Scottish lad denied leave marries after desertion arrest
A Scottish lad refused leave of absence fled toward marriage but was arrested a mile from the station where his bride awaited. At Glasgow he admitted the restraint but the couple proceeded to county buildings for the declaration and later the groom awaited escort at the station.
Minard's Liniment Cures Rheumatic Ailments Across Regions
A series of testimonials from Lt. Col. C Crewe Read, Andrew King, and C S Billing claim Minard's Liniment cured rheumatic gout acute bronchitis and rheumatism. Patients cite Halifax Sussex Lakefield and Markham Ontario with dates around October 9 1907.
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C. Crewe Read
Sussex
Markham
Sunflower Seeks Linseed Substitute For U S Farms
A report to the National Paint and Varnish Association says sunflower cultivation can substitute for linseed and yield between $30 and an acre for farmers.
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United States
National Paint and Varnish Association
Obstructionists Amid War Time Complaints and Cooperation
The piece criticizes war-time obstruction by labor and capital groups and calls out politicians opposing the president and cabinet. It argues mass sentiment is moving toward cooperation with the government and asserts a national victory is ahead. The commentary reflects broad societal tensions and a call for united support.
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Congress
Plac
Alberta Elevators Grower Cooperative Expands Network
The United Grain Growers and Alberta Farmers' Co operative Elevator Company plan 145 elevators in operation for the coming crop. Last year the network handled about 16,068,000 bushels through 103 elevators, averaging 156,000 bushels per elevator.
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Alberta
United Grain Growers
Alberta Farmers’ Co-oper@ive Elevator Company
He Peaches and Cream sa anything but peaches
A playful line hints at a humorous or nonsensical phrase likely from a local column or feature. The text omits clear event names, dates, or persons, making concrete reporting difficult. If part of a joke or puzzle, the intent seems to amuse without conveying a specific news item.
Rheumatism Cured by Blood Purifying Pills
A historical article notes rheumatism once viewed as age related but now seen as a blood disease. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure, claiming thousands helped and urging readers to obtain by mail or through local agents at 50 cents per box or six for a dollar.
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Pal
W Pink
Rural Planning And Development Report on Canadian districts
The commission of conservation releases a comprehensive study by Thomas Adams on planning and development in rural Canada. It analyzes social conditions, land settlement systems, and the run of rural problems, including health, taxation, unemployment, and the postwar return of soldiers.
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Commission of Conservation
Canada
Thomas Adams
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Delacour Farmer Harvests 300 Bushels of Potatoes
A Delacour Alberta farmer reported a harvest of 300 bushels from three quarters of an acre. Three potatoes weighed over seven and a half pounds each, highlighting the unusually large yield.
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Delacour
Alberta
Cape
Returning Jim Brown Sparks Old Marriage Tension
A wife confronts her husband about a past relationship with Jim Brown, asking if he might have married him, in a tense exchange recounted in a Boston Transcript clipping.
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Jim Brown
Boston Transcript
How to Prevent Colds and Sickness in Public
Advice urges avoiding crowds and shared cups, kissing, and close contact to prevent illness. Boil or burn mouth secretions, rest when feverish, and avoid giving others your cold. Claims Dr Thomas’ Electric Liniment relieves pain and back cramps as a tested remedy.
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Toro
Ralgis
Thomas
Saskatchewan Farm Loans Board approves large loan pool
About two thousand loan applications totaling four million dollars reached the Saskatchewan Farm Loans Board in Regina. The board recommended loans totaling 885,000. Loan requests ranged up to 10,000 dollars and the loans are expected to materially assist borrowers in farming operations with broader prospects for income.
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Saskatchewan Farm Loans Board
Regina
Nine Months Cattle Throughyards See Higher Throughput
In the nine months ending September 30 the stocker cattle receipts rose while total cattle throughyards and the ace finished show a smaller U.S. share than in prior years.
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United States
Hope for the Chronic Dyspeptic
The article urges relief from chronic indigestion caused by neglect of the body’s needs and promotes Parmeree's Vegetable Pills as a rapid cure. It claims the pills combat dyspepsia and related ailments and are always successful.
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Parmeree
Wheat price schedule by grade from November to August
The board of grain supervisors sets wheat prices per bushel for November 1 to August 31, 1918. No. 4 wheat is $2.08, No. 5 wheat $1.95, No. 6 wheat $1.87. Prices apply at Fort Wil and Port Arthur stores.
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Board of Grain Supervisors
Scumieah Houte
Fort Wiland
Port Arthur
Aviator Tackled Nine Gothas a Sea
The report notes Commander Tervey born in Stratford Ontario and serving at NAS with connections to Toronto. It mentions Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Hervey as his parents living in Gary.
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NAS
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Toronto
P. B. Hervey
Gary
War’s Greatest Tragedy in Maritime History Cited
A London Daily Telegraph recounts the sea’s grim toll amid modern warfare. The piece contrasts disciplined naval conduct with foes who mock honor, noting Nelson’s motto “Humanity after action” as a guiding cry during and after conflict.
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Nelson
London Daily Telegraph
Lift Your Corns or Calluses Off
An advertisement touts a product called Cama one as a remedy for corns and calluses with a claim of easier removal using a few drops and finger application.
Free zone corn and callus treatment on sale
A Cincinnati chemist offers free zone treatment sold in tiny bottles for a few cents. Apply it to corns and calluses and they loosen and lift out painlessly, without irritation or burning. If unavailable, ask a druggist to order a bottle.
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Cincinnat
Immigration rises in the West after ten months
Immigration into the Western region increases in the first ten months of this year, surpassing the same period in 1916 and more than tripling the 1915 figures. The trend indicates rising movement and higher returns compared with two years ago.
Warts Treated With Way's Corn Cure Claims Painless Results
Advert says a corns cure called Way's Corn Cure removes warts neatly and painlessly, claiming thorough action and attractive fences as a side note of beauty.
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Way
Talented Cow Advertisement in Rural New England Weekly
Wanted a young man to look after a cow on a farm in rural New England. The applicant should be able to sing in a church choir and be accustomed to handling routine farm tasks. The notice seeks a reliable helper for daily care of the cow and farm duties.
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New England
Chitetion Regis
Why We Cherish Old Songs Says a Workaday Hearer
A Buffalo Express quote contrasts nostalgia for old songs with their scarcity. The sentimental speaker asks why older melodies linger in memory while the worker notes they endure because they are not sung as often.
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Buffalo Express
Canary Warns British Troops Before Mining Operations
Dr. Robert Davi recounts a World War I scene where a canary in a British mining area caused panic among a division. The bird warned soldiers before the mine blasting and had to be killed to prevent further alarm.
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Robert Davi
United Seas
Red. Cross
Davi
Luther Burbank Denies Corn Diet Injures Health
California horticulturist Luther Burbank denies a misquote claiming corn diet harms national health. He supports broader corn use in U S diets while criticizing the attribution and urging moderation of meat consumption.
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Luther Burbank
California
United States
Detroit Free Press fragment notes readable items
A fragment from the Detroit Free Press includes partial readable text about a local item. The legible portion hints at a news note but lacks full details for a complete summary.
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