Submarine Campaign An Admitted Failure
Captain Persius of the Berliner Tage argues the submarine war has failed to deliver expected results by mid August. He notes delays in building U boats, growing British defense measures, and the difficulty of placing submarines into action as the war shifts from early gains to modest impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
von Tirpitz
Persius
Berliner Tage
Persins
England
Reuter Bureau
United Kingdom
Trade Department urges Canadian firms to avoid enemy channels
The Department of Trade and Commerce urged Canadian firms to conduct business with Uruguay only through British or neutral firms, not via German sources. It warned of hides from Uruguay moving to U S ports for transshipment to Canada through German firms, and of Germans using Dutch firms to supply goods from enemy countries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Trade and Commerce
Uruguay
United States
Canada
Urguay
No half measures with Kellogg's Asthma Remedy
An advertisement-style claim asserts Kellogg's Asthma Remedy rapidly conquers asthma by working directly in the breathing passages. It urges readers to keep the remedy on hand for immediate use and strong relief.
Circumstantial Evidence Debate Ends With Uncle Rastag's Take
Migs Miranda Brown and Angelina Johnson argued over the meaning of circumstantial evidence when Uncle Rastag appeared. He declared in his dialect that circumstantial evidence are the “fedders dat yo' beaves lyin' 'round,” offering a humorous, folksy interpretation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Migs Miranda Brown
Angelina Johnson
Uncle Rastag
Arctic explorer loses hands in Russian ice expedition
Norwegian naturalist Johann Koren, who left Seattle in June 1914 aboard the 60 foot power schooner Eagle to collect Arctic specimens for the Smithsonian, suffered the loss of both hands by freezing last midwinter. The Lig expedition was fast in the ice on the Kolyma River, Siberia. News reached Nome, Alaska, recently aboard the walrus hunting steamer Corwin.
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Johann Koren
Seattle
Eagle
Arctic
Smithsonian Institution
Kolyma River
Siteria
Nome
Alaska
Corwin
Suffragette Declines Suit Then Sets Condition
A brief dialogue shows a suffragette denying a marriage proposal with a firm retort. She states she can never be his wife while active in the suffrage movement, but offers potential union only if he accepts her cause and timeline. The exchange captures early gender rights tensions in a concise, period voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob
Woman credits Lydia E Pinkham remedy to avoid surgery
Mrs Frank Emsley of 903 Columbia Avenue Edmonton Alberta recounts severe female troubles including organic inflammation. She was bedbound and facing possible operation but improved after three bottles of Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills. She recommends the products to other women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmonton
Alberta
Dan
Lydia E. Pinkham
Frank Emsley
Columbia Avenue
Beatrice Woman Credits Lydia E Pinkham Remedy
Beatrice Nebraska woman Mrs RB Cun recounts severe left side pain after her marriage she refused surgery and used Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She reports improved health and now has two children.
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Beatrice
Neb
Lydia E. Pinkham
First Introduction of Tractar jianism in Scotland
Dean Ram says reminiscences recount an Episcopal church where High Church nobles funded a full choir service. A Presbyterian servant, brought by cartage to hear the new service, called it very bonny yet lamented it as an awful way to spend the Sabbath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland
Dean Ramsay
Cartage
Rheumatism Cure Story From Calgary Woman
A Calgary woman details severe rheumatism relief after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She suffered crippling pain, crutches, and costly baths before reporting a complete cure in three months. The advertisement urges others with rheumatism or blood weakness to try the pills, sold nationwide by The Dr Williams Medicine Co.
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Frank Ford
Calgary
Alta
Banff Springs
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brookville
Ont
Customs Receipts for August 1915 Appear Satisfactory
Customs receipts for August 1915 totaled 8,330,604.04 dollars, slightly below August 1914 due to prior ex warehouse activity. For five months of the fiscal year, all departments show 36,731,165.01 dollars, versus 37,125,639.92 dollars in the prior year, according to customs officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Customs Department
Germany Credibly Breaks Treaties, Ottawa Free Press Warns
The Ottawa Free Press denounces Germany for breaking solemn treaties and argues the German government cannot be trusted. It calls on the neutral world to recognize Germany as dishonest and criminal and to prepare to defend itself by force.
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Germany
Ottawa Free Press
Water shortage in Canada stresses protecting forest watersheds
Across Canada, drought conditions strain lakes and rivers this year, underscoring the need to safeguard forest cover in watershed areas to maintain water resources and prevent further shortages.
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Canada
Corn Cure Claims No Surgery Needed
A notice states that no surgical operation is required to remove corns when Holloway's Corn Cure is used. The statement emphasizes a non invasive remedy and names the product as the effective method advertised.
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Holloway
Wireless Operators in Demand as Navy Needs Race Ahead
Marconi operators on Atlantic liners report an 80 percent higher demand from the British navy. When ships reach Liverpool or London an order awaits their transfer to a warship or transport. About 6,250 have joined the service and 1,060 have left merchant work permanently. Operators are rated as warrant officers with gunner, bosun, and carpenter ratings, earning about 50 dollars monthly. Navy service has yielded a Victoria Cross, a Cross of the Legion of Honor, and four Distinguished Conduct Medals. William Gordon Sutherland, senior operator on the White Star Baltic, says he has sailed seven ships since February due to shifting navy requirements.
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Marconi
Atlantic
Liverpool
London
Marcon
William Gordon Sutherland
Baltic
Navy
Canadian Railways Look For Big Grain Year Earnings Rise Expected
After a period of declining returns and sporadic gains, Canada’s three main railways are forecast to post a sharp earnings boost from this year's huge grain harvest. Total grain moved could top 500 million bushels, with earnings between 40 and 50 million dollars and wheat alone contributing about 24 million. The harvest is seen as a key prosperity indicator, influencing the railways and broader commerce. Meanwhile British Columbia and Yukon reports show 21,161 troops raised for military service, with 17,370 enlisting for overseas duty. Already 12,000 have departed BC, and the overseas battalions and training units in the province total 192 officers and 5,178 men. If national enlistment matched population levels, Canada would field roughly 400,000 troops.
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Canadian Railways
B.C
Yukon
British Columbia
Shorncliffe
Canada
Dominion
Minard's Liniment Proves Powerful for a Leg Injury
A St Joseph reader, Jos Dubes, writes from Levis on July 14 1903 praising Minard's Liniment Co Limited for a leg injury. After a May kick by a horse and failed treatments, three bottles cured the condition enabling him to resume traveling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph
Levis
Minard’s Liniment Co., Limited
Centlemen
Minard
JOS. Dubes
Heines portrait of Prussia sparks vintage critique
A political quotation from 1832 by Heine is highlighted, portraying Prussia as a pedantic, hypocritical power. The piece mocks Prussia's eagle symbolism, Branden burg influence, and perceived militaristic vanity, noting Hegel’s later defense of servility. The tonal focus is sharp and critical, reflecting a wary view of Prussian dominance.
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Heine
Germany
Tsm
Prussia
Brandenburg
Ssia
Hegel
Disablement Fund Starts With Luoghheed Lead Donation
The fund under the Military Hospital commission led by Senator Lougheed has a strong start with James Carruthers of Montreal contributing 100000 dollars. Additional generous gifts are expected to be disclosed later.
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Military Hospital Commission
Senator Lougheed
James Carruthers
Montreal
George seeks proposal tip from Kitty in awkward scene
George nervously asks Kitty for marriage and asks how to propose. Kitty replies pragmatically that he should seek approval from her father after they have finished.
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George
Kitty
Papa
Letter in a private square envelope arrives at home
A fragment reports a letter marked private arriving for a person as Mrs. Waite questions the sender, while her husband eyes the scene. The line hints at a confidential message and uncertain sender.
Mushroom remark on ancient pedigree prompts world creation note
A nobleman asks why he is called a mere mushroom. An American friend replies that a Welsh pedigree filled five parchments and, in the middle margin, notes that “About this time the world was created.”
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Wales
A Cure For Fever and Ague by Parmelee’s Pills
Disturbance of the stomach and liver precedes fever and ague, signaling digestive derangement and blood impairment. Parmelee's Vegetable Pills are claimed to abate fever and giddiness within a few days, offering relief for those prone to these distressing disturbances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parmelee
Seven Year Old Questions Uncle Edward Dinner Visit
A mother reassures her child about Uncle Edward coming for dinner despite the boy’s doubt. The child, seven, asks if he will arrive, showing cautious hope and family routine around meals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Edward
The Optimist and Pessimist Joke
A quip contrasts the optimist who asks for cream with the pessimist who wonders about milk in the jug. It humorously highlights differing attitudes through a simple beverage exchange.
Fighting for the Right in a United War Effort
A London Times editorial urges unity in war, stating the nation fights for justice, defense, and peace. It emphasizes shared purpose across parties, with Dominion support, and vows victory, liberty, and lasting peace for all mankind as the ultimate goal.
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Australia
London Times
Minard's Liniment Cures Dandruff and Language Note
The piece notes Minard's Liniment as a dandruff cure and explains the origin of the French soldier term Boche from tete de boche meaning a thick head. It maps language usage to wartime slang and common expressions.
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Asia
Oy. Dutc
H Cleanser
W. WN. U
Mooney
Mooney’s Perfection Soda Biscuits
Winnipeg
Remington
UMC
Remington Arms- Union Metallic Cartridge Co
Imperial and Colonial
Windsor, Ont
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