World Happenings Briefly Told
Sir James Craig to resign as premier of the United Government denied. Revenues show £6 8 to bar gold. £1 466 000 from Holland and £411 346 from South Africa. May railway accidents in Canada total 115 with 37 deaths and 233 injured. No passengers killed. three hundred thousand people left homeless by eastern and western Galicia foods. Loss of control over plane near Curtis field Mineola New York fatally injures Leroy Disbrow 23. Paderewski receives Knight Grand Cross from King George at Buckingham Palace. Soviet Polish border tensions trigger protest from Russian minister Wolkoff. Sir Robert Whigman appointed to Royal Warwickshire regiment throne.
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Cleo
Holland
South Africa
Treasury Department
McMillan Northern Expedition Aims Arctic Radio Voice
Broadcast plans by Eugene F. McDonald Jr and the McMillan navy expedition seek to transmit a voice from near the North Pole. The project aims to create an Eskimo language program and describe expedition sights, leveraging improved low wavelength equipment after limited prior Arctic radio tests.
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McMillan
Arctic
McMillan Navy
North Pole
Eugene F. McDonald, Jr
Defence Estimates Pass House of Commons in Committee
Defence estimates totaling 12 million dollars passed in committee of the House of Commons. The chief opposition arose during the cadet services vote. Permanent force 4.8 million. non permanent active militia 1.61 million. air services 1.88055 million. Imperial war graves commission 475 thousand and war claims 425 thousand. An amendment to reduce artillery services 106 thousand was defeated in division led by Robert Forke.
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Department of Naional Defence
House of Commons
Imperial War Graves
Robert Forke
Ohio forms Livestock Loss Prevention Association
Farmers feeders and shippers in Ohio create a Livestock Loss Prevention Association to cut losses from stock injury in transit. Officials say at least half of losses are preventable and responsibility is shared between producers and railways. Bruising from rough handling in transit is a major issue.
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Trangsit
Ohio
Reading
Bees as Constables Stir Protsia Village Skirmish
In Protsia a crowd warred with zealot patrons as a mask wearing Sendiord released a beehive. The vengeful insects swarmed swiftly and forced all combatants to flee the battlefield within a single minute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Protsia
Canadian Ambassador to United States Pending Official Testimony
Lieut Col. L. Amery says in the House of Dominions that he has seen press reports on appointing a Canadian ambassador to the United States but that the British Government has not yet received any official communication from Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. ©. Amery
Dominions
House of Dominions
United States
Zebras Arriving in England for Large-Scale Rearing
An effort underway to raise many zebras in Scotland and England. Twenty three of the animals recently arrived in England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maade
Scotland
England
Possible Japan Russia War Seen Within a Decade
Count Michimura Soyejima a Japanese publisher and House of Peers member says war with Russia is likely within ten years, not with America. He notes Soviet propaganda in Asia, praises Japan’s family system, calls for China joint control and cooperation among Japan America and Britain in China.
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Michimura Soyejima
House of Peers
United States
University of Chicago
Japan
America
Hesela
Manchuria
Kie
Pacific
Count Soyejima
Russia
Janfm
Korea
China
Nippon
England
Prince May Visit West This Fall H R H Accepts Invitation
A Nipigon Ontario sportsman reports that the Prince of Wales plans to visit Canada next autumn and join a moose hunt. He would also call at Nipigon on his ranch visit, responding to an invitation from Neil McDougall, Nipigon’s CN railway sports representative. The prince’s reply jokes about not being forced to marry him off and recalls past trout lessons on Nipigon River.
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H.R.H
Nipigon
Prince of Wales
Canada
Neil McDougall
Ontario
Canadian National Railways
McDougall
Prince of Walesa
Haig presides bi annual British Empire Service League in Ottawa
Delegates from Great Britain Irish Free State Northern Ireland Australia New Zealand India South Africa Burma Rhodesia Malaya Newfoundland attend the bi annual conference in Ottawa. Field Marshal Earl Haig leads the proceedings as president while the American Legion is represented by Commander Drain.
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British Empire Service League
Ottawa
Great Britain
Irish Free State
Northern Ireland
Australia
New Zealand
India
South Africa
Burma
Rhodesia
Malaya
Newfoundland
Earl Haig
American Legion
Drain
Legion
Smallest model yacht born of wartime memory
At the Temple of the Brave in Hedge End England a memorial to yachttmen killed in the Great War holds the world smallest model yacht. It weighs three grains and is as long as a man's thumb.
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Hedge End
England
Kingston Standard Notes Curious Use of Word Coolth
The Kingston Standard observes the rare use of the word coolth in a headline noting its expressiveness and brevity akin to warmth. The editorial reflects on language quirks and historic word choices in print.
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Kingston
Witty Exchange on Insurance Provisions
A humorous dialogue shows an Insurance Agent asking a man about retirement plans for heirs. The reply jokes that he left a dog at the door and instructed a servant to say he is out of town.
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Haruppe
Peanut seeds sown by missionary bloom into China grain
Four quarts of peanuts shipped to China 35 years ago by a missionary are described as the ancestors of today’s Chinese peanut crop, which now exceeds the American production.
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China
First stockings likely made by Normandy locksmith
A Border Cities Star note claims a Normandy locksmith produced the first stockings, probably using the lock stitch style. The terse report links the innovation to early textile methods and local craft.
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Normandy
Border Cities Star
Tiny telescope with big magnification unveiled
A five inch long telescope has been invented that magnifies four and a half times, offering compact power for distant viewing and practical portability for field use.
Viewpoints Youth How Fast Will She Go
A brief inquiry into performance and safety asks how fast she can travel and how reliable the brakes are. It notes curiosity about speed potential and stopping capability while highlighting concerns for young riders.
Calgary Parade Bridges Past and Present in Jubilant Pageant
Historical parade in Calgary drew thousands for a two hour spectacle marking the RNWMP arrival. A King Charles float, Indians, and mounted police linked eras while a 36 horse Percheron team pulled a long train of beat tanks. Great War Veterans and redskins with war paint recalled battles and memory.
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Calgary
RNWMP
Charles
Company of Gentlemen Adventurers of England
Hudson's Bay
Redskins
Britain asks Allies to pay debts amid US claims on Europe
A London dispatch notes Britain seeks immediate repayment from Allies, stating sixty million pounds would be gladly received. It says Washington is driving the urgency, while Britain asserts it has no right to dictate US terms but pushes allied debt negotiations to proceed in tandem with London.
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Great Britain
Europe
London
Washington
United States
America
England
Medical Supplies For Deep Sea Fishermen
A 95 ton yacht named Strathcona IL sails from Southampton to St Johns Newfoundland carrying medical supplies for deep sea fishermen along 666 miles of coast. Captain A R T Kirby wounded at Zeebrugge reports Dr W T Grenfell assumes medical chief duties aboard at St Johns. The mission plans medical stations surveys and two year stay to aid creeks navigation and northwest river survey.
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Labrador
Strathcona IL
Southampton
Queenson
St. Johns
Newfoundland
A. R. T. Kirby
Zeebrugge
W. T. Grenfell
Royal National Mission
Canadian Exhibit to Represent Dominion at New Zealand Fair
The Dominion of Canada will be well represented at the New Zealand and South Seas exhibition opening in Dunedin next November and running to April 1926. Plans by the Canadian Government, the Canadian Manufacturers' Association and independent exhibitors aim to make the Canadian section fully representative. The Manufacturers' Association has secured 16 display spaces and many Canadian business leaders will visit during the exhibition. Canada has the largest building section and prime location, invited by the New Zealand Government.
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Dominion of Canada
New Zealand
Bequeathes Heart to Birthplace in Montigny le Rei
CMuille Flammarion a noted astronomer bequeathed his heart to Montigny Le Rei his birthplace. The will was announced by the mayor who said the heart would be placed in an urn in the city hall.
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Cmuille Flammarion
Montigny-Le-Rei
Pianist Sets Remarkable Speed Record With One Hand
A pianist plays a brilliant number and touches as high as 1 060 ke rs in a minute with one hand, showcasing astonishing dexterity and speed.
Quarrel Sparks Fatal Jokes Between Couple
Simkins and his young wife argued soon after their wedding. In the moment of distress they exchanged fatalistic remarks about death. The exchange ends with a grim line as the year unfolds.
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Simkins
Treaty With West Indies Opens Canadian Trade Flows
The agreement is hailed as a major imperial achievement boosting Canadian influence in Caribbean markets. It imposes 50 to 75 percent preferences benefiting Canadian ports and shipping while island products gain access at a 50 percent level, likely diverting Caribbean trade from U S ports to Canada.
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Tate
Canada
West Indies
United States
Mariime
Royal Endorsement Makes Broad Glasses An English Staple
The New York Sun notes that American broad frame eyeglasses win royal favor in England with King George adopting them and Queen Mary using them at Wimbledon. It praises comfort and safety of horn fronts and broad bridges, claiming their practicality and nonirritation for wearers.
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England
George
Mary
Wimbledon
Little
Isle
New York Sun
Rushed Cargoes To Avoid Customs Duties
Aeroplanes and steamers sped from Paris to London in a frantic effort to beat the July 1 McKenna duties. Dutiable cargos including silk, clocks, watches, and even a ton of gold watches arrived at Croydon airfield and the London customs house as Britain staged its largest air race to move goods before the new rates.
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England
London
Croydon
Britain
Paris
Frances
Switzerland
Zurich
Education and Ability in Learning
Education does not produce mind but works on the mind. It cannot stuff knowledge into an unwilling learner. Education has limits and is conditioned by the material it acts upon, resisting the notion of a magic transformation.
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Cape Argus
Wet Paint Notice Questioned by Curious Minds
A witty reflection contrasts belief in vast star counts with the urge to test a simple painted sign. The quip notes people may doubt big astronomical figures yet insist on verifying a small warning by touching the paint.
Milliner Promotes Stylish Hats For the Perfect Fit
An advertisement-style note extols a milliner’s hats that flatter a woman’s head. It claims charm comes from wearing the right headpiece and highlights the model’s current hat as the example of stylish appeal.
Scholarships Awarded for 1925 26 Academic Year
The council grants three fellowships worth 1200 dollars each to Miss D. Chataway Manitoba University B McClay Toronto University A John Russell NeGill University and awards nineteen studentships at 1060 dollars and 27 bursaries at 759 dollars to other graduates. Western awardees include N. P. D. Clare W. M. Martin J. Wilhelm L. L. Bolton C. G. McLachlan and C. Silvertz Manitoba Alberta Saskatchewan British Columbia.
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Wacesenter
Miss . D. Chataway
Manitoba University
A B. McClay
Toronto University
A. John Russell
NeGill University
Equanada
N. P D. Clare
W. M. Martin
Alberta University
J. ©. Wilhelm
Saskatchewan University
L. L. Bolton
C.G. McLachlan
C. Silvertz
British Columbia University
H. J. Fraser
P. A. Macdonald
W. F. Riddell
Manitoba
N. J. Atkinson
J. H.mcleod
L. E. Paynter
W. Rowles
Saskatchewan
L. V. Boli
W. Jones
Alberta
A. F. Gill
W. E. Graham
W. W. Simpson
British Columbia
Western Canada Livestock Group Forms Under CST A
A new organization of animal husbandry men in western Canada aligns with the Canadian Society of Technical Agriculturists to coordinate experimental work. A provisional executive will lead, with plans for a provincial eastern society under CST A and a first annual meeting in Winnipeg during Christians.
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Western Canada
Canadian Society of Technical Agriculturists
C.S.T A
Winnipeg
Western Agronomists
Dominion Experimental Farm
Prairies
C. M. Leamouth
Saskatchewan
G. I H. Hutton
C.P.R. Agricultural Department
N. J. Tinksee
Manitoba
W. H. Gibson
F. Hi. Reed
Lacombe
P. Sackville
University of Alberta
London’s massive new waterworks nears completion
Work continues on one of the world’s largest water systems sixteen miles from London. The reservoir spans 723 acres with a capacity of 6.75 billion gallons drawn from the Thames. Water flows through massive intake channels valves and pipes to supplies for millions.
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London
Want Lord Byng To Remain Lord Byng
The Toronto Star reports that Lord Byng would not accept a second appointment as governor general unless in exceptional circumstances. His suitability for the post is itself regarded as such, and the piece hints at possible behind the scenes actions if an exceptional circumstance is found.
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Lord Byng
Flanders
Toronto Star
Paris Snu Declines to Recognize Soviet Ambassador Krassin
Paris Snu refuses to recognize Ambassador and Mme Krassin of Soviet Russia. Mme Krassin recently attempted a tea service but none of the invited guests attended.
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Paris Society Till
Mme. Krassin
Soviet Russia
Crossword Puzzle Clue Grid Scrambled Across Entries
A jumbled crossword puzzle list features numerous across and down clues with varied word lengths and numbers. The garbled grid includes hints for sun dye equipped with auricles torment cleaning implement bacteria habitually emulates and more across multiple row and column positions.
Dinner in London Brings North and South Irish Leaders Together
Prominent Irishmen from both sides of the island gathered at the Irish Club in London for a cordial dinner. Attendees included Timothy Healy and the Duke of York, with Sir James Craig and William T. Cosgrave absent due to bereavement and other duties. Healy praised King George’s role in the Irish settlement and the Duke of York joked about T. P. O Connors.
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North
South Ireland
Irish Club
London
James Craig
William T. Cosgrave
Free State
Ireland
Healy
King George
South
Up In the Air Aerial Cities Foreseen by Kiesler
Frederick Kiesler, a young Vieyonese architect directing Austria's section in Paris, predicts future cities built on elevated platforms supported by steel girders. Homes would float hundreds of feet above ground with rapid elevators linking houses to ground level, making distance obsolete.
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Frederick Kiesler
Paris
Manitoba Paper Mill to Rise on Winnipeg River Fort Alexander
A 200 ton paper mill costing 4 500 900 will employ 500 men yearly and 1 266 during the lumbering season. The Spanish River Pulp and Paper Company with J. D. McArthur interests of Winnipeg will build the plant at Fort Alexander at the mouth of the Winnipeg River near Victoria Beach. Construction starts immediately.
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Fort Alexander
Man
Spanish River Pulp and Paper Company
J. D. McArthur
Winnipeg
Winnipeg River
Victoria Beach
Canadian National Railways
Lake Winnipeg
Cornerstone Laying at Concordia College Edmonton
The cornerstone of Concordia College a $250000 Lutheran institution in Edmonton was laid on July 5 Pastor Frederick Brand of St Louis Missouri conducted the service and Rev A J Mueller of Calgary laid the stone.
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Concordia College
Edmonton
Frederick Brand
St. Louis
A. J. Mueller
Calgary
Sap Rises in Spring Poem Spurs Absurdist Heights
A spring verse explores rising sap and a poet’s ascent into absurd heights. The playful piece blends nature imagery with surreal humor, focusing on spring renewal and creative stretch.
Remodeling BC Education System Calls for Wide Reforms
Dr J S Putnam and Dr G M Weir urge sweeping changes to British Columbia schools. They propose reforming financing through revised taxation, revamping courses, creating an intermediate school to guide vocational paths, delaying religious instruction until churches agree on Bible passages, revising normal curricula, staffing with an educational psychologist, and maintaining school board governance separate from city councils.
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British Columbia
J.S. Putnam
G. M. Weir
Tar Sands Paving Machine Promises Alberta Roads Boost
Thos. Draper of McMurray Asphalttum and Oil Limited Waterways Alberta introduces a dual use machine that can pave streets with tar sands and extract oil from the sands. Tested at Petrolia the device reportedly performed to expectations and could enable large scale tar sand use for road surfaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Thos. Draper
McMurray Asphalttum and Oil Limited
Waterways
Alte
Draper
Wade
Petrolia
Light Fails Church Prompting Prayer for Electric Company
A Boston Transcript account describes a church service where after the minister quotes a verse from Job the lights go out. He then calls for a few minutes of silent prayer for the electric lighting company, noting the abrupt fulfillment of prophecy and the ensuing darkness.
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Electric Lighting Company
Boston Transcript
Leaping Silo Gaffe Echoes From Pisa Visit
An elderly couple from Raspberry Acres, long married for 50 years, toured Europe ending at Pisa. The husband quips about the leaning tower of Pisa while recalling a local joke about a silo construction.
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Guiletson
Europe
Pisa
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