Counter-Revolution Shifts Power in Germany Amid Civil Unrest
On March 13 a military revolt toppled the Ebert government directing troops to Dresden and Stuttgart. Dr. Kapp led a new Berlin regime with General von Luettwitz as chief commander. The Ebert Government appealed to Socialists to halt transport and industry to cripple the counter government as civil war loomed. Regional fear quoted across Prussia Saxony and others as the German confederation threatened to fracture.
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Germany
Ebert
Berlin
Dresden
Stuttgart
Kapp
von Luettwita
Belgium
Gern
Prussia
Sax
German Confederation
Regulating Women's Work for Saskatchewan Industries
The piece outlines Alberta style or Saskatchewan board rules setting a 48 hour workweek for women in hotels restaurants and amusements with shifts ending by 7 pm. It discusses wage options from 12 to 14 dollars weekly and deductions for board lodging uniforms and a possible three year apprenticeship period amid debates on naval policy and Canada's merchant marine.
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Iimum
Saskatchewan
Ottawa
Lord Jellicoe
Admiralty
Canada
Herjed
Yukon
Canada Presses for Equal League Rights Amid Treaty Split
The piece argues Canada cannot rely on Britain for naval protection and faces a U S Senate ratification split over the Peace Treaty and League of Nations. It says Canada will oppose the Lenroot amendment, warning it would withdraw if accepted, with support from Australia New Zealand South Africa and other Dominions. Canada claims wartime sacrifices justify full membership and rights in the League.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Senate
League of Nations
Canada
Great Britain
League
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
Empire
Dominions
Hall Caine Arrives to Secure Pulp Supply for England
Sir Hall Caine's son, Hall Caine of London, arrived on the Empress of France to represent seven large English newspapers. He seeks wood pulp sources in Canada and hopes to arrange purchases and property for pulp cutting to ship to England for manufacture.
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Hall Caine
London
England
Sir Hall Caine
France
Canada
Catarrhozone Promises Quick Relief for Colds and Catarrh
An advertisement for Catarrhozone claims five minute relief from colds and catarrh, cures for catarrh and bronchitis, and a two month supply for $100, urging immediate purchase from Kingston Ontario dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingston, Ont
France Joins Emergency Loan for China Financing
France joins American and Japanese financiers in an emergency loan to China to start government operations. The consortium plans 7 million dollars total with France funds equal to one fourth and the others equal shares. The report notes historical use of petroleum in the Caspian region and ancient Rome.
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France
China
America
Japan
Caspian Sea
Rome
Pliny
Nerualgia Relief Liniment Ad
A lisle applied in rubbing will penetrate immediately and soothe the nerve. Liniment is effective in allaying external pains, strains, bruises, aches, stiff joints, sore muscles, lumbago, neuritis, sciatica, rheumatic twinges. Druggists offer 5c, 70c, and 1.40 in Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Impersonator Seeks Judgment From Great Doctor
An amateur performer imitated several famous doctors and asked for feedback from a renowned figure. The great man replied with a sharp remark, saying, one of us is rotten. The exchange highlights a candid, humorous moment from the stage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arte
Wisdom of Patriotic Censorship in Australia Revealed
Australian censorship upheld on troop movements. Senator Pearce cites latest disclosures about the cruiser Sydney and the German captain Captain von Muller who searched captured ships for papers to learn transport schedules but remained unaware when the Sydney appeared.
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Australia
Pearce
Defence
Sydney
Mden
Cocos Island
von Muller
Overseas Visitors Plans For Rush Of Visitors To England
The British Hospitality League in London will arrange housing for incoming overseas visitors during the coming tourist season. In cooperation with the YMCA and Anglo American societies, it will use the YMCA system to list available rooms in hotels and private homes in London and provincial cities. League representatives will assist at principal ports and railway stations to place visitors in accommodations.
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England
Prof
British Hospitality League
London
League
Young Men's Christian Assatian
YM. C.A
Sidential
Prival
Dodd’s Kidney Pills credited by Lynedoch resident
Mrs. Frank Kargus of Lynedoch Ontario says kidney issues left her bedridden, with back pain and insomnia, until she used Dodd’s Kidney Pills. She reports renewed energy and ability to do housework, praising the medicine's effect on her symptoms.
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Lynedoch
Dodd
Via
Wolfe
Frank Kargus
Kargus
Weighh
Minars Liniment Cures Dandruff in Wartime Tale
In a training camp during wartime, an officer finds a red haired private with a gun not in the proper manner. The private insists the gun is loaded. The moment reveals military humor amid the stress of duty and inspection.
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Sin
Fragmented Pie Complaint Sparks Odd Inventory
An irate patron reports finding a apple core shoestring and collar button in an apple pie. The exchange mocks patrons and hints at a humorous or chaotic dining mishap with a wary response about service.
Canada Post Surplus Report Shows $2 Million Revenue Gain
The Postmaster General tabled the annual report in the House of Commons revealing a revenue surplus of about $2,000,000. Fiscal year 1918 19 net revenue reached $21,002,712.02, with expenses $1,227,026.04 and a surplus over expenditures of $2,329,128.71. By March 31, 1919 postal operations included 12,200 post offices, with 130 new offices opened and 462 closed mainly due to expanded rural delivery. 31 new offices brought the total to 8,705 in operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Commons
Dominion
Spring Weather Harms Baby Advises Teething Tablets
The article warns that volatile spring weather harms infants who stay indoors overheated or poorly ventilated. It recommends Baby's Own Tablets from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville for regulating the stomach and bowels to prevent colds fevers and minor ailments, sold at 25 cents a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
The Memory That Failed Sermon Moment
A famous preacher falters during a stirring discourse and laughs at his own lapse. He pauses long, prompting astonishment, then admits he cannot recall the point he intended to make.
Canadian Trade Office Closes in Vladivostok
Ottawa reports the Canadian Trade Commissioner office in Vladivostok will close, ending Canadian trade presence in Russia after closures of Petrograd and Omsk offices due to Bolshevik advances. The Vladivostok office previously produced valuable reports amid chaotic conditions.
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Russia
Ottawa
Cann
Vladivostok
Petrograd
Omsk
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Lled
Minar
Dandru
William Rogers
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