Farmers Combine Two Coops to Form Unified Western Grain Trust
Seven years after forming separate grain coops in Western Canada, The Alberta Farmers' Cove Elevator Co. and The Grain Growers' Grain Co. will merge on September 1. The union, backed by thousands of shareholders, brings together 30 000+ holders, assets over 3 million dollars, 300 country elevators, Fort William and Port Arthur terminals, and warehouses in Calgary Regina and Winnipeg to improve marketing and supply services for Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta farmers.
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Alberta Farmers’ Cove Elevator Co., Ltd
Grain Growers’ Grain Co., Ltd
Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Fort William
Port Arthur
Calgary
Regina
Winnipeg
Flier Captures War Pictures With Repeating Camera
The article describes Captain Guynemer, famed French flyer, using a camera attached to his aircraft to photograph each target. The camera acts as a picture machine, aiming to produce rapid war pictures from the air. The system, seen as a novel method, may be adopted by other fighting machines in Lafayette.
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Anevista
Guynemer
On Themn
Lafayette
Germany’s Gold Loss Mirrors Belt Tightening in 1916
The article notes the Reichsbank drained gold holdings through 1916, shedding 131, ROA marks and more than the year’s gains. It links the loss to concessions to neutral powers and the weakening of the Reichsmark, reflecting broader distress in Germany’s finances amid wartime strain.
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Reichsbank
Germany
Reichemark
Fragmentary tale of a cow and maid in peril
A garbled account mentions Hetty tithing a cow, a doors stop, and a startled crowd including Bolty and Betty. The scene describes fright and a mysterious turn as the maid and animal near danger, with puzzled reactions and a frightened retreat.
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Bolty
Saskatchewan Farmers May Boost Binder Twine From Flax
Local government backed a first experimental grant to develop binder-twine from flax grown by Saskatchewan farmers. H Auld deputy minister of agriculture supports the plan as a potential revenue source, with experts studying methods to convert currently wasted flax into usable twine and expand production as results justify funding.
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Saskatchewan
H. Auld
Prayce
Kaperie
Contempt Trial Ends With Guilty Verdict
A man with a prior record faced a minor offense. Evidence favored the defense but the jury returned a guilty verdict after closing arguments. The defense lawyer, addressing the judge, implied he should be fined for contempt. The court responded but the details are unclear.
American Ambulance Corps Reflections From World War Front
Eyewitness account from a Minneapolis Tribune source describes American ambulance volunteers in France praising French hospitality and heroism. It notes support for justice and democracy, proud aviation enlistments, and grim impressions of German atrocities, including personal recollections from survivors of Canadian and Virginian units at Ypres.
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Paris
France
Ypres
Minneapolis Tribune
Time Mas Tested it Dr Thomas Miecrie
Time Mas testifies to a thirty year market presence and broad praise for Dr Thomas Miecrie ointment. The text claims it is highly favored in Canada and surpasses other liniments, noting its value even if priced higher.
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Thomas’ Miecrie
Canada
Destruction and Requisition in Alsace Lorraine Under German Rule
Wartime reports describe severe shortages and ruthless requisition in Alsace Lorraine. Farmers face curbs on dairy and harvests as Germans confiscate food and household items, including bells from Strasbourg cathedral. Civilians endure hunger and deprivation amid occupation. authorities justify measures as war needs.
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France
Alsace
Lorraine
Strassburg
British Training Emphasizes Three B s and Frontline Readiness
The article describes British military trainers focusing on physical strength and mental sharpness, teaching the three B s bayonet rifle and bowd as core weapons. It notes elaborate trench systems and periodic return-to-front drills for officers to prevent stagnation and keep units ready for emergencies. The overarching aim is producing self thinking soldiers to defend democracy.
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Ay de Gasich
Death of Herbert tet and the rise of creased trousers
A fragment recalls Herbert tet and his influence on fashion, noting how creased trousers once mocked by papers grew to universal popularity. It mentions the audience reception and public ridicule before creases became a lasting trend.
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Herbert Tet
Creas
Argus
Minard's Liniment Cures Traveler After Injury
In St Joseph Missouri July 14 1903 a traveler from Lewis writes that a haree kick last May left him unable to walk for a fortnight. After using three bottles of Minard's Liniment he fully recovered and could resume his journey. Signed Jos Cotbed Travetler.
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St. Joseph
Lewis
Minard’s Liniment Co. Limited
Jos
Dub Cotbed Travetler
Waste Not, Women Redeem Food For Charity Funds
A fragmentary notice describes women collecting edible provisions to prevent waste. The effort supports a benevolent fund by pooling surplus food for those in need. The text hints at community organization and fundraising through collected resources.
Unclear historical notice on 1916 deaths and soot exposure
Fragmentary text from a Scientific American item references 1916 deaths tied to soot exposure and a discussion of high heel fashion. The readable pieces mention Ben Lee and a rope of clothing but lack coherent details or full context.
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Scientific American
Coaders
Ben Lee Cera
Fragmentary Note Cites Thirst and Wives
A damaged transcript fragment references craving a drink and thinking of a wife, with lines about thirst making the speaker feel utterly devoid and torn. The text is incomplete, offering glimpses of raw emotional expression without clear context or attribution.
Ice cave mystery in Pennsylvania teaches civic science
Reprint describes peculiar caves in Pennsylvania where cold winter air freezes water inside walls and roof. Water remains unfrozen through spring then melts with summer heat, creating a seasonal ice environment. Gavin S Balch notes how warm air can melt ice, allowing summer bathing if conditions allow.
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Gavin S. Balch
Sciiemece Monthly
Baby Health Tips Warn of Dangers in Heat
An early 1900s notice warns parents about hazards to infants in hot weather and promotes tablets as stomach aids. It states tablets help stomach and bowel troubles in babies, advocating home use and mail order sales from De Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
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de. Williams Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Unclear Historical Text on Wheat and Speculation
Fragmentary report discusses wheat and wine specifications, a food dictator, and confiscation of abnormal and unreasonable assets. Mentions neural relief and references to markets and speculation in a disrupted OCR fragment without clear events or dates.
Value of Eggs in Diet and Digestibility
The article explains egg composition rich in minerals like calcium iron potassium and phosphorus. It compares eggs to lean meat, suggesting eggs can substitute for meat since nine eggs weigh one pound and provide equivalent nourishment. It notes digestion and cooking guidance with temperatures and cautions against overcooking eggs to avoid tough texture.
Climate and Fertility in Canada Fertilizer Question
The article argues climate, especially winter severity, preserves soil nutrients and plant food, influencing long term fertility. It notes rainfall and temperatures affect nutrient retention and leaching, with severe winters acting as a conserving agricultural asset and shaping the fertilizer question in Canada.
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Canada
Eocrete
Value Of Good Roads Promotes Rural Prosperity And Growth
Anderson, president of the roads association, argues that good roads reduce congestion and are essential for internal development. He says well maintained routes connect districts, boost farming, lower food costs, and create employment, benefiting farmers and all citizens. Bad roads impede transport, raise prices, and hinder wealth generation.
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Anderson
The
Roads Association
Fresh Grocer Responds to Stopper Over Calendar Shortage
A grocer quips about freshness and calendar shortages saying they were told until tomorrow if he hadn't torn too many off the calendar. The exchange appears in a light, humorous fragment reflecting daily shop life.
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Grocer
Veal Banned From U S Hotel Dining Tables
The article reports a ban prohibiting serving veal in hotel dining rooms across the United States. It notes hotels must remove veal dishes from menus and comply with the new restriction, affecting hospitality operations nationwide.
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United States
Freezone Promises Pain Free Corn Removal At Home
Article claims corns can be removed with fingers using Freezone from drugstores. It says a small bottle dries the corn instantly without inflaming tissue and poses no pain. The text promotes do it yourself treatment and cautions against talcing care for persistent issues.
The Cause of Frightfulness and War Philosophy
The article discusses German wartime ethics, arguing that the value of many lives may justify destroying ships or killing individuals for strategic aims. It contrasts public justification of atrocity with personal grief of families, noting deep emotional costs beyond immediate casualty figures.
German naval critique hints at peace talks in wartime press
Capt Persius cites a British peer as likely to discuss peace as a profitable topic. The article notes German submarine strategy and suggests discussions may prolong the war. Also references codfish as a sea goat known for swallowing remarkable prey.
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Persius
Colanly
New York
Ancient French Records Lost After German Evacuation
After evacuation by German forces, ancient French documents including deeds parish registers and vital statistics were destroyed or dispersed. Historians warn the loss hampers understanding of life events across churches castles and public buildings, risking irreplaceable archival gaps.
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Ivan Fi
Gener
Mietodignas Otesastorians
Farming Competition Boostes Local Crop Prospects
The community discusses summer fallow contests and other farm competitions as farmers prepare for a larger 2025 crop show. Boys and girls club entries influence seed growing and larger sowing plans amid expectations of a stronger harvest.
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Wren
Pypasare
Minnedosa
Ely
Nervousness and Blues
A brief, era styled note describes nervous tension and mood in blues music, referencing performances and emotional states. The text hints at artistic struggle and public reception within early 20th century musical culture.
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