Values of Farm Lands and Livestock Across Canada 1914
The article surveys Canadian farm land values and livestock costs in 1914, noting per acre values by province, wage levels, and labor trends during wartime. It cites average cattle and horse prices, wage figures for men and women, and estimates the total farm livestock value across Canada at about 425 million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Aineta
Hess
Dominion
Femal Wits
Bern
West
War Spurs New Canadian Munitions Trade
The Dominion rapidly expands munitions production as steel firms switch to shrapnel shells and related byproducts. Government contracts for explosives and petrol substitutes boost factory activity, with several plants increasing capacity and high demand from Britain and allied nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Am Imps
Heitain
Ie Stes
Dominion Steels
Tiorabner
Destructive Zeppelin Project Proposed by Maxim
A wartime idea attributed to Sir Hiram Maxim involves a rocket like projectile using old Martini Henry 45 bore rifles to ignite hydrogen and destroy Zeppelins. Critics warn the spark would fail against falling airships and risk unintended ground damage. the proposal remains unapproved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br Zeppe
Hiram
Odd Rescue Man From War Trails British Banter
A resilient Irish seaman who survived a sequence of wartime voyages and battles, including escape from detention in Germany and survival after the destruction of the Scharnhorst era, is portrayed in letters home from the Invincible. His remarkable escape and strength provoke interest for a fuller newspaper feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shman
Andis Sip
Joe Trishmay
Germany
Shievents
Carn Toa
von Spee
Sontem Padgie
Sturdee
Gneisenay
Gneisenag
Invincible
Fragmentary sketch of Bismarck and German unification
A rough, antiquated depiction discusses Bismarck and German policy, noting manipulation of sentiment, unification aims, and foreign opposition. The text hints at statecraft shifting loyalties among Britain, France, and Russia and echoes a period voice with blurred phrases and inconsistent spelling.
Empire of Islands military focus and Canadian war industry
The article discusses British imperial defenses and global reach, noting insular Australia and Canada as productive hubs. It highlights Germany’s naval buildup as a direct challenge, Canada’s increasing wartime production, and praise for Canadian manufacturers adapting to new war demands. It also mentions Russia and France orders and anticipates war material needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Perne
Ka Perky Saxe
Haut
Ieee
Ina Wat
Rick Sarshipe
Tirkiah Bee
British Empire
Australia
South Africa
Canada
Germany
Hagland
Sas
Africa
India
Nesanseata
Reitisa
Fraice
Roewia
Toronto
Fearnhat
Russia
Wien
Pettesat
Condi Foi
Cartan
Elis Hace
Netter
France
Kitchener Myth On Russian Landing Originated In War rumor
A Daily Dispatch correspondence cites Lord Kitchener denying a rumor that Russians landed in Scotland to reinforce France. The officer says British strategy involved transporting troops from Scottish ports to Archangel and elsewhere, aimed at mobilizing public opinion and misleading German staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Russia
Sas
Ae Vm
von Klick
Vartons
Becilattan
Fragmentary Ode to National Image and Personal Plea
The text shows a fragmentary discussion of a German figure tied to the Kaiser and wartime rhetoric, mentioning a “Sign Hate” and a notable literary persona. It shifts to a personal scene where a character asks forgiveness after a party, with a marriage proposal implied. The piece blends public discourse with private vow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lissauer
England
Lisauer
Uly Jerman
Vince Thar
Ms 2
Germany
Mani
Seatlesia
Canadian Princess Pats officer recalls close trench escape
An officer from the Princess Pats writes from the front about a near escape during bombardment. He describes stopping to aid a subaltern and being forced to hold the line as shells and danger pressed them close to the trenches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liser
Pate
Pats
Feeding the Farmers War Book Exposes Dominion Exports
The War Book outlines agricultural sector details and industrial and agricultural notes from Canada and Allied nations. It emphasizes wartime production, export trade shifts, and the need for greater output across crops and dairy, with data on Belgium France and Germany’s wartime impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wien
Belgium
Worl
France
Tm Monce
Canada
Germany
Washing Soldiers In Roumanian War Time Brews And Baths
An unusual 20th century letter from a British Medical Corps officer describes wartime laundry work near Roumania. It notes 50 water tubs in a brewery basement used to wash muddy soldiers, gear sorted upstairs, and clothing destroyed or repaired as shells fall and guns fire around them. It also touches on Roumania's government, army conscription, and population context as the scene shifts from field washing to national notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiritish Medienl
London Times
Olek
Bose
Roumania
Austra Hungary
Orm
Ander Ih
Russa
Pestil Nice
Bucharest
Cepu
Tuuethe
Berana Roumania
Betel
Wender
Sata
Coly
Uae
J J Hill Campaign Section of Stables and Resignations
Fragmented notice reports J J Hill starting a campaign section of stables on the west. Prof Heith of Minnesota resigns from an air to distest the work for Mr Hill. Prof Smits will begin his work soon. Hill's company lasts a year with Louis F. Soitt in the National Bank of South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Heith
Tunernity
Minnesota
Hil
Smits
Hill
Mr. 1
Louis F. Soitt
Theards National Mank
South
Unclear OCR Text About Farming Output and Grain
Fragmentary OCR suggests discussion of crop yields and livestock with reference to farmers and possible dates or figures, but many words are garbled and key facts are missing. The passage appears to reference increased fodder, grain, and animal counts in a historical farming context.
Wheat supply in Britain may need large scale increases
The article argues Great Britain should not expect a material rise in wheat area. It suggests adding hundreds of thousands of acres, recruiting more labor, and expanding imports from Canada and Australia to boost crops while keeping official price controls from rising. It warns against discouraging merchant effort and highlights the aim of securing national food supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Canada
Australia
United Ki Fom
Jrs
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Census and Statistics Office
Ottawa
The
Saskatchewan
Alberts
Temalen
Mashona
Britt Columbia
Bismarck
Britain
New York Tribune
Caesar
Empire of Islands
Kitchener
Mr. Green
Bactsprom
Minister of Agriculture
Gaza
Jeu
Topes Ark
Ofekes
Austrian Hungary
Hungary
Europe
Italy
Stevia
Denmach
Norwas
Hien
Machae
I Oilana
Dominion Dairy
Citas
Marca Domain
Doherty Costae
Soner Imipertat Agricultural Teat
Tara Uibor
Aseteul
Jones
Mr Tallgrass
J.j.hill
C James
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