Returned Soldiers Aid Commission Works For Ontario
The Soldiers' Aid Commission in Ontario, led by secretary C N Cochrane, aims to support veterans returning from active service. The Canadian Patriotic Fund backs this by interviewing each man in Quebec and guiding local committees to secure employment and aid while respecting pension rules.
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Soldiers’ Aid Commission For
Ontario
C. N. Cochrane
Parliament Buildinga
Toronto
Hospitals Commission
Canada
Europe
Quebec
Canadian Patriotic Fund
Soldiers’ Aid Commission of
Minard's Liniment Promoted For Grippe Relief
A reader attests to benefit from Minard's Liniment during a severe La Grippe attack and notes repeated effectiveness in inflammation. The letter frames the product as a trusted remedy from last winter.
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Minard’s Liniment Co., Limited
Minard
Hon. Martin Burrill Appeals Farmers for More Livestock Output
A letter from The Hon. Martin Burrill thanks Canadian farmers for past cooperation in boosting production and urges continued effort to supply the lifeblood of armies in the field. He strongly advocates increased livestock production to meet wartime needs.
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Martin Burrill
Prohibition in Russia and its perceived effects in war
Waclaw Czerniewski notes Russian prohibition reduced liquor demand and crime, boosted sobriety and national prosperity, and improved army performance. He contrasts Russian press freedom with England's, claims few protests against Tsarist policy, and asserts sober soldiers fought more durably with fewer alleged atrocities than German forces.
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Russia
Waclaw Czerniewski
Russian Empire
England
Galicia
KEEP YOUR BABY WELL WITH BABY'S OWN TABLETS
Mrs Henri Tilliard of Kingston Ontario endorses Baby's Own Tablets as universally curative and safe for infants. The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario sells the remedies by mail at 25 cents a box through medicine dealers nationwide.
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Henri Tillard
Kingston, Ont
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Lloyd George as Britain’s pivotal wartime organizer
Ottawa Free Press lauds Lloyd George as uniquely capable in securing army munitions and uniting government capital and labor. It highlights his understanding of labor and his achievement in unprecedented munition quantities while warning the task remains unfinished.
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Lloyd George
Prigland
Britain
Ottawa Free Press
Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil touted for internal and external use
An old advertisement extols Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil as a versatile remedy for sore throat croup whooping cough chest pains colic and many ailments. It claims internal use and external relief with low cost per bottle and constant availability.
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Thomas
General von Kluck Praises British Troops In War Impression
The Berlin correspondent of Die Zeit quotes General von Kluck saying British troops show bravery and tenacity. He notes long service veterans of twelve years as formidable foes and cites British history, including Waterloo and the Boer War, as proof of their abilities and initial colonial war difficulties.
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von Kluck
Paris
Berlin
Vienna
Die Zeit
Young Lady Writes Kitchen Maid Letter in Saw Scene
A fragment shows a young woman composing a playful love letter to the kitchen maid. She asks for understanding and jokes about spelling and handwriting while addressing a Miss Jane. The tone hints at a stage or domestic scene.
Surprises of the War Speech by Lord Rosebery in Edinburgh
Lord Rosebery speaks on two great wartime surprises. He notes Britain’s shock that a great civilized nation could plot war and attack liberties, while praising Allied resolve. He says Prussia’s spies failed as empire-wide support surged after war began, uniting Britain with dominions.
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Lord Rosebery
Edinburgh
Luis
Judas
England
Europe
Teuton Brothers
Prussia
India
Egypt
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Worm Exterminator Promise Removes Worms Safely
A claimed worm exterminator product named Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator vows to drive worms from a system without injuring the child. The advertisement asserts full effectiveness and describes its action as mud in nature.
Baltic Episode Ends In Swedish Trump Card At Sea
The German destroyer W132 tried to seize the British steamer Thelma in the Baltic but Swedish torpedo boat Pollux intervened. The Germans were boarding when Pollux forced a retreat and then protected the Thelma, leaving the field to the Swedish ship.
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Baltic Sea
German worry over Allied perseverance noted by Scandinavian writer
A Scandinavian literary figure visiting Germany says the British tenacity is the Allies' main asset and that Germans fear this cool, dogged perseverance. The observation underscores not a common belief outside Germany.
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Germany
Springfeld
Chinese leave for longer stays in Canada eased after war
The leave of absence for Chinese nationals in Canada wishing to return to their homeland for more than the statutory twelve months has been extended to six months after the war. The measure aims to relieve Chinese unemployed in British Columbia.
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Canada
British
Columbi
Want Strong Men To Lead New 600000 Man Militia
The minister of militia seeks top officers to organize new battalions for the 600,000 man authorization. General Hughes says the best soldiers are barristers, contractors, engineers and prominent business men with military training. Applications invited. Plans include schools for sergeants and field officers.
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Hughes
Clive
Nicholson
Nerviline Claims Quick Neuralgia Relief Across Dominion
A testimonial from Mrs G Evans of Ras Sel Post Office praises Nerviline for rapidly easing neuralgia and curing headaches after a year of dreadful attacks. The ad asserts Nerviline treats neuralgia sciatica lumbago neuritis rheumatism and other nerve muscle or joint pains with use spanning forty years and being widely sold in 50c or 25c sizes.
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Nerviline
G. Evats
Rassel
Dominion
Telephone in Warehouse Sparks Suspicion
A country visitor tests a department line in a warehouse and questions a shipment by Mr. Jaye of Mudtown. Management answers they await a reply from his town, labeling him a shady customer as the exchange ends.
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Jaye
Mudtown
Indians Leave France With A Proud War Record
A wartime report from France notes the British Indian troops faced unfamiliar warfare at Marseilles and in the front lines. Early delays and harsh conditions tempered expectations, but the corps grew to be first line troops and departed with a proud record, despite popular rumors of failure.
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wMrittee
France
Marseilles
Euglard
Neuve Chapelle
Ypres
Lord Roberts
Krupp to Raise Capital in German Armaments Push
The American Association of Commerce and Trade in Berlin reports Krupp will lift capital stock from 50 million to 60 million dollars. Output has tripled in the year and net earnings rose to 28 million dollars from 13 million the year before.
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American Association of Commerce and Trade In
Berlin
Krupp Company
Adolphus and Percy Remember a Silly Joke
Adolphus asks about Lady Dil water’s gathering and Percy replies with a pun about a “gathering” on the back of his neck. The exchange preserves a light humorous tone between two speakers.
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Adolphus
Motor Women Take Charge on Berlin Street Lines
Twenty motor women begin duties on three Berlin street railway lines as an advance guard of the tempo force aimed at replacement of male operators. They will guide cars for ten days on minor routes under male supervision to test fitness for broader duties.
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Berlin Street
Berlin
Tempe
Pudfic
Asthma Remedy Promises Safety and Reliability
A promotional notice claims Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy relieves attacks with certainty. It urges readers to obtain the preparation now to experience its safety and effectiveness firsthand.
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J. D. Kellog
Protracted Weddings Across Nations Reported
The piece notes long wedding festivities in Russia with dances lasting into daylight and gift tossing by the bride and groom. Norway also features village dances after the ceremony with celebrations possibly spanning multiple days. Spain favors lengthy engagements with bride’s relatives influential in planning and the best man and bridesmaid sharing costs.
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Russia
Norway
Spain
Dolly to Molly Misprint Hearts and Cupid Misses
In a lighthearted note from a humorous column a misprint hints at a romance theme. The playful line puns on Cupid striking true and the idea of Mrs. It becoming a joke about love and marriage.
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Dolly
Molly
Cupid
Dr Chase’s Kidney Liver Pills Marketed For Quick Action
The ad claims the pills aid many workers by awakening the liver arousing the bowels and strengthening the kidneys. It says the organs cleanse poisons reduce constipation improve digestion and make you feel better. One pill per dose costs 25 cents a box available at all dealers or Edmanson Bates Co Toronto.
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Edmanson, Bates & Co., Ltd
Toronto
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