Program of centenary peace celebration modified
War stalls centenary peace celebrations between Great Britain and the United States delaying public rejoicing. Pamphlet by the Canadian Peace Centenary Association notes messages of cordiality across the border and urges education of public opinion to foster international goodwill after the war ends. Cleveland mayor lauds 100 years of peace along with the 4,000 mile boundary and hopes for stronger future cooperation.
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Great Britain
United States
Europe
Great Republic
Canadian Peace Centenary Association
Ghent
Eace Centenary Association
Sir Edmund Walker
Boards of Trade
Pr Nied
Pamphel
Cleveland
Toronto
Prices Rise in 1914 War Shaped Canadian Costs
The 1914 labor department report notes war in August drove price levels, with a 136.1 index for 1914 versus 145.5 in 1913, and highlights marked gains in grains and fodder, animals and meats, woollens, and drugs while raw furs fell. It cites a 7 cent rise in overall costs, notes Meats stayed high but weakened late, and includes a budget showing a typical family’s weekly food expenditure at $7.73 in 1914.
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Department of Labor
Immigration Rules Tighten Entry to Canada by Family Size
An order in council restricts non family immigrants from entering Canada between March and October unless the head of the family has funds: $25 per adult and $175 per child under 18, with higher amounts required November through February. Exceptions include assured farm or domestic employment or joining specified relatives. Asiatic race exclusions noted.
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Canada
Orgeria Council
Seasonable Hints Advises on Agricultural Problems
Dominion experimental farms publish Seasonable Hints a quarterly that invites farmers to send problems to farm principals and station superintendents. Articles cover livestock poultry field crops forage plants orchard care bee culture and farm water. Free copies available from the Department of Agriculture Ottawa.
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Dominion Experimental Farms
Grisdale
E. S Archibald
Dominion Husbandman
F. C. Elford
Dominion Poultry Husbandman
W. L. Graham
Field Husbandry
M. O. Malte
Dominion
H. ¢. Gussew
W. T. T‘acoun
W. L. Sladen
F. Charlan
Dominion Tobacco
Frank T. Shutt
J. 2. Watson
Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
Canadian Bravery Praise From Colonel Currie
Colonel Currie returns to Ottawa to honor Canadian troops in France. He says Canadian soldiers fought like veterans, faced eight to one odds, and earned a flawless record of courage, reliability, and fighting ability praised by German prisoners and newspapers alike. Canada’s sons have covered themselves with glory for their swift training and exceptional conduct in France.
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Currie
M.P
Ottawa
France
Canada
Vancouver
Farmer-Banker Co Operation: A Path to Prosperity
A Chicago Tribune summary argues for farmer-banker cooperation to update public opinion and drive national prosperity. It states that in peace or war the nation benefits from coordinated effort, warns against exaggerated individualism, and urges bankers to work with farmers for long-term gains within democratic principles.
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America
Europe
Great Britain
Lloyd George
United States
Ianis
Peru
Chicago Tribune
More Men Needed Lord Kitchener's Guildhall Speech Calls For Recruitment
The Montreal Star quotes Lord Kitchener in a Guildhall speech urging more men for the armed forces. He repeats his prediction of a long war and insists the need remains urgent, stating the present position is as serious as ten months ago and vowing to press for continued manpower.
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Canada
Montreal Star
Farmers and Manufacturers Build Cooperative Ties
Canadian Farm notes a year of progress as farmers and manufacturers forge a sympathetic understanding. It argues agriculture dominates Canada’s economy yet relies on manufacturers for equipment, while manufacturers benefit from a prosperous farming sector. The piece calls for continued give and take to strengthen relations.
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Canadian Farm
Toronto
Canada
Indusria
Best Food for Soldiers in Training
The army purchasing commission ensures high quality food for soldiers in training at camps. Officers and men complaints are acted on promptly. The commission states only superior articles are bought and delivered to camps for inspection. Some complaints have noted ground coffee supplied instead of whole coffee.
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Army Purchasing Commission
ALY
Live Stock and Grain Production Outlook by Robinson
Charles Robinson of Clay Robinson and Co., Chicago’s largest live stock commission firm, touring Regina, sees strong livestock prospects in western provinces. He cites feed shortages, foot and mouth disease in the south, and war conditions as drivers of high prices likely to persist. He says the key is integrating livestock with grain production.
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Charles Robinson
Clay Robinson and Co
Chicago
Regina
Robinson
United States
Mr. Robinson
Years No Test of Age says Physician
Dr. Henry M. Friedman argues that age does not fix capability and elderly people can serve as libraries of knowledge and counsel. He cites longevity data, notes the value of mature judgment, and says the general productive span is about forty years with many exceptions among great elderly workers.
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Henry M. Friedman
United States Public Health Service
New York Medical Journal
Friedman
Senate
Friendman
Thomas Parr
Ufe
Gaiton
Shortage of Farm Labor Amid War Demand
C P R warns of looming farm labor shortages in the west as immigration stalls and Canadian youths enlist. With over 100000 under arms, the war may demand more workers, and eastern labor is scarce. Farmers are urged to hire now for a year and to mobilize labor for a likely fall famine while harvest acreage rises.
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C.P.R
Canada
Europe
Beginning to Wake Up Germany Faces Internal Dissent
A neutral observer in the London Times notes rising German criticism of leaders and policy as public opinion grows more vocal about Germany's failure to keep peace. The piece contrasts German right with others and cites a shift from fever to sober reflection. In April, central and eastern Ontario and western Quebec saw 61 buildings destroyed or damaged by lightning.
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London Times
Germany
Europe
Ontario
Quebec
Orchid Family Facts for Curious Learners
A concise overview of the orchid family, highlighting diversity, notable genera, and general growing tips. Explains why orchids are prized for unique blooms, pollination strategies, and care basics for hobbyists new to this plant group.
Why Great Britain Occupies Foremost War Position
A historical perspective argues that Britain holds the pivotal role in the World War due to its defense of Belgian neutrality, naval dominance, and imperial resolve. It asserts German plans failed as Britain united with allies, driving German aggression toward a global struggle and securing national honor and liberty.
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Great Britain
Britain
Itaer Russa
France
3Rmany
Russia
Crancessk
Germany
Kaiser
North Sea
von Kluck
Iussia
Belgium
Strugs
Food Prices Jump in England and Germany
The Board of Trade Labor Gazette reports food costs up about 25 percent higher in large English towns and 30 percent in small towns and villages from the previous year. German figures show May prices in Berlin surged 69 percent above May 1914, with beef up 105 percent, bacon 152 percent, eggs 157 percent, bread 83 percent, and lard 161 percent.
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Board of Trade Labor Gazette
England
Berlin
Vienna
Apri Whan
Thaw Fight Costs Run High in Efforts to Save Thaw
New York has spent about 400 thousand dollars in its bid to maintain the dignity of its laws against Harry K Thaw and his family. They sought to spare him from the electric chair and later from insanity imprisonment. The Thaws have paid more than 1000 in lawyers alienists detectives and other expenses. William Thaw died before the scandal leaving a fortune estimated at 49 000 006. His will cut Harry Thaw off with 2500 a year. Mrs Thaw the widow increased this to 89009 a year. New York Herald.
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New Yorke
Harry K. Thaw
Wilam Thaw
Harry Thaw
Heat From Waste Heat Improves Garden Yields
Professor Kuebler announces experiments at the Technical High School showing heated soil using factory waste heat doubles crop yields and yields 40 to 100 percent larger for maize wheat potatoes beans beets turnips compared with unheated ground. The plan gains official support and funds. crops sold at higher prices cover heating costs.
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Kuebler
Technical High School
Presden
Knevier
Miister
Vna Cordola at Grand Canal Letter Fragment
The fragment recalls a last niche by the Grand Canal, noting wine and drink with a sense of fullness and emotion. The archaic phrasing suggests a reflective mood amid intimate settings.
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Lord Kitchener
Katherine
Katie
Boston Trauser
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