A Webling Copyist Unmasks a Family Deception
In the Victorian drawing room Daphne and Sir Penywern confront a web of lies. He reveals that Webling copied letters from Daphne’s parents and faked documents to manipulate her feelings while the husband confronts Rathbone, the likely burglar from the window scene. The drama ends with a cliffhanger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pen Ywern
Sir Penywern
Mac
Rascal
Dutton
Sir Penyweth
Daphne
Webling’s Lodge
Webling
Rathbone
Canadian Seed Industry Grows Amid War Trade Shifts
Officials in Ottawa expect a large sustainable seed industry to emerge as Canadian growers, aided by new partnerships with California and Europe, boost production in the Okanagan. Profits are rising with sugar prices around nine cents a pound versus six prewar, but wartime labor shortages may affect competitiveness against European rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eest Faley
B. Rc
Okanagan
California
Europe
Ottawa
Will Relieve Sheep Skin Shortage in Canada
Canada will ease sheep skin scarcity caused by Australian export limits. After domestic needs are met, 40 bales monthly will be sold by public tender to approved buyers. Australia seeks to maintain trade with Canada, a major import market for coats and linings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Commonwealth
Ottawa
Praiseful Note On Canadian Mounted Police Origins
The article lauds General Steele and the North Mounted Police, noting English noble lineage within the force. It emphasizes the benefit to Canada from having such members in early western times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Steele
Vershee
Perking Fu
England
Ory
North Mounted Pelee
France
Canada
Havin
West
Britain urges faster mercantile shipbuilding amid wartime supply fears
The article notes strong calls to speed up mercantile construction as the war imposes food and supply risks. Neutrals at port and fleet actions influence trade, with emphasis on sustaining imperial commerce and reducing reliance on imports from other nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leséen Petes
Canada
Substantial Proof by Canadian Witness of Health Tonic
A Canadian witness reports taking nine bottles of Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and Favorite Stem Pellets. The testimonial claims the remedy cleanses the blood and improves health, praising an alterative extract made with pure ingredients and produced without Pierce's other products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Golden Medical
Astor Estate Details Involving Titanic Victims
The report outlines funds from Col Astor’s estate tied to the Titanic disaster aftermath. It notes allocations for infant trust income and maintenance, referencing Mrs Astor’s 1912 to 1915 period and her departure from the Astor home, affecting how the trust was managed and taxed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaru Jacob Astor
Colonel Astor
Willian
Ator
Col- Astor
Astor
John’s Kindheartedness On a Cracked Page
A fragment from the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph shows a character named John being urged to forgive a young girl who asks for clothes from an old trunk. The dialogue hints at a simple domestic moment and a forgiving tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Pittsburgh Chronicle. Telegraph
Sloan's Liniment Ad for Pain Relief
Old weather aches follow exposure. Soothe and relieve them with Sloan's Liniment, easier to apply than plasters or ointments and does not stain the skin. For rheumatic itch Beuraigia co oral strains and sore muscles, handy. Prices 25c, 60c, and $1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
Scout Training Emphasized Over Mass Instruction
Letters from a Second Lieutenant in the Royal Flying Corps praise Scout training for its practical benefits. A Cam district article urges Scoutmasters to nurture individuality and character, quoting officials who say Scouting builds the man, not mere instruction, with Education of the individual as the goal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Flying Corps
R.F.C
Iam
Cam
Stanleye Gardiner
Kitchener
London University College School
Toughening Lamp Chimneys Through Salt Bath Cleaning
The fragment discusses lamp chimneys and globes, noting losses add up and salt baths may counteract adverse effects from salt water. It mentions cleaning globes and returning to use after soaking, with references to heat and cold and extended time for dry periods.
Torpedo Safety Mechanism Averts Propeller Hazard
An incident at a safety institute describes a torpedo mechanism that prevents propeller engagement when a safety lock fails. A test motor caused a virtual jam warning, keeping the vessel safe despite system faults and near-miss conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weilangs Ont
Diedana
Language Ties Thought in Mutual Tongue Alliances
A discussion on how shared language underpins alliances between nations and the cross cultural understanding it enables. It argues that true alliances require people to communicate and adopt mutual habits across work, business, and society beyond formal treaties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerper
Austria
Appleford Counter Check Book Company Promo
An advertisement from Appleford Counter Check Book Company Limited promotes counter check and sales books in multiple formats. It highlights carbon and coated books, special triplicates, large Canadian supply, and nationwide distribution from Hamilton with offices in Toronto Montreal Winnipeg and Vancouver.
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O.K
Appleford Counter Check Book Company, Ltd
Hamilton
Canada
Toronto
Montreal
Winnipeg
Vancouver
Fragmented Note on Egg Preparation and Preservation
The text describes avoiding dirty eggs and damaged shells to ensure proper entrance after gas escape. It warns against chilling eggs and emphasizes washing and drying with cloth to protect the cuticle and control moisture for proper preservation. It mentions miniature varieties and guarantees bitter results from poor handling.
Co Operation as a Bond of Union in Ireland
An analysis of the Irish cooperative movement across Northern and Southern Ireland. It notes large networks, social scope, and the influence of revolutionary factions, while stressing unity and a shared cooperative ideal to resolve the Irish question.
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Ireland
Nottion
Har
L. Senith
Cruise
Cealion
Alana
Corvon
A and Co Arson
Luxemburg A German Captive
The Grand Duchy of Luxemburg remains effectively imprisoned within the Central Powers. German control limits food imports and trade, while German requisitions and soldiers constrain local life. Officials report high wages and money circulation, but scarce goods, with some goods diverted to Germany and locals smuggling to sustain supply.
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Grand Duchy of
Luxemburg
Commeny
France
Cae
Tas
Cir
Ines Foundries
Sopertans
Oon
Holland
Denmark
Lemburg
Germany
Canadian Flyers Wanted Resumes Call for More Recruits
A December notice reported 350 positions for Canadian flyers, with hopes for more recruits. The Ottawa dispatch notes recruitment now resumes and aims to fill the remaining needed personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Rey Ake Air
Ottawa
Overseas Service Mentioned in Present Day Report
A fragmentary line notes overseas service in the present day context. It references land, ball, and car like terms unclear in context, suggesting a brief mention of international service or deployment.
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Ball
Coche
Testing the Herd Profit From Milk and Feed
The note estimates dairy herd income based on monthly milk yield and feed costs. It discusses milk output around five to seven pounds per cow per day and the efficiency needed to cover expenses. It mentions a commission and the need for milk record forms.
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Seed Garden of Canada
Okanagan Valley
Canadian Mounted Police
Casey
London
Canadian Witness
Sloan's
Boy Scout
Little Principality
Hingston-Smith Arms CO. Ltd
Mark
Pree Babcock & Sons Fecmeriy Offee
Eetab
James ST
Washington
Aes
Eureka
Rite
Eddy
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