Signs Germany Feels Its Power Wanes in War Peace Terms
The piece argues neutral nations should press for peace and outlines historical and imagined peace terms if Germany wins or loses. It cites German defeat costs including territorial losses in France, Alsace, and colonies, plus heavy indemnities and strict postwar restructuring across Europe and the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ger- Wen
Germany
Miefest
Geran
Mens
Lorraine
France
Alsace
Schleswig-Kolstein
Denmark
Kameruns
Balkan
Miust
Italy
Albania
Turkey
Europe
Russia
Constantinople
East Prussia
Japan
Niao Chau
Indians Respond Nobly With Donations
The Indians of Canada contribute again to the patriotic fund after giving about 16000 last year. Subscriptions totaling 3900 are acknowledged by the finance minister with gifts from thirteen bands across Canada. Manitoulin Island, Chippewas of Saugeen and Sucker Creek give 500 each. Chippewas of Sarnia and South Bay give 200 each. Rice Lake and Sturgeon Lake give 100 each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Canadian Patriotic Fund
Minister of Finance
Manitoulin Island
Saugeen
Sucker Creek
Sarnia
South Bay
Rice Lake
Sturgeon Lake
Secret of the Snow Revealed Yet Hidden in Art and Science
A Baltimore American meditation on the mystery of snow, noting how science and art have yet to fully penetrate its secrets. The piece reflects on auroras, blizzards, rivers, icicles, and subterranean waters as facets of the snow’s enduring enigma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lofty
Rockies
Hardihood
Baltimore American
Splendid Soldiers Among Colonials Amid War Effort
The Springfield Republican notes that British Columbia is sending more men to the war than any other division in the empire, praising the Colonials as splendid soldiers who ventured into the wilds to conquer them. It cites 1,200 men arriving up the Fraser River from the Caribou trail in one recent month to join a regiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Fraser River
Springfield Republican
Briteh Scotumissariat Department
Britain
Europe
French Commissariat
Aight
Champagne Pouilleuse
Paris
France Moves to Maximize Farm Output War Bill Enforces Tilling
The plan mandates immediate cultivation of unused land during wartime. Registered letters will notify landowners of required tillage within two weeks, aiming to boost national agricultural production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Dominion Dairy and Cold Storage Report Overview
The Dominion dairy and cold storage report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 1915, summarizes J. A. Chaddick's European visit as a Canadian delegate and notes rising British demand, New Zealand competition, and the Cheddar industry centers. It details marketing extensions, dairy herd records, pre cooling storage, and a 96 page appendix detailing 25 years of work, export and import statistics, and market needs for British and French markets.
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Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
J. A. Chaddick
Europe
Berne
Switzerland
England
New Zealand
Ruddick
Shropshire
Flintshire
Cheshire
Finch and Brome
Grimsby
Ont
J. C. Chapais
Soldiers May Help With The Seeding
Soldiers training for overseas service may take part in spring seeding across Canada. MP E N Lewis urged the minister of militia to plant a large acreage for Britain and allies. General Hughes orders divisional commanders to grant leave so units can plant crops in every province, following last summer’s harvest precedent.
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Domimon
E. N. Lewis
M.P
Militia
Canada
Britain
Hughes
Scout Hut Erected Near Front Line in Canada
Canadian Boy Scouts plan a recreation hut for the army area funded by a ten cent subscription from every Scout in Canada. Major General Alder son, commanding the Canadian Army in France, accepts the proposal. Lieut. Gen. Sir Robert Baden-Powell backs the project and Col Rev Canon Almond is assigned to oversee the hut near the front line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Sherwood
Dominion
Boy Scouts In
Canada
Robert Kaden-Powell
Boy Scout Movement
England
Alderson
Canadian Army Corps
France
Canon Almond
Montreal
Hymn of Hate Sung by Captured German Officers
A midshipman escorting German officers from a just-snared U-boat towed by a pinnace asked them to sing. The officers, anxious and grateful, balked at expectation until invited to perform the “Hymn of Hate.” They stood and solemnly sang, the crew greatly amused.
Manitoba appoints first livestock commissioner
The Manitoba government will appoint a livestock commissioner, a role not previously established. The official will help implement the Norris government's plan to supply settlers with cattle as part of the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Norris
Canada urged to build Russian trade postwar
Dr J D Prince of Columbia University addressed a Montreal Canadian Club luncheon on expanding wartime Russian commerce. He noted Germany controlled prewar Russia trade and argued Canada should train agents and language specialists, using two universities, to take over more of Russia’s foreign trade after the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Prince
Columbia University
New York
Montreal
Russia
Dominion
Canada
Prince
Seed Germination Tests Flag Poor Oat Barley Seed in Western Canada
Dominion seed laboratory in Calgary reports oats and barley show low germination in Alberta and Saskatchewan with many frost damaged samples. Alberta oats average 68 percent germination and 35 percent six day preliminary counts, far below the 90 percent final standard. Saskatchewan samples fare slightly better but also underperform, while Alberta barley and prairie oats exhibit weak vitality overall. Farmers urged to test seed before next spring planting and can have up to 25 samples tested free of charge at the Calgary lab with additional tests at a small fee.
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Dominion Seed Laboratory
Calgary
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
British Columbia
Germans Use Dead Horses Hides Report Reveals Thrift
A Balken correspondent from Constantinople to Nish describes German frugality in stripping hides from dead army horses along a war road. He notes Serbian repairs to blown bridges and tunnels and says only skinned horse carcasses mark recent fighting while other war evidence has largely disappeared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Mail
Constantinople
Nish
Caring for the Comfort and Health of Allied Troops
The article notes three good meals a day for British troops and abundant warm clothing to improve trench conditions. It emphasizes care for comfort and health to maintain morale and effectiveness amid frontline service.
Movies Making Strong Appeal at Base Camps
A YMCA officer in France reports entertainment for Canadian troops in an old barn without heat or light. A phonograph, films, and eight reels draw cheers for the YMCA as soldiers enjoy improvised services amid harsh trench conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.M.C.A
France
Canada
Fire Spreads Through Concrete Wall in Historic Anthracite Fire
A legendary mine fire in Summit Hill Pennsylvania has breached a 100 foot deep concrete barrier, threatening the Panther Creek vein. Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company crews drill deep shafts, pour water and slush to curb spread after sixty years of costly attempts to extinguish the subterranean blaze.
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Summit Hill
Penn
Phillip Ginter
Lehigu Coal and Navigation Company
Panther Creek
Lehigh Coal and Navigation
Graves Registration Photo Service For War Dead
Chaplain Captain Moffit of a Canadian battalion stresses the graves registration commission will send a photograph of each grave to a close relative. Applications go to the chaplain of the dead man’s unit with name rank number and death date. All burials must have details sent to the commission head, Captain Motlit, and photos are taken as soon as graves are completed for immediate mailing.
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Moffit
Graves’ Registration Commission
Motlit
Caserta Spy Linked to German Embassy in Canada
Caserta, emissary of Von Papen, operated in Canada before and after the outbreak. Authorities say he was in Canada for weeks, later traced in various parts of the country, but escaped custody and has not been re captured. Police note no crimes beyond espionage and seeking enemy advantages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caserta
von Papen
Washington
Canada
Mail by air for postal service proposed by Professor Graham Bell
A Globe article discusses Professor Graham Bell advocating an aerial mail delivery system across U S seaboard routes. He argues repeated exposure trains aviators to recognize regions, aiding national defense, while noting risks of harsh northern weather and blizzards.
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Graham Bell
United States
Seaboard
Hell
Aeriad Scoute
Northerr
Adirondacks
Graham Hel
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