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Newspaper
Glenboro Gazette
Location
Glenboro, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 07, 1911
Page
4
Reports from Pekin indicate rising Chinese hostilities and growing international casualties as rebels advance toward Hankow and Nanjing. Foreign missions in Sian Fu and other cities face killings. the U S and European nationals are among the dead or missing while finance and military positions collapse under imperialist pressure.
The Empire Press Union announces a programme to reduce cable rates across the Atlantic by at least half. It calls for cheaper direct news supply within the Empire, urging a move to a state owned cable from Montreal to Australia and demanding freedom from alien controls.
London reports key shifts in naval commands as the Admiral Sir Charles … and other senior officers face appointments, peerages, or declines. Churchill’s pending transfer to the adjutant general’s sphere sparks public interest while vacancies prompt rapid reassignments among captains and admirals.
A report notes a historic move in Canada’s Parliament to ban wines at dinners and social events in the Speaker’s suite under the direction of ministers The measure marks an unprecedented restriction in Ottawa while earlier similar steps were seen in a former Parliament The piece also mentions Wells at Redcliff Alberta and a gas well test in a natural gas belt near Carrer well with speculative expectations of deeper finds and high quality gas.
The annual Post Office Department report notes an expenditure rise and a surplus of 1,152,728.68 dollars. Increases occurred across post offices 427 postal note offices 254 money order offices 185 saving bank offices 15 railway mileage up 76 and total mileage up 2,322,080. Letters and postcards rose by 2,857,000 shipments, over 10 percent.
A Ottawa debate on forming a Sikh regiment at the coast prompts a Hindu delegation from British Columbia to press for equal treatment of Indian workers. They argue Meir countrymen in the east have earned honor and should be asked to join any future force in Canada, urging standard rights for all migrants.
Hog traders who ship stock via Canada petition Toronto society to stop drenching hogs during hot weather. They argue drenching worsens disease risk and harms hog welfare en route.
The boundary between Ontario and Manitoba is unresolved. A formal conference between Premier Hook and the Dominion Government is deemed necessary as digging for a settlement continues.
The report notes G T P stations started this year total 50 with 8 in service at Winnipeg. Most new branches were needed due to growth. 98 stations established 27 under construction and remaining contracts to be finished by spring. Ottawa media notes urge higher standards for foods drinks and drugs and stronger enforcement of manufacturing and sale rules.
The Provincial Fat Stock Association of Alberta says the next Fat Stock Show will be held in Calgary in December and will switch from a spring to a mid winter date because stock are in better condition in December than in April.
Russia delivers an ultimatum to Persia demanding the immediate dismissal of American official W Morgan Shuster as Persia’s treasurer general. If not complied with within the deadline, Russian troops will march on Teheran. Shuster says the contract cancellation rests with the Persian National Council.
Suffragettes disrupt the City Temple meeting where Prime Minister Asquith attempted to speak on settlement work. The crowd chanted for women’s rights as he was interrupted and removed, a suffragette chained to a pillar briefly during the incident. Labor leader James Rameau Mecksnald condemned the scene as an insult to public life.
London reports the Abouki crew has been paid off and the cruiser will be thoroughly overhauled and transferred to Canada next spring. In Parliament Mr Craig questioned the impact on officers sent to Canada and their promotion prospects. Mr Churchill noted imperial service counts in both navies and that details require verification before comment.
The Oil Trust era ends as Standard Oil Company and allied firms are ordered to conduct affairs separately. Beginning March first, the various corporations will manage their own operations and separate their branches from the trust structure.
Southampton man Max Schultz and four associates face espionage charges connected to German ports. The trial, delayed to December 7, follows ten months of detention as investigators press for self incriminating disclosures.
Emeralds dominated Abdul Hamid of Turkey jewel sale with total proceeds of 200000. The top piece was a solid emerald brooch selling for 25000, while a round uncut emerald fetched 17866. Buyers were mainly jewelers' representatives.
The Alberta government plans a new mine rescue station at Blairmore in the Crows Nest Pass district to be in operation by January 1 1913. The project emphasizes safer underground work and rapid response capabilities for local miners.
An entire film of wheat left from farmers unable to thresh was ruined by rats. Nesting in every stook, they gnawed the sheaves and damaged the center ones. Prof. Brodrick of Winnipeg identified the pest as the Norwegian brown rat, more dangerous than the English black rat. The loss could reach $2,000 if the pattern repeats in similar fields.
The Ottawa Evening Journal notes government plans to lessen hardships and dangers faced by the Northwest Mounted Police. It cites Captain Fitzgerald and his force’s deaths last spring and suggests a possible commission to study reforms for bettering current conditions.
Shan, a Chinese government official who visited Lethbridge, is reported in despatches as chosen by the new Chinese government as vice-president of the Board of Agriculture in the new cabinet. He directs the Mukden agricultural experimental station and visited Canada to study agricultural practices. He showed strong interest in the Mounted Police and suggested Chinese policing methods.
German readers show disappointment at Sir Edward Grey's stance on the Anglo French entente and renunciation talks. Lord Lansdowne backs Grey in the Lords as Germany rumors of Haldane's mediating mission circulate, which he denies.
The Sentinel argues for a Canadian navy policy and urges presenting super Dreadnaughts to Britain. It calls for using Canadian materials and workers, imposing export duties on craw misterial and nickel, reestablishing the North Atlantic Squadron with Halifax as headquarters, and seeking imperial support.
Ottawa reports the Dominion Government will not pursue the case to determine owner liability for wreck removal in international waters. The Cleveland barge Joblotte sank in the Detroit river and, when threatened with action, its owners promised to clear the obstruction themselves without litigation.
A Union Jack that flew over Ladysmith during the siege was presented to the sergeants mess of the Royal Grenadiers in Toronto. The flag, first to be lowered before Ladysmith’s relief, was hoisted at 77 Queen Street West to greet the Duke of Connaught, its tattered edges reflecting the battles endured.
Berlin reports welcome the conciliatory British tone and aims to improve Anglo German relations. Officials note the chance to test Britain's claim of not blocking German expansion, with focus on the Bagdad railway project as a potential arena. In London, debates over Egypt, Morocco, and the Anglo German affair underscore the cautious path to friendship amid tension.
In Calgary Alberta Macleod rancher E H Maunsell criticizes Dr Rutherford Dominion livestock commissioner report on western Canada export cattle. Maunsell argues the report is two years out of date and would harm the local cattle industry while noting shipments have largely moved to nearby city centres.
Vancouver reports special immigration commissioner Arthur Hawkes studying Dominion and provincial methods to increase permanent immigration. He plans talks with Premier McBride on land inducements and aims to secure Old Country cooperation for stronger settlement and development in Canada.
Premier McBride and GT.P. General Manager Chamberlin exchanged telegrams praising the steel span across the Great Divide between Alberta and British Columbia. Chamberlin’s Winnipeg note to his wife hails the forthcoming continental artery that will boost Canada's carrying trade and northern development while uniting provinces.
The railway commission will study requiring all railway orders under its jurisdiction to provide at stations a car order book recording details of cars ordered and allotted. It may also consider requiring orders be traded in person by shippers or agents, by mail or telegraph, giving car particulars to the station agent. This follows many shipper complaints of car shortages. a ruling may remedy the matter.
Ottawa reports the United States government seeks an international tribunal to settle outstanding Canada United States disputes including fisheries and boundaries. The 1407 Hague decision recommended a mixed Britain Canada United States representation on claims.
Winnipeg carriers rush Western wheat to reach the lakes before navigation closes. J T Arundel of the PA camps in his private car to speed shipments. Winnipeg yards congestion eases, but Saskatchewan branch cars may miss the opening of spring navigation.
Ottawa issues new rules on Mongolian admissions affecting Vancouver migrants. The act requires full head tax of 599 pounds for those admitted with families, clergymen, or entourage, even if not students. One hundred seventy eight Chinese attend Vancouver School. during November 224 arrived at Vancouver port. No Japanese or Indian arrivals noted.
At the Alberta local improvements association convention a proposal to tax all land for a ball insurance fund was nearly voted down. Backers argued it would curb speculation while foothill ranchers feared paying taxes for others yet receiving nothing if cattle were killed. Delegates endorsed the single tax idea and approved requiring cattle guards at tailware.
The Alder Shot Command raises terra cotta monuments over the grave of Lieutenant Roy Maurice Grokski of Canada who died here during a visit last year. The figures symbolize fortitude and self sacrifice with emblems of Canada and Britain. The inscription honors the bond between England Canada and all Empire soldiers.
Mr Burnham of West Peterforcich gives notice of a resolution to appoint a select committee to inquire into Canada Old Age Pension system with a view to establishing such a system.
The New York Peace Society led by President Andrew Carnegie urged Italy to submit its quarrel with Turkey to the Hague tribunal. The appeal was adopted in a directors meeting presided over by Carnegie.
Army riding-masters receive pay of 230 dollars per day excluding allowances and allowances for other duties.
A devotional summary notes Nehemiah resisting four temptations to leave his great work, despite plots by Sanballat and Tobiah. It highlights his steadfast reliance on God, refusal to meet enemies, and the dangers posed by false prophets and deceitful reports aimed at undermining his leadership and the people's resolve.
Fragmented OCR text notes peasants in a famine area pleading for Last Communion from Peteranuiz The famine affects habitants in several towns and villas with fears of hunger and unrest. Authorities are urged to act amid distress in the province of Orenjie as peasants appeal to the government.
General Congress urged to appropriate funds for experimental use of airplanes in the postal service. Speakers propose an appropriation of at least 25000 and not more than 50606 dollars to support an experimental program overseen by the Postmaster General, with a broad review outlined in a critical report.
John Calbraith, a CP PGISS candidate in West York, proposes a unique remedy to curb liquor. He suggests compelling each drinker to obtain a license, claiming the measure would reduce drinking to a vanishing point.
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