France Today Seen Through Margaret Deland’s Eyes
Summary of an article by Margaret Deland in a Jane Woman's Home Companion describing France during World War I. Deland argues Americans underestimated war realities before entering the conflict and contrasts studying electricity to being struck by lightning in understanding war.
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Margaret Deland
Jane Woman's Home Companion
France
United States
United
Vegetarian Breakfast Debate Over Eggs Sparks Odd Exchange
A vegetarian and a stranger argued over whether eggs count as meat during breakfast. The vegetarian claimed eggs are meat because they become birds, while the stranger argued he only eats eggs that never become birds, prompting a tense exchange in a town taurant.
Favorite Prescription touted as relief for women ailments
An advertisement praises Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for overworked or delicate women, claiming it renews strength and vitality without alcohol. It notes the medicine is suitable for young girls approaching womanhood and for middle-aged women, and mentions a tablet form and ingredient list on the package.
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Invalides’ Hotel
Fala
Hamitten
Ont
Interesting Ceremony In the Far North
A ceremony on Herschel Island marked the presentation of a gold timepiece by the Canadian government to Navinek for patrol services from 1915 to 1917. Inspector Phillips announced the honor at a night event with guests Sergt Stay Constables Doak and Cook and Northern Trading Co figures present.
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Government of
Canada
Crete
Sergt. Stay
Doak
Cook
A. L. Lawle
George A. Slater
The
Northern Trading Company
Freezone promises painless corn relief says Cincinnati ad
A Cincinnati advertisement claims Freezone can remove corns and calluses without pain or infection. It touts a small bottle available at drugstores or through wholesalers, using ether compound that dries instantly without irritating surrounding tissue.
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Cincinnati
Rivers Flowing North Across Continents
The Mackenzie in Canada sources in the interior and flows north into the Arctic Ocean. Many rivers in Brazil’s Amazon basin start in the south and flow north to join the great river.
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Canada
Mackenzie
Arctic Ocean
Amazon
Brasil
Putnam's Painless Corn Extractor Ad Claims Quick Cure
An old-time advertisement extols Putnam's Extractor as a quick relief for corns. The copy promises pain relief, shrinkage of the corn, and urges buyers to choose Putnam's over competing remedies.
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Putnam's
Kaiser's Gift to Roosevelt Smashed by Sailor
An life size portrait of Emperor William given by Kaiser to Colonel Theodore Roosevelt was damaged by a sailor who took the painting to Mrs. C. H. Pollitz home. The artwork was moved to the library then the cellar after the Lusitania sinking. Pollitz later returned it to trustees, and the piece became its owner again.
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William
Theodore Roosevelt
C. H. Pollitz
Bay de
Lusitania
Pollitz
Rene Coames
Tey Organined Fame
Meneame
Sasol
The Only Possible Peace
Fragmentary note reflects a belief in a time of peace and a road to harmony. The text hints at a cautious optimism about peaceful relations and progress through dialogue and joint effort.
Mystery ships and wartime traps in German naval warfare
British naval correspondent details clever war films and ruses used against U boats, including a woman with a baby, a haystack trick, and a cargo ship feigning innocence. It relays German reactions, Baralong cases, and cites how such tactics shaped anti submarine warfare.
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Safor
Iehlee Kans
Pest
Gort
London Times
Gordon Campbell
Berelees
Ieto
Baralong
Germany
North Sea
Brilliant Idea Sparks Plans Turntable Dinner Scheme
Mrs Sparks laments the cook’s departure over a small ad. A bold plan emerges to placate her with a turntable idea to keep the kitchen humming and the crew content.
Stripping Off Fat and War Time Readjustment
The article cites postwar dietary changes as Americans shed excess fat before entering the war. It argues the population moved to leaner habits, refuting enemies who misjudged American arrogance. The piece frames this as a historic national readjustment with battlefield implications in France.
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France
New York Evening Mail
Breach of Boer War Wound Story From Colenso
A Boer recalls a East Cape clash where he says he received two bullets one from the Germans and one from British soldiers at Colenso. A British surgeon noted the wound and the Boer confirmed the two bullets were the cause.
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Colenso
First Line of Defense Blood Health Claim
An article extols blood strength as the body's defense against disease and links bloodlessness to fatigue poor appetite and weakness. It-promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy claiming to enrich the blood nourish nerves improve appetite restore color and sleep with sunlight and wholesome food as additional aids. The pills are sold by local dealers or by mail from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Dr. Williams
Lone
Clever Ruse Ends With Dinner Then Arcade Plan
A husband, married about a year, lured his wife from home with a ruse to meet him for a pretend dinner and a night out. He hinted at paying her a visit and described a plan to go to an arcade after eating together. The maneuver aimed to keep the encounter secret from others.
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Jack
Old Girl is Game Britain Has Been a Good Neighbor
The article hails Britain as a faithful ally and neighbor. It praises England for its steadfast support and likens the relationship to a trusted shipmate in rough seas, noting gratitude for shared efforts.
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Britain
England
Mn Geome
Deed of Mercy Amid War Echoes From Mont d’Hiver
The German account recalls Kaiser Wilhelm ordering care for two wounded British soldiers at a crater edge during a recent offensive. Wounds bound, brandy given, they were roused from unconsciousness. The fair deed contrasts with grim war, a tale to be remembered, told through ages in seafaring lore.
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Hindenburg
Kaiser
Mont d’Hiver
Seakabie
Judas
Uniform butter quality across Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba
Exhibits in Edmonton and Saskatoon show interprovincial butter competition among Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba creameries. Judges note remarkable uniformity and high grading due to efficient provincial systems and favorable climate, grains, water and dairy cattle. Western Canada butter output rises to meet demand.
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Edmonton
Alberta
Saska
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Prairie Provinces
Canada
Just in Time and Worm Exterminator Ad Snippet
A compact page item notes a political quip on limiting debate in the senate with women's signs noted, followed by an old time worm exterminator product pitch urging mothers to spot worm trouble in children and use Mother Javes Worm Exterminator promptly.
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de [Bate
Senate
Louisville Courier-Journal
Distinguished Service Order to Lt Col Clarke for railway troops feats
Tribute lauds Canadian Railway Troops for combat leadership in an attack lasting four days. Lt Col Frederick Clarke of Toronto organized sixteen Lewis gun teams from his battalion and prepared the unit to fight from lorries. The Gazette notes self contained volunteers and the officer’s courage and coolness inspired all ranks.
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Frederick Fie Clarke
Toronto
Parrots as Air Sentinels in War Time
An English writer reports animals show war adaptive behavior. Parrots guarded Paris Eiffel Tower, warning of approach long before sight. Pheasants warned at night with alarm cries as aircraft neared. hares partridges and ants also probed front line trenches for food.
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Eiffel Tower
Paris
Joume
A Tale of Two Cities Describes War News Contrast
A Kansas City Star excerpt contrasts the Marne defeat with Paris's cheerfulness and resilience. It notes scenes of despair in one place and unyielding spirit in another, reflecting four years of conflict shaping character amid wartime strain.
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Marne
Paris
Kansas City Star
Summer Visitors as Frost Approaches
The article urges gathering ripening vegetables now to store for winter use. It advises picking the greens and other produce before frost, ensuring a supply through the cold months.
A War Victim Inquiries Lost Identity In Boston Transcript
A war victim questions his fate and memory, unsure of his own existence, while a Boston Transcript report traces his uncertain path and the mystery surrounding his identity.
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