Reform of Electoral Methods Across Britain and Commonwealth
The article argues that Britain Canada and Saskatchewan face a shift from single member constituencies to proportional or multi member systems as multi party politics grows. It notes coalition government and reforms like the single transferable vote or proportional representation may replace the old first past the post system while Lloyd George pushes for electoral changes to value every vote. It predicts Britain will adapt, with the genius of British statesmanship guiding a solution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Canada
Saskatchewan
House of Commons
Legislative Assembly
Westminster
Ottawa
Regina
Goernnment
United States
Germany
France
Belgium
Great Briain
Lloyd George
Ramsay MacDonald Labor
Plane In Freak Accident At Roosevelt Field Collision
A small monoplane piloted by James Riddle struck a steam roller at Roosevelt Field New York while landing on a dusted area. The collision toppled the roller operator A C Madderai breaking his shoulder and wrecked the plane though Riddle and two passengers escaped unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt Field
N.Y
A. C. Madderai
Riddle
Sleep Plant Grows Leaves After Brief Rest
A German developed plant in the mimosa family grows new leaves after a 15 to 20 minute sleep. Touch or heat made near the leaves causes them to wither and fall, then new leaves emerge about 15 minutes later. It grows widely in India where the plant is collected for sale and its bruised leaves are claimed to aid burn healing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
India
Hoover plans commission to cut military costs
President Hoover proposes a general staff commission of army officers to review expenses and identify obsolete programs and opportunities to extend existing plans. He notes the 1923 military outlay at 803 million dollars, about 120 million more than the prior year, and compares it with prewar averages of 266 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
United States
New Health for Tired-Out Women
An advertisement promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a tonic for anemia and fatigue. It claims to build red blood, restore strength, appetite, and sleep, citing Mrs D B Fanning of Seal Harbor Nova Scotia who improves after several boxes. Pills available from druggists or by mail for 50 cents from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville, Ont
Cyclists Pack National Memorial at Meridian Center
Nearly ten thousand cyclists gathered before the National Cyclists Memorial at Meridian, believed to be England's center. About three thousand were girls in breeches, joining a brief service at the memorial erected seven years ago to honor cyclists who died in the World War.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Wales
Meridan
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Promises Quick Burn and Sprain Relief
This advertisement promotes Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a standard remedy for scalds and burns, cuts, bruises, and sprains. It claims rapid pain relief and speedy recovery, and notes a bottle in the home can save doctor and veterinary fees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Canada Iron-Making Centers Known Cities
The three iron making centres in Canada are Sydney Nova Scotia on the Atlantic Coast and ton and Sault Ste. Marie in Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Sydney
Nova Scotia
Atlantic
Andton
Sault Ste. Marie
Ontario
English conductor declines film theatre post for three daily appearances
Dr. Malcolm Larent a renowned English orchestra conductor rejects a £35,000 position as musical director of a London motion picture theatre that would demand only three ten minute appearances daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malcolm Larent
London
Alberta Premier Brownlee Heads North on Four Week Tour
Premier J E Brownlee and University of Alberta president Dr R C Wallace depart Edmonton by rail boat auto and air for a four week northern tour reaching Fort Fitzgerald Great Slave Lake and Lake Athabaska. John M Imrie joins aboard as reporter. Inspector Hancock oversees arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Brownlee
Alberta
R. C. Wallace
University of Alberta
Edmonton
Northern Alberta Railway
Peace River
Fort Fitzgerald
Northwest Territories
Great Slave Lake
Lake Athabaska
John M. Imrie
Edmonton Journal
Brownlee
Province of
Wood Buffalo Park
Multiple Claimants Vie for Czar’s Fortune in U S Court
The late Czar Nicholas II fortune, around 100 million dollars, is tied up in a three way battle. The Soviet Government claims a share, Princess Anastasia known as Mme Tschaikowsky seeks a portion, and other relatives challenge her claim as impostor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas II
Russia
United States
Anastasia
Czar
Mme
Tschaikowsky
Mouse farm operates in Rayleigh Essex with fifty thousand mice
A Rayleigh Essex farmer keeps a large mouse farm with 50 000 mice of many colors. He can locate any mouse instantly and about 300 young are born daily. It takes five hours to feed them all and they are sold to colleges and hospitals for experiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rayleigh
Essex
Tuck
London opens garage for women autoists with dedicated rooms
A women only motor garage in London provides writing rooms dressing and changing areas and adjoining bathrooms. The facility was dedicated by women auto enthusiasts in a solemn ceremony highlighting a club devoted to feminine needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Reduced Crop May Halt Immigration In Canada
The Western Canadian crop downturn could ease unemployment by tightening immigration. Hon. Robert Forke and deputy W. J. Egan advocate further limits on continental migration, with possible reductions in British entry. Some funds may shift to aid farmers, while the land settlement board tracks those in affected districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Robert Forke
Forke
W. J. Egan
Ottawa
Land Settlement Board
Soldier Settlement Board
Prince honors Bisley prize winner with congratulations
The Prince of Wales received Lieut.-Col. R. M. Blair of the Seaforth Highlanders at St James Palace to congratulate him on winning the King's Prize at Bisley. Blair noted messages from Canada and commendations from every Seaforth battalion, while an elderly stranger from Guernsey sent prayers for his teetotalism.
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Prince of Wales
R. M. Blair
Seaforth Highlanders
Vancouver
B.C
St. James Palace
National Rifle Association
Bisley
Canada
Blair
Col. Blair
Guernsey
Channel Islands
Notion Holds Reckless Driving Only If an Accident Occurs
A prevailing view argues that driving recklessly is only proven when an accident happens. The stance suggests strict fault relies on outcomes rather than behavior.
Elephants Supplying Global Billiard Ball Trade
Reporters note the unusual source of ivory in billiard balls as about 4,000 elephants contribute to the annual global supply. The piece outlines trade and conservation implications while detailing how ivory is processed for sports goods.
Turner Valley Oil Output Rises in Alberta Field
The Turner Valley oil field in Alberta shows growing production and revenue. Naphtha output climbs monthly from 38,501 barrels worth 154,000 in January to 92,122 barrels worth 368,480 in June, totaling 386,272 barrels and 1,545,088 dollars for the first six months. July expected to reach 100,000 barrels and about 400,000 dollars in revenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turner Valley
Alberta
Moth er Graves Worm Exterminator Gains Badged Fame
Recognized as a leading specific for worm destruction, Moth er Graves' Worm Exterminator has proven a boon to suffering children everywhere. It seldom fails.
Tourism Demand Soars As Western Hotels Near Full Capacity
H F Matthews of Winnipeg general manager of western hotels for Canadian Pacific Railway says tourist traffic in the west will break records this year. Mountain resorts are booked solid, especially Banff and Lake Louise hotels.
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H. F. Matthews
Winnipeg
Western Hotels
Canadian Pacific Railway
Banff
Lake Louise
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St. Paul St. West
Montreal
U.S
Minard
Putnams Corn Extractor
Guin
Firestone
Alberta Premier Tours North
Prince
Turner Valley Oil
Para- Sani
Para-Sani
Appleford
Hamilton Aske
Hunter-Martin & CO
SASK
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