Germany’s War Whistle Weapon Described In Detail
An article analyzes a small German wartime device described as a silent whistle pistol. It outlines a miniature single shot with a slot for a cartridge, a strong spring, and a trigger mechanism. The piece argues the weapon, used to silently incapacitate foes, reveals brutal German war aims and the dehumanizing treatment of soldiers as mere parts of a machine.
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Hatte
Pal
Glaes
Germany
Teeth and Rheumatism Highlighted In Public Lecture
Dr Brackett of Boston stressed teeth as a key factor in rheumatism and general health at Terverd Medical school. He cited abscesses at tooth roots and gum pockets causing inflammation and linked removal after X ray to relief from rheumatic symptoms.
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Terverd Medical School
Brackett
Boston
Dr Brackett
Enemy Aliens and English Wives Stir British War Ties
London correspondence of the New York Herald describes how some German men married to English wives faced mixed loyalties and suspicion. The narrative notes a concentration camp and internment of a naturalized German manager after a Lusitania celebration drew police attention, with a Paris branch still active.
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Englieh
Jélo Siman
London
England
Lusitania
Alf
Mane
Lonten
Paris
Germany
Brien
Berlin
New York Herald
Should Learn to Shoot for Ladies Health and Confidence
The writer argues women benefit from trap shooting for health and fitness. Advice covers gun choice a 12 gauge full choke, proper fit, rubber recoil pad, comfortable shoes and hat, and guidance from male friends or club instructors to learn proper technique. Concentration and practice are emphasized to become a welcome guest at the traps.
Montreal Leads Canadian Cities In Building Permits
Montreal tops Canadian city permits for five months with value of 2 414 000 dollars down from last year. Overall permits total 4 281 000 across Dominion with Montreal contributing most of the decline. Building trade expected to improve soon per Montreal Journal of Commerce.
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Dorlas
Dominion
Montreal
Montreal Journal of Commerce
Whisky season sparks German interest in Engilehead malts
Malt whisky season in Scotland draws attention from German collectors. The Engilehead area sees rising demand as visitors sample limited releases and producers plan regional tastings. Local distilleries report steady visitor numbers and growing overseas inquiries.
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Scotland
British Columbia lumbering hits war era demand slump
Reports to the U N A note war era commerce woes in Canada with British Columbia lumbermen hardest hit by postwar building material slowdowns. Some mills run overtime on new orders while others await ships to move product to Britain and the Americas amid a improving credit scene and rising dairy and beef output.
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U.N.A
Canada
British Columbia
Prairie Provinces
Penn
Washington
Prairie
Great Britain
West Indies
Atlantic
Vancouver
Europe
Department of Agriculture
Britt Columbia
United States
Life and Death Struggle in The Dual Empire
The article frames a dire conflict as a life and death struggle within a dual empire, emphasizing the narrowing contest to a critical confrontation at Ger waarsee. It reflects on geopolitics and strategic stakes shaping the outcome.
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Ger Waarsee
York Journal of Commerce
British Tars Shoot Straight in Fleet Gun Tests
The article reports on Royal Navy tests of gun practice over the past year. It notes improved hit rates with various calibers, stresses stricter conditions, larger ranges, and faster fire, and discusses gun control and modern weapon effectiveness in war conditions. It cites percentage hits for 15.640 inch, 12 inch, and 4 inch guns, with 1911 through 1914 data and mentions the smaller target challenges in actual combat.
Battle near Garden of Eden amid Palestine clash
Report describes fighting across sacred sites in Palestine as British and Turkish forces clash near Nazareth, Galilee, and Capernaum. The Turks threaten holy areas including Sea of Galilee shores and biblical landmarks while sacred towns Gaza and Hebron lie in retreat paths.
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Adam and Eve
Hiden
Adam and Lohe Pew
Palestine
Sea of
Gennesaret
Lake of Galilee
Nazareth
St Peter
Capernaum
Moses
Inga
Gaza
Sameon
Hebron
Abraham
Turkieh
Record-Setting 143 MPH by Teddy Tetzlaff on Utah Salt Flats
A racing car set an unprecedented speed near 143 miles per hour on Utah salt flats along the Western Pacific line at Saldur, 112 miles west of East Lake City. Teddy Tetzlaff clocked a mile in 75.2 seconds, equaling 148.85 mph, with the fastest rail test reaching 1905 miles per hour on a different record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
Railway Age Gazette
Western Pacific
Saldur
East Lake City
Teddy Tetzlaff
World Peace or Barbarism Warns of War’s Final Choice
H G Wells argues in New York about the war's cost and the need for a world alliance and world congress to prevent future wars. He warns that unless humanity acts to control power, revenge, ruined arts, and stagnation will follow, and civilization could fade under barbaric wars.
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Bern
World Alliapce
World Congress
Lowis
H. G. Wells
New York
Tonsils likened to Belgium in wartime metaphor debate
Doctor Eccles vocally denounces tonsil removal as “logical insanity” and argues tonsils are essential in defending against infection. He compares Belgium’s suffering to tonsils performing vital immune duties, warning against indiscriminate removal and praising their role in immune defense.
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Eccles
Keeles
Belgium
Europe
France
Increase Efficiency Of the Aeroplane
A British committee reports progress on aircraft stability and efficiency. It notes modifications increasing weight but improving dynamic performance, and outlines design changes to bodies engines and covering. Wireless signaling gear and instrumentation were developed, with recommendations followed by manufacturers and crews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eter Bird
Hebert
Maya Saye
Admirany
Bewet
Remarkable Prophecy Inspires German Submarine Feats
A 1864 comedy scene from The Editor's Secretary portrayed Wimmelfeld, the inventor, predicting German sea power and air mastery. The dialogue describes two ships, one to descend to the sea bottom and tow ships aloft, the other to float in the air and drop bombs, prompting ridicule and awe fifty years ago.
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Daniah
Erik Hog
Danteh
Woten
Germany
Wimmefeld
Wimmelfeld
Make
Wimmelfels
Britain to sell Bruce and Linrose icebreakers to Russia
The British government purchases the Bruce and sister ship Linrose from the Newfoundland Company. Intended for use in the White Sea in fall and winter to keep Archangel port access open longer. The vessels, 1 553 tons, previously served Cabot Strait amid heavy ice.
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Russia
Tee Breaker
Bruce
Keli New Foundland
Wee
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