Scarcity of Food Persists Despite Allied Expectations
A wartime special correspondent reports on food conditions from Germany and Avetria to Trieste. He notes scarce but improving vegetable supplies for central powers and ample water for Austrian troops on the Isonzo front. In Vienna crowds form at markets for milk and meat as residents hoard bread rations and anticipate longer hardship.
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Germany
Avetria
Trieste
Isonzo
Corso
Vienna
The Pill That Brings Relief
After meals stomach oppression and pain signal dyspepsia. Parne s Vegetable Pills are advertised as the best medicine to bring relief. The pills are specially compounded to treat dyspepsia and receive wide commendation from many users.
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Parnve
Railway cuts in US trains outpace Canada in wartime moves
US railways slashed passenger trains early this year to speed wartime movement. The Pennsylvania Railroad removed 102 trains and Boston and Maine 255, greatly exceeding Canadian declines. Freight speed and terminal efficiency were stressed to boost wartime efficiency and keep rivals from falling behind.
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United States
Canada
Pennsylvania Railroad
Canadian Railways
Boston
Maine
Minard's Liniment Cures Diphtheria Reported
The Canadian Associated Press notes new regulations on promotion and selection in overseas forces. Seniority and service are to be considered for promotions with drafts trained for overseas use. Details suggest changes in policy affecting Canadian military personnel abroad.
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Associated Press
Elhsere
I Am Overseas
Correct Flag Use in Canada Urged by Journal Comment
The Montreal Journal of Commerce argues flags are national symbols and should be used properly. It notes the Red Ensign is not a Canadian national flag and warns it should not fly on land while the Union Jack remains the official national flag on Canadian soil.
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Canada
Merchant Marine
Dominion Army
Montreal Journal of Commerce
Japan and United States Strike Steel Ship Exchange Plan
The Japanese government seeks steel from the United States in exchange for ships. The deal begins with US steel shipments to Japanese shipyards while Japan ships about 50 000 tons of vessels to carry US troops and materiel to Europe. Shipbuilders claim they can build steamers and gain commissions within four months if steel is provided.
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United States
Japan
Europe
Sia
Gen
Bee Builders
Unclear Fragment Sparks Confused Public Notice
The readable text presents a garbled fragment about a person nicknamed Uncle Bree and fears regarding someone’s safety, with no identifiable event, names, places, or dates to anchor a proper news item.
German Crown Council Meeting In Berlin Sparks Unease
An Amsterdam-datelined Telegraph despatch reports the crown council meeting in Berlin lasting about three hours with both empire and kingdom ministers present. The public awaits news on decisions and speculation grows about a Prussian franchise bill granting universal direct suffrage and the secret ballot.
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Crown Council
Emperor William
Berlin
Amsterdam
William
Enous
Prussia
Counter Check or Sales Books Ad Doubling as Paper Goods Outlet
Merchant urged to order Counter Check and Sales Books noting rising paper costs and a capable plant keeping prices fair. Highlighted offerings include duplicate and triplicate carbon leaf books, waxed papers, and meat and confectionery wrappers. Claims large coast to coast commercial customers and Canada paper mill supply.
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O.K
Canada
Bread Card Thieves Active in Berlin
Bread card thieves operate in Berlin, targeting shoppers and using stolen cards at multiple stores during the week. Police urge vigilance as incidents rise and urge reporting of suspicious activity.
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Berlin
Farmer On which side do you milk a cow?
A concise cheeky item from the New York Sun noting a playful quip about milking a cow and the farmer’s question.
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New York Sun
Three Mammoth Improvements in British Transport Plans
Britain weighs three large projects including a tunnel to France under the English Channel a tunnel linking England and Ireland and a canal between the Forth and Clyde rivers. A London writer outlines a model village for 5000 workers beside the tube with baths lockers and a hospital. Work could begin soon with a scaled start of a few hundred laborers ramping up to 1500+.
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Great Britain
France
English Channel
England
Ireland
Orth
Clyde
London
Sangatte
Wissant
French Channel Tunnel Company
Wissent
Northern
London End
Brazil Joins United States in War Effort Against Germany
Brazil has begun co operating with the American fleet in South American waters to hunt German raiders and submarines. A special diplomatic mission to Brazil is under consideration to broaden forces cooperation. Rio de Janeiro faces possible formal war declaration, while Brazilian merchant marine grows.
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Brazil
Forerman
United States
Germany
Rio de Janeiro
Brett'sen
Connec
Speech Opens Reichstag Amid War Plea
Report claims the Reichstag opened with a president’s speech denouncing enemy depravity. The speech reiterated that the war continues and questioned public sentiment amid currency and supply concerns, with unclear references to luxury vehicles and private figures.
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Reichstag
Minard's Limiment Colds Remedy Sparks Empire Protest
A fragment reports protests by Bayerische Staats Zeunich opposing a reform in Germany linked to Minard's Limiment. The piece hints at dangers to the empire if the regime changes proceed, reflecting tense political climate and public opposition.
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Bayerische Staats Zeunich
Ganes
Germany
Enem y Aviators Afraid German Flyers Fear Capture
A French and American team reports German pilots fear capture by the enemy. In one duel near Lafayette Escadrille headquarters an Allied flyer wounded a German and the pilot landed behind French lines. The German said the body of the gunner hid to avoid sight of attackers and that capture would mean dire consequences.
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Lafayette Escadrille
Gailer
Escadrille
Germany
Cost of Preserving Greatly Exaggerated
The piece argues that rising sugar prices are not a barrier to home preserves. It cites past sugar costs and compares them with today, claiming the extra sugar cost per quart is small and urges Canadian women to revive traditional canning practices.
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Canada
Canada’s Trade Up in April May For the Fis Year
Canada’s total trade for April and May, the first two months of the fiscal year, reached 408,606,875 dollars versus 269,500,815 the prior year. Imports were 194,404,188 dollars and exports 214,202,687 dollars in May, with noticeable gains across manufacturing and goods categories as national customs data show.
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Canada
Pam
Why Restaurants Should Replace Fly Swats With Paper
A column argues restaurants should use sticky fly paper in dining rooms to prevent visible swatting and improve cleanliness. It claims flies signal bad housekeeping and urges managers to install screens and fly paper to keep diners comfortable and prevent pest issues.
Saskatchewan Better Farming Train Tours Province
The Better Farming train operated by the Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture finished a four week tour of the province with 20 000 visitors. It provided practical demonstrations on farming methods suited to local conditions and plans for another train next year. The program is popular in the west, with a similar Alberta tour currently underway.
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Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture
Alberta
Summer perils for infants and Dr Williams tablets
The text warns of deadly risks from heat for babies and cites diarrhoea cholera infantum dysentery and colic as summer dangers. It promotes Baby's Own Tablets from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario at 25 cents a box as a remedy to regulate bowels soothe the stomach and keep infants healthy.
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Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Golden Hen Found Aids Red Cross Auction
A hen that lays golden eggs drew the attention of Middleton Ohio residents as it aided the American Red Cross. A poor widow donated the hen and a dozen eggs, sold at auction for 2002 dollars with 266 dollars for Biddy and a dollar per commission each, a record high.
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American Red Cross
Middleton
Ohito
Red Cross
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