Science and the War Address by Prot McLean in Canada
Prot McLean head of the University physics department in Canada spoke on postwar finance and the role of science. He urged scientists to focus on agricultural development to boost exports and strengthen the economy tied to war power. He asked business leaders and manufacturers to cooperate with the Royal Canadian Institute to advance practical scientific use in war and business.
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Fuppire
Toronto
McLeanin
Uiversity of
Energy
Canada
Atention
Apesker
McLennas
Ctx
Royal Canadian Institute
The Latest riddle riddles goods in Teg aden
The garbled riddle fragment mentions Teg aden and England with hints of goods and a Zeppeline voderich signal. The text is unclear but suggests a puzzle about wartime terms and airship signals. Further readable details are unavailable to anchor a definite news item.
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England
Why Germans Ask Why in Autocracy and Democracy
A plainspoken reflection on questioning authority in autocratic Germany contrasted with democratic norms. The piece ponders why German readers may hesitate to question power and how this shapes perceptions of state and society as seen in the 1 State Journal.
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Germany
Constancy when Masculine Constancy Turned a Sudden Somersault
A fragmented tale about Lord Kitchener described as the distinguished bachelor of the world. A young officer asks for leave in India, Kitchener replies after twelve oaths, then departs in a scene turned odd. The text references a poisonous ingredient in a remedy and a shifting demeanor.
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Lord Kitchener
All
India
Red
Kitchener
Lis
Ore
Kenilworth
Conchides
Confession scar reveals tensions with Germany over Belgium
A fragmentary report notes German conduct in Belgium provokes lasting hostility, with references to Belgium, Austria, and shifting European alignments. It reflects wartime tensions and speculative outcomes amid fragmented text.
Minards Liniment Solves Dandrus Mystery
A quirky historic note claims Minard's Liniment cures a dandruff issue. The fragment mentions an eye gleam and a promise of proof, framed as a science magazine style tease about the product’s effectiveness.
Animals Under Fire In War Front Behavior
A fragmented account notes dogs showing distress near shelling and dogs barking through trench fire, while cats remain unbothered by gunfire as long as dry shelter and food are available. It mentions cats and dogs entering trenches and living near front lines, with some animals surviving bombardments and staying in billets.
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Nem
Bow
Cottiges
Mothers stock Body's Jown Tablets for summer safety
Save the Children urges mothers to keep Body's Jown Tablets to guard infants against summer stomach troubles, cholera and diarrhoea. Marketed as harmless even to newborns, the pills claim to regulate bowels and keep the stomach pure. Sold by medicine dealers or in pails at 25 cents per box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville.
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Dr Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Heroes Learn Trades In A Canadian Military Hospital
A wounded soldier barbers in a makeshift shop while cobblers repair footwear in a Canadian military hospital. Disabled ex-servicemen are retrained for civilian trades such as carpentry, bookkeeping and gardening to support families, with many finding decent livelihoods after healing.
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Canada
la Barber
Pitals Commission
Feysip
Lig
Hatnearn
All Night with Asthma and the Asthura Remedy
In a late night account, asthma attacks keep a patient awake at Moraine while business presses on. The piece touts Dr J D Kebl oga's Asthura Remedy as actively driving away attacks, contrasting with general public indifference and officialdom.
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Moraine
J.D. Kebloga
Hard on the Lions The Reverd Charles H. Spar econ's keen wit
The piece presents a humorous remark about Daniel and backbone and grit, attributed to a reverend spar. It also notes favorable reports on the American corn crop from many surplus states, reflecting positive agricultural outlook.
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Charles H. Sparecon
Daniel
Helfrich Replies To Lloyd George
German official Helfrich counters Lloyd George by calling the British premier’s statements mere humbug. He argues Britain’s aim is to curb German trade and asserts the war results from tensions Britain created. He warns that favorable weather aids U boat activity and stresses strategic naval threat rather than surface forces.
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Helffrich
Great
Britain
Germany
Great Britain
Gr J
George
Lloyd
Lloyd George
Lloyd Swords
Wirec Fenace
Gregorian calendar reform sparks rivalries across faiths
The New York Independent notes the shift from old to new style calendar across Catholic Protestant Orthodox and Mohammedan communities. Leaders in Russia England Bulgaria and Turkey faced pressure to adopt the Gregorian system, with crowds in England demanding “Give us back our eleven days” while other regions joined the reform, reducing calendar confusion for future centuries.
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Ain
Julius Caccur
Igland
Len i. Sas
Russia
Mulgaria
Central Powers
Turkey
Christus
New York Independent
Identified Risks Shafer Recognizes a Familiar Face
A reader identifies a woman across the street and notices familiar items. The remark mentions a dress, a hat, and a parasol as belonging to family members. The quote appears in the Philadelphia Ledger.
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Shafer
Philadelphia Ledger
British Prisoners Stand Up to Hard Times in Ghent
A neutral traveler in Ghent reports British prisoners remain upbeat despite hardship. He witnessed a detachment marching in the Flanders traffic, shouting they are not downhearted, while Germans allegedly pile up orders. The account portrays resilient spirits amid trying conditions.
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Ghent
Fland
Constance
Minard Liniment and Seafood Crisis Commentary
A historical note extols Minard's Liniment while discussing sea food consumption and meat prices. It argues meat costs could be halved by increased fish intake, notes fish supply is inexhaustible, and urges public education on fish value and preparation to improve acceptance and usage.
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Seo Soea
Eat Less Bread Campaign Cuts England Wheat Use
England shows a 20 percent drop in wheat consumption in July versus February as the Fat Less Bread campaign began around March. March reductions reached 2 percent, 4 percent in some months, with nearly 10 percent by May and 15 percent by June. Additional heat conservation measures and new milling sales are noted to curb food use and malnutrition. Miller's Worm Powders are advertised as curing stomach worm–related issues to promote child development.
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England
Food Administration
German general calls for hard terms in peace talks
Gen. von Liebert, in a speech cited by Deutsche Tages Zeitung, urged that no peace be signed before securing the Flanders coast, a colonial empire, and maritime bases, signaling readiness to fight on after a future war. Boer German press reaction split, with Vorwarts warning the war may be prolonged.
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von Liebert
Prussia
Deutsche Tages Zeitung
Flanders
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