Liberal Unity and War Policy in Canada
In a Liberal era piece the author argues for unity among Liberals across factions while backing continued wartime effort against autocracy. The piece criticizes Canada’s domestic record, supports the Union Government, and dismisses a referendum on the Military Service Act as folly amid Quebec’s opposition. It emphasizes loyalty to democracy, sacrifice by Canadians, and the need to defeat military despotism.
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France
Flanders
Five Central Nations
Canada
Germany
T Kis
Sir Robert Borden
Union
Quebec
Bourassa
Wilrid Lacrer
Amy
Laurier
Gourlay
United States
Reeve Scott Re-Elected In Battle River Election
Battle River municipality voters reelect Reeve J. H. Scott over A. J. Prongua. Totals show Scott 110 to Prongua 55 with district results. Wilbur Ennis defeats L. McDougald 21 to 20. H. Caplette wins over T. Bugg 33 to 22 in division 6.
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Battle River
J. H. Scott
A. J. Prongua
Indiv
Wilbur Ennis
L. McDougald
H. Caplette
T. Bugg
Canada War Referendum Debate and Quebec Sentiment
The piece argues Germany and Canada must use referendums or armistices, criticizing democratic morality in wartime. It questions Sir Wilfrid Laurier's stance, notes Quebec's war fatigue and nationalist views, and critiques profiteers behind the Union Government while urging elector discernment.
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Canada
Germany
Wilfrid Laurier
Wilfrid
Quebec
England
Gourlay
Laurier
United States
Demstreste
Meeting for Laurier Backed by W.G.A. Gourlay Fails
Local supporters attended a Laurier rally but key speakers were absent due to a southbound GTP train delay. Edmonton representative Williamson spoke to defend the cause while criticizing the Borden government and urged Canada to maximize food production for the Allies ahead of the upcoming Allied Conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilfrid Laurier
W.G.A. Gourlay
Craig
Williamson
Edmonton
Borden
Manitoba
Canada
Letter to the Editor on Laurier Liberal candidate Gourley
A Saturday night meeting for electors to hear support for Laurier Liberal candidate W G A Gourley is announced. The letter notes last Tuesday's Union Government discussion by Prof Osborn Laurie and Drew, expresses desire for speaking by Rev Donald Munro and the candidate, and mentions friendship with Professor Osborn.
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Laurier
W. G. A Gourley
Osborn
Laurie
Drew
Donald Munro
Sydney
Simpson
District Grain Growers Hold South Convention at North Battleford
The 5th annual convention of district No. 11 Grain Growers association met November 4 and 5 in North Battleford. About 65 delegates attended from 75 local associations with visitors. C. C. Davis chaired and was re elected district director for 1918. Speakers from government and industry, including Rayner and Worts, spoke on action and storage of farm products. The event showcased strong business activity and support for women and children in Saskatchewan.
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Saskatchewan
Rayner
Worts
Dept. of Agri
Iare
C.C. Davis
Pork production leaders travel to Saskatoon meeting
Reeve Scott Councillor Larson and F B Bradley left for Saskatoon this morning to attend a meeting in the interest of greater pork production.
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Reeve Scott
Larson
F. 8
Bradley
Saskatoon
Brilliant Address at Battleford Unionism Meeting by Prof. Osborne
A large Battleford town hall audience heard Prof. Osborne of Manitoba University deliver the evening’s keynote on Unionism. Mayor-elect E. W. Drew and ex-Mayor Laurie spoke on wartime unity, conscription, and Liberals’ future policies, while critic W. B. Jones argued Laurier risks and English Liberal support. The gathering framed Unionism as national unity in wartime.
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Osborne
Manitoba University
Battleford
F.G. Atkinson
E. W. Drew
Drew
Dominion
Canada
Laurie
Laurier
Borden
Sorenacemann Aero
Bob Rogers
France
England
Britain
America
Barristers and Solicitors Battleford Agreements of Sale
Ontario based litigation notes show Battleford Saskatchewan dealings with agreements of sale and mortgages involving barristers and solicitors. The record indicates transfers of property and related lending terms.
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Earle & Sparling Bristers & Solicitors
Battleford, Lesh
AR. Earle, L.lb
K.C. H
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