New World Vision Spurs Allied Unity and Democracy
Newspaper excerpt argues a postwar world must be safer for common people not ruled by kings or governments. It cites Lloyd George and Asquith era tensions, urges parliament to lead in a new democratic order, and echoes Ottawa’s pledge that democracy must endure beyond war.
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Beong
Minos the United
Lioyd Ven
Atien
Asquith
Asquith- Lloyd George
Ottawa
Toronto Slope
Spies in South America Reported by New York World
Buenos Aires dispatch notes a revelation tied to German Swedish intrigue and hints at a German espionage hub in South America. The August 18 report mentions a high level discovery of activities linked to German interests.
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Lansi
New York World
Buenos Aires
Andéo
Bae
Enga
Gerteen
South America
Appeal to Prussian nobility amid German crisis
A Berliner Kreuz-Zeitung appeal urges the Prussian nobility to unite the loyal German people against perceived threats to the Fatherland and to resist efforts to undermine Prussia's state and its historic rulers. The piece questions the nobility's duty and calls for collective action to preserve national integrity.
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London
Siedoner
Reichstag
Rman
Ica
Russia
Berliner Kreuz-Zeitung
Prussia
Fred
William
Grote
Highest Order in the Garter and the Order of Merit
The piece notes the Garter as the oldest and most exclusive chivalric order tied to royalty and nobility. It argues the true greatest honor is the right to append the letters O M after a name, highlighting the relatively recent rise of the Order of Merit to prominence.
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Garter
Dave Pote
Kaiser
St. George's
Jewish Girls Face Forced Options in Imperial Russia
The article traces how Jewish students, especially women, faced severe barriers entering universities with only about five percent of examinees admitted. Many sought study abroad in St. Petersburg or Moscow but were pressured to obtain residence papers through misused marriage-like arrangements. Police harassment, arrests, and coercive practices disrupted hundreds of girls, ruining futures and forcing relocation to native communities. It also notes conflict over burial laws forcing Jews to bury outside towns, highlighting police enforcement and community appeals.
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Ahier
Dewi
Owever
Jenteh
Molaine
Vol Sutra
Ferther
Ona
Etereburg
Clyde River Work Brings Navigable Dredge Access
Fragmentary note describes efforts on the Clyde to open navigation through dredging and harbour improvements. Mentions Scottish involvement and a comparison to other routes, with unclear specifics.
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Clyde
Austrian Archduke Otto Involved In Socialist Assault Affair
Austrian Archduke Otto and his allies allegedly assaulted Socialist deputy Pernerstofer after a speech. Pernerstofer denounced Otto from the chamber rostrum, prompting a scandal tracked by investigators. Archduke Francis Fer allegedly supported the attack, while guards and servants faced the ensuing probe.
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Twa
Otto
Ers
Archduke Otto
Herr Pennerstofer
Imperialia
Pernerstofer
Rotice
Peter
Francis Fer
Erstofer
Pernerstofer Srvmera
East likely apple surplus shifts from Nova Scotia
Accoso Hon. W. J. Ha reports Nova Scotia crops at 100 percent while Ontario and Quebec reach 75 and 60 percent respectively. East fruit will be distributed by carload lots to western markets as fertilizers set a fixed basis. The plan aims to avoid export trade losses and stabilize wholesale pricing amid variable fruit yields.
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Accoso
W. J. Ha
Ova Scotia
Ontario
Nova Scotia
Setaizere
Hanna Ee
Western Canada Prices See Broad Drop In Commodities
A fragmented notice notes numerous price changes in Western Canada with lower costs for various goods including oils and hardware. The text references commerce and industry shifts, hinting at a broader market movement affecting lines and products.
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Canada
Canadian Pig Iron Output in Early 1917 Reported
The Journal of Commerce notes Canada’s pig iron production in the first three months of 1917. Three small plants remain unheard while total output reaches about 578 tons, averaging roughly 193 tons per month.
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Canada
Journal of Commerce
War-weary Hamburgers long to be like England
Dispatch from Hamburg quotes residents and soldiers growing tired of the fighting and yearning for life after war. They express anger at Berlin, praise for England, and fear of renewed destruction as Allied air raids on London emphasize the war’s reach.
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Eevee
Pepe
Alnice
Germany
Hamburg
Firat
Hambrgery
Elbe
Alster
Herr Ballin
Uamburg
Hamrg
England
London
Ian Deat
War Office
Adm
Sidebotham
Repu
Pather Forgive Them Pray for Germany in Brotherhood
A Baltimore American excerpt argues for Christian forgiveness toward Germany, urging prayers for German widowed and orphaned alike. It emphasizes universal humanity, condemns wartime envy, and promotes love of country without hatred or conquest.
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Pather
Germany
Family 4
Ceredy
Wtmest
Baltimore
Indifferent Attitude of Relatives Toward Mr gt
Relatives show a markedly indifferent stance toward Mr gt. They respond with minimal engagement and avoid deeper discussion or involvement in his affairs. Their detachment suggests limited concern or emotional distance in the relationship.
Paris War Museum Seeks World War II Documents and Relics
A Paris museum gathers materials from the war era, displaying trenches, posters, and American sentiment items. The collection, begun late July, includes maps and documents, with rooms dedicated to war history and various exhibits.
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Mi Yar
Thry Mae
Con
Lee Taina
Paris
Renee
Seeding Motor Delivers for Valley Farm Herds
A small three horsepower motor in Kansas Valley powers milking gear and cream separator, handling 3500 sheep 27 cows 50 hogs and milking 20 cows daily. The unit drives a cider maker and dairy equipment, aiding owners with milk output and cream processing.
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H.p. Motor
Kansas Valley
Fragmented Note on Worms and Rice
The readable lines describe worms with eyes and a claim about items not made of rice or hide. It references centuries of use or existence and mentions Ebarenes in a fragmentary manner. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events or persons.
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