No Conscription in Canada Promotes Settlement Schemes
An advertisement from the Dominion Government reassures that Canada will not enact conscription. It highlights Western Canada lands for sale, with 160 acre homesteads, low entry fees, and easy terms from rail companies. It cites strong crop yields in 1915 and notes war taxes on land are denied.
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Department of Agriculture
Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canadian Pacific
Northern Railways
Canadian West
United States
Dominion
Robert Borden
Dr. Roche
Bohemian hop crop estimated at 11 million pounds
The 1915 Bohemian hop crop is estimated at 11 million pounds, a 60 percent drop from the 1914 level. The decline reflects reduced yields and market volatility impacting growers and processing firms in the region.
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Bohemian
Off Cold and Overdue Boos Set Heights to Nina
Fragmentary OCR notes show names and places garbled with phrases like Colde Goige Nina. The readable bits suggest a local item or event involving persons and a location, but key details are unclear.
Affection Weathered by Rigor Not Indifference
A quotation attributed to Scott notes affection endures severe trials of rigor but cannot survive a cold indifference that stifles warmth and care. The line reflects emotional resilience and the impact of neglect on relationships.
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Scott
Claims One Cylinder Performs Work of Four Old Style
A compact device claim states one cylinder does the work of four older designs with under a dozen components in total. The claim highlights simplicity and efficiency for the machine.
State event schedule lists multiple Lincoln and Omaha meetings
Readable items show a series of events across Nebraska including a state bowling tournament in Lincoln from April 3 to 8 Pure Food Week activities April 3 to 8 a State T P A Convention in Alliance April 21 22 a State Primary on April 18 a Savannah to Seattle Highway Convention in Omaha April 24 25 an Election Annual Encampment of the Nebraska G A R in Lexington May 16 to 18 and a Convention of State Association of Commercial Clubs in Omaha May 24 25.
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Lincoln
Alliance
Savannah
Seattle
Omaha
Lexington
State Association of Commercial Clubs
Inventor George Speirs Develops Multifold Gasoline Engine
George Speirs Jr of Ulysses claims a new gasoline engine that doubles engine efficiency with one cylinder performing the work of four and a single unit replacing many parts. The double acting design uses explosion on both piston movements, requires no gears, and includes automatic oiling. The two cylinder model allegedly equals an eight cylinder old style engine in power and can be horizontal or vertical. It combines carburetion, oiling, and propulsion in one invention.
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Ulysses
George Speirs, Jr
Patent Office
Speirs
California Syrup of Figs Advertises Child Laxative
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a harmless remedy that cleanses a child’s stomach liver and bowels. It claims a teaspoonful relieves constipation within hours and promotes a well child, urging mothers to buy a 50 cent bottle with full directions for all ages.
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California
Allen's Foot-Ease advertisement claims quick foot relief
The antiseptic powder relieves painful swollen feet and bunions. It can be shaken into shoes or used in foot baths for instant comfort. Described as the greatest comfort discovery of the age, sold everywhere for 25c with a free trial package. Address Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy NY.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Adv
Courtroom Exchange Echoes Legal Theater
In a terse exchange, the plaintiff’s counsel says I rest the case, and the defendant’s reply asserts you ought to, deeming the argument weak. The moment captures a brief, pointed courtroom skit reflecting adversarial posturing.
Fragmented Dialogue on Marriage and Fortune
A brief, readable exchange questions a woman’s union to a dissipated man while contrasting his behavior with his rival fortune. The tone hints at social judgments of wealth and reputation shaping marriage decisions.
Unusual Toledo Dinner Lets Guests Cook Their Own Meals
An odd event in Toledo featured guests preparing their own dishes by electricity. One attendee quips that such a setup would exhaust participants, preventing post dinner speeches.
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Toledo
Gotham
Should Have Sued Woman Falls City Court Ruling
Ida Krueger sued John B. Schroeder over a car accident in Falls City. The jury was directed to verdict for the defendant after evidence showed the wife used the car without proof of permission. The ruling held the plaintiff should have sued Mrs Schroeder instead.
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Falls City
Ida Krueger
John B. Schroeder
Schroeder
Falla City
Mrs. Schroeder
Financiers Still Working In The Stock Ticker Era
The article notes Wall Street financiers remain active year round with no winter or summer retreats. It cites war and bull markets as reasons for staying in New York while families may vacation elsewhere, emphasizing the high stakes of ongoing market activity.
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Financial
Wall Street
Palm Beach
Switzerland
Europe
New York
South
California
New York Times
Violinists to Gather for Sixth Old Fiddlers Contest
Veteran fiddlers from Iowa Kansas Missouri and Nebraska are urged to compete in the sixth annual old fiddlers contest to be held at the YMCA in Omaha on March 27.
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Omaha
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
Young Men's Christian Association
Flood washes out head gate near Hershey in irrigation ditch
A heavy ice gorge swept away the head gate of a irrigation ditch northwest of Hershey causing flooding of surrounding hay and farm land.
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North Platte
Hershey
Slayer of Women Convicted in Electric Chair
William W. Criderman, 18, confessed killer of Mrs. Heelan and Mrs. Layport at the Heelan ranch near here, was found guilty by a jury and sentenced to death in the electric chair. He said he killed the women after a rebuke from Mrs. Heelan for driving a sick horse. Trial sparked intense feeling and threats against Criderman.
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Valentine
William W. Criderman
Blewett Visits Benton School and Stomach Talk
Ben Blewett visited Benton school and spoke to a primary class about physiology focusing on the stomach. He joked about bones in the stomach, then reassured a red haired boy who admitted swallowing his Christmas dollar given by his father.
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Ben Blewett
Benton School
Blewett
Francis
Bandit Threats Mentioned in Colorado Car Ad
An ad for Bill A mail and express auto touts a bandit proof rear cage for valuables in Colorado. A commenter warns that a bandit party with a Zeppelin could steal the car cage and belongings.
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Bill
Colorado
Jill
Massachusetts carpenter builds table with twenty secret drawers
After ten years of experiments a Massachusetts carpenter unveils a small table featuring 20 hidden drawers. The craftsperson spent a decade refining the mechanism and concealed storage, showcasing patient ingenuity and fine woodworking skills.
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Massachusetts
Flat justitia ruat ceiling in San Francisco trial
In a past San Francisco trial an earthquake shook chandeliers and ceiling, prompting jurors witnesses and spectators to move for the door. The judge stayed calm and allowed cross examination to resume, while defense counsel paused after a disputed remark about divine wrath.
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San Francisco
Exercise for a dog prompts lighthearted exchange
Visitor asks about dog exercise. Owner confirms daily dog walks or tramp. Burr responds with a humorous mock.
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Burr
Horse Show Social Declares No Show Worth Recording
A brief note explains that a horse show is a gathering where society displays horses, but the current event has no exhibitor entries or formal competition to report.
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Western Canada
Ulysses Young Man
Alabastine Company
Grandville Road
Grand Rapids, Mich
Apprara
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