Fire Loss Reporting Resolution At Conservation Meeting
At the annual meeting of the commission of conservation a resolution was passed urging provincial governments to secure complete reports of all fire losses within their boundaries and the extent of insured property. Also notes about Japanese delegates and a San Francisco society inviting a Japanese cavalry major to select the finest saddle in the United States for the emperor's coronation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comission of Conservation
United States
Japanese Society of
San Francisco
America
Imports of Frozen Mutton to Britain in 1915 Decline
Imports total 6.46368 carcases, down 283.435 carcases or 42 percent from 1914. Australia and New Zealand shipments rose, while South America’s drop, especially Argentina, drove the lower 1915 gross total. Uruguay and Patagonia prior year gains softened by 727,727 carcases decline in Argentina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
South America
Uruguay
Patagonia
Argentina
Banishing pimples and eruptions with Pink Pills
An advertisement claims pimples eruptions and eczema signal bad blood from winter indoors and promote rheumatism sciatica and loss of appetite. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a tonic that purifies blood restores appetite energy and health. Sold by dealers or mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Sean
Dr Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
World potato crop data reveals global yields and usage
Historical note summarizes 1914 potato production on about 20 million acres yielding 4.375 billion bushels. It lists leading producers, per acre yields, and uses from human food to animal feed and industrial starch. Includes mentions of Russia Germany France Britain Ireland Canada Japan and United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Germany
United States
Norway
Great Britain
Ireland
France
Holland
Canada
Japan
Foreigners influence on liquor districts in Canada analysis
A Saskatchewan and Manitoba inquiry notes how after liquor stores opened by government, many districts voted for abstinence. In seven districts seven voted against stores, with foreign communities like Galicians French Germans and Hungarians shaping opinions. In Fish Creek and Wakaw areas dry outcomes shown, Manitoba Winnip er area papers hostile to liquor ads cited, urging unity and forward progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foreuners
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Roscott of
Ory
Fish Creek
Canada
Winniper
Credi
Flax Prospects Rise in Prairie Crops
The three prairie provinces report flax yields averaging over 12 bushels per acre with prices around 24 dollars a bushel. Late sowing into May and June proves profitable on wet or breaking land, offering money-making potential unseen with other crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairie
JH Dinsdale
Bagr
Dominion Experimental Farm
Market pressure and war mobilization in Britain
The document argues that Germany used economic and industrial leverage to threaten Britain. It warns that allowing German monopolies, especially in explosives and optical equipment, would undermine Britain’s defense and war effort. It condemns complacency and urges vigilance to prevent a repeat of such conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Gur
London
Minafé’s Liniment Cures Dancruft in Samoa
Amid a long drought Samoa, the first German colony annexed by New Zealand during the war, thrives. Bank of New Zealand branch reports strong business. local government and courts run smoothly. copra prices are high, keeping commerce healthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samoa
New Zealand
Bank of New Zealand
Stand When Wrong Not When Right Sir Joby Declares
A torn digressive column mixes a misquotation about Sir John Macdonald with a parliamentary quip on loyalty. It recalls Sir Joby’s stance that true support comes when one is in error, not merely when on top, reflecting debates on virtue and honesty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A
Canada
Bar Bees
John Macdonald
John
Joby
Chii Science Monitor
German Propaganda Tactics And Rumors Of Terror
A garbled dispatch describes fake cures and German public relations efforts featuring Professor R Junker at the German Crown Prince headquarters amid a propaganda drive. Berlin photo sales show the Crown Prince aiding French children while Kaiser health rumors fuel campaigns. Swiss and German reports claim a reign of terror by military tribunals punishing alleged crimes and punishing workers for political leaflets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Junker
Germany
Berlin
Switzer
Russia
Japan
War inventions board scheme to use birds to attack Krupp works
Professor Sir J J Thomson outlines a scheme where trained cormorants would feed along lines near a wall to teach them to attack Krupp chimneys in Essen. The report notes German paper shortages and rising costs as many outlets cease publication due to the Paper Manufacturers Trust pushing a 40 percent price increase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Thomson
War Inventions Board
Essen
Krupp
Germany
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Excelsior Life Insurance Company
Jerry
Pat
Liverpool Mercury
Minard’s Lidiment
Trac
Tan
Parmelee
Minard
Neuraloe
Father
Smuine Mot Beer
Eddy
Minafé
Dancruft
Portugal
Azores
Madeira Island
Africa
Asia
Angola
Congo
Guinea
East Africa
Cheney
Fee
Ohio
Tanglefoot
Michigan State Medical Society
Grand Rapids
Wood
Dr. Cassell
Britain
Dr. Cassells Atte
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