Great Britain Praised for War Spirit of Dominions
In a wartime address, Mr. Long lauded the Dominions' steadfast support and gifts in kind, noting their heavier war costs and trade burdens. He rejected claims of unequal credit, urged equal recognition of United Kingdom deeds, and praised loyalty across colonies while acknowledging enforced restrictions and East Africa hardships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pire ‘Iendes
Zanzibar
United Kingdom
Alople
Lone
Dominions
Empire
Long
Great Britain
Naeset
British East Africa
Ugan Ceylon
Straits Settlements
Malay States
Hong Kong
Africa
East Africa
Funeral tale in Glasgow a well dressed stranger joins mourners
Lauder recounts a Glasgow funeral where a polished stranger sits among mourners. Conversation reveals the man is not a relative or friend, claiming poor health and a desire to take the train. The dialogue shows curiosity from others as the stranger explains his aim was to get exercise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lauder
Glasgow
Corp
England’s World War Front Might and Movement
The article notes England’s far flung battle line and two million men in France. It mentions a British expedition in Mesopotamia and forces at Salonika with monitors and fleets in action.
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England
Kipling
France
Mesopotamia
Saloniki
Dining Car Economy Rules For Poultry And Fish
mr w pratt of the cpp r slee and car department issues strict guidance on poultry and fish handling in dining cars. he warns against overripe or undercooked chicken and stresses using the most plentiful cuts. fish abundance rises in canada and a new refrigerator service from the coast to toronto aims to improve fish supply and distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Pratt
Slee and
C.P.R
W. J. Sena
Ota
Toronto
Casualty Totals for World War I by July 11
A casualty list dated July 11 shows global totals including 17,339 killed in action officers and other ranks, 291 died of wounds officers, 6,001 died of wounds other ranks, 1,345 died of sickness, 70,645 wounded, 117 officers and 240 other ranks as prisoners of war, 113 officers and 2,? missing, with ongoing verifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
France
Canada
Metric System Call Sparks Debate on Global Weights
A reader notes how nations in Europe and South America have adopted the gram and liter, while Americans cling to familiar terms like bushel and gallon. The author argues for metric adoption to align with science and global standards, though some resist changing long held traditions.
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Europe
South America
Home life on farms boosts success and value of women
The article argues that a farm's success rests significantly on the home and the role of women. It stresses that women's work in housework and farm life shapes efficiency, comfort, and overall productivity, urging farmers to adopt home labor saving devices to ease duties and improve routines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry
Canada Hardships Forge Postwar Resolve and Self-Reliance
A fragmented excerpt reflects on Canada's wartime reliance on domestic resources as Britain drew loans in 1991 12. It notes temporary losses and hardships, yet emphasizes determination to develop natural resources and strengthen democracy through self-reliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Canada
Pioneer regiments drive front line work in Great War
In World War I Britain's Indian army pioneered battalions to toil and fight as needed. Pioneers built and repaired trenches and dugouts, carried ammunition, aided the wounded, and supported advances in Artois and beyond. Their heavy losses matched critical frontline tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holdine
Artois
Janitor’s Encouraging Words Reveal True Respect
The article recounts a tale from a Chicago dispatch about a janitor who, when greeting a visiting man in the office, delivers words that reveal discretion and respect. The janitor’s simple remark and demeanor lead others to see the visitor as a person of character, illustrating how true esteem can come from unexpected sources.
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Essen
Gues
A Lesson From Nelson On Naval Strategy
The article argues the defensive character of naval strategy, noting Nelson era boldness in major engagements and urging restraint to avoid imprudence of risking ships, while praising Admirals who balance audacity with caution.
German Youths Called To Colors Amid War Losses
The article reviews how Germany drafted youths across classes from 1915 to 1919, noting reduced military-age pools and staggered training periods. It highlights long-term losses, mobilization pressures, and the impact of short drills on front-line deployment.
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Germany
Germwnsy
Ory
The Only Way Colonel Geo 1. in "The North American ER"
The piece argues that Germans are in a self made trap and demands unconditional surrender and harsh terms. It frames peace as impossible without complete victory and punitive measures against the Kaiser era policy. It references regions Belgium Alsace Lorraine and the need to break German dynastic power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo
Frankenstein
Loble
France
Serbia
Romania
Poland
Alsace
Lorraine
Question on the origin of the phrase Touch a Sailor for Luck
A reader letter to the Evening News asks about the origin of the slogan Touch a Sailor for Luck. The note suggests sailors and mystic luck are tied to the mascot and notes elusive phrases and wordplay about luck at sea.
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Jack Tar
Evening News
Ds Geshion
Heaviest Traffic Centre Fifth Avenue Report
The text lists traffic conditions on Fifth Avenue in New York, noting heavy congestion and a total vehicle count of 16,900 with 1,296 buses mentioned among the mix. Details are fragmented and unclear about exact times or locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue
New York
Joe Ne
Steeneus
Nike
Porte Cary Conan
Royal Jewels Reported Missing From Hermitage Vaults
Russian official reports and corroboration from Ivan Narodny describe a missing royal jewel set after the revolution. He estimates near one hundred million dollars in value, noting the Kremlin stones are safer. Investigators probe thefts of art and treasures from Hermitage and Winter Palace vaults.
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Czarina
Kevoda Todny
Hermitage
Winter Palace
Provisional Government
Reetia
Belgian Grenadiers Visit London for Provincial Tour
The Belgian Grenadiers Band toured London representing Belgium much like the British Guards. It comprises 70 skilled players recruited from near Loos who helped defend a key section of the front lines.
League boycott as weapon to force Savannah to honor nations pact
The article argues that Allied wartime acts and a global boycott could pressure Savannah to accept terms, noting that manufacturers merchants and shippers would be affected. It contends the League of Nations must succeed the war and justify applying boycotts while Savannys compliance hinges on nations’ rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
League of Nations
London Y News
George Reelected Amid Quiet Era Turbulence
A fragmentary report notes George’s reelection amid an era described as easy and bustling with neighbor remarks. A neighbor quotes a saying about care from a maternal figure, reflecting local sentiment during the period.
Fragmentary London Telegraph Cable Message
An OCR fragment from the London Telegraph hints at a diplomatic message urging peace. The text references aiding sons of the empire and a pledge to sustain serene care, but the fragment lacks clear names, dates, or concrete actions.
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London
Fragmentary Washington Star snippet on movement and costs
A garbled Washington Star fragment notes people moving away due to costs and reduced trade. It hints at a community strain from rising expenses and loss of jobs but lacks clear names or locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Fragmentary text from historical page with unclear names
A damaged OCR fragment references the United and traditional figures, mentioning Lord Rhondda in a partial line. No verifiable events, dates, or clear entities can be confirmed from the readable text.
Astounding progress in naval warfare science
A Springfield Republican summary notes rapid advances in naval design and ordnance during wartime. It highlights British and American efforts, with Britain’s Queen Elizabeth class and the US Pennsylvania and Arizona as examples, detailing gun calibers, displacement, speed, and the shift toward scientific approach driving larger cannons and higher firepower.
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Hector Bywater
Ata
United States
HM. S. Queen Elizabeth
Pennsylvania
England
N SuTeanEana
Eibee
Sita
Daylight Saving Implemented Across Major European Nations
The shift to daylight saving time moves clocks ahead one hour in Britain France Austria Italy Holland Denmark Norway Sweden Ireland and others to cut energy use. Officials claim benefits include cooler morning work hours better worker health comfort and higher efficiency with notable reported gains in lighting gas and electricity savings.
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Great Britain
France
Austria
Italy
Holland
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
Port Australia
Ireland
Vienna
New Slang Comebacks Found in Chaucer and Shakespeare
The article cites Prof. Utter tracing revived street slang phrases such as Come off, Go sit down, Not it, and Cut it out to earlier works in Chaucer and Shakespeare. It notes these terms are reemerging as modern slang despite old origins and suggests a revived interest in historic language.
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Utter
Aarticle
Henry iv
Professor Utter
Chaucer
Honduras Faces Struggles Amid Revolutions and Debt
The text reflects instability and repeated revolutions undermining prosperity in Honduras. It notes a heavy national debt of about one hundred million and cites social practices like polygamy as part of the broader challenges.
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Honduras
Mae
Major-How Long Have You Been In The Regiment
A brief line questions a Major about the duration of his service in the regiment. The exchange suggests an era of disciplined maturation and wartime tempo within the unit. The setting presents a formal military context focused on personal tenure and experience.
Allied Food Requests From Canada and U.S. Aimed at Britain
The report notes Britain and its allies call for beds bacon and wheat from Canada and the United States. The expos mention food shortages and efforts to secure essential supplies for the war effort.
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Great Britain
Canada
United States
Home Made Whole Wheat Flour Method
A fragmented notice describes a home wheat flour method using clean wheat ground in a coffee mill and mixed with water yeast and flour. The text notes one half and one yeast cup, a warm setting overnight, and later baking steps referenced as economical bread making.
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United States Department of Agriculture
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