Requiescat in Pace for Sir Wilfrid Laurier
Obituary dispatch notes the funeral of Liberal Leader Sir Wilfrid Laurier at Notre Dame Cemetery Ottawa. It lauds his half century as Liberal head and sixteen years as Prime Minister, praising his eloquence in French and English and his impact on Canadian politics.
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Reat
Wilfrid G Uutier
Notre Dame
Ottawa
Fligs
Liberal Party
Canada
Dvén
New‘éth
Gtp
Cartier
Mercier
Quebec East
English Canada
Wilfrid Laurier
A Victory Highway Proposal Favored as Feasible Plan
A letter from A J McNevin argues for a three million dollar Provincial highway financed by debentures and paid to locals with interest. He estimates twenty thousand dollars per mile despite higher farm losses within ten miles. A public meeting to decide on financing and memorial shape is urged for timely action.
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A. J. McNevin
L. A
McNevin
Where Britain Stood In War And Peace Efforts
The article extols Britain as the wartime leader with the French army second, noting British army strength and Marshal Foch's praise of British blows against Germany. It credits British science with key inventions like the depth bomb and wireless telephony, and discusses the Peace Conference shaping the League of Nations under Wilson’s influence, but led by Lloyd George Smuts and Lord Cecil.
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Marshal Foch
Admiralty
Germany
League of Nations
Wilson
Mr. Lloyd-George
General Smuts
Lord Cecil
The Modern Ninety and Nine
A parable about a wanderer among a hundred sheep and a hundred men. One leaves the flock to seek freedom and loses his way, while the others fail to pursue, forming fences around themselves and leaving him in the wilds. The tale contrasts misplaced self reliance with neglect of those at risk.
Bounties Set for Fishermen and Vessel Owners
A 1918 19 bounty plan authorizes a total of 160000 dollars. Vessel owners receive one dollar per registered ton up to eighty dollars. All fishermen get 6.25 dollars, with fishing boat owners earning one dollar per boat. Eligible fishermen on compliant boats receive 3.80 dollars each.
Dalhousie Heritage Ties Through Scottish History
The Dalhousie family lineage links to Simon de Ramsay in late 12th century Scotland. The ninth Earl once governed Canada for ten years. Dalhousie estate lies near Edinburgh and the grand house draws interest for Princess Patricia’s dowry preparations. Royal wedding notes cover Princess Patricia and other family milestones amid wartime constraints.
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Dalhousie
Patricia
Simon de Ramsay
Canada
Midlothian
Edinburgh
Westminister
Abby
Prince Arthur of
Connaught
Duchess of Fife
Chapel Royal
St. James’ Palace
Beatrice
Osborne
Windsor Castle
Buckingham Palace
Remembrance and Social News From The Guardian
In loving memory of Elizabeth Louson dated February 23, 1918, with quotes from Harriet Beecher Stowe. Announcements include Miss Leonora Beer’s London marriage to Lieut. C H Powell and notes on returning veterans, nurses’ gatherings, and social events hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Carruthers Along with fashion notes on spring neckwear, lace, and new community activities.
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Patricia
Wallace Revelle
America
Atlantic
Pacific
London
Adriatic
Paris
Revelle
Jean McLean
Souris
Roy McLean
Lieut
Roy. McLean
France
Elizabeth
Bessie) Louson
Leonora Beer
Canada appoints Lady Perley and Mrs McDonald to represent
In a government note the Port Loudon telephone line is cited as a contact. DA Abercorn travels to Ireland for a council meeting. Lady Perley is named to represent Canada while Mrs McDonald, daughter of Sir Thomas McKenzie, is named as representative for New Zealand.
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Loudon
Victory Highway memorial proposal for Charlottetown region
A letter argues for a permanent memorial is best served by a 150 mile Victory Highway linking Charlottetown Summerside and Borden with an electric railway prospect. It outlines costs 3 million dollars government supports and anticipated land value increases from the project.
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Corporal Cotton
Engine Troubles and Air Flow Checks for Car Choking
Reader questions diagnose engine choking from too much fuel and insufficient air. Advice covers inspecting auxiliary air valves, choke mechanisms, vacuum feed tank valves, and possible loose needle valves in the carburetor. Also notes possible lost motion in transmissions and clutches causing sudden jerks on start.
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A. A. Bartlett
Éa Orane
Ds Ri. Burnett
K. Currie
Britain
Art Christian
Beaconsfield
St. James’ Guild
Duke of Devonshire
Rose Longworth
A. A. McLean
Toronto
Queen Mary
Guardian
W. S&s. Louson
Lord of
Harriet Beecher Stowe
J. F. Whear
GW. V
C. H. B. Longworth
Hillcrest
Sheen
Bagnall
War Workers Club
J. O. Hyndman
Cash
W .E. Hyndman
Malcolm
Jan
Bank of Nova Scotia
C. C. Thompson
Montague Wis
New Brunswick
Yolanda
Italy
Prince of Wales
Helena
Patricia of
Mamorial Hall
R. T. Holman Co., Ltd
Confederation
Charlottetown
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Summerside
Borden
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Service Bureau Review’ of Reoviougs
Albert L. Clough
Moat
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MacNevin
Bonshaw
Canadian Pacific
C. PR
Montreal
Pacific Coast
Canadian Pacific Ticket Office
Great George
H. M. Davison
Great-West Life
The
Great-West Life Assurance Company
Golf Bros Ltd
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