German Peace Efforts Futile Until After Complete Victory
A Paris Figaro correspondent reports German leaders reject any peace terms before total victory. Mediator efforts span Washington, The Hague, and Berlin, with proposals ranging from separate peace with France to Russia Galicia and Bosnia returns. The Cologne Zeitung notes England refuses to peace, while Britain France and Russia reaffirm unity to end the war only after a decisive Allied victory.
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Germany
A Fitz Maurice
Paris Figaro
The
Maine
Washington
Hague
France
Russia
Austria
Galicia
Bosnia and
Herzegovina
Serbia
Turkey
Europe
Dardanelles
Pope
Wilson
Engla
Cologne Zeitung
England
Berlin
Great Britain
Perthes
Neuve Chapelle
Made in Canada Subsidizing Privileged Interests at the Cost of the Population
A Montreal Witness letter argues that Made in Canada literature and new tariffs stem from privileged industrial interests. It asserts propaganda costs are borne by the public as duties fall and Britain gains, while patriotism and anti imperial sentiment shape policy.
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United States
Berlin
Neal Dow
Maine
Canada
C. T. Watkins
Great Britain
Montreal
Danish Soil Expert Ravin Visits U.S. for Farm Study
Professor Koeplin Ravin, praised as Europe's leading soil authority, travels to the United States at the invitation of the American Department of Agriculture. He is accompanied by his American wife to continue the Denmark based effort begun by Dr. Maurice F. Egan to introduce Danish farming practices in the United States.
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Koeplin Ravin
Europe
United States
Department of Agriculture
Ravin
America
Maurice F. Egan
Denmark
Edgerton farmer reports cost and profit per acre for two-year plan
James Taylor follows approved scientific methods on ten acres in Edgerton Alberta. First year costs total 40 dollars and 40 dollars again in the second year with 111 dollars. Wheat yield averaged 28 bushels per acre. Acre cost of production 11.98 dollars and acre profit 22.14 dollars.
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James Taylor
Edgerton
Alberta
Agriculture in motion pictures becomes the latest trend
The article notes a growing link between farming and cinema as diverse institutions like churches, schools, businesses, and entertainment venues explore agricultural themes and staged rural life to attract audiences. It emphasizes public interest in agrarian settings and industry adaptations for film.
Knightly deception in trenches sparks wild German French clash
War reporter recounts a mixed-up night near a German trench where two suits of armour stood as dummy officers. French sentries fired at the figures, while two Frenchmen risked their lives to steal the armour and lead a daring assault that repelled the German trench and drew wild laughter from the enemy.
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William Blackford
Geraan
Chevalier
France
Margaret Sings With A Malodorous Voice
Mrs Blunderby quips that Margaret has a malodorous voice attracting amused reactions. The remark showcases playful humor and character dialogue in a domestic scene.
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Margaret
Temperance in England Proposals and Public Opinion
British newspapers publish pleas for cider and low alcohol drinks as war effort debates continue. Exeter College rector urges cautious policy on prohibition, noting Devonshire’s cider habit and potential unrest. Commentators cite Scotland’s past drunkenness and advocate moderate beer and tax relief to support brewers. Windsor Castle serves temperance drinks while Lloyds insurance markets price risks of total prohibition and tax changes.
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Exeter College
Devonshire
The
Times
Scotland
Windsor Castle
George
Lloyds
Farm Labor Demands Higher Skill And Pay
A farmer argues that farm labor is highly skilled though undervalued, requiring knowledge of mechanics and careful maintenance of machinery. He favors paying a conscientious worker $1.50 a day over 75 cents, noting farmers resist higher wages while crops require skilled, efficient labor to reduce overall costs.
Engineer Bevierre Demonstrates Electromagnet Tone Use
The Paris Figaro reports an engineer named Bevierre has used an electro magnet heavily in war work to draw sustained tones from stringed instruments including the piano violin and harp. No further details are provided about the discovery.
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Paris Figaro
Bevierre
Stand by Your Town Promotional Verses
The text promotes local pride and civic effort urging readers to support their town. It encourages building a positive reputation, encouraging local business, and welcoming outsiders with confident, friendly messaging. The verse advises replacing harsh critiques with praise to boost community standing and engagement.
Rest Hospital Near the Lines
British recreation home near the front is housed in an old jute factory near a railroad station. Soldiers arrive exhausted and vermin-ridden and receive meals and rest before returning to regiments or transferring to regular hospitals. Most recover in days then rejoin front line duties.
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France
Recreation Home
Why We Are at War and England’s Stand
London Times editorial argues Germany aims to conquer a world empire and subdue mankind. It asserts Germany’s hostility to England, its motives, and the need to defend home and empire by deploying Britain’s might in France, pledging resources and resolve for victory.
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Germany
Trident
Egypt
India
South Africa
England
France
London Times
Warning Against English as a Parasite of Mankind
The Englishman is not human but a boil on mankind. The writer hopes the day comes when the German sword ends this parasitic growth and restores life and culture to the world from what he calls the robber state.
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Hamburger
Belgium cannot be given up says Kaiser’s special envoy
Dr Bernhard Dernburg letter read in Portland asserts Germany’s aim for open seas and free cables and mail. He says Belgium cannot be abandoned even if other German demands are met for a just peace and notes Germany will help rebuild Belgium. He cautions a permanent peace needs wide German activity without harming others.
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Belgium
Kaiser
Bernhard Dernburg
Germany
Portland
Dernburg
Thas
Europe
Dernbure
Beligium
England
How Germany was Deceived Reproduced by Paris Matin from Berlin Tag
The article lists failed German assumptions about India, the British Empire, Ireland, England, France, and Russia. It notes Indian revolts against Germany, British unity with the mother country, a poor showing in British South Africa, Ireland sending contingents, a strengthened English war effort, and Russia mobilizing millions with enthusiasm. It accuses German leaders of shouldering responsibility for these miscalculations.
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Paris
Matin
Berlin
Eclaireur de Nite
India
Europe
British South Africa
Ireland
Peace
England
Germany
France
Russia
Minneapolis Adopts Elastic Plan of Promotion by Subjects
Minneapolis grade schools unanimously approve promotion by subjects to tailor progress to the pupil. Emphasis remains on English and arithmetic while allowing substitutions to fit individual need, moving toward a more flexible curriculum akin to college elastic systems.
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Minneapolis
Minneapolis Journal
Johnny—What Is an Expert A Pa
A humorous reflection defines an expert as a father who instructs others on tasks he himself cannot perform. The quip frames expertise as practical chatter rather than proven skill.
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Johnny
Keeping Farm Accounts Shows Annual Inventory Practice
A farmer documents assets and debts to gauge net worth and yearly profitability. An example from New York describes starting with $5,568, ending $13,400, with livestock, machinery, and stock increases offset by cash drop and debt reduction, yielding a $562 net gain and $133 cash at year end.
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Iea
Mwer
Cient
Peusrdvie
uuMl
Wulley
Autiilal
snprovVes & Puuding
Iddekes
New York State
Ancient Sumerian Tablets Reveal Early Farming Lore
George A Barton of the University of Pennsylvania Museum reports deciphering Sumerian tablets recording ancient farming. One tablet dated 4006 B.C. details a farmer hiring a necromancer whose rites drove locusts and caterpillars away, in exchange for a tall palm tree.
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George A Barton
University of Pennsylvania Museum
Doctor Barton
Krupp Arms and Influence in War Feeds Global Markets
The New York World argues that Krupp, when peace prevails, furthers war by supplying munitions to many nations except France. It cites a 1900s case where a Krupp employee helped bribe German officers to promote armaments and alleges Krupp agents incited war sentiment in France with money.
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Germany
Krupp’s
France
Krupp
New York World
Wet field days curb work as roads improve for dragging
The notice notes several days this month when fields are too wet for operations and only then are roads in peak condition for dragging work. The statement emphasizes timing and field conditions affecting fieldwork schedules and road usability.
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