War Speech Calls for American Preparedness and Global Freedom
A wartime editorial urges the United States to back domestic readiness and active involvement in world affairs. It argues for freedom and equality before the law, supporting Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Britain, and other nations seeking liberty, and stresses Americans must lead for international peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urtain
France
Belgium
Balkan
Bern
Britain
Wieas
America
Alberta Legislature Upheld In War Spirit Of Youth
Alberta lawmakers go to war mood as over twenty percent of provincial legislators join the military. Eleven of fifty five Edmonton lawmakers have enlisted including several colonels majors captains lieutenants and privates. The article lauds unity across East and West Canada while noting Parliament's fighters bring patriotism to politics in wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Alberta
Edmonton
Dominion
Saskatoon plans committee on agriculture and trade
A Saskatchewan report outlines forming a committee of recommended agriculture experts and trade representatives to advise on best farming methods and food conservation as the war continues. The effort envisions meetings in Winnipes and aims to address nitrate shortages, labor reduction, and broader farm supplies, with academic scholarships offered by 1017 and CPR for university courses in chemical, electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commerc and Agriculture
Saskat
Usitese
Coun
Etl
Cos
Winnipes
Berlin
Flamburg
Prankfort
Leipsie
Germany
CPR
Will Awarten MoGi
Women Run War Hospitals In London Aid For Soldiers
An account of women operating hospitals near Covent Garden and French field service transforming wounded soldiers into a movement. The piece recalls surgeons and physicians at hospital hubs aiding Allied troops, the human cost, and debates on whether one life in a distant country justifies such sacrifice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Covent Garden
Neepital
France
Rural stores urged to unite for co op trade
A long discussion argues that farmers should form cooperative country stores to restore convenient local shopping, cut prices, and offer credit. It notes mail order and wholesale rivals undercut rural retailers, urges efficiency, wider product ranges, and improved rural banking credit to serve farmers while preserving local commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
oBier
Farmers Co-Operative Companion
Sudan Grass Striking Forage Crop Demonstrates Value
The Furrow reports Sudan grass as a valuable forage plant with proven feeding value. Early trials show good seed production and hay potential, with cows consuming the succulent semi saccharine foliage. While trials indicate appetite and adaptability across semi arid and varied conditions, height growth and maturity at high altitudes require more demonstrations before guarantees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sudan
United States
Canada
The Farmer's Wallet and a Lesson in Honor
An old tale contrasts two men who borrow money from a farmer and repay part of it, showing character over wealth. The story ends with praise for the farmer and the act, suggesting small deeds define a life and are remembered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fem
Daylight Saving Proposals Highlight Time Economy Debates
A early 20th century discussion argues shifting clocks forward saves energy and aids daily work by adding daylight hours. Germany cites annual power savings while proponents in New York urge extended daylight for outdoor activities and markets. The piece reflects social and economic justifications and questions about tradition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somecesere
Germany
Activitie
New York
Timbo
Ani
Howe
Ecole
Poetie
Boston News
Credem fleece touted as light warm fibre from tropical trees
An article extols Credem fleece a new material from crown of tropical tree fibres claiming it is light yet very warm requiring one to four layers for different uses from lining overcoats to life preservers. It notes its buoyancy and potential safety perks for disaster areas. It also recounts Reginald McKenna’s London incident with schoolchildren cheering and a brief list of notable seventh sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tropics
Reginald McKenna
London
Ima
McKenna
Charlie
Touround
Statesman
Why Do Boys Leave the Farm and Lose the Town Pride
An essay argues farm youths abandon farming due to limited incentives. It tells of Johnny who loses hope when a prized pig triggers his shift from farming to town life, illustrating how a failing home market drains ambition and how a town’s growth can revive land value and livelihoods. The piece links youth motivation to rural decline and urges early encouragement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie
Ross
Johnny
Ani
Tama
Anid
Mer Johnny
Mohn
Chie Pgs
German food shortage admitted as towns face crisis
The Schlesische Zeitung notes the food shortage is not only due to poor distribution but also supply issues across major towns. It cites discontent from dealing with food and hopes new Imperial Food Department measures will fix gaps. It also mentions Australia’s male birth figures and German-Austrian birth data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ttme
Germany
Poland
Schlessische Zeitung
Au di
Imperial Food Department
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J. A. Macdonald
Toronto
Colleges
Univer
the Spirit of the West
Port Thas Nee
Reoean
Elia Islanis
Luke
the Country Store
Sir Walter Scott
John Wesley
Alfred Tennyson
Eneh Tee
Murta
Seid
Gollers and
Serbia
Velik
Australia
Austria
Sr. Knibbs
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