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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 13, 1936
Page
3
London reports the British government favors the continuance of sanctions against Italy for now. Debate in the Lords and Commons centers on collective security and a European settlement, with calls to uphold sanctions until Italo Abyssinian issues are resolved under the League covenant.
In a Cape Town house of assembly debate on the Italo Ethiopian crisis Prime Minister Hertzog urged that sanctions must continue, even for years if needed, to compel Italy to capitulate. He warned the league could die if it fails to act and called for Britain and Commonwealth consultation in defense. Deputy PM Smuts echoed resolve to stand by the league to force peace within Covenant terms.
Ottawa reports Canada remains a fully paid member of the League of Nations since 1920 with total expenditures totaling 4 216 045 98 dollars. The sum covers maintenance of an advisory officer at Geneva and costs for delegates to league assemblies the international labor conference and related parleys.
Captain James Mollison announced plans for a world flight this summer following the equator. He and his wife expect the attempt to last up to three weeks and be the first flight of its kind.
The crown of Ethiopia and other imperial insignia have been secretly moved to a London bank vault as the Italian advance threatened Addis Ababa. The gold crown is immensely heavy, brimless, and topped with a large cross.
Rescue workers who dug through the Reynolds slope to reach Dr. D. E. Robertson and Alfred Scadding of Toronto in a tomb 141 feet below the earth will get the top awards from the Moose River mine rescue fund.
Degrees were conferred on Sir Ernest MacMillan, principal of the Toronto Conservatory of Music, and Dr Harold Hibbert, professor of cellulose and industrial chemistry, at a special consecration ceremony of the University of British Columbia.
Dr. A. J. Melly, chief of the ambulance corps of the British Red Cross unit in Ethiopia, died in Addis Ababa from chest wounds suffered while rescuing a wounded Ethiopian during rioting. He stopped his car to aid the man when shot, was taken to the British legation but died. A sister lives in Calgary.
About 2000 British motorists will tour North America in their own cars starting this summer. Graham Lyon of the Junior Car Club of England says the first group will arrive with cars on the Queen Mary’s maiden voyage landing at New York on July 27. The tour includes Washington Detroit and ends with a return from Montreal.
David Lloyd George testifies before the arms inquiry commission urging a government monopoly on arms manufacture to prevent the rise of powerful vested interests whose prosperity depends on war.
Three young naturalists led by J. Fletcher of Toronto from the Royal Ontario Museum set out for isolated St Elias in Alaska. They departed after completing gear during a several day stay to capture one of nature’s rarities.
Spanish aviator Ruiz Beracoechea announced plans to attempt a solo flight across the south Atlantic in an autogyro. If successful he aims to reach North America, covering approximately 2150 miles.
Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden tells Parliament the League must go on while urging a stock take of lessons learned from the Italo Ethiopian conflict. He says Britain will consult the dominions on Italy’s conquest, defends government oil policies, and argues only collective sanctions were possible though weak, warning that closure of the Suez would risk war.
The Canadian Flax Association is formed in Winnipeg to aid production and marketing of flax with many Winnipeg Grain Exchange members among its prominent founders.
Premier Mackenzie King told the House of Commons he hopes President Roosevelt will visit Ottawa this summer, signaling anticipated high level talks and bilateral ties.
Toronto police launch renewed inquiry into the 17 year old disappearance of millionaire theatre owner Ambrose Small. Attorney General Arthur Roebuck orders investigation after affidavits by Paul Hinds claim new light on the case and seek to restrain estate distributions.
Finance Minister Dunning told M.P. Tom Reid the Royal Canadian Mint is minting 5,000 silver dollars daily, half capacity, to meet demand in British Columbia. The coins are issued to satisfy chartered banks prescriptions for currency needs.
Before Moose River gold mine reopens, manager F Henderson must file a formal application with the Nova Scotia Mines Department. Deputy Minister Norman McKenzie said the plan is required though Henderson previously stated he would continue operations unless halted by the department.
In the House of Commons Malcolm MacDonald notes a 2,500,000 increase in Canadian defence estimates and hints at further air force provisions. The Dominions Secretary cites Australia’s three year defence plan costing £20,000,000 and notes South Africa’s Cape Town announcements, with Australia focusing on naval armaments and South Africa on air force expansion.
Sir Edward Beatty was re elected president and chairman of the board at the Canadian Pacific Railway Company annual meeting in Montreal. D C Coleman was named vice president and several directors were reelected to the board including D C Coleman John W Hobbs R S McLaughlin Sir Edward Peacock and W N Tilley. The executive committee will include Beatty Coleman Holt Tilley Gordon and Ross McMaster.
Ottawa report states ex prisoners of war pressed the pension committee for the right to appeal reparations rulings and to hear unresolved cases. H. S. Stone described brutal treatment and malnutrition, noting Canada received 26 million from Germany with only about 8 million distributed, and only 2 percent to ex prisoners. He cited large disparities between commissions and urged relief for 1,000 to 1,500 remaining Canadians in need.
Berlin officials study a British questionnaire on Hitler’s peace proposals and note the absence of questions about Rhineland fortifications. They fear a hidden motive behind the omission and warn that France and Britain may be preparing a new Stresa-like front with Italy while Germany contemplates defenses.
Hon H H Stevens warned the House of Commons about a possible plot to privatize the Canadian National Railways at a fraction of cost. He highlighted a 12 point recovery program and opposed a CCF budget amendment proposing a capital levy, calling it socialism. He argued room exists for progressive action without socialism.
Earth from Shakespeare’s garden and water from the Avon River were sent to the United States for the new Globe theatre in Dallas Texas. They will be used at the dedication of the playhouse dedicated to the bard’s works.
Edmonton engineers decide to dismantle the creek bridge found undamaged at Shandro’s ferry 100 miles down the North Saskatchewan river. It will be returned by truck to Edmonton and restored to its former position.
A contribution of 1 from Glasgow Scotland by George Munn reached the Red Cross in Toronto via Lord Tweedsemuir's secretary. The Moose River rescuers fund total rises to 67152.05.
Cunard White Star officials say the Queen Mary will not attempt a record crossing on its maiden voyage to New York. Preparations for the May 27 sailing are nearing completion.
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