Italy Establishes Boys Farms For Orphan Soldiers
Italy forms boy farming colonies to educate orphans of soldiers killed in war. Twelve colonies under the National Institution of Agricultural Mutual Insurance will take boys aged 7 to 15 at about 100 dollars yearly. Farms teach cattle, silk, soil care, and machinery with plans to become independent farmers at 21 through land and equipment sales.
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Italy
National Institution of Agricultural Mutual Insurance
Gardener Pleads for Cracked Egg Loot Rights
A humorous 19th century quip from Puck features a gardener claiming the right to keep cracked eggs collected for wounded soldiers. He argues he may keep all cracked eggs and must crack any unbroken ones himself.
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Puck
Complicated legal plea Leaves Judge Perplexed
The late Gillam Marston of New Hampshire argued a difficult case and searched for authorities back to Julius Caesar. After an hour and a half the judge seemed unable to grasp the points, prompting Marston to ask if the judge followed him. The judge admitted understanding only up to the point before saying he would quit if he could find his way back.
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Gillam Marston
New Hampshire
Julius Caesar
Argonaut
The Burden of Britain in War Time Canada
The piece notes Britain bears vast costs defending liberty and aiding allies, urging Canada to expand munitions support and imperial credit while pursuing thrift. It contrasts wartime finance with the need for system recruiting and resource organization across the empire. Also mentions Miller's Worm Powders as a health remedy for children.
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Great Britain
France
Russia
Italy
Romania
Belgium
Serbia
Canada
Toronto News
Iron and steel output in war year shows rise and power balance
Official statistics show iron and steel output for the first half of this year at 7 756 000 tons, up about 25 percent from 1915. Central Powers produced 15 944 200 tons in 1915 versus Allied 17 000 000 tons. The piece argues war ends by men and guns, not economic collapse, stressing ongoing recruiting and land gains as key strategies.
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Association of Iron and Steel Manufacturers
Toronto News
Memory loss case ends with upfront payment
London Mail reports a woman saying she consulted a doctor for memory loss and was required to pay in advance for the services. The exchange reflects a probable fraud or questionable billing practice.
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London Mail
Minors Enlistment Valid Despite Parental Consent Question
Chief Justice Francis Lemieux of Quebec’s Superior Court ruled that a minor who enlists in wartime service to defend the flag and country makes a valid contract outside ordinary civil code. The decision upheld Alfred Fournier seeking discharge for his son, a private in the 171st battalion, who enlisted without consent.
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Sir Francis Lemieux
Province of
Quebec
Alfred Fournier
171St Battalion
Canadian Expeditionary Forces
Alberta sees large rise in registered automobiles
The Edmonton Journal notes 9 050 cars registered in Alberta, a huge jump for a population around 500 000 and a notable year over year increase. It challenges claims that the province is regressing and invites explanation from critics.
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Alberta
Edmonton Journal
Relieve Headaches Without Dosing
Many headaches stem from neuralgic origins with brow temple or neck pain. Sloan's Liniment provides quick relief after one application without rubbing and penetrates to the trouble site. It also eases aching muscles rheumatism bruises lumbago and stiff neck. Available at drug stores in 25c 50c and 1.00 sizes.
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Sloan
Truthful Boy and the Janitor Test
The firm chief questions an applicant’s honesty with Nelson the janitor as interpreter. Nelson admits the boy is sometimes believed honest, sometimes not, about veracity. Another ad promotes Dr. Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy as a cure easing breathing and preventing future trouble.
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Nelson
Inevah
Modern stable design sets standard 36 foot barn width
Standard type barns 36 feet wide accommodate two cattle rows and allow flexible inside layout for milking machines and feed carriers. Dairy stall and manger dimensions are aligned to this size, and owners are advised to consult an expert with definite plans when building or remodeling.
Walker Walker and the Vanishing Recruit
An elderly woman questions a young recruit about why he is not at the front. He challenges her to watch him walk to the next corner, then departs as she follows his movement and he vanishes from view.
The New English Armies Triumph Over German Forces
Le Figaro praises the English armies for two years of rapid growth and superior fighting skill. It highlights English, Scottish, Canadian, and Australian soldiers as the backbone, fending off seasoned German units and forging a modern, diverse coalition.
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England
Prussia
Channel
Thames
Empire of Prey
le Figaro
Pazia
Canada faces sharp drop in wheat and grain yields
Official estimates show Canada producing 159,123,000 bushels of wheat this year, down from 370,303,000 last year, with lower oats and rye yields across large harvested areas. Barley also falls from 53,331,300 bushels to 32,299,000. The report cites decreased per acre yields and overall output across cereals.
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Canada
Boys Need More Food Than Farmers
A study of 300 boys at a large private boarding school, reported in JAMA, found they consumed about 5000 calories daily, with 193 food varieties at 20 cents per meal. Each boy used 4350 calories at meals and bought 650 calories elsewhere, mostly chocolate, exceeding typical farmer needs. Dr. Lusk notes undervaluing boys appetites as a cause of child under nutrition. Bread butter milk and sugar supplied half the fuel. JAMA calls this wholesome.
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America
Journal of the American Medical Association
Graham Lusk
Alterations Begin on Country Place
Quote shows a speaker confirming that alterations on a country place have already begun, reflecting progress on a private residence. No additional context or specifics provided.
Look to Canada For Fish Supply
The war effort drives Britain and civilians to Canada for a steady fish diet to offset meat shortages and high prices. Canada plans to ship fish to Allied troops in England with a weekly ration and ready canned tins. Sir Sam Hughes notes exports to Allies could reach a million pounds weekly. Major Hugh Green coordinates rations and popular use of Canadian fish in Britain.
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Great Britain
Canada
England
Italy
France
Sam Hughes
Sam
Canadian War Purchasing Commission
Hugh Green
Prince Albert
Sir Sam
The Fall Weather Harms Little Ones
Canadian fall weather is unpredictable and may cause colds cramps and digestive upset in babies. Baby's Own Tablets are advertised to soothe the stomach regulate bowels break up colds and help babies thrive sold by druggists or by mail for 25 cents a box by The Dr. Pierce Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Dr.pes Medicine Co
Brockville
Treasures of Jetchani Monastery Seized by Austrians
Cettinje reports the betrayal of a peasant led Austrian authorities to the Monastery of Jetchani in New Serbia where treasures valued at millions of francs were hidden. King Peter reportedly stopped at Detchani during a Serbian army retreat. rumors claim the Serbian crown was kept by Detchani monks. Austrians found hiding places in convent catacombs and ossuaries. Vienna antiquaries assess precious stones ancient gold silver money gold chalices and sacerdotal vestments for the treasury.
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Cettinje
Jetchani
New Serbia
Peter
Detchani
Crown of Serbia
Minard's Liniment Endorsed for Rheumatism and Sprains
Letter from B Lavers of St. John recommends Minard's Liniment for rheumatism and sprains after using it with excellent results. Endorsement appears in a historical ad or testimonial notice.
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Minard
Unity of French and British Forces in Warfront Harmony
The piece lauds Franco British cooperation in field operations praising soldiers of France and the British Empire for unity and courage. It notes minor mistakes amid a historic joint campaign without friction, contrasting rear critics with frontline resolve. The author emphasizes shared purpose and just cause driving success.
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France
England
British Empire
York Sun
Minard's Liniment Sells Despite Poor Trade Day
An exhausted salesman, after a dull sales day, asks a prospective customer to view his samples. The customer refuses, and the salesman pleads to use part of the counter to inspect his own goods, citing lack of opportunity.
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New York Times
Ontario road policy aims at aggressive highway drive
Hon. G Howard Ferguson touring the Toronto Hamilton route announced a progressive roads plan. With $50 000 motor license fees, the government seeks a $750 000 yearly road fund, growing over time, to build strategic arterial highways including Prescott to Ottawa to connect the capital to a main road.
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Toronto-Hamilton
G. Howard Ferguson
Highway Commission
Ontario
Prescott
Ottawa
Matrimony Defined By Child In Clergy Story
A Sunday scene shows a priest asking a boy to define matrimony and the boy answers that it is a punishment souls suffer before heaven. The archbishop and priest debate the idea with the archbishop suggesting the boy might be right.
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