Korean Capital Occupied By Japanese Troops After Plot
Seoul is under siege as Japanese forces occupy all areas following the September 2 assassination attempt on Korea governor Baron Saito. The would be assassin remains at large while multiple suspects are under arrest. The Japanese press deems the bombing expected and criticizes the governor’s naval appointment as inflaming Koreans. Kokuminto leader Takeshi Inukai argues civilian leadership might have eased tensions.
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Tokio
Baron Saito
Korea
Seoul
Seige
Takeshi Inukai
Kokuminto
National Party
Canadian cheese shipped to France by parcel post
Ottawa reports that Canadian cheese has been sent to Paris by parcel post. John F. Ryan of Montreal presented samples to Paris merchants in round 10 pound cylinders dipped in paraffin and wrapped in paper. The cheese arrived in excellent condition after 34 days in transit.
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Ottawa
Ont
P. Roy
Canada
Paris
France
John F. Ryan
Montreal
Pain Relieving Reliever Promotes Quick First Round Relief
A classic analgesic advert touts fast relief from rheumatic aches sprains and neuralgic pain. It emphasizes easy penetration without rubbing and states prices at mall drug stores of 35 cents, 70 cents, and 1 dollar 40.
Plaque For Veterans Ottawa To Be Distributed In Canada
The scroll and memorial plaque to honor war dead will be issued by the British government to next of kin. The plaque requires a special factory, delaying simultaneous distribution with the scroll in Canada through the Department of Militia and Defence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Canada
Department of Militia and Defence
Woodlands resident praises Minard’s Liniment for horses
W S Pineo of Woodlands Middleton Nova Scotia attests the liniment’s value for horse flesh. He states years of use and calls it the best liniment on the market. Signed testimonial supports product efficacy.
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Minard
W. S. Pineo
Woodlands
Middleton
N.S
Farm Colony For Tubercular Veterans Near Calgary
Calgary officials plan a new farm colony for tubercular and recovering veterans in southern Alberta foothills. About 20 land sections west of Claresholm will be chosen within weeks by the Soldiers' Land Settlement Board for light duties and climate suited to recuperation. Farms will be scattered over a wide area to ease requirements. Many a good man blacks shoes and many a bad one blacks character.
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Calgary
Alta
Soldiers’ Land Settlement Board
Forest Reserve
Alberta
Soldiers’ Settlement Board of
Claresholm
It Is Always Safe to Send a Dominion Ex Press Money Order
A terse note claims sending a Dominion Express Money Order is safe and states a five dollar order costs three cents. The fragment suggests a payment method instruction but lacks broader context or corroborating details.
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Dominion Express
British Officers Pay Increased by Royal Warrant
London reports a royal warrant raises army salaries with second lieutenants from 320 to 375 pounds unmarried and 394 to 448 married. Lieutenants up to 503 for married and 429 for unmarried. Captains majors see similar rises. Colonel earns 1184 to 1242 depending on marital status. Increases repeat previously announced figures. Also contains ad parables about worms and debt avoidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Minard's Oiniment Sells Everywhere
A fragmented excerpt shows a mother reproaching a child for his temper and a meek voice commenting on temper and marriage. The piece references Minard's Oiniment being sold widely and includes dialog about choosing a husband with a cook.
Cholera Spreads in Seoul with New Combat Group Formed
Special dispatches from Seoul report widespread cholera in Korea with about a hundred deaths daily in Seoul. The flow of deaths prompts formation of an organization to fight the disease.
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Tokio
Seoul
Korea
Brazilian Property In Germany Is Safe
A German wireless message says it is now known in Germany that Brazilians believe Brazilian property in Germany was confiscated during the war. The report states that such property has not been liquidated nor placed under compulsory control.
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London
England
Germany
Brazil
Teething Troubles and Baby's Own Tablets
Worry accompanies teething as gums swell and bowels act up. Baby's Own Tablets are advertised to soothe fever, regulate digestion, and keep infants content. A testimonial from Mrs. Marcel D. LeBlanc claims six years of use. the product is sold by druggists or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co.
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Marcel D. LeBlanc
Memrzmcook
West, N.B
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Indemnity Doubts Over New Zealand Ottawa Claim
A Massey attributed statement claiming New Zealand to receive £10,000,000 indemnity from Germany draws comment. MPs may question Canada’s share as its claims are filed and Germany’s payment ability remains to be determined.
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Ottawa
Massey
New Zealand
Germany
Canada
Earl of Athlone Named Governor General of Canada
The Earl of Athlone brother of Queen Mary will be appointed governor-general of Canada next summer in succession to the Duke of Devonshire, the current holder of the post, per National News reports.
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London
Earl of Athlone
Mary
Canada
Duke of Devonshire
Record High Oats Yield On Portage Plains Farm
Eighteen acres of oats at the Fulton farm in Oakland produced 1 800 bushels total from 18 acres or 100 bushels per acre. The Banner variety oats sold at 82 cents per bushel. The land has been cropped for 40 years and demonstrates Portage Plains soil quality.
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Portage la Prairie
Man
Fulton
Oakland
Portage Plains
New Altitude Record for America at McCook Field
Major R. W. Schroeder reportedly set an American two man altitude record at McCook aviation field by reaching 29 000 feet. The world record of 30 500 feet is held by Capt Lang of the British Royal Air Force with a passenger aboard.
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Dayton
Ohio
America
McCook Aviation Field
R. W. Schroeder
Lang
Royal Air Force
Long Standing Asthma Help Promised by Kellogg Remedy
Many sufferers of asthma who have tried various remedies may find hope in letters received by manufacturers of Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy. The letters report hundreds of cases once desperate now aided by this preparation, including long-neglected cases.
Manitoba May Build Road to Mines if Dominion Fails
Manitoba treasurer Edward Brown says the province may study a provincial railway 72 miles to the mines north of The Pas if Ottawa does not build a railway. He noted the project is necessary to keep the mines operating, but that decision rests with the Dominion government.
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Winnipeg
Pas
Manitoba
Edward Brown
Brown
U.S. Plans to Retain German Liners for Army Transports
Chief of Staff March told the House Military Committee that some seized German liners will be kept permanently by the United States as part of the army transport service. President Wilson has decided on the ships allocation but will not discuss disposal plans, to be announced soon.
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Washington
United States
Army Transport Service
March
House Military Committee
Wilson
Fishes Thrive in Siberian Wintry Ice Blocks
In cold months rivers across Siberia freeze solid to the bottom yet fish remain alive within the ice. When spring melts the ice these trapped fishes resume active life and continue their vital existence.
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Siberia
Lemon Juice Skin Whitener Promoted in Simple Lotion
A vintage ad urges mixing juice from two lemons with three ounces of orchard white to create a quarter pint lemon skin lotion. It claims to bleach freckles sallowness and tan, soften and beautify skin with daily facial massage.
Indian veteran sentenced for manslaughter in Sussex
London report states William Jordan a full blooded Indian and former Canadian army member received one year penal servitude for the manslaughter of a ragman in Sussex. He allegedly beat the victim to death during a liquor fueled frenzy.
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London
Wm. Jordan
Sussex
Listen to This Corn Removal Method Promised
A Cincinnati authority touts a drug named freezone that, with a few drops on a corn, supposedly relieves soreness and extracts the entire corn including the root. The ether compound dries quickly and may cost little per quarter ounce at drug stores. The notice warns against cutting corns, calling it a personal crisis habit.
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Cincinnati
It Depended First Girl at Revere
A dialogue captured at Revere shows two girls discussing swimming ability. The first asks if the other can swim, the second replies she will learn only when no young man is around to teach her.
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Revere
Rattling Aim Tests Wits as Men Chase Bills
A wry remark contrasts keeping minds sharp with gathering funds, noting that some men struggle more to collect their wits than their bills. The line hints at personal resolve and financial pressures in a humorous historical voice.
Japan Exports Surpass Imports in 1918 Australian Trade
Sydney reports Japan's exports to Australia exceeded imports by 1 826 040 pounds in 1918, creating a favorable balance. NSW commercial commissioner J B Suttor attributes this to wool export restrictions and predicts a larger Australian surplus if restrictions end. A small boy muses on judging a slipper by its size.
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Sydney
New South Wales
Japan
Australia
J. B. Suttor
It Is Wise to Prevent Disorder
Many causes lead to stomach disorders and few are free from them. At first signs that the stomach and liver falter, try Parmelee’s Vegetable Pills. they quickly restore digestion. These pills blend laxative and sedative effects, making them highly effective.
German Army Concentrated on Poland Frontier
Paris dispatch from Sosnowice, Piotrkow, Poland, reports a German force of at least 200000 men massed on the Silesia frontier ready to attack Poland.
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Paris
Sosnowice
Piotrkow
Poland
Silesia
Wage workers fear rising prices despite steady pay
The New York Sun notes that much wage worker discontent stems from the worry prices may outpace pay. It argues that if prices halt their rise, workers would feel relief even with no raises, suggesting sentiment improves with price stabilization.
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New York Sun
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertises Cure
An old advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine claiming to build up the system and cleanse the blood to prevent frequent colds. It asserts internal action on mucous surfaces, lists price at 75 cents, offers testimonials and a $100 guarantee, and credits F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo, Ohio.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Growth of British Armed Forces Compared to War’s Start
The excerpt notes 1.25 billion British troops under arms worldwide, about five times the size of the early war force derided as a “contemptible little army” by the ex-Kaiser, as cited by the Hamilton Spectator.
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Hamilton Spectator
The Oldest and Safest Remedy Mentioned in Advert
The text describes a remedy touted as the oldest simplest and safest for diarrhoea dysentery colic cramps stomach pains summer complaint cholera morbus and other bowel issues. It emphasizes broad effectiveness across multiple ailments and ages.
Dr Fowler's Wild Strawberry Remedy Ad
This long established preparation has dominated the market for 74 years. It warns against unsafe no name substitutes and promotes a trusted remedy, claiming a Canada wide reputation. Sold for 35 cents and manufactured by The T Milburn Co Limited in Toronto Ontario.
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Dr. Fowler
Canada
T. Milburn Co., Limited
Toronto
Ont
No Deviation From Evacuation Policy From North Russia War Office
A War Office official denied any plan to deviate from Britain's evacuation policy in North Russia. He stated that when ports close British troops will have left and that generals on the spot will follow orders. There is no intention to hold Murmansk.
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London
England
War Office
Sherwood Kelly
North Russia
Murmansk
Watches from 1750 era enrich Auckland Museum collection
Melbourne reports Auckland Museum receiving a valuable hand made watch collection including two enamelled pieces. The items date to 1750s and originate from the Victoria and Albert Museum in Kensington. Donor Evan Robarts of Sheffield provided 1,500 antique watches with division instructions among Auckland and other specified museums.
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Melbourne
Victoria
Auckland
New Zealand
Victoria and Albert Museum
Kensington
England
Evan Robarts
Sheffield
Museum
Carranza Declares No Re-election and Retirement Plan
Venustiano Carranza states he will not seek another term as Mexico’s president and will transfer power to his successor at the end of his current term in December 1920. Treasury Secretary Luis Cabrera confirmed the pledge.
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Mexico City
Venustiano Carranza Nunder
Mexico
Luis Cabrera
the Treasury
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