Allied forces gain on Somme front near Pozieres
British report capturing the main German second line 2,000 yards north of Pozieres on the Somme front. French and British actions press German positions around Thiaumont and Fleury with heavy losses reported on both sides. Four German aircraft downed by the French. heat wave slows operations but artillery duels continue.
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Pozieres
Thiaumont
Fleury
London
Somme
War Office
Paris
Thiaumont and
Quet
Examination results list of names and pass marks
A long list of names including Beth Allen Eric Ansley Helen Armstrong Marjorie Auger Peter Ballyk Helen Beath Graham Becker Wesley Becker and many others appears as passing candidates in the examination results. The roster names cover numerous individuals across likely schools or programs with no additional context or outcomes given.
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Beth Allen
Eric Ansley
Helen
Armstrong
Marjorie _ Auger
Peter
Ballyk
Helen Beath
Graham Becker
Wesley Becker
Robert Beem
Winifred Bishop
Charles Blundell
Ruby Booth
Leone Brooks
Florence Cain
Adeline Carle
Sadie Chudleigh
Helen Clark
Ella Coursey
Hugh Crawford
Max Crawford
Stanley Crittenden
Matthew Crozier
Walter Davies
Edith Davis
Muir Dawson
Frances Depew
Fawin Dilworth
Francis’ Dobbin
Margaret Dobbin
John Eder
Corinne ‘Elkins
Lorne Eliott
Ladys Emes
Fred Fewings
Mary Fisher
George Fullerton
Gertrude Gilleaple
Lois Ginther
James, Good
Marjorie Graham
Inez Gronberg
George Gronberg
Grant Hal
Tax Likely to Hit Non Canadian Securities
Ottawa predicts new legislation at the next session to impose income tax on all non Canadian securities held by Canadians. The measure aims to discourage outside investments to conserve Canadian financial resources for war needs and may curb outside issues until government consent is obtained.
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Aottawa
Canada
United States
Japanese Aid to Entente Cited by Imperial Navy Officer
Ottawa reports Commander Denzo Mort of the Imperial Japanese Navy praised Allied efforts in World War I. He recalled the Russo Japanese War and Port Arthur blockade, and said Japanese industry is mobilizing rifles and artillery for the eastern front while Britain and Canada receive strong sympathy from the Japanese people.
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Ottawa
Denzo Mort
Imperial Japanese Navy
Mort
Port Arthur
Canada
British Columbia
Australia
Japan
Mori
England
Britain
War Anniversary Services Held at Riverside Park
A mass meeting was held last night at Riverside Park to commemorate the second anniversary of the European war declaration. Speakers recalled the conflict, urging unity and support for wartime efforts.
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Riverside Park
Canadians at Front Celebrate War Anniversary Crowd Honors Heroes
News recounts Canadian battalions conducting minor operations with bayonet and bomb attacks on enemy patrols near posts. A public ceremony opened at 8:30 pm with Mayor Hawthorne, Aldermen, clergy, and returned heroes, praising Allied sacrifice and vowing to fight on until Germans are vanquished.
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London
Ottawa
Ptes, Donovan and Ward
Nova Scotia
Local Burglary Suspect Lott Captured by Detective
Moose Jaw Saskatchewan August 4 Andrew Lott a colored man shot in the leg while fleeing the scene of a burglary was captured early this morning by a city detective. He is suspected of being the perpetrator in several recent break ins on North Hill and was found attempting to enter a dwelling.
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Moose Jaw
Sask
Andrew Lott
Lott
North’ Hill
Dwoll
District Shows Potential for Homegrown Fruits
A News representative toured a garden Project by Mr Hy T.Forster, observing productive raspberry plants alongside strawberries currants and other small fruits. The sample harvest demonstrated the district can cultivate its own fruit supply and support local growers.
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Hy T.forster
Abé
King's Message to the Canadian People and Government
Ottawa August 5. Anniversary messages show the King and Governor General in Ottawa reiterate Canada’s resolve to support the empire in its two year war effort. The Duke of Connaught and officials report meetings across the Dominion to express dedication to the righteous cause and eventual triumph. The Queen replies with warm thanks for Canada's wartime services and determination to carry the Empire to a victorious end.
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Canada
Duke of Connaught
Ambassador Page Seeks Clemency for Irish Detainees
Ambassador Page told the State Department he presented to the British foreign office the Senate resolution urging President Wilson to press Britain to extend clemency to Irish political prisoners. He said the British side offered no comment upon receipt.
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Washington
Page
State Department
Foreign Office
Senate
Wilson
Great Britain
Gloucesters Recruiters Pick Up Two More
The Construction Corps adds two new men, Luther Camida of Maple Avenue city and G A Hayne of Dominion City. Hayne, with nine years eight months in the First Gloucesters, is noted as a South African veteran. The Gloucesters wear two badges on the hat, signaling distinction after rear attacks. Pte Carnill, left behind for recruitment duties, heads to Calgary.
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Luther Ca Mieda
Maple Avenue
City
G. A. Hayne
Dominion &I
Gloucesters
Carnill
Calgary
Vilage
Captain Howell Killed in Winnipeg Incident
Winnipeg reports Captain Edin Howell son of Chief Justice Howell former Manitoba barrister killed in what officials call a private incident. The casualty was announced today amid conflicting details and ongoing investigations.
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Winnipeg
Edin Howell
Justice Howell
Unclear text about beer license holders and future sales
Fragmentary note refers to soma and others holding licenses for two percent beer and upcoming sales. No clear names, places, or dates are provided to form a concrete news item.
Shackleton Reaches Port Stanley Amid Rescue Efforts
Sir Shackleton the explorer sends a message saying he reached Port Stanley aboard the schooner and reports that the Endurance and companions are still at sea awaiting rescue. The note notes Art Under yesterday’s date and confirms progress on the relief mission.
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London
Sir Shackleton
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Turkish War Office
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Atte
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Sareth
Ratysey
Meldeygory
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Medicine Hat Staff
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Ogletree Sissons
Howard Smith
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Earl C. Stacey
Clarrice Storrs
William Stothers
Gwennie Taylor
Mary B. Thirlwell
Gladys Westwood
Robert Worth
Clifford Worthy
New Jersey
Germany
Lance Corp
Thurgood
Daughters of the Empire
Hawthorne
Leveque
Cruickshank
Hamilton
W. J. Niblock
H. Lang
Davis
Tuttle
Father Launer
Morrow
Watts
Brittain
Earl Kitchener
Corp. Baker
King
Govt
Trish
Construction Corps
Capt. Howell
Shackleton
Port Stanley
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