Manitoba Flood Feels Likely To Reach 124 Year High
Waterlogged Manitoba braces for a possibly record flood as the Red River rises to 46 feet, surpassing 1897 and near 1948 peak. Emerson and Winnipeg area report increasing damage with federal aid under review and PM St Laurent saying a national emergency inquiry will decide action. Prime Minister says it is too early to declare a state of national emergency.
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WRECKAGE A Canadian Customs Official Identified
Stockholm dispatches report a Canadian customs officer among wreckage survivors from a Swedish ship incident. Early details indicate Russian warships pursued the vessel, signaling a complex maritime incident with unclear casualty figures and international implications.
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Miners Burned in Nova Scotia Mine Blast Rescue Efforts Underway
Seven miners were severely burned in a blast at Allan shaft coal mine near New Glasgow Nova Scotia. Fire tamed by sealing the pit with sand and timber as investigators probe the explosion. Four rescued miners reached surface. two more aided by draegermen. The injured include James Johnston Stellarton councillor and Brenton Yuill.
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George Porter
Bert Vacheresse
Eugene Davidson
William Petelka
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Acadia Coal Company
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Hangman Too Busy Delays Executions in Winnipeg
Two condemned men receive stays of execution due to the hangman’s workload. Camille Allarie, 32, and William Lusanke, 21, were scheduled to die May 4. new date set for May 9. Allarie killed his employer’s wife on a farm near Poplar Point. Lusanko was condemned for the robbery murder of Dora Sadova, a 65 year old recluse.
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Left Hand Corner and Gateway to the North
A fragment from The Left Hand Corner discusses the term Gateway to the North and regional naming. It mentions Edmonton and Winnipeg, hints at committee pushes, and references social and political debate over a phrase used in public discourse. The piece appears continued on page 12.
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Franks Beneath Turtle Mountain Still Faces Rockfall Threat
Forty seven years after Turtle Mountain thundered down on Frank 66 people died under 100 feet of rock. Reports show cracks and shifting ridges remain along the mountain top with trees growing at angles. The mountain stands 7200 feet high, a remote danger to the valley below as of this April report.
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Railways face limited savings from joint economies
OTTAWA April 29 The royal commission on transportation heard that there is little scope for further money saving through joint economies by railways under current conditions. John E Armstrong CPR chief engineer testified that potential gains rely on full capacity runs and careful planning. Proposals urged tightened enforcement of a cooperation statute and powers for the board of transport commissioners to compel study of projects.
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Four killed in car truck collision near Edmonton
Four persons died and two were injured when a car crashed into a loaded lumber truck on the Calgary highway near Nisku south of Edmonton. Victims include Bud Akins and his wife of Edmonton and Lorne Campbell and Lierd Bonnyman of Yellowknife. The car reportedly rammed the rear of the truck amid a prior accident scene.
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Canadian daylight saving time plan outlined
The Canadian Press reports a proposal to adopt a one hour time shift across parts of the country. If approved, Alberta and several provinces would observe daylight saving time from early Sunday, while railways and most major lines would stay on standard time.
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Pipeline Bills Pass Committee Amid All-Canadian Route Debate
Ottawa April 23 Canadian Commons railways committee advanced bills to incorporate Alberta Natural Gas Company and Prairie Transmission for oil and natural gas pipelines from Alberta to the west coast. An amendment to require an all-Canadian route was defeated for one bill and deferred for the other amid Liberal majority support. export-promotion provisions were rejected 19 to 3.
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11 Meet Death as U S Tornadoes Strike
Eleven people are dead and about 35 injured as savage tornadoes struck Oklahoma and west Texas overnight. A weather expert warned more twisters possible as conditions remained dire with strong shifting winds forecast. Hornville in Oklahoma suffered the worst damage with Red Cross reports counting dead and around a thousand injured in the region.
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Arsenal Wins FA Cup 2-0 Over Liverpool at Wembley
Arsenal defeats Liverpool 2-0 to claim the Football Association Cup before a rain drenched Wembley crowd. Reg Lewis scores the goals as Arsenal seals its third FA Cup triumph, extending a storied record while Liverpool waits for its first.
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Britain faces pivotal choice amid crisis voice
London dispatch reports a tense political debate as strategy makers weigh options amid a looming crisis. A government leader stresses unity while opposition figures press for decisive action. The piece highlights public concern and calls for clear direction and reforms.
Pearson Rejects Phony Peace Overtures in Montreal Address
External Affairs Minister Pearson urges Western nations not to be fooled by Russian peace overtures and calls for disarmament. He criticizes Moscow’s claims of peace and notes military bases and propaganda. Churchill optimistic as Tory leaders react to government stance.
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Probe Of Govt Cost Proposal Sparks Commons Debate
Ottawa April 29 The Progressive Conservative party urged the commons to set up an eight member royal commission to show how to cut costs, reduce overlap, and improve efficiency. George Drew led the push, while Prime Minister St Laurent and Finance Minister Abbott voiced responses as the debate opened.
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Record Cattle Price Sets All Time Market High
Cattle dealer Cohen paid a record 27.50 per hundredweight for a string of white faced steer calves at Lethbridge district. He bought about 500 head of beef cattle this period for shipment to the United States, with plans to retain some for shoe purposes. He notes rising prices amid strong feeder demand in the United States and growing consumer resistance to high beef costs.
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Mardi Gras Costume Dance at Civic Sports Centre
The program at Civic Sports Centre tonight marks Recreation Week with an 8 p.m. to midnight Mardi Gras event. Crowning of the King followed by a stage show and weekly review produced by Mrs J F Ancesvon. All participants must wear costumes.
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Convict jumps to death at Prince Albert prison
A 4 year old convict identified as Frank Misera from Edmonton district leaped from a catwalk atop the Prince Albert penitentiary, plunging about 40 feet onto cement in front of ground level cells. Local reports describe a fatal fall during reception into custody.
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