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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 07, 1927
Page
3
London reports shock at the massacre of foreigners in Nanking with officials noting casualties and injuries. UK officials discuss likely responses as British naval reinforcements move toward Shanghai and Nanking, while Washington reviews possible actions and wartime naval support.
Ontario Premier Howard Ferguson told the legislature that the province cannot maintain three universities and may halt large annual grants to Queen's University Kingston and Western University London, urging reliance on private sources for support.
Hon Charles Dunning tabled a Canadian National System report in the House of Commons detailing gross earnings and operating expenses. The Central Vermont lines contributed a total revenue of 310 with an excess over 1995 of 21,867,596 and expenses of 7,04, highlighting a favorable showing for the system.
LeCot LC Amery, secretary of Grate for Dominion Aire, will undertake an extended tour abroad this autumn. He plans to visit Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa over a year, but his itinerary and final destinations are not yet decided.
Paris considers sending two Canadian ministers to France to host a long supper for Canadian trade talks, but no official details emerge. Ottawa watches Vincent Massey’s ambassador post to Washington and the potential impact on policy, with little likelihood of expansion.
Hon. Robert Forke, Canada’s minister of immigration, told the House that 443 Japanese and 58 Chinese entered Canada in 1926. Chinese immigrants had already left. Of the Japanese entrants, 119 were male, 216 female, and 108 children under 18. Among farm workers and general laborers, the unskilled were the largest group.
Ambitious plans for Com. Pinedo to extend his North American flight reach across thousands of miles. The route would shift from direct New Orleans to Chicago and New York to a circuit via Galveston San Diego San Francisco Seattle Chicago Quebec Ontario and New York. Pinedo’s Brazil leg is active with the voyage progressing toward Canada.
F C Cornell argues the Duncan commission plan to reduce transportation costs will restore a proper basis for freight rates in the Maritimes. He cites an estimated five hundred thousand dollars as a conservative figure involved in rate reductions. Ottawa vote rejects relief measure for Farmers Bank victims as Conservative M P Edwards proposal fails 105 to 56.
Maori tribes send a quaint farewell to the Duke and Duchess of York before their departure to Australia. The message likens the couple to a white crane and wishes them luck. Officials discuss plans for expanding air mail service to Eastern and Western Canada. Fernand Rinfret, secretary, answered in Parliament but gave few start details.
The communist faction in the Polish Diet sent a message of congratulations to Shanghai praising its stance against imperialist oppression. The note emphasizes solidarity with Shanghai and frames the support as a stand against foreign domination.
Members of the House of Commons opened the session to consider appointing a counsel to represent consumers. Dario Bem Inally spoke for consumers while Mr. Speer faced opposition from some members. The meeting planned an executive review and a follow up session to further canvass the issue.
Despatches report three more banks closed for adjustment after inability to meet withdrawals, bringing the total to five. The Bank of Japan called a bankers’ meeting to address the situation, deemed serious but not critical, tied to earthquake relief legislation. Tokyo reassured with unconditional government support and a timely bond subscription in the United States easing public worry.
The interprovincial shear pools backed an amendment to the Dominion Seed Act granting the agriculture minister power to refuse licenses for new wheat varieties until quality is proven. A committee of ten directors will study proposed varieties, involving the Dominion Cerealist and seed groups from involved provinces. H Burnell, Manitoba Pool president, cautioned against chasing world pool dreams if Canadian producers face danger.
Harry Marsh outlines a Saskatchewan Wheat Pool led inquiry into grain grading faults. A joint committee investigates moisture limits and milling value impacts across Saskachewan Alberta Manitoba and Winnipeg laboratories. The aim is a single standard for primary inspections and terminal elevators to ensure fair producer returns.
British officials in London say the latest Balkan flare up has blown over due to Italian government action and a frank exchange of views among major powers. Sir Austen Chamberlain and the Marquis Della Torre suggest the situation around Albania was averted by informing the powers of Juso Slavia’s intentions. Great Britain and France favor a thorough examination of Tir treaty created tensions and a joint discussion with Yugoslavia and Belgrade.
The House of Commons adopted a special committee report and approved a new rule limiting general speeches in the house to forty minutes. The rule excludes the prime minister, the opposition leader, and a minister moving a government order or replying to a motion of no confidence, from the forty minute limit.
Senator Watson of Indiana Republican leader says the United States will not pursue reciprocity with Canada. He notes Canada would demand swapping foodstuffs for eastern manufactured goods, a proposal he calls out of the question. He blames farm relief agitation for farmers’ opposition.
London-Havre will become a major Northern France port with new wharves for trans Atlantic liners. Lord Kylsant announced a plan at the London and Thames Haven meeting detailing storage tanks and a total expenditure near 10.9 million dollars. The wharf is designed to berth Leviathan and Maestre in tandem as plans develop. France pushes for total naval tonnage in a general treaty draft, opposing split categories of ships.
British defence party Lt Col Heywood and aides were mobbed in Shanghai while seeking to interview Canton general Chon. The Cantonese assault aimed at sheltering the foreign settlement, with estimates of up to 1,000 Northerners killed, wounded, or captured as Cantonese forces entered the city.
Captain A Eden leads discussions on inter empire settlement facilities and education for children about dominion ties. Debates touch on Canada settlement, empire development, and a shift toward British race ideals, with Lt Col Amery signaling policy aims to boost empire growth.
L B F Raycroft, in charge of the radio division at the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, urges revoking licenses of nuisance stations that overstep the Canadian reserved length. He calls for eliminating nuisance stations, arguing the industry faces 100 million dollars in losses amid delayed broadcasting and confusion.
The appointment of Major General Kyrie Ryrie as the new Australian High Commissioner in London, announced in Sydney, is greeted with pleasure in the Commonwealth and England. It is viewed as a tribute to his wartime service leading the Light Horse in Gallipoli and Palestine.
Manitoba voters await an official proclamation as June 22 is seen for the provincial election with nomination day likely June 12 and party standings showing Liberals Conservatives Labor Independents and variances amid complex regional notes.
Senate gives final reading to a bill reorganizing the department of customs and excise or the name of the department of internal revenue. The measure aims to streamline duties and authority within the customs and taxation agencies.
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