Tragic railway accident claims two young girls
A Great Northern train near the Ket tle river bridge struck two two year olds Norma Van and Nellie Young as it pulled out for Spokane. Norma died on scene from a fractured skull. Nellie survived with severe injuries and later regained consciousness, now improving. Coroner Kingston opened a jury inquiry and the victims were taken to Grand Forks hospital.
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Norma van
Nellie Young
Kettle River Bridge
Great Northern
Spokane
Nellie
Havin
Ebe
Grand Forks Hospital
Kingston
Geo. Clark
D. McCallum
Roy Curran
Geo. Manson
When King Albert Was Crown Prince
The Los Angeles Times profile by John S. McGroarty recounts King Albert as crown prince visiting Butte Montana and Greenwood mining areas. It notes his exploration of gold mines at Ralph Pond and a brief vacation in a city with red cloth coverings.
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Mullins House
Jiny Kegan
Mullins
Belgium
Amile
King Albert
Los Angeles Times
John S. McGroarty
Crown Prince
Ralph Pond
Greenwood
Butte
Montana
Gopher Tail Contest Totals Tallied for Government Prize
The list records boys and tails counted in a recent competition overseen by C. C. Heaven with 407 tails total. Herbie Heaven led with 179 tails, followed by Quentin Quinlivan 166, Walter Anderson 70, Wallace Huffman 23, Arthur Hesse 21, and Nick Ogilofi 18.
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Gopher
C. C. Heaven
Farmers’ Institute
Herbie Heaven
Quentin Quinlivan
Walter Anderson
Wallace Huffman
Arthur Hesse
Nick Ogilofi
Grand Forks Boy Killed in Action
A telegram from France confirms James McDougall of Grand Forks was killed in action after serving overseas for about two and a half years. The 30 year old hotel clerk, born in British Columbia, left a wide network of friends and family in Grand Forks and Nelson.
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James McDougall
France
McDougall
Nelson
Grand Forks
Greenwood
Manitoba forecasts record grain harvest in Manitoba
Manitoba officials anticipate harvesting 145 million bushels of grain this year led by 45 million wheat 70 million oats and 40 million barley. Labour aid is expected from outside sources with up to 5000 workers needed for threshing operations as Manitoba relies on eastern provinces for help. John Whiteside reports crop conditions from Winnipeg after surveying western farms.
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Wixsirsa
Manitoba
J. A. Means
G. R. Bathon
John Whiteside
Canadian Northern Railway
Toronto
Mianitoba
Prairie Provinces
Winnipeg
Making a Soldier a Citizen and the Duty of Care
The article argues that conscription creates parental responsibility for soldiers by the state and warns that transforming soldiers into civilians shifts the burden away from the nation. It urges foresight to support veterans returning to peacetime life and to prevent future instability from wartime changes.
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Bin
Ele
United States
Specimen From Ezra Kendall and a Pullman Washroom Mishap
Ezra Kendall shares a humorous reminiscence about a Baltimore to Chicago trip in a Pullman car. In a crowded washroom a passenger accidentally grabs Kendall’s face, leading to a comical exchange as both men realize the misadventure.
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Nin Waeblog
Weather data from Lawes ranch shows daily min and max
Government records from Hi Lo Lawes ranch compile the past week’s daily minimum and maximum temperatures. The figures detail the range of temperatures observed each day, reflecting local weather conditions over the period.
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Hermomelur
Hi. L. Lawes Ranch
Ottawa Mining Report Details 1916 Production Values
The Ottawa mining report shows Canada producing minerals valued at 77 201 534 in 1917. Ontario led with 30 461 323, Nova Scotia 20 042 262, and British Columbia 39 969 962. Copper, lead, silver, and gold totals are given, with copper down from the previous year and overall 1916 values cited.
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Canada
British Columbia
Department of Mines
Ontario
Nova Scotia
Pioneer of district dies suddenly
Job Cox aged 6S was found dead in his bed at his bone east of the city by Provincial Constable George Stamilels on Sunday. Coroner Kingston ruled natural causes and an inquest was unnecessary. The funeral occurred Tuesday. Cox came to British Columbia 38 years ago and lived in the district 13 or 14 years.
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Job Cox
George Stamilels
Mr. Stanfield
Cox
Kinngston
Mr. Cox
British Columbia
Apple market outlook and Ontario grower orders spark price moves
The Earl Fruit Company predicts apple prices will rise about 50 cents per box if growers rush to sell at the first offered price. Okanagan British Columbia growers report orders for 200 varieties of pears beyond capacity. Quebec apple prices range from 2.50 to 3.50 for Duchess and Wealthy, with winter apples not quoted. Nova Scotia reports no quotes. Wenatchee growers buy 10,000 boxes at 1.26 per box delivered from orchard to warehouse.
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Earl Fruit Company
United States
Ltby
Okanagan
Quebec
Duchess
Orchard Run
Nova Scotia
Wenatchee Vrowtice Company
Forest managers seek planes for film shoots in Columbia mountains
In Wrightish Columbia, forest managers request aeroplanes to film short mountain scenes. They aim to capture rustic landscapes and support local projects while coordinating with nearby authorities.
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Writigh
Columbia
Mike Short Culy
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