Grain and Gunpowder War Food Outlook and European Shortages
Despatches describe Britain's efforts to avert food shortages during prolonged conflict. Lloyd George's government drives intensive cultivation, while France and Belgium face long rebuilding after devastation. Germany and Austria loom as famine risks with depleted reserves and failed import channels, urging Western Canadian farmers to boost grain and meat production for Empire needs.
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Great Britain
Lloyd George
England
Keance
France
Belgium
Germany
Austria
Britain
Canada
United States
Broomball
Biritain
Europe
Howl
Canada may face wheat decline after war say Manitoba professor
Prof Reynolds of Manitoba predicts Canadian wheat profits collapse within ten years due to competition from Russia and India, with prices dropping postwar. He cites unemployment, labor shifts, and the need to rebuild Belgium as global effects, while noting Canada could lead recovery through land, thrift, and education.
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Russia
India
J. Ki. Re
Manitoba
Reynolds
Ada
Canada
Liverpool
Reynold
Belgium
How Money Makes Money and the Rise of Millionaires
An editorial argues that wealth concentrates as millionaires grow, not by creating wealth but by absorbing it. It cites inflated stock values from trusts and predicts harsher conditions for the many unless Congress imposes a stiff inheritance tax, warning of ten to eleven year bleed rates on investments. The piece appears in South Whitley, Indiana.
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United States
Congress
South Whitney
Ind
Keeping Boys on Farms Through Interest and Training
The text argues two imperatives for the country: more farmers and better methods plus an improved product distribution system. It suggests increased financial stake for youth in crops to deter rural exodus and foster early responsibility in farm management.
Local Court Hears Chickens and Counsel
A defendant named Day Si faced a local justice after being brought before the court for a chicken incident. The judge pressed for more evidence before proceeding to sentencing.
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Astead
Building Cargo Carriers in Britain Against Margarine Sale
The article discusses Britain shifting shipbuilding from liners to plain cargo carriers to offset wartime losses and boost mercantile tonnage. It notes minister Burrell's stance against oleomargarine imports, citing dairy industry protection, rising Canadian butter output, and the economic question of lifting prohibition with no hasty action planned.
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Great Britain
Othe
Cet Ee
Martin Burrell
Burrell
Eee
Britisholumbia
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Britain
New Zealand
Quebec
Canada
Western Canada
W. RR. Motherwell
Freedom’s Holy Cause. Canada’s War Casualties List
A moving wartime editorial laments Canadian casualties in the fight for freedom. It honors the fallen, cites sacrifice as life’s price, and urges nationwide resolve and nonchalance for heroes’ work ahead. It exhorts national service and steadfast courage for Canada and France.
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Canada
France
Toughening Lamp Chimneys Simple Way in Which to Prolong Days of Usefulness
A method to extend lamp chimney life by using a salt bath to counteract weakening from amatonia cleaning. Dip glass globes or chimneys in a salt solution of one pint salt to two quarts soft water, then air dry. Also notes about timing and a stray quote on travel timing.
There is nothing the navy cannot do in war
The article extols the British Navy as a moral and military force. It praises naval discipline and sacrifice, cites heroism at Jutland, and argues the navy’s dominance determined World War I, urging gratitude from Canada and allied nations and noting a lasting tribute to the fleet.
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Hay
Elson
Pees
Jutland
Havin
Gernas
Toronto Mail
Bu. Pire
Stock Raising Revival Gains Ground In Western Canada
The Winnipeg Free Press reports a rebound in cattle ranching and mixed farming with more buyers at stock yards. About 2741 head were purchased at Union Stock Yards St Boniface and sent to farms in two months, while last year saw similar activity. Purchases in January February totaled 1037 head to Manitoba 1063 to Saskatchewan and 641 to Alberta. Federal government covers railway and hotel expenses for transport to support breeders and feeders, with reduced freight rates and bank aid aiding the effort.
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Winnipeg Free Press
Union Stock Yards
St. Boniface
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Union
Oeyers
Saul
Canada
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Prof. Reynolds
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Mr. Chains
Boston
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