Cape Race Wireless Station Answers SOS From Sant Anna
The Cape Race wireless station successfully picked up the SOS from the steamer Sant Anna in the mid Atlantic. The upgraded Cape Race site features two 250 foot towers and extended aerials boosting range toward vessels from New York to Liverpool. The station operated effectively with an unusually long reception distance likely aided by favorable atmospheric conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Race
Naval Service Department
S.O.S
Sant Anna
Aire
Mid- Atlantic
Great Britain
New York
Liverpool
Parmelees Vegetable Pills Claim Digestive Cure
The advertisement promotes Parmelees Vegetable Pills as cleansing the stomach and intestines of devitalized matter using ingredients like dandelion and man-grake. It claims these pills restore deranged organs to healthful action and are the best remedy for indigestion, urging trials to prove their effectiveness.
Government God Burden Turns Easy After Gaining Power
A man jokes about obtaining political power with envy and asks if it is hard work. The other replies that the job becomes effortless once the authority is secured, highlighting a satirical view of governing ease.
Fragmentary wartime exchange on officer memory
A dialogue captures two speakers discussing an officer's name in the midst of a brutal war. The girl and the officer debate recalling the name, reflecting themes of memory and anonymity in conflict.
Financing Movement Of the Grain Crops
The minister of finance reports ample facilities exist for financing the western grain movement without rapid acceleration. Banks show strong liquidity with about 350 million in assets. 100 million in gold and 90 million in Dominion notes. Additional circulation may be issued. Dominion notes can be obtained against grain bills and warehouse receipts. The minister has discussed plans with banks to ensure ready support for the crop, and a Bank Act amendment allows grain as security from farmers. The Winnipeg office will handle grain bills and collateral for advances to banks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Winnipeg
No Warships on the Lakes Treaty Widespread Support
The Providence Journal notes that the treaty between the United States, Canada, and Great Britain has saved millions in costs by avoiding armed ships on the lakes. It promotes goodwill as long as Canada remains part of the British empire, and is described as in force, popular, and binding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Great Britain
Providence Journal
Distemper Cured Horse With Minard's Liniment
A customer reports a valuable horse recovered from a severe distemper after using Minard's Liniment. The testimonial is signed Vilandie Freres on behalf of Minard's Liniment Co Limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard's Liniment Co., Limited
Gents
Minard's Liniment
Soreph Maw & CO. Limited
Winnifer
Artificial Preservatives Used in Home Canning Warned
The article notes powders sold as preservatives for fruit and vegetables and mentions salicylic and Loric acids as substitutes. Experts warn these acids can cause digestive disturbances and health dangers. It urges sterilization by heat and proper sealing as safer means to preserve indefinitely without chemical additives.
Safety campaigns urged after rising street deaths
The Hamilton Times notes growing danger in urban travel with 53 pedestrians killed in New York City in August and 44 outside the city by autos, wagons, and trolleys. New Jersey reports 149 auto deaths in six months, versus 71 in 1914, a disturbing safety record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Jersey
Hamilton Times
Married Secret Sparks Banter at the Dinner Table
A playful exchange reveals a joke about a newly married couple. The bridegroom asks if a secret has been kept, while the waiter confirms the marriage remained undisclosed and humorously denies any public confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olve
Oive
Listening Post Brings Front Line News to Vancouver
The Listening Post, a regimental journal of the 1st British Columbia Regiment, arrives from the front with light banter and topical verses. Contributors from Vancouver blend humor and morale boosting pieces as they reflect on trench life and soldierly camaraderie.
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Vancouver
Ith
Canadian Infantry Battalion
1St
Brities Columbia Regiment
W. W. Odlum
Ormrod
Duginn
Open Letter Praises Williams Pink Pills in Health Revival
Chas E Stafford of Elora Ontario recalls severe nervous prostration and pain from neuralgia and rheumatism. He credits seven boxes of Williams Pink Pills for his recovery and renewed strength after years of illness and ministry. He endorses the medicine to the afflicted.
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We Tier
Chas. E. Stafford
Elora
Unt
Williams
Mr. Staford
Wag
Dr Williams
Hamilton
Methodist Church
Advances in wartime medicine and serum discovery praised
The New York Herald notes medical progress during the war with surgical advances and a dominant serum development saving lives. It highlights Sir A Wright for discoveries on immune reactions to bacterial infections and reports high recovery rates for wounded, with many returning to service within months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.wroth Wright
Frente
New York Herald
Germany uses alibi devices over sea murder claim
London Advertiser lists six potential German excuses for a sea murder case. Claims include a whale blowing up the boat with a mine, a passenger suspected of submarine designs, a captain with a British dreadnought picture, armed crew, a pipe shaped like a revolver, and a British ship allegedly carrying Matt and Jeff breaching neutrality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Matt
Jeff
London Advertiser
Muskrat pest spreads in Bohemia, calls for destruction
Ten years after introduction in Bohemia the American muskrat has expanded across a wide area and is now treated as a serious pest. The government urges destruction of the animals wherever located.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bohemia
Aims for Better Stock Through Careful Breeding
The article argues that stock quality depends on selecting strong sires and dams, avoiding indiscriminate breeding, and embracing the Law of Reversion. It stresses long term selection, comparing animal breeding to manufacturing, and urges Canada to cultivate a prize worthy, well-constructed herd by starting with the best stock and discarding poor qualities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Hollo Ways Corn Cure Ad Claims Effective Treatment
Advertisement asserts that Hollo ways Corn Cure eradicates corn and wart growth when used as directed, stating deep-rooted corns and warts will yield to the remedy. The tone mirrors a period marketing claim emphasizing efficacy and proper application.
Lord Kitchener’s kindness helps Homing Soldier Meet Mother
The London Standard recalls how Corporal W. Bickerton of the Royal Irish Rifles, serving in France, was granted leave to return to his dying mother in Newcastle after a registered request to Lord Kitchener. He reached home about 48 hours after the request was posted, reuniting mother and son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Kitchener
London Standard
W. Bickerton
France
Willie
Robt. Johnson
Newcastle
Bickerton
Is it A cough Hamiltons health ad claims cure
A Canadian reader endorses Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for coughs and lung issues. The testimonial cites improvements after marriage and infant use, plus claims of blood purification and health benefits, urging readers to obtain the product from dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
Ont
Golden Medical Discovery
Mas
W. J. Imeins
Kilbride
Dr. Pierce
Dr Pierce
Pierce
Invalids’ Hotel
Buffalo, N. Y
Stefansson Expedition Claims New Arctic Land North Of Prince Patrick Island
Cyrus C Adams of the Association of American Geographers states Stefansson reports new land 100 miles north of Prince Patrick Island with the northern extent farther north than any land in the Great Parry Archipelago. He notes shallow Arctic waters and a 60 mile gap in Prince Patrick Island coast charting. Kurt M McConnell recalls Stefansson’s hopeful, perilous 1914 journey and the miracle of return with two companions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyrus C. Adams
The
Association of American Geographers
Stefansson
Parry Archipelago
Arctic Ocean
Mr. Adams
Stelfapsson
Prince Patrick Island
Kurt M. McConnell
Viljhaimar Stefansson
Kariuk
Banks Island
Process to produce dye materials announced in New York
Dr. Norton of the department of commerce announced a new process to manufacture dye study materials from crude American products after conferences with a controlled corporation. He said the method, though not disclosed, could solve shortages caused by Germany’s wartime restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tiios. Hi. Norton
Department of Commerce
Norton
Germany
Asthma Remedy Promises Relief From Breathing Trouble
A testimonial claims Dr. J Kellogg's Asthma Remedy delivers significant relief from severe asthma symptoms. The user reports safer air, renewed comfort, and clearer bronchial tubes after using the treatment, describing it as worth much more than its price.
Neutrality proved impossible as world war grows
The Philadelphia Public Ledger argues the United States cannot remain neutral as Germany advances through Belgium. It states that American interests and sympathies lie with the Allies from the outset, marking a clear stance in the wartime debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
United States
Germany
Belgium
Lopes
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Electric Signal Traverses Atlantic Cable Distance
A report notes that an electric signal can travel across the 2,700 mile Atlantic cable in about three tenths of a second. The statement highlights the speed of long distance telecommunication and the capabilities of undersea cables.
More Doctors From Canada Needed To Help Wounded Soldiers
Major C. E. Doherty reports that over five thousand wounded soldiers passed through the Canadian field hospital in 77 hours during and after the Ypres fighting. Canada maintains five field ambulances three base hospitals one stationary hospital and two clearing hospitals in France with about 140 Canadians attached to overseas medical corps and 5 000 hospital beds in France and 5 000 in Great Britain. More doctors from Canada are needed.
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Canada
Ypres
C. E. Doherty
France
Army Medical Corps
Great Britain
Taftian golfer laments sight reach paradox
A Taftian golfer voices a paradoxical complaint about his game. He says when he can see the ball he cannot reach it, and when he can reach it he cannot see it. The remark highlights the struggle between vision and swing in golf.
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Waki
Eddy’s
E. B. Eddy Co. Limited
Beekman
York
Lyman Brow
Maverstock
Herapion
Therapion
Nichols Limited
Toronto
Arlington Company OF Canada Limited
Fraser Avenue
Teronte
Ontare
Dodds
N. U
Yours Truly, Vilandie Freres
the Listening Post
B.C. Regiment
Sica
Slassics Va
Luc Lelleul
Lourn
Ontario
Paris
London
Gough
Stefanssons
Minard
U.S
Winnipeg Grain Exchange
Licensed and Bonded Dealers’ Directory
Pioneer Farmers Company
Grain Growers Grain Co., Ltd
McLermot St
Dougies Breck
Calgary
Gooderham & Melady CO. Ltd
Grain Exchange
Samuel Spink
Pioneer Grain Commission
Winniper
Man
Cason and
Royal Banks
Jartlett
Langille Grein Commission
Randall, Gee & Mitchell, Ltd
Grain Commission Grain Exchange
Minneapolis
Duluth
Thos. Brodie
S. A. Hargraft
Treas
Union Grain Company, Ltd
Graan Commission Merchants
Continental Grain CO. Ltd
BLACKBURN @ MILLS
Breen Motor CO
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Studebaker
Dodge Bros Motor Car
Cadillac Motch Sales CO. Ltd
Manitohs
Dome
BH. B. Andrews
Imperial Life Assurance Co
Union Bank
Winnmer
Andrews
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