Fertilizer Use and Soil Fertility Principles
A discussion on long term soil fertility argues fertilizers alone do not sustain yields. Emphasizes integrating legumes and soil-building practices, warns against continuous chemical feeds and notes the need for multi-year commitment by farming tenants. Also touches on worms remedies and a stray anecdote about military parade discipline.
No Peace While German Power Remains Strong
Dr. Charles E. Eliot assails German efficiency and education in a broad critique of the war era. He argues German power cannot yield peace until it is broken and praises Anglo American liberties while noting France Russia and Britain shaping the war’s outcome.
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Charles E. Eliot
Harvard
Jacob H. Bchaif
Germany
Great Britain
Belgium
Eliot
England
France
United States
Russia
Austria-Hungary
Price Stability Seen In Canned Goods Despite Trade Friction
The Journal of Commerce reports canned goods prices are likely to stay firm as friction over the expired Dominion Canners Company agreement is resolved. Major wholesalers and retailers maintain original price levels, while a few smaller firms experiment with reductions to gain market share. Overall industry conditions are improving after trade depressions, with strong foreign orders signaling a better outlook.
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Dominion Canners Company
Journal of Commerce
Curious naval bombardment tale aboard Triumph
A naval action near Turkish forts describes the Triumph suffering a shell strike that set fire to the captain's cabin. The crew then burst water pipes to flood and extinguish the flames, preventing greater damage as fire spread.
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Triumph
London
Poultry Management Advised for Profitable Flocks
Farmers should keep at least a quarter to a third of fowls as hens one to three years old and avoid sacrificing cockerels at year end. Some exceptions allow keeping two or three good males. A balanced flock with mature hens and sturdy males yields stronger, more profitable layers.
Commission Plan to Boost Dominion Agricultural Production
A royal commission will be appointed by the government to investigate increased agricultural production in the Dominion and related issues such as wider markets and employment. Authorized to hire scientific staff, the commission will report interim findings and consider improving production methods, demonstration, larger acreage, cooperatives, cold storage, and abattoir facilities. The council minute stresses expanding markets for Canada and trading partners after the war.
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Dominion
Congress of Mayors
Canada
Charles Dilke and the age of the peace motto
A London Chronicle note traces the phrase Prince of Peace to an 1815 memorandum by Fr. von Gentz aimed at Lord Castlereagh and the Duke of Wellington. It suggests Sir Charles Dilke may be right that the idea predates Sir Robert Peel and signals the nation's ministers would guard peace at any hazard.
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Mr. Bryan
London Chronicle
Charlies Dilke
Sir Charles
Fr. von Gents
Farm income and self-sufficiency in family farming
A Montreal Family Herald study analyzes farm families across regions, finding average annual farm sustenance costs at 595.08 with 63 percent of food supplied by the farm. It notes rent would rise to 125 yearly, and board plus lodging averages 14.62 monthly per person, most of which is provided by the farm. It stresses direct farm supplies, not cash crops, as the main income source for family prosperity.
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Tims
Pamily Herald
Montreal
Our Brave British Soldiers Answer The Call
The Inverness Courier laments slacker notions and honors British soldiers who eagerly took up arms to defend the realm. They faced danger with resolve, and their families shared in the sacrifice, believing their lives and efforts were not in vain.
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Inverness Courier
Bavarian prison camp report names Rothschild kin in Vienna area
A Bavarian courier reports a Paris branch Rothschild was captured at Lerchenfeld near Vienna while driving an automobile. Sp an embassy efforts to obtain solar treatment for the man are noted.
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Lerchenfeld
Vienna
Paris
Rothechild
Ce Ae
War and Comets Inspire Armies Across Ages
A European Herald summary notes how comets and celestial events have spurred wartime legends since 1466. It cites Halley’s comet seen by Mahomet II and pope’s troops, a 1914 solar eclipse near Paris, a brilliant evening comet, Mercury transit, and a 1915 Italian earthquake with extraordinary casualties, all shaping public perception during conflict.
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Teuton
Halley
Mahomet II
Calixtus III
Muhsulman
Gross
Itayataghan
Paris
von Kluck
Ange
Delavan
O of
la Plate
England
Italy
New York Herald
Care of School Gardens During Holidays
Teachers struggle to keep school gardens active through holidays. Pupils may visit plots in September to weed and maintain beds. Trustees, janitors, and committees organize weekly supervision to sustain garden work and even provide flowers for services.
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Agric Gazette
Teponant
Two blades of grass grow where one bloomed before
Experts describe soil study enabling crop yields to double by matching plants to soil types. They note weak soils limit production but show how applied knowledge boosts growth. Manufacturers can apply the same logic to distribution weaknesses using newspaper advertising as a tonic.
Coloring roses with soot for deeper bloom color
Instructions describe applying soot from wood fires to rose roots or near them to deepen bloom color. It mentions soot from chimney or stove ash, placement near roots, and cautions about avoiding injury to the plants while achieving darker petals.
Range finders and aerial observations shape artillery in war
The Field Artillery Journal discusses the range finder a telescopic instrument aiding rapid distance measurement and target alignment. It explains the height and measuring screws, fuse setting, and how aeroplanes assist with distance data and signaling to improve fire control at long ranges near Ypres.
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Ottees
Field Artillery Journal
Lery
ST Oein
Ypres
Factories Across Dominion Engage in Shell Production
In Canada during wartime 247 factories in 78 cities produce shells. Montreal leads with 35, followed by Toronto 28 and others coast to coast. The industry employs between 60,000 and 70,000 artisans with a weekly wage bill around 1,000,000 dollars. Changes to equipment boosted output to 40,000–60,000 shells daily, with contracts already placed requiring about 170,000 tons of lead and thousands of tons of other materials.
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Dominion
Montreal
Toronto
Canada
Varieties of Corn To Grow For Enslage In Ontario Quebec
An agricultural survey lists about sixty corn varieties grown for ensilage in Ontario and Quebec. It notes many farmers lack knowledge of which variety they plant and favors later maturing, high yielding options for northern districts to balance quality against cost.
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Ontario
Quebec
Longfellow
Standford
North Dakota
Compton
Wisconsin
Interview with Sir William Crooks on war endurance
The London Daily Chronicle prints Harold Begble's interview with Sir William Crooks. He argues for steady war wear and “hanging on” to weaken Germany, criticizes gas use, and believes time favors the Allies. He notes no loss of mental or physical vigor with age and recalls eyesight testing.
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William Crooks
London Daily Chronicle
Harold Begble
Germany
Indies
William
England
Mr. Begble
Sir William
Hegbie
Women of Turkey Eye Liberty Amid War Time Hopes
Describes allied bombardment of Dardanelles and Turkish harems. Reports that many women see freedom from centuries of restrictions as a possibility if the regime falls. Covers age 12 marriage, veiled life, and limited freedoms of wives and daughters in harems.
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Dardanelles
Turkey
Spee En Baer
Husbaees
German Submarine Tale Sees Mixed Reception Abroad
British naval authorities dismiss a Berlin backed claim that German subs traveled from Wilhelmshaven to Constantinople via the Straits. A New York Times quotation suggests Germany aims to sway U S opinion, noting alleged Bosphorus base and Beebrvaay yard activity with parts routed through Austria Roumania and beyond.
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Berlin
Wilhelmshaven
Constantinople
Gibraltar
New York Times
United States
Atlantic
Bosphorous
Beebrvaay
North Sea
Germany
Constanti- Beleera
Austria
Roumania
Locomotive Orders From USSR for 260 Units Reported
A US locomotive works received a USSR government order for 260 locomotives to be delivered before year’s end. The announcement notes this as a significant wartime industrial instruction and reflects broader trade ties between the two nations.
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United
Sates
Cut-worms Bulletin Details Control Methods in Canada
The Dominion Department of Agriculture issues a 1 page bulletin No. 16 on Cut-worms and their Control by Arthur Gibson. It ranks cut-worms with San Jose Scale Cod oe and Hessian Fly for damage and outlines remedial practices, poisoned baits, furrow prevention, and life history of 15 common species with 20 illustrations. Copies are free from Ottawa Publication Branch.
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Dominion Department of Agriculture
Arthur Gibson
Aesistant
San Jose
Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
Britain to add four fast battle cruisers to naval fleet
The Scientific American reports Britain plans four new battle cruisers with 13.5 inch guns and speeds up to 28 knots, potentially surpassing existing Queen Elizabeth class vessels. It notes current fast ships Lion, Princess Royal, Queen Mary and Repulse at about 28 knots and 13.5 inch weapons.
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Scientific American
Britain
Lion
Princess Royal
Ottawa Journal
Wolves in Sheeps Clothing in Nursing Uniforms
The Nursing Mirror reports on spies disguising as Red Cross nurses abroad and at home. The article notes persistent rumors and cites convincing evidence that skeptics may have overlooked. Lord K is mentioned regarding prior concerns.
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Red Cross
Famler
Lord K
Maegigendes
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