Noxious Weeds Found in Canadian Seed Samples
Ottawa Seed Laboratory analyzed oats in 1912 from over 2,000 farmers. Of 998 oats samples, 56 percent contained weed seeds averaging 76 per pound, with a high of 4323. 8 percent contained 239 other weed seeds per pound, up to 6594. The seed content implies 6400 weed seeds per acre in oats, similar results for barley and wheat. Some seeds are hard to remove but can be separated by a well used fanning mill.
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Good Branch
Canada
Ottawa
Seeq
Baby's Own Tablets Endorsed for Teething and Stomach Health
Mrs D. Bernhardt of Port Dalhousie Ont praises Baby's Own Tablets for babies claiming they regulate the stomach ease teething and aid fevers worms and colds. The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont sells them at 25 cents per box via medicine dealers or mail order.
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D. Bernhardt
Port Dalhousie
Ont
Bady
Dr Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
War horse losses cited by under-secretary in debate
J Tennant said horse losses since war began run about fifteen percent annually, compared with 65 to 60 percent in the South Africa war, noting this shows progress by veterinary authorities. He attributed the army horse losses to pleuro-pneumonia.
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J Tennant
House of
Arameans
Holloway’s Corr Cure Declared Safe for Use
An item notes that there is no poisonone ingredient in Holloway's Corr Cure and that it can be used without danger of injury.
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Holloway
The Heiress The Duke Disagree Over Consent
The heiress asks about her father and the duke confirms consent would be given but not another sentence. The dialogue centers on a stalled agreement and skipped details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Papa
Diver See Here Where Are Those Ysters I Shrea
Odd dialogue on a seafood dock as a diver asks where the oysters are while a waterman delays, noting a shortage of sales and promising the next customer will be served. The exchange hints at a bustling but tight market scene.
Eczema Cleared With Cuticura Ointment and Soap
Philip Reach describes a severe eczema outbreak on the head face and scalp that caused itching sleeplessness and hair loss. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment as directed the eruption cleared with no further signs of eczema. May 12 1914
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Daroley
Ipuerst
Philip Reach
British Board of Trade to Display UK Goods Against German Austrian Imports
The Board of Trade in London plans a British goods display at the Royal Agricultural Hall from May 10 to 21, 1915. Exhibitors must be manufacturers of their own goods with invitations for bona fide buyers, aiming to mirror continental trade fairs and attract overseas orders.
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His Majesty's Board of Trade
London
England
Germany
Austria
His Majesty
Board of Trade
United Kingdom
Leipzig
His Majesty’s Board of Trade
China
Briish
Royal Agricultural Hall
British Industries
Cheapside
Majesty's Board of Trade
Beaver Hall Square
Value of screenings feeding test with sheep
North Dakota Agricultural College students Amos Ewen and Ephraim Westlied conducted a feeding experiment with three sheep to compare oats and bran, pigeon grass seed, and screenings. The screenings group showed higher gains than oats and bran, proving screenings add value in sheep feed.
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Noalue
Amos Ewen
Ephraim Westlied
North Dakota Agricultural College
Man's boastful ego amid woes uncertain
A brief, fragmented line reflects a man claiming constant self centered pride, arguing he never experiences woe. The excerpt hints at an internal conflict between ego and hardship, with no clear events or identifiable persons or places.
Straits Must Be Russian Says Article in Viedomosti
A signed piece by Prince Eugene Truketsky in Russky Viedomosti argues the Dardanelles and Straits should belong to Russia. It asserts only a Russian majority via force can guarantee free passage for global mercantile ships and satisfy Russia’s vital interests.
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The
Russky Viedomosti
Eugene Truketsky
Constantinople
Russia
Straits
Belgium
Bulgaria
Black Sea Ecoastiina
Germany
Dardanelles
France
England
Turkey
Sea of
Marmara
Black Sea
High Seas
Edward Grey
Dodd's Kidney Pills Backed by Nova Scotia Readers
A Nova Scotia reader features Mrs. Alex E. Nitchey praising Dodd's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney trouble. The letter asserts the pills are a standard remedy, reducing risk of Bright's Disease, Diabetes, Dropsy and Rheumatism and improving overall health through restored kidney function.
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Spry Harbor
Halifax Co
Alex E. Nitchey
Nova Scotia
Dol
Bose
Bright
Dodd
Ottawa urged on better land use for Canada’s sake
The Department of Agriculture at Ottawa urges farmers to boost Canadian yields by using pure seed and thorough soil care. It cites potential gains from improved farming methods, with a projected $150,000,000 yearly value increase, and offers free Bulletins and a catalogue for seeds and soil practices upon request.
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Department of Agriculture
Ottawa
Canada
Dominion
Great Britain
For Love of the Work Russia's women join medical service
A London Russian attache notes that many Russian educated women are focused on serving the wounded. He says urban women study medicine and nursing less as towns grow and roads limit access, yet country girls on estates often provide care when doctors are scarce.
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Russia
London
Stop the Cough With Dr Thomas Electric Oil
Coughing results from irritation in the respiratory passages due to inflammation of the mucous membrane. Treatment with Dr Thomas Electric Oil will allay inflammation and help the cough cease. Try it and you will use no other preparation for a cold.
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Thomas
War talk sparks quip on Germany sauce age
Two men discuss the era of the war, with one calling it the German sauce age and the other acknowledging the heavy toll and notable commentary of the time.
McTavish bids soldier farewell before front line return
In dialect speech a character named McTavish assures a convalescent soldier he will recover from a bullet wound and plans to bring everyone together when he returns to the front, expressing certainty and camaraderie.
Grand Trunk Pacific to Fuel Locomotives with Oil
The Grand Trunk Pacific railway will install crude oil as locomotive fuel on passenger engines between Prince Rupert B C and Jasper Alberta a 718 mile route. Completion is expected by June with no current plan to convert freight engines from coal.
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Grand Trunk Pacific Railway
Prince Rupert
B.C
Jasper
Alta
Lawsuit Stereotypes and Medical Oops Billing Prank
A citizen seeks damages from Dr. Blank after a surgical tool allegedly retained post operation. The attorney suggests an exposure deflecting tactic by sending a storage bill instead of suing. The dialogue highlights humorous misapplication of legal remedies.
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Dr. Blank
Grape-Nuts credited with husband’s recovery in family diet
A Canadian family reports severe stomach trouble and poor appetite. After starting Grape-Nuts, the husband’s health improved, he maintained regular work, and the question Have you any Grape-Nuts? became a daily routine for two years.
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Nam
Canadian Postum Co
Windsor
Wellville
What is an Internal Bath and Its Health Benefits
An old self help piece extols the internal bath or hot water enema as the key to health. It argues constipation and auto intoxication are preventable through regular internal bathing, claiming it boosts vitality and longevity for men and women alike. It promotes a booklet by Dr. Charles A Tyrell and offers free copies by mail in Toronto.
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Chas. A. Tyrell
J.B L. Cascade
Dr. Tyrell
Spy in Uniform Fooled Ambush Guards in Flanders
A corporal in charge of a ration cart tells how he captured a German spy dressed as a Duke of Wellington officer. The improvised trap, mistaken identity, and subsequent arrest by a major of the Gunners illustrate the era’s espionage dangers and wartime vigilance.
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Flanders
Duke of Wellington
Red Cross
Duke of Wellington’s
Arms of windmills and church clocks mark troop movements
The article notes devices like flashing lights and chimney smoke used to signal troop movements. It highlights that often the offenders are residents in their own homes, believed by neighbors to be loyal.
Asthma Remedy Gives New Hope to Women
Women suffer asthma across climates and conditions, but Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy is advertised to provide relief. Testimonials claim substantial benefit to many women, noting the remedy's widespread impact and unsolicited endorsements.
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Haverstock
J. D. Kellogg
Quip About Nagging Husbands During Chores
A lighthearted exchange between two wives jokes about husbands nagging during chores. One wife hopes her friend never nags, the other quips that when irritated a husband makes a better job of beating the rugs.
Sidelong Romance Sparks Betrothal Talk
Betty cherishes Bess-Jack as a favored suitor and jokes about devotion. The dialogue hints at romantic teasing and a wish for exclusive attention between betrothed feelings.
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E.W. Gillett Company Limited
Winnipeg
Toronto
Montreal
Minard
Endeavo
Prince Truketskey
Dodd’s
McTavish
Grand Trunk Pacific
R. W. Beal
Iowa
Bess
Jack
Betty
Carter
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