Immigrant Attracting Efforts in Canada Spotlighted
A Canadian interior department pamphlet notes spending over thirteen million dollars in three years to lure immigrants, yielding about 3,060,000 arrivals. It details origins from the British Isles the United States and parts of Europe, with Europe arrangements to boost emigration and bonuses for directs. The summary covers arrivals by region, rejects, and occupations, highlighting farmers and laborers and the fiscal impact of Chinaman head taxes in the early 1910s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
W. J. Roche
British Isles
United Staties
Germany
Austria
Finland
Russia
Great Britain
United States
Europe
Dominions
Hee Ee
Dominion
Continent
U.S. Fleet Passes Through Panama Canal in One Day
The Naval Academy practice squadron demonstrated the canal can handle twenty one ships in a day. The battleships Missouri Ohio and Wisconsin led and followed by the fleet, sailed in parallel passes through the locks on the way to and from the Panama Pacific Expedition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama Canal
Naval Academy
Canal
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
Patriotism and Prices Campaign Aims to Help Farmers
The piece argues for a patriotism and production campaign to teach farmers how to raise crops and secure fair prices. It warns that if 1915 crop returns do not improve over 1914, market laws may doom prices, challenging the idea that producers are harmed by manipulation. It cites a Telegram commentary.
Boom in British War Orders and Wheat Crop to Drive 1900s Market
The article argues that wartime contracts totaling hundreds of millions from Britain and allies plus a record western wheat yield will flood the country with money. It predicts a strong fall and winter boom as optimism shifts from war-time conservatism to active business, favoring firms that stayed buoyant during tight money and war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hich
Saean Companies
Individ
Considerable Impetus To General Trade
The London Observer lauds Canada’s finances and prospects. Harvest news supports prices while a big surplus and high prices favor the Dominion. A boost to general trade and rising orders from country districts are noted as Canadian Pacific and other rail securities advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Observer
Canada
Dardanelles
Dominion
Canadian Pacific
Wolves Raid French Horse Farm Near Belfort
A Paris correspondent notes wolves wandering into the Chateau de Monjustic area between Vesoul and Villersexel, twenty miles from Belfort. Four horses grazed near the chateau were attacked. two died and two were badly mutilated after hours of pursuit. Wolves previously fled from Argonne or Vosges due to military actions, and residents fear night travel as wolves have not been seen in sixty years.
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Paris
Germany
Chateau de Monjustic
Vesoul
Villersexel
Belfort
Argonne
Vosges
France
Merrie England Spirit Amid War News
The London Daily News and Leader hails the British as resilient and cheerful despite heavy casualties and fatigue. It lauds the working class for facing hardship with humor and says Dickens’ spirit endures, envisioning a triumphant Merrie England in wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
London
Daly News and Leader
Courage of Canadian soldiers Steers Britain to Calais
London Advertiser notes that prompt action and bravery of Canadian troops helped prevent German forces from reaching Calais. The piece highlights wartime resolve and the role of Allied forces in maintaining supply lines and momentum. It argues nations must improve quality and speed to win in competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calais
Jatarre
Wey Londons
Better Prices for Crops
A Winnipeg meeting with Western Canada farmers urged delaying bulk grain sales to raise prices. Banks and businesses were asked to support by extending payments and funding advances secured by grain. The groups signed a joint statement advocating gradual marketing to ensure steady empire grain supply and higher farmer returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Western Canada
Canada
Europe
Farmers’ Organizations
Jas. Speakman
Pres
United Farmers of Alberta
P. P. Woolbridge
Sec
John Mahare
Sask
Grain Growers’ Association
J. B. Musselman
R. C. Henders
Manitoba Grain Growers’ Association
R. McKenzie
Man
C. Rice Jones
Alberta Farmers’ Cooperative Elevator Co
Chas
A. Dunning
Co-operative Elevator Co
T. A. Crerar
Grain Growers’ Co., Ltd
World War Population and Empire Statistics
The article estimates 1.6 to 1.7 billion people, with over 963 million at war or under belligerent states. It details Britain’s colonial gains, totals of global surface, and lists territories added or controlled, including Egypt, Cyprus, Arabia, Cameroons, German New Guinea, and other regions.
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George
British Empire
Egypt
Soudan
Cyprus
Camerons
Arabia
German Southwest Africa
Togoland
Cameroons
German New Guinea
Kaiser Willelm’s Land
Bismarck Archipelago
Caroline
Pelew
Marianne
Samoan
Arabian Peninsula
Aden Protectorate
Great Britain
Turkey
Alberta Farmers Among The Most Fortunate In Calgary
A Calgary Albertan report notes that farmers with abundant grain are among the most fortunate people this year. The piece highlights the farmer with the golden grain as envied for his success and prosperity in Alberta agriculture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Calgary
Allies Playing a Gigantic Game on World War I Fronts
The piece argues the German eastward push toward Petrograd is vast yet unsuccessful, while Allies coordinate a grand strategy. It cites rumored 17 inch guns and a planned western push, predicting a decisive move when Russia’s drive hits a set point and a near-final peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiont
Matty
Warsaw
Russia
Petrograd
Moscow
France
Bordeaux
Paris
Calais
Germany
Austria
England
War names for newborns sweep England and Canada
A Montreal Star report notes English and Canadian families christening war inspired names for babies. Lusitania is the daughter of a seaman from a torpedoed trawler crew, while others bear names like Shrapnel Ypres Jenkins-S. Y. Jenkins, Langemarcy, Marie Joffrine, and Von Hindenberg reflecting patriotic sentiment amid World War I.
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Lusitania Hepplethwaite
England
Montreal Star
Lusitania
Three Sisters
Yarmouth
Canada
Kitchener
Joffre
Louvain
Mons
Marne
Calgary
Ypres
Jenkins
S. Y. Jenkins
Manchester
Reginald Ally Monaghan
William Ally Monghan
Trench” Anderson
Trench
Scotland
Flanders
Trenca
Point St. Charles
Langemarcy
East End
Marie Joffrine
Montreal
von Hindenberg
Mackenzen Schmidt
BC to Consider Government Shipbuilding Venture
Vancouver resident Hugh McLean urges British Columbia to enter shipowning and operate government built ships to develop natural resources and boost exports. He argues BC lumber lacks fair world recognition and that provincial wealth justifies bold government management of vessels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C
British Columbia
Hugh McLean
Vancouver
McLean
Responsibility for the War Attributed to Germany
The British foreign office replies to German statements about the war origin. It cites Germany refusing a proposed conference on July 27 1914 and notes Russian mobilization followed by German ultimatums. It recalls Belgium assurances, Grey Lichnowsky interview disputes, and states Germany declared war on Russia August 1 and on France August 6 1914.
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Foreign Office
Russia
Goschen
Berlin
Germany
Gium
F. Villiers
Edward Grey
Sir Edward Grey
Prince Lichnowsky
London
B&. Grey
Great Britain
Austria
Serbia
France
Petrograd
French Airmen Use Liquid Air Bombs
A renowned French aviator describes how a 60 year old science professor joined the air service as sub lieutenant to test a liquid air bomb he invented. He flew near Heutte rne and dropped a 100 pound bomb on a German headquarters, destroying the chateau. The professor now directs bomb manufacture aiding French air raids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Air Service
Academy of Science
Legion of Honor
Hebuterne
Canada Draws Record American Tourist Traffic
The Canadian Pacific Railway reports unprecedented American tourist inflow over the past year with about fifty thousand visitors exploring the West and grain belt. The trend boosts Canada’s growth and wealth while attracting settlers and shaping U S interest during wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Pacific Railway Company
Canada
San Francisco
Canadian West
Rockies
United States
Theodore Roosevelt
Montreal
Germany pays high price to collect household copper
The German government offers 31 000 per ton for copper objects deemed useless by households and depots. London market quotes copper at 260 per ton. The London Daily Express urges Britain to mimic the program to salvage copper tin and zinc for wartime shells and cartridges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
London
Bulz
London Daily Express
Ceremny
Dominion weighs Canadian war effort and duty in Europe
Sir George Foster, Canada’s minister of trade and commerce, says about 150 000 Canadians serve on the battle line or train for the war in Europe. He notes Canada has trained over 70 000 men and sent them to stations in Europe for further training, with 80 000 more being recruited. He argues the Dominion’s aid stems from imperial duty and shared peril, and that Canada’s agricultural resources help absorb wartime burdens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir George Foster
Europe
Canada
Sir George
McGill Dean Reports Lime Phosphate Find in Banff Park
Phosphetes of Lime Deposit reported by Dr Frank D Adama of McGill and W J Dick mining engineer. Discovery in Banff National Park could boost Canada grain farming as lime phosphate is a premier fertilizer. They traced formations from the western plains to Canada Montana border and located deposits in North Kootenay Pass Crown of Pass and Banff area. Also three previously unrecorded coal seams found near South Keotepiy Pass. official statement expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank D. Adama
Faculty of Applied Science
McGill University
Banff National Park
W. J. Dick
Commission of Conservation
Canada
Siates
Idaho
Utah
Wyoming
Montana
Ahey
Butte
Kootenay Pass
Crown Nest Pass
Hanff National Park
Adams
Otawa River
Keotepiy Pasa
Let Ontario Give Thanks
In the Broctville Times a note urges gratitude for Ontario crops despite recent bad weather. It contrasts crop damage with Belgium and asks readers to count their blessings, focusing on relief that losses are not greater.
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Ontario
Belgium
Broctville Times
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U.S
Panama
Wolves Aid
The
Tos National Park
Banff
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