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Local Notes on Elections and War Policy in 1917
Pervading themes include an expected early general election over conscription, Liberal and anti conscription lines, and the call for a strong wartime cabinet. The piece cites Ottawa dispatches and mentions figures like Sir Robert Borden Sir Wilfrid Laurier Dr Michael Clark and Hugh Guthrie. Also noted are Alberta Liberal gains and mining activity near Paulson with a proposed wagon road. The Sun is praised for its value at $1.00 yearly.
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Ottawa
Wilfrid Laurier
Ottawa Dispatch
Robert Borden