Army Desertion and Demoralization Amid Armistice Pressures
Dispatch from Paris and Budapest report Bela Kun's army suffering grave demoralization as troops discard discipline while retreating from fronts. Causes cited include halted fighting against Czechs and Romanians due to armistice and rapid expansion of royal forces. Berlin sources say Allies demand compulsory work if needed to accelerate northern France reparations using troops and civilian labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Budapest
Bela Kun
Berlin
Versailles
Germany
France
Bernstorff Denies War of Revenge Threat
Count Von Bernstorff told a Democratic meeting that Germany will not pursue any war of vengeance and stressed that world policy before the war is now impossible. He argued the League of Nations would regain purpose once Germany, Austria, and Russia join it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rnstorff
Berlin
Count von Bernstorff
Democratic Party
Germany
Reevenge
League of Nations
Austria
Russia
Prohibition on Race Track Betting Still Unchanged
Proposals to modify the existing order in council prohibiting betting at race tracks have not altered the policy. Unless rescinded, the order will stay in effect until peace is proclaimed following treaty ratification. A health note mentions a man with asthma seeking relief through a remedy promising complete relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Order-In-Council
Decree Grants Tripoli Natives Equal Rights Under Italian Rule
Italy proclaims a decree in Tripoli giving natives equal rights with Italians while preserving special rights and religious customs. It establishes a small local elected parliament with full powers over local laws and taxation, plus a government council and regional officials chosen with parliament input. Justice administration includes representation from all religions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Die
Columbia
Notives of
Tripoli
Soldier’s France Beer Tale Echoes Old Stereotypes
A soldier recalls experiences in France and compares French beer to kissing one’s sister while discussing daily fortunes, suggesting lighthearted reflections on travel and mood. The clipping hints at broad social chatter about temperaments, luck, and domestic status without dramatic events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Largest dirigible project announced in Winnipeg plans
The report notes Winnipeg plans to spend 209,469 on recreation and park facilities this year with about 1,500 for band concerts and 62,962 for baths, plus 26,996 for playgrounds. It highlights the city’s parks as among the finest for its size. A stray dialogue line about a doctor and Mrs. Smith appears amid the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Hotel Keeper Recounts Horse Sale and Liniment Profit
A Quebec hotel keeper in St. Phillippe notes buying a horse with a curable ringbone for one dollar worth of Minard's Niment and selling it for eighty five dollars. The record shows profit on liniment totaling fifty four dollars with names Moise Derosce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minard
Derosce
St. Phillippe
Que
Italy May Lean On Germany in War Era Politics
Thomas Nelson Page warns Italy may lean toward Germany for coal and materials as postwar ties shape alliances. He notes risk of closer German Italian cooperation while denying a formal alliance. Also mentions an amended bill raising rehabilitation funds for wounded service members to 14 million.
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New York
Germany
Italy
Teutons
Thomas Nelson Page
Rome
Page
Washington
House
Senate
Catarrhal Deafness Cure Claim from Hall’s Medicine
An old advertisement claims catarrhal deafness can be cured. It describes catarrh as an inflammation of mucous surfaces and offers a hundred dollars for any case not helped, by Hall’s Catarrh Medicine via Fy Gener & Co of Toledo, Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fy Gener & Co
Toledo
Olve
Aerial Mail Service Debate in India to Australia
Government eyes an India to Burma air link between Bombay and Rangoon with a longer India to Australia service under study. Brigadier Barton and Captain Smith recently flew from England to Palestine then India, completing the journey in 72 hours, as part of postwar aviation tests amid broader plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Australi
Crallen
Bombay
Rangoon
Burma
Australia
A. E Barton
Ross Smith
England
Palestine
British Columbia Oil Prospect Survey Initiated
Professor J C Gwillims of Queen's University leads a survey for the British Columbia government in the western Peace River headwaters to evaluate oil potential. He travels with a party to map geology and assess petroleum prospects, as geologists expect oil similar to Alberta. Prof F H McLaren of the Canadian Geological Survey also heads north with four men to finish a prior survey of Smoky rivers drainage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Edmonton
Alta
J. C. Gwillim
Queen's University
Kingston
British Columbia
Peace River
Gwil Jim
Smoky
Little Smoky
F. H. McLaren
Canadian Geological Survey
General Allenby Honored Medal Recipient Dies
A 1917 veteran and one of the era’s notable officers, General Allenby honored by the United States Distinguished Service Medal, linked to major World War I leadership. The article notes his long service and the impact of his career, contrasting wartime heroism with postwar recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allenby Honred
Gael Hayy Amisander
DGG
Palatine
Jeraslon
U States
el Patna
Infantile Cholera Threat and Home Remedy Claim
The item discusses Chotcea infantum as a fatal childhood ailment, promotes Baby's Own Tablets as a preventive cure, claims safety with government analyst guarantee, and lists The Dr. Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario as distributor urging readers to buy by mail for 23 cents a box. Also notes salvage contracts for German ships in Scapa Flow and claims about airship development with large lifting capacity and long-range potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams” Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Saskatchewan Land Inquiries From the United States Rise
The Saskatchewan Land Settlement Association formed at the urging of the Dominion Department of Immigration handles US inquiries about farm lands. In the past month 6,009 letters were received and distributed to members who must provide full replies. The secretary notes conditions in Saskatchewan are poorly understood in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina
Sask
United States
Saskatchewan Land
Dominion Department of Immigration
Association
Alberta Stock Yards Expansion At Calgary
Calgary plans to invest between 250 000 and 300 000 this year to improve and enlarge the Alberta Stock Yards. Upgrades include paving and sewerage with modernization of the older sections. Additional improvements will follow as the stock business grows, keeping the yards up to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Calgary
Irrigation Compared With Rainfall Farming
The text argues there is no essential difference between rainfall and irrigation farming, noting water application methods and the control of water as key factors. In Alberta both methods are practiced, with southern regions needing rainfall supplementation for reliable crops, while irrigation enables profitable yields where moisture is insufficient. A court scene contrasts sly swindling with trust.
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Saya Widsoe
Alberta
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Hamilton
Canada
Wagstaffe
Real Seville
al Orenge
Seger
Thomas
Eran
Tomorr
London
Admiralty
Scapa Flow
Cee
Atlantic
Pamplet
West Gine
Grigor Parrett
Francoeur Bros., Tie Company, Limited
Camrose
Saskatoon
Astewell Hardware Company, Limited
Brandon, Man
Ontario Veterinary College
University Ave
Toronto
Ontario Department of Agriculture
University of Torento
D. McGilvray
M.D.V
Saskatchewan Land Inquiries
Saskatchewan Land Settlement Association
Smith
Dr. Chase
HS Secor de
Benson’s
ENSON
Benson
Beeson
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