True Campaign for Production and Patriotism
James C. C. James, C.M.G., Commissioner of Agriculture, urges Canada to ramp up farm output to support the empire. He frames patriotism, gratitude to Belgium and France, and national duty as motivators, calling for better transport, credit, labor, and livestock focus. He outlines three farmer targets and emphasizes individual contribution at home.
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Canada
Lacey
Locse
Empire
Canaan
Belgium
France
Britain
Bankarupt
England
Farmers of Canada
C. Cc. James
C.M.G
Credit Men's Journal
Goose Step and War Textile Boom Take Britain by Storm
A feature on the German goose step contrasts its spectacle and supposed fitness benefits with British home front mobilization. It notes mass goose-step classes, fabric production surging in Yorkshire, thousands of looms and tailors working to outfit the army, and factory output across Leeds and other centers.
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Kaiser
Jeg
West Riding of
Yorkshire
War Office
Leeds
Germany autarkic cheap short range torpedo for ships
The article describes a German torpedo developed to attack transports and unarmed vessels. It claims a range from 1900 to 1500 yards, carries 100 pounds or less of explosive, and uses a simpler mechanism than heavier models.
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Germany
Thar
Highland vigor through historic harsh draft tradition
A fragment from Loudos Chronicle describes a community where nearly all men volunteer for active service, creating a strong Highland regimental reputation. It cites Pilato’s approval of harsh practices and claims long lasting exposure of weak children until modern times, linking superior physique to low consumption until recent reintroduction by sickly Southrons.
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Lewis
A Great Lesson for the World from Sir George Foster
Sir George Foster tells a Toronto audience that the British empire stands united as a whole in war and peace. He urges self denial and sacrifice, praises Canadian resolve, and says victory requires more men at the front and deeper national purpose for imperial life.
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Sir George Foster
Toronto
Sir George
Canada
Europe
Britain
Bullets and Their Vagaries in Sudanic Battles
A writer recalls bullets' unpredictable paths in Sudanese fighting. He cites a stray bullet that traveled three miles to strike a sick officer, and a sniper shot that pierced binoculars and wounded multiple officers. He notes a helmet deflection that spared a friend, leaving a groove under the skin.
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Frank Scudamore
Omdurman
Nile
Giniss
Sudan
Archibald Hunter
Hackett-Thompson
C.K
Sir Archibald Hunter
Hacket-Thompson
Belore
Ming
Foot and Mouth Disease Put Under Tight Control
Department of Agriculture officials say foot and mouth disease has been virtually wiped out after 124000 animals were killed and burned. While sporadic cases may occur this season prompt action should prevent further spread, with costs between 500000 and 6000000 shared by federal and state governments.
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Department of Agriculture
U. S&s
Made in Canada movement urged to cut imports and boost wages
J. W. Woods argues in Credit Men's Journal that Canadians should buy home made goods to reduce the huge trade deficit. He cites footwear and produce imports, urges unions to push the campaign, and calls on manufacturers to improve quality to fulfill patriotic and economic duty.
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Canada
Europe
Trades and Labor Unions
J. W. Woods
Toronto Board of Trade
Credit Men’s Journal
Mrs Pankhurst Praised as Quiet War Orator in London
A London paper portrays Mrs Pankhurst as a graceful dignitary addressing a patriotic audience. She wears a black dress with lace shawl and lorgnette, with the Union Jack stage backdrop while suffragists offer floral tributes and sell patriotic postcards after her speech.
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London
Mrs. Pankhurst
Pankhurst
Highly scientific opuscule written in trenches
A young savant Vila wrote a highly scientific opuscule on a parasite in fusoria of cepsitatopoda read at the Academy of Sciences. Colin, in battle near Notre Dame de Loreette, feared death but finished the final chapter and sent it to the Academy amid shellfire in the second line trenches.
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Vila
Academy of Sciences
Colin
Notre Dame de Loreette
Academy of Science
Railways Move Massive Trade Across Isthmus Routes
In 1912 the Panama railway at forty miles and the Tehuantepec line at 196 miles moved merchandise valued at 20,300,000 dollars, underscoring their role as major trade arteries.
Belgium Maintains Neutrality in Face of War Allegations
Belgium protests German claims that archives show Belgium forfeited neutrality before World War I. The government asserts no convention was made and no government officials pledged any such agreement. It reiterates that British discussions in 1906 and 1912 were not binding and Belgium sought protection from guarantor powers after the war began.
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Brussels
Belggium
Edward Grey
Great Britain
Nocoun
Ger Mabhus
Belgium
Belgina
Empire crisis sparks calls for closer imperial ties
Sir George Penney at the Royal Coronial Institute in London warns that the empire risks drifting apart unless the dominions, led by Canada, agree on a postwar settlement. He argues for a historic imperial conference to resolve the relationship while affirming Britain’s role as a civilizing force. He also notes ancient Chinese locks as a contrasting curiosity.
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Royal Coronial Institute
London
George Penney
Sr George
Briain
Canada
Liquor Trade Called a Parasite by California Official
Lieutenant Governor Wallace denounces liquor business as a parasite and economic waste arguing that true commerce requires mutual gain. He cites grocers and builders as benefiting buyers and sellers, while liquor sales yield no real advantage to consumers and drag down overall prosperity.
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Wallace
California
Oi Fields Opened by Canadian Pacific for Calgary Oil
Canadian Pacific Railway plans to offer oil and gas leases in the Calgary district. Leases cost one dollar per acre with a half year advance, 10 year term, and 640 acre blocks of adjoining quarters. A 10 percent royalty is due on output. Drilling must start within six months and continue to 4000 feet, with follow up wells required within four months after the first well’s completion or abandonment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Pacific Railway
Calgary
Jesse Petroleum
Sieterrel
Leszee
Submarines Delicate Yet Lethal War Craft Warned Of Hazards
The New York Sun notes submarines are vulnerable vessels in war, prone to collisions and sea dangers. It highlights the strain on enlisted crews amid cramped interiors and hazardous deep sea machinery.
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New York Sun
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Snells
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European War Situation Carefully, According To Mr. Hubbiru
Bill Kaiser
Louvain
Bill
St. Helena
Empire Federation
Sir George Perie
Dominions
Motherland
Ures
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