Boy Scout Training Links Character and Education
A historical discussion argues that character formation should accompany knowledge in schooling and that Scouting serves as a moral force guiding boys toward self direction. It notes map drawing, district knowledge, and Pathfinder proficiency as practical training, while highlighting Sea Scout activities and the value of nautical skills for youth development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Faes
Boy Scouts Movement
At -Healt
Heal
Sistine
Ithin
Ain
Esquimalt
Canadian General Council
Tee
Prophecy Clues War End From Cryptic Letter
A Renfrewshire soldier in Germany sent a letter to his mother predicting the war’s end in cryptic terms. He mentions a brother William in Canada with a contract finishing in May and plans to return home, prompting the mother to seek meaning amid unclear phrases and misreadings.
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Renfrewshire
Germany
William
Canada
Fragmented View on Slavery and War Labor
The text discusses state slavery as a shocking reality of war era, suggesting peace efforts hinge on avoiding such conditions. It notes European workers once accepted any master and links depor tation and conscription to forced labor. The excerpt reflects upheaval in civilization’s peacetime norms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Smuts Marks Bold East Africa Campaign Victory
The Toronto Globe lauds General Smuts for a seven month east Africa campaign that felled German control in the colony except a small southeastern district. Aerial and ground maneuvers, a flying column, and reinforced forces from Rhodesia and Portugal sealed the British success.
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Africa
Smuts
Europe
Siuts
Cermany
East Africa
Flanders
Der-es-Salaami
van Deventer
Deventer
Belgium
Rhodesia
Mozambique
Kandahar
Toronto Globe
Brace Ourselves for Hard Phase After War Overture
The prime minister warns that victory remains difficult even if the enemy's is not assured. Governments respond decisively to the German overture. Aiming to reconstruct Europe, leaders pledge greater sacrifices, austere economics, and readiness for an arduous final phase beyond the first war. Westminster Gazette notes the decisive stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Westminster
Norwich bishop uses palace grounds for gardens and aid
The Bishop of Norwich turns Palace grounds into market gardens growing fresina beef and carrots replacing flowers. He says vegetables foliage has a good effect down the ths. Geese strut on the was with rabbits taking the place of butchers meat, enabling economies and practical aid within the diocese for those in need.
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Norwich
England
fFresina
Poles Refuse to Join German Placed Polish Army
Berlin reports show Polish subjects in Russian Poland resist enlistment for a Polish Army planned by German authorities. Obvious reluctance persists despite repeated rallies and obligatory service being introduced in occupied territories. A Polish Socialist party resolution urges workers not to enlist and supports ending recruitment.
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Russian
Poland
Teuton
Berlin
Orriere Della Sera
Milan
Warw
Worzod
Polish Socialist Party
Chamber of Deputies
Lithuania
Farmers Will Buy Fewer Autos Says Oregonian View
The Portland Oregonian argues farmers should buy about half as many autos as city dwellers. Farmers’ self reliance, rural repair skills, barns, and business travel offsets justify lower auto ownership costs, unlike city men who face higher net expenses unless the car aids their business.
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Portland Oregonian
Greater Profits From Clean Seed
Farmers are urged to sow well cleaned seed to boost yields and profits. Cleaning seed in winter with a fanning mill removes light grain and weeds, preventing weed growth and increasing net profit, with minimal cost.
Bernstorff Tears Up As U S Sailor Homeward Bound
Bernstorff, moved to tears, received his discharge and said he was not surprised by the action taken and wondered how he was to get home. He expressed sorrow and reflected on the United States position.
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United States
Bernstorff
Never court a girl whose father is a for he always has a kick coming
The line warns against pursuing a relationship with a girl whose father harbors a volatile temper. It notes the risk of family interference and repeated disputes, implying caution in romantic entanglements with protective or aggressive guardians.
Rural education grounds urged in Dundas survey
A 1916 Dundas Ontario survey by the Commission of Conservation shows 98 percent of 400 farmers visited had public school only, 92 percent of wives, and high percentages favoring short courses in agriculture. It urges making rural schools more efficient with enhanced agriculture instruction.
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Dundas County
Ontario
Commission of Conservation
Business
Canada to Train Twenty Squadrons of Air Men
The Canadian government will organize train and equip twenty reserve aero squadrons for the British Royal Flying Corps this spring. The Aero Club of Canada led by Colonel W. Hamilton Merritt announced the plan to the Aero Club of America. Training schools will be run under Imperial Army control with the Munitions Board constructing 3600 training aeroplanes. British expenditure on air power and the global expansion of air services are noted, with Canada aiding in aviator training and aircraft production.
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Royal Flying Corps
Aero Club of America
Aero Club of Canada
W. Hamilton Merritt
Canada
Imperial Army
Munitions Board
Dominion
United States
Air Service
Toronto
England
Royal Naval Air Seavter
Henry Woodhouse
Empire Plans to Make Soldiers Land Settlers in Canada
The piece argues for organizing the empire around self sufficiency and production from the soil. It envisions turning ex service members into land settlers in Canadian lands to prevent loss of citizens to foreign countries and to strengthen national power.
The Nations Resources Call for Bold Conservation Action
The war has stirred all British nations to reexamine their material resources. The true gospel is national safety through economic possession and efficient use of resources. The address urges vigorous action now, not delay, as lessons of war demand proactive conservation.
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Sir Clifford Sifton
Commission of Conservation
World sheep counts by country up to 1916 survey
The article lists global sheep totals through 1916, noting Australia led with 85 million in 1913 but fallen after a 1915 drought to 72 million, with Argentina close behind at 80 million. It cites Russia, the United States, Britain, South Africa, Uruguay, New Zealand, France, Spain, Italy, and Brazil, plus trends of increases or declines in various nations.
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Australia
Russia
United States
British South Africa
United Kingdom
Uruguay
New Zealand
France
Spain
Italy
Brazil
Argentine
British East Africa
Bulgaria
Madagascar
Unite States
Algeria
Holland
Sweden
Switzerland
Africa
Huge Caucasus Bear Serves as Allied Front Mascot
A bear from the Caucasus Mountains travels with a Russian regiment to France as a symbol of Allied solidarity. The animal shares in rations with the soldiers and stands guard during night vigils before its six days on the front line.
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France
Caucasian
Jenna
Patient seeks itemized bill amid peculiar payments
A patient questions a hospital bill claiming amounts of one thousand and five hundred dollars and references a reputation and a person named Reaven, asking for itemization of charges and payment details.
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Boy Scout
Occupied Territory
Empire
National Safety
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