Britain’s 19th Century War and Peace through 1810s
Fragmentary notes recount Britain’s long conflict era from 1803 to 1815. It recalls Napoleon’s campaigns in Portugal and Spain, the blockade, and the turning points after battles and the failed Russian invasion. It notes eventual peace and frontier concerns.
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Britain
Portugal
Abe
Spain
Sidpith
England
Russia
Moscow
A Ticklish Moment
A fragmentary reminiscence recounts wartime danger and a confrontation with German forces. The speaker recalls raiders, a failed stealth effort, and injuries from barbed wire, with references to Fritz and a tense escape.
Food Commandments for Army Mess Sergeants
A Texan correspondent describes kitchen discipline at cantonments with rules against waste. Mess sergeants must prevent edible food from being taken away, ensure each man eats, and avoid leaving food on tables. Emphasis on concentration and sanitation per marching duties.
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Tex
Locleville
World Wool Supply Decline Amid War Losses
The article states the global wool supply totals 2.7 billion pounds with the U S losing heavy numbers since 1900. It notes wartime demand driving consumption of wool and mutton at a high rate and reports millions of sheep killed across Europe, including Germany, reducing available wool stock.
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United States
Europe
Germany
Sussex Sinking Disputed By Eyewitness Accounts
The article cites eight Spanish sailors and two German prisoners of war describing events around the Sussex incident. Eyewitnesses claim bayoneting and cordons of German soldiers to block rescues while the German government disputes Allied reports. The piece notes U S President statements about submarine involvement and official counterclaims.
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United States States
German Masses in Poverty as War Costs Rise
A wartime bulletin decries rising living costs in Germany, noting the rich grow wealthier while the masses suffer. It cites price increases, shortages due to imports cuts, and illicit sales of essentials at inflated prices.
Fragmented lottery mentions and museum note fragment
Fragmented OCR text references lotteries tied to a system of usefulness and a British Museum note. Mentions Zeppelin and Mengrer-like terms appear in garbled form, with no clear events, dates, or identifiable persons. The readable pieces offer no coherent storyline or verifiable details.
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Zeppelin
British Museum
Iit
Went About Local Taxation and School Grounds
Fragmentary note outlines local taxation activity and school grounds matter. Mentions cig mion and vague references to school property. Readable fragments suggest municipal concerns over funding and land use.
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Cig Mion
Canada Moves to Expropriate Excess Profits for War Tax
From the Toronto Daily Star the piece notes Canadian government action toward rational tax reform and an excess profits tax during wartime as it partners with the CPR and scrutinizes corporate earnings to ensure ability to pay. It argues for a planned system shaping governance and economy amid national needs.
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Canada
C.P.R
Ness
Devel
Toronto Daily Star
First Girl Skipper Elsie Belloomini Appointed Captain
The article notes Elsie Belloomini, an Italian from Viar, named first regular captain in mercantile marine. She describes her achievement of earning a captain’s certificate in a letter and expresses readiness to command a ship. She asserts courage and commitment amid risks at sea.
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Mercantile Marine
Elsie Belloomini
Viar
Ensort
Rina Belloomini
Marine
Wottan
Raising Chickens For Beginners In The Home Coop
Tips on starting chicks include using a box as a brooder with a proper water fountain, light feeding, and keeping feed and water clean. Use a tomato can waterer, hay chaff litter, small fresh scraps, and ensure good air, space, and gentle handling for healthy growth.
Food and trade outlook in Britain via Ottawa censor
Gov ernment through the Ottawa chief censor outputs a Britain food and trade review. Meat consumption falls but no widespread complaints arise. rationing and coupons persist while workers receive eight days meals and America supplies renderable meat. Textile exports committee sets up rationing for export houses amid tight markets and ongoing price controls.
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Britain
Ottawa
Connable
America
Board Rade
Mittee
Eat More Cheese in Dishes Says Nutrition Advice
A cautious read of a nutrition note urges housewives to increase cheese in meals while noting cheese offers more fat than meat and provides protein. The text discusses prepared cheese dishes and dietary guidance.
New Anti Loafing Law Nears Enactment
A lengthy draft law targets idle youths beneath 16 who fail to work or study. It allows fines up to 100 and up to six months in jail for nonpayment or noncompliance with required training or schooling. Funds flow to municipal or provincial treasuries depending on who initiates the case.
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Ely
Provinte
Pvincial
Seed Scarcer for Planting in 1919
Seed survey from Ottawa shows shortages expected in 1919 due to scarce supplies and dealer stock. Farmers urged to grow and save their own seed, with emphasis on parsnip and other varieties to avert late deliveries and crop losses.
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Ottawa
Cornmeal Lacks Gluten Notice From Old Text
Fragmentary notes discuss cornmeal and gluten absence with phrases about texture and use. The readable lines mention making dough and ingredients in a general食品 context, but no clear event, person, or organizational detail is established.
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Sears
Fritz
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Borbend
Progress In
National Factory