Davies Company profits in 1916 bacon claim declared false
The William Davies Company rebutts reports that the Department of Labor said profits on bacon in 1916 reached five million dollars. Figures show 1916–17 activities include 1,043,000 head of live stock and 160 million pounds of meats with per unit profits under one cent. The firm notes assets of 13.385 million dollars, total turnover of 40 million, and 1.69 percent net profit after tax.
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William Davies Company
Bacon
Department of Labor
Imperial
War Office Service
Canada
War Office
Panies
O'Connor
England
Mr. O'Connor
William Davies Company Defends Costing Methods in Ottawa Inquiry
The William Davies Company challenges the Commissioners report on meat cost of living, disputing margins claimed for bacon and pork, alleging misinterpretation of cold storage definitions, missing operating costs, and inconsistent data handling. It urges a formal public inquiry and government oversight to ensure accurate, nonharmful conclusions.
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Britain
Canada
William Davies Company
Europe
United States
Ottawa
Odd Bits and Banter From The Public Squabbles And Jests
A collage of quips and anecdotes spans social mishaps and sharp wit. A bank cashier dispute ends with a defiant demand while a shopper negotiates with a knife and a butcher. A front line joke and a Kentuckian executor tale add local flavor to this humorous slice of daily life.
Chaplains At The Front Serve Church, Canteen, and Theater
A front line report describes chaplains operating canteens, libraries, and cinemas within field tents. It notes profits funding troop needs, and the use of church services, morale boosting shows, and exhibitions to support soldiers. The piece highlights cross denomination cooperation and the adapting of ritual to wartime conditions.
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Mitch
Tme
Tyme
Montreal
Canada
Ionund
France
Barbarians and Civilized World Reflections on War
The Daily Telegraph quotation recalls that early in the war the “barbarians” label was rejected as false and that civilization may waver when faced with Kultur’s deeds. The message condemns the blood stained calendar of murders by land and sea and honors peaceful citizens who lie in unidentifiable remnants.
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Berlin
Kultur
Daily Telegraph
The Sun Shines for All in Sleeping Car Porter Tale
A brief item notes a sleeping car porter working a shift described as four quarters of effort. The line hints at equal opportunity or universal service themes without detailing events or names.
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T- William Davies Company Limited
Toronto
E. C. Fox
THE
William Davies Company, Limited
Puck
New York Times
New York
Mamie Backrow
McDougall
London
Bill
Ben Walker
Ben
New York Tribune
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