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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 04, 1916
Page
2
The Vancouver Sun reports a Conservative Cabinet gathering in Kamloops faced interference amid ongoing election suspense. The piece criticizes Premier Bowser for the location and notes plans to create a new Minister of Munitions led by R. B. Bennett, with conservatives praising his suitability.
The Peace Prohibition and Petticoat parties unite to back a presidential candidate this fall. Oren Henry Ford is named as a possible leader, while President Wilson tours for preparedness to rally American support.
A Western Canadian voice laments East West inequities in defense and immigration amid wartime strain. It cites a Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce resolution pressuring Congress for Pacific defense, warns of Panama Canal vulnerability, and calls for a standing army. The piece ends with a wry Roosevelt anecdote about U S military boasting.
The writer critiques military leadership and accountability, arguing blunders stem from decisions under pressure rather than incompetence. He contrasts German and Russian generals, praises perseverance of a small force, and condemns cheating in sport as a reflection of character. He condemns the Yankee stereotype while praising fair play across nations.
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