The Last Voyage of the Karluk Described by Arctic Explorer
Arctic explorer recounts Captain Robert A. Bartlett’s 1913 Karluk voyage with Stefansson's Canadian Arctic Expedition. The ship frozen in near Princess Patrick Island, sink on January 11, 1914, and Bartlett’s 200 mile overland trek to Siberian coast leading to rescue. The narrative blends grim arctic hardship with moments of humor.
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Stefansson
Robert A. Bartlett
Navy Yard
Esquigialt
British Columbia
Vilhjalmur Stefansson
Boston
Bartlett
Alaska
National Geographic Society
Canada
Robert Borden
Parry Islands
Prince Patrick Island
Banks Island
Esquimalt
Nome
Port Clarence
Lion Reef
Thergezing In
Karluk
Herschell Island
Aarty
Arctic
Wrangell Island
Ottawa
Siberian
St. Michael's
Bear
United States Revenue Cutter
Arctic Service
King and Winge
England as the steady bulwark in Europe’s long struggle
A French writer argues England’s central role in deterring German domination. He credits Britain with preserving sea power, industry, and alliance cohesion in 1914 to counter Germany, asserting England’s unfaltering resolve and unique reliability against even prolonged adversity.
Alberta School Lands Fetch High Prices at Auction
About thirty three thousand acres of Alberta school lands were sold at public auction. At Sedgewick 16,636 acres brought over 20 per acre with top at 50. Provost sold 17,911 acres average over 14 with top 36. In Saskatchewan Blaine Lake lands ranged 7 to 52 per acre, and Biggar parcels sold at up to 35 per acre.
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Alberta
Western Canada
Sedgewick
Provost
Province of
Saskatchewan
Blaine Lake District
Biggar
Shipment of 105 Pure Bred Stock Imported to Western Provinces
A shipment of 105 head of pure bred stock from Ontario arrived in the western provinces. The consignment included cattle horses sheep and swine and was assembled at Toronto under the Ontario government. All animals required registration before shipment acceptance.
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Ontario
Toronto
Germany Deceived As to Zeppelins
The Buffalo Express argues German belief in Zeppelins is fueled by official reports and sensational German press. S. S. McClure, touring Germany, confirmed British raid damage but notes Germans cannot verify claims. The piece warns continued raids to avoid eroding public support and undermining the war effort.
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Buffalo Express
England
S. S. McClure
E Buffalo
Germany
Liverpool
London
McClure
Why Soldiers Get Grey Hairs On Frontline Stress
Army physicians report premature aging among soldiers in trenches with hair whitening seen after shorter periods of exposure. Sub conscious worry is blamed for rapid greying, affecting officers more than enlisted men and also nurses.
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Germany
Austria
Russia
Associated Press
Fowl Troubles Prompt Suburban Garden Complaint
A suburban resident complains about a neighbor's fowls overrunning her garden and harming geraniums. She sends her new English maid to Mrs Jones next door to request keeping the birds at home. The maid returns with a polite but firm message about egg and poultry.
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Jane
Condensed Society Tea Report Sparks Playful Riff
The afternoon tea entry notes Mrs Lovely pouring while Mrs Jabber roared and Mrs Duller bored. Mrs Rasping gored and Mrs Embonpoint snored, creating a lighthearted portrait of the gathering.
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New Society
Devilish Devices in German War Tactics
The article surveys German weapons and devices said to frighten civilians and troops. It lists lacyhal shells likely pepper-based irritants, a mysterious burning liquid used against Russians, a suffocating gas revolver, and German man traps in trenches. It notes fear and propaganda alongside alleged poison atmosphere attempts.
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Bucharest
Krevo
Petrograd
France
Flanders
Copenhagen
Militarism Exposed in German Reichstag Reporting In Session
The Reichstag debate on War Office policy drew Socialist attacks on military arrests described as a reign of terror. Dittmen cited cases of detentions as girls and other women charged with contamination. Hauss listed oppressive acts prompting suspension of the sitting and a promise of publication if repression continues.
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Germany
Reichstag
War Office
Herr Dittmen
Helfferich
Herr Hauss
Endon theatre outing becomes costly air show
Tommy recalls paying a half crown to see two aeroplanes overhead while trenches and skyward observations frame a wartime moment. The note captures wartime humor and scarcity as civilians chase rare entertainments amid air activity.
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Tommy
Endon
Tatler
Saskatchewan Urges Diversified Farming Across the West
Dean Rutherford of the Saskatchewan College of Agriculture urged business audiences in Moose Jaw to adopt diversified farming, noting the century of change in farming, the rise of scientific stock feeding, and the shift from wheat dominance to mixed, higher value farming with creameries and silos. He highlighted Saskatchewan’s suitability for wheat and livestock, the cross border demand for Saskatchewan stock, and the gradual transition toward stock farming to lower living costs.
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Dean Rutherford
Saskatchewan College of Agriculture
Moose Jaw
England
Ontario
Saskatchewan
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Montana
Winnipeg
Farmer's Year Round Income Through Livestock Markets
The text notes farming income would flow year round and compares risks of wheat with livestock. It highlights livestock as the province's major ongoing challenge, while wheat growing remains hazardous.
Benefits From Drinking Water In Meals
Professor Philp b. hawk of Jetterson Medical College urges drinking water with meals for normal people, aiding digestion and absorption. He notes minerals in water can aid GI and urinary tracts, while distilled water shows no harm. For specific illnesses consult a physician and adjust intake to two quarts daily.
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Philp B. Hawk
Phi
Jetterson Medical College
Wring
Ladies’ Home Journal
Hawk
Prof
Robertson Says Allies Will See This War Through
Sir William Robertson chief of staff says carrying on a war is like cricket not. The nation showing greatest willingness to sacrifice will win decisively. He asserts Britain will see the war through and that the Entente faces stress but remains overall satisfactory. Britain is gathering full strength and must act at the right moment.
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William Robertson
Entente
Great Britain
Mia Flubdub Faces Vacation Plans Upheaval
Mia Flubdub’s cheerful vacation plans are unsettled as two children, previously overlooked, return from boarding school. The situation hints at unexpected family ties affecting her itinerary and mood.
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Mia
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Paris
Britain
Marne
Europe
Italy
Robertson
Balkan
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