Policy shaken in Ottawa over Canada wartime leadership
Ottawa debates wartime policy changes with ministers Edson and Mewburn at odds over the approach. A broad reorganization is contemplated to improve efficiency, including possible command of Sir Arthur Currie and shifting medical services, as Canada reshapes its military and civilian coordination.
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Aden
Ottawa
Canada
Neval Mewburn
Edward Peet
Iit
Argyle
Con
Arthur Currie
Sania
Intensified Air Combat Between French and German Forces
In a four day stretch heavy aerial clashes occurred as French air crews intensified patrols and bombed enemy depots and depots while German planes contested the skies. Reports describe numerous bombings and sorties, with both sides suffering losses during night operations in May.
Ingram's Milkweed Cream Advertises Skincare Items
An aged Canadian advertisement promotes Ingram's Milkweed Cream to prevent blemishes and maintain a youthful complexion. It markets Velveda Souveraine Face Powder Ste Rouge and related products with listed prices and a Windsor, Canada origin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ingram
Wheat Imports Insufficient Concern Raised by Canada Wheat Board
The British ministry of food reports import shortfalls in wheat and meat shipments to Canada, noting every effort to boost arrivals is valuable. Asthma Cure Claim: Dr J D Kels Asthma Remedy touted as effective with promised relief and better sleep.
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Ministry of Food
Canada Food Board
Cana
J. D. Kels
Bank backs youth pig loan to aid pork production
The Souris Manito ba of Merchants Bank announces a program to lend to boys and girls ages between childhood and teen years to raise pigs. The initiative aims to form a 4 H club with prizes for members and to boost pig production through youth participation.
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Souris
Man
Merchants’ Bank of C
Charity to the Best Danker Is Like to Donate List
A fragment notes charity zeal and proposes giving donations to a charitable institution. A critic questions directing funds to an institution for the blind, while a Boston transport reference appears as a stray fragment.
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Boston Tran
Farm Machines Transform Labor On the Farm
The text notes labor time to raise 8 bushels of wheat dropped from four and a half days to three hours with the reaper in 1831 and ten minutes in modern times. It argues society now depends entirely on farm machinery in this mechanical age.
Living Wisely for Housekeepers Simple Money Rules
Practical guidance for household budgeting with tips on cash use, accurate weekly accounting, avoiding extravagance, reducing waste, and choosing value over price. Emphasizes prudent spending, holiday reserves, and careful purchasing to stretch limited funds.
Dr Williams Pink Pills Sold For Nervous Breakdowns
An advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for nervous breakdowns by nourishing nerves with rich blood. It cites a testimonial from Wilfrid Donald of West Flamboro Ontario claiming restored health after the treatment and notes availability from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville at 50 cents per box or $2.50 for six.
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Wilfrid Donald
West Flamboro
Oat
Williams
Dr. Williams
Dr. A Medicine Co
Brockville
Unclear Club Speech Noting Minard’s Liniment Claim
Fragmentary OCR note describes a club speech by Y Gabber about Minard's Liniment curing cattle. The text is garbled but implies the product is promoted for cow care during a spoke event. No verifiable results or details.
New U Boat Detector Claims Thirty Mile Range
Washington correspondent reports a new device capable of locating enemy submarines within thirty miles. It is said to render U boats ineffective on trade routes between the United States and Europe as they cannot operate unseen near allied vessels.
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Chicago Daily News
Washington
Germany
United States
Europe
Cities save on hog feeding by burning garbage
Feeding garbage to hogs or burning it reduces costs for cities, including Minneapolis which estimates savings from $50,000 to $000 annually after the April 1 effective date. Other adopters include South Bend, Madison, Cedar Rapids, Lake City, and Harrisburg, expecting reduced waste and increased marketable pork.
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Minneapolis
United States
South Bend
Adison
Wis
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Sa Lake City
Oaly
Harrisburg
Kerensky Safe Among Friends After Upheaval in Russia
An official states Alexander Kerensky is safe and with friends after the Bolshevik coup. He is not in good health and resting, but his condition is not serious and he may later influence Russia’s direction with his leadership.
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Kerensky
Alexander Kerensky
Russia
Kerens
War as Necessity Says German Clash Needed
Professor Charles Scott Sherrington of Oxford quotes Troeitsch in Heidelberg, arguing that war between Germany and England is necessary for Britain to maintain its world state role. Troeitsch lists possessions sought by Germany including ports and colonies in Australia, South Africa, Hong Kong, and India.
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Charles Scott Sherrington
Oxford
London Times
Heidelberg
Ang- Trociech
Australia
South Africa
Hong Kong
India
The New Bismarck Speech Report from Berlin Dinner
A report of a Berlin dinner speech attributed to Ludendorff is quoted by the Boston Transcript. The passage asserts stern measures against peace critics and socialists, stressing a tough stance to avert revolution and control public opinion while invoking Napoleonic authority.
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Berlin
Ludendorff
Boston Transcript
Napoleon
War Garden Bulletin with potato growing tips and occupations
The bulletin urges war gardeners to focus on potatoes and wheat, noting 1916 and 1917 Canadian yields and recommending a potato elevator concept. It gives planting depths of four to five inches in loamy soil, row spacing, seed cutting methods, and handling. It also covers medical tips and a note on occupation rules affecting clerks in light work.
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Canada Food Board
Dockinson
Canada
Ile
Ttawa
Get More Vim Renew Your Strength Claim
An old advertisement touts Dr Hamilton's Pills as a cure for fatigue nervousness sleeplessness and headaches. It promises quick restoration of energy digestion and mood with a call to purchase at local dealers.
Lost Indians of Kut Hope for Survivors in Mesopotamia
An officer present at Kut believes the garrison of about three thousand Indian soldiers shows no certainty of death. He asserts many may be alive, dispersed across towns and villages in upper Mesopotamia, Asia Minor, and near Persia, despite the disorder.
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Kut
Upper
Mesopotamia
Asia Minor
Persia
British Columbia fish value climbs in 1917 output
The naval department reports BC fish value rose by 8 million dollars in 1917 versus 1916. Higher prices boosted the total, but a smaller Fraser sockeye run reduced this grade to 25 percent of normal, while other grades increased in quantity.
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Canada
Naval Department
British Columbia
Frazer
Minard's Liniment Co Announces Grand Contest
Notice from Wilfri Poe, proprietor of Grand Contest, Mondville, August 3, seeks entrants in a local contest. The brief announcement mentions a lasting cure or remedy claim and invites participation under the company banner with formal phrasing typical of the period.
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Minard's Liniment Co. Limited
Wilfri Poe
Mondville
Farmers Receive Warm Commendation From Premier
The London Advertiser notes a warm commendation to Canadian farmers for their steadfast support and shared experiences with soldiers under government leadership. The piece emphasizes resilience amid challenges and calls for continued collaboration between farmers and the state.
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Farmers of
Canada
London
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Sawyer Massey
Minard
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Holloway
Bismarck
War Garden Bulletin
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Ters
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Elec
Hugh Macdonald
Winnipeg
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