Science and War Addressed by Prof McLennan
Prof McLennan head of Toronto University physics department and member of an English war inventions board urged Canadian scientists to devote energy to war efforts and postwar needs. He urged agrarian development and fertilizer production from British Columbia potash and water power, calling on business leaders to partner with the Royal Canadian Institute to advance practical science in war and industry.
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Empire Club
Loyouto
McLennan
University of Toronto
Canada
British Columbia
Royal Canadian Institute
A Riddle The latest riddle What goods are ou being made in Germany and finished in England
The item hints at a riddle about goods produced in Germany and finished in England. The wording suggests a play on manufacturing steps or origin and destination, possibly a historical reference to trade or shipbuilding, with a nod to Zeppelin era themes.
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Germany
England
Tooderich
Why Democracies Demand Answers From Verboten Rules
The Wisconsin State Journal argues that democracies empower citizens to ask why arbitrary edicts like Verboten lose their force. It contrasts German obedience under autocracy with American emphasis on inquiry, suggesting many Germans in America reflect a history of repression and a new culture of questioning.
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Germany
Earth
America
Wisconsin State Journal
Constancy tale of Kitchener and a marriage vow
A young aide in India asks for furlough to marry. Lord Kitchener delays two years then grants leave after confirming constancy. The aide reveals the chosen partner differs, ending the anecdote with a wry note. The Argonaut describes the famed bachelor’s measured approach.
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Lord Kitchener
India
Kitchener
Kenilworth
Conchides
The
Argonaut
Holloway's Corn Cure Declared Safe for Use
Authorities state there is no poisonous ingredient in Holloway's Corn Cure and it can be used without danger of injury.
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Holloway
Confession to evacuate Belgium deemed impossible by Berlin paper
The Tageszeitung argues evacuation is impossible because Belgium would become an irreconcilable German enemy. The Springfield Republican notes the piece oddly validates harsh German conduct in Belgium and contrasts invasions and occupations with uneasy reconciliations elsewhere.
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Belgium
Berlin Tageszeitung
Germany
Austria
Prussia
Littl
Springfield Republican
Minard’s Liniment Cures Dandruff Ad Claims
A fragmentary line reads a humorous claim that Minard’s Liniment cures dandruff. A playful exchange references a science magazine noting winking as an eye bath. The piece appears as a light ad or joke item from a vintage newspaper page.
Animals Under Fire In War Front Behavior Varies By Species
The article notes dogs show distress near shells yet may dash along trenches barking during fire, while cats often seek dry shelter and food and may venture into trenches. It recounts a black cat adopted by a west county yeomanry unit that survived bombardment and later lived in billets with a tag around its neck.
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West County Yeomanry
Baby's Own Tablets Backed by Guarantee for Summer Stomach Ailments
Home health ad touts Baby's Own Tablets as preventive for summer stomach troubles including diarrhoea and cholera infantum. Claims a government analyst guarantee of harmlessness and notes use for both sick and well children. Sold by medicine dealers or mail order from The Drums Medicine Co Brockville, 25 cents a box.
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Dr.ms Medicine Co
Brockville
Int
Barbering Among Wounded Soldiers Becomes Trade Training
In a Canadian military convalescent hospital, a barber's corner run by soldiers illustrates the military hospitals commission efforts to reassign disabled veterans to useful trades. The room also serves as an educational center where ex-soldiers learn shaving and haircuts, shoe repair, carpentry, engineering, typing, bookkeeping, beekeeping, and more. Some will need new training with family support, but most can earn a good living after discharge, with fellow citizens ensuring suitable work.
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Canada
Military Hospitals Commission
All Night with Asthma Remedy Ad
All night suffering from asthma described as keeping victims awake. Morning finds them unable to work though business must proceed. The ad promotes Dr. J. D. Kelloges Asthma Remedy and claims it drives away the attacks.
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J. D. Kelloge
Prussian Character Portrayed in a List of Attributes
The quote surveys Prussian traits describing spying as essential, alongside conceit, indifference to others, jealousy, envy, self-satisfaction, industry, inquisitiveness, cruelty, reverence for authority, imitation, and materialism as marked national features.
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Prussia
Hard on the Lions Wise Saying from Charles Spurgeon
A noted quip from Charles H. Spurgeon cites why the lions did not eat Daniel. The line hinges on Daniel's backbone and grit as the basis of his steadfast character.
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Charles H. Spurgeon
Daniel
Corn Crop Outlook Positive in Surplus States
The American corn crop is reported favorable by a majority of surplus producing states, signaling steady yields and potential稳定 farm market impact.
Debated Lloyd George speech in German Reichstag discourse
In a Reichstag debate Dr Helfferich challenges Lloyd George claims on British war aims and U boat warfare. He asserts Britain seeks economic oppression, warns that German naval power and U boat strategy rely on sea conditions and American aid prospects, noting sinking impacts on Entente.
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Helffrich
Reichstag
Great Britain
Germany
Helfferich
Great
Lloyd George
New Calendar Change in Russia and Global Implications
A New York Independent note explains Russia’s calendar shift as altering the end of May into mid June and discusses historical reforms from Julius Caesar to the Gregorian system. It compares Russia’s move to daylight saving, mentions Pope Gregory XIII, English adoption in 1750, and calendar reforms in Bulgaria and Turkey while noting the Gregorian calendar’s long-term accuracy.
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Russia
Julius Caesar
Greorg XIII
England
Bulgaria
Turkey
New York Independent
Identified Binks and Shafer Across the Street
A confused speaker suspects a woman across the street is familiar and notes items worn by a relative. He identifies a dress, a hat, and a pair of sandals as belonging to his wife daughter and mother-in-law, while noting a cook from Philadelphia.
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Binks
Shafer
Philadelphia
British Prisoners Not Downhearted in Ghent
A neutral traveler who recently visited Ghent reports British prisoners arriving from Flanders march with heads up and shout Are we down-hearted No They appear splendid The traveler also notes long trains of German wounded arriving and describes the Germans mounting them in open trucks as evidence of heavy losses.
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Ghent
Flanders Front
A Paean for Sea Food
The article argues for greater use of fish to cut living costs, noting per capita meat dominance, fish supply as inexhaustible, and the need to educate the public on fish nutrition and preparation. It suggests the food controller aims to conserve meat and urges practical cooking guidance.
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Nihe
Eat Less Bread Campaign Cuts Wheat Use in England
A Food Administration statement shows July wheat consumption in England fell by twenty percent versus February. Since March, the Eat Less Bread campaign has driven declines of two percent in March, four percent in April, about ten percent in May, and fifteen percent in June. Additional wheat savings stem from new milling rules and home cooperation, while compulsory saving applied to public eating houses.
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England
Food Administration
Worm Powders Tackle Infant Worms and Malnutrition
Mills Worm Powders claim to destroy intestinal worms in infants and correct stomach and bowel morbid conditions. By removing worms they say full nourishment is restored and growth is promoted.
Germans Hear Call for Flanders, Empire, and Bases
Gen von Liebert in Kathenow, Prussia, vows no peace before securing Flanders coast, colonial empire, and maritime bases. Speech praised by supporters but critiqued by the German press with Vorwaerts noting it may prolong the war.
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von Liebert
Kathenow
Prussia
Deutsche Lages Zeitung
Flanders
Liebert
Vorwaerts
Dreaming of a Proposal Sparks tea room chat
A fragment from a 19th century paper quotes a man recalling a dream of proposing to a beautiful girl. The dialogue suggests playful wit as the woman asks for the response, captured in a brief humorous excerpt.
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