cherry Valley Methodist Church
Dingwell Jenkins
D. P. Irving
Benj. Mutch
RED Cross
Stanhope
The
Red Cross Society
Maggie C. Lawson
Malcolm S. McLeod
Louis Marshall
Gladys Ross
Charlottetown
Toronto
Toronto Board of Trade
Niagara Falls
Ont
Maple Leaf Milling Company
Salonika
Maple Leaf
Greece
Asquith
Winston Churchill
the Admiralty
Lloyd George
Sir John
London
Charing Cross
Dover
Calais
King and French confer in London secret visit
London dispatch reports Sir John French, commander in France and Belgium, flew to London for talks with the King and War Council. The exchange occurred privately at Lancaster Gate and was not disclosed to the press. French returned to the front after the January 12 arrival.
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London
Sir John French
France
Belgium
War Council
Sir John
Lancaster Gate West
Buckingham Palace
John
Young Canadian Officer Killed at the Front
Toronto February 5 News of Lieut Norman C Nelles cousin of Harland Walker reaches him by cable. Nelles son of Colonel Charles M Nelles served with the Northampton Fusiliers at the front. A Brantford native and Toronto resident, he departed for France on his twenty first birthday after leaving the city to join his regiment in London late October.
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Toronto
Harland Walker
Norman C. Nelles
Charles M. Nelles
Northampton Fusiliers
Brantford
London
France
Ad Copy for Gem Junior Razor and Strop Offer
A druggist advertises the Gem Junior Safety Razor promising excellent results for only one dollar. It also touts the Ney-a-hone Strop claiming cost savings, with the dealer A. Foster offering the items alongside a catalog-like line of numbers indicating a product code.
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F. A. Foster
Railways Report Inward Trains At PEI Depot
Inward trains were readied at the PEI railway depot as crews prepared for schedules. Shippers awaited cargo movements and officials coordinated arrivals to maintain smooth operations. Local stations logged expected arrivals and departures for the day.
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Mildred Cousins
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