Commons to Probe Failure of Home Bank
The House of Commons, by a straight party vote, backed an amendment for a special parliamentary investigation into the Howe Bank of Canada. Liberal Pontige and Willan urged scrutiny of banking safeguards amid concerns that savings were at risk and widows and orphans lacked protection under the current act.
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Ottawa
House of Commons Etarerd Ts
Howe Bank of
Cana
Frank Cabill
Pontige
Willanine
Labor
Calgary
Callin
Irvine
William
Edmonton Council Approves Four New Taxes Plan
Edmonton city charter backs four new taxes including rental, poll, service, and major vehicles taxes. City council expects to adopt only two, likely the rental tax and automobile license. The rental levy would apply to tenants based on rent, with plans for a one to five percent rate depending on the proposal.
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Edmonton
Yorath
Immigrant Seeks Limerick Sack and Train to Ireland
A traveler arrived at the CPR station inquired about Limerick Sack and the train service to that destination. He sought a job and asked officials for directions to the nearest Irish destination, then provided vague remarks about a broad area and evening travel.
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Moose
CPR
Limerick
Ireland
Plan to Close Survey of Branch Lines in Parliament
Olawa reports a plan to conduct a close survey of Canadian National branch lines. The approach would refer the matter to the Railway Committee in the Senate, with separate bills prepared for each line to justify their viability and avoid duplication.
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Olawa
Senate
House of Commons
Eveirp
Canadian National
Port Nelson Harbor Expenditure Details Incurred
Report notes a large Port Nelson harbor project requiring about 2 053 400 dollars for terminal and yard works, a 4 600 04 cost item for a 4 60K bushel elevator, and a light crib at the harbor entrance estimated at 300 008 dollars including terms with Hudson Bay Railway terminus and related buildings.
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Orewa Ae
Port Nelson
Hudson's Bay Railway Company
Gratam Min Feler
Raiiways
Elven
Hebrideans to Settle Near Urban Centres with Five Acre Plots
Ottawa plans immigration of another large party of Hebrideans under the same auspices as arrivals in spring. The scheme aims to allocate five acre plots near urban centres likely in Alberta for gardening. Farmers would donate an acre for a newcomer cottage, with the immigrant agreeing to labor on the landlord's farm. financial assistance and a British government grant are reported.
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Ottawa
Canada
Alberta
Saskatchewan Opposition Plans Saskatoon Convention August Fifth
The Saskatchewan Opposition will hold a convention in Saskatoon on August 5 following a Moose Jaw meeting that decided the event. Delegates listed include Harris Turner MILA Saskatoon D H McDonald South Qu Appelle W H Harvey Kindersley Sidney Bingham Wilkie and W J F Warren Belbeck MILA for Thunder rom Mile.
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Saskatoon
Moose Jaw
Opposion Party
Harris Turner
Warships For Australia and England Planned by Melbourne
Melbourne Premier Stan ley M Bruce proposes building one light cruiser for Australia and another for England under Commonwealth plans. The initiative aims to bolster naval strength amid regional tensions.
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Australia
Melbourne
Stanley M. Bruce
England
Commonwealth
Singapore plan referred to dominions showdown over Singapore scheme
Debates in the House of Commons reveal British officials seeking Dominion views on the Singapore plan. Canada says no opinion. Australia Labor supports abandoning the proposal. New Zealand Labor cheers the government’s move. Public reaction urged clarity on Australian and New Zealand stance. A separate note from the MacMillan expedition reports a radio operator, Donald H Mix, rescued after last contact February 16. cause appears to be technical transmission failure.
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B. Thomis
Alan
Singapore
Dominions
Mies
Sinks
Amery
Thomas
Canada
Australian Labor Party
British Labor Party
Bruce
Australia
New Zealand Labor Party
New Zealand
Ottawawarecomt
British Columbia
House of Commons
Maine
Fisheries
W. G. McQuarrie
New Westminster
Fraser
MacMillan Hartford
Conn
Donald H Mix
MacMillan
Mix
Trout
FH. Schnell
American Relay League
Gingham Styles Lead Continental Southlands Fashion
Premet recently showcased models in gingham plain chambray and drawn cloth fabrics. The frock displayed features drawn cloth with black velvet ribbon trim and is likely to suit Palm Beach day wear in stylish tradition.
Missed Clarity in Early 20th Century Trade Figures
The fragmentary text cites unsettled figures for settlers' effects and trade in 1922 to 1928. It notes monthly and yearly totals with amounts like 8,144.108 and 7,977.60 for February periods, reflecting a decayed export import ledger from 1923 era Canada and the Expos.
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Tees
Canada
Icelander Leads Early North Pole Expedition Plan
London reports Algarsson a young Icelander will launch an Arctic trip in May with 19 members including three scientists. The six month voyage aims for Nova Zemb Franz Josefland then New York before a larger 1926 expedition under Algarsson’s leadership to reach the North Pole.
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London
North Pole
Westminster Gazette
Algarsson
Arctic
Nova Zemb
Franz Joselland
New Yor
Igarsson
Probable date eyed for budget speech under pressure of Easter recess
In Dirawa Ontario discussions suggest the budget may be delivered before Easter recess. May land on April 15 or 16 with tax changes on production and tariffs tied to national development. Manitoba Wheat Pool canvasser Mrs James Flier reports 28 contracts covering 2260 acres for Farm Women efforts. Dublin's Dail seeks £11 million compensation for property losses from disorders.
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Dirawa
Manitoba Wheat Pool
Winnipeg
James Flier
United Farm Women of Manitoba
Wolf bounty raised in Northwest Territories
Officials in Ottawa announced an increase in wolf bounty from 20 dollars to 2 dollars. The move follows reports of wolves in the Northwest Territories and local authorities urge residents to report sightings and cooperate with wildlife services.
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Ottawa
Northwest Territories
Herring Shipment Report From Mouver Island Waters
A report notes that during the past season one herring has been shipped from Mouver Island waters to Oriental markets. The item records a small coastal harvest and regional trade flow with limited quantities conveyed to distant buyers.
Postal Workers Weigh Strike Over Vote Disputed
Postal employees threaten strike amid dispute over a vote outcome. The issue centers on a challenged tally and claims of interference by higher officials including the COO Reeves Ormilleston. Union leaders say the process damaged trust and urged a new count.
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Teres
Comaties
Reeves Ormilleston
Jontal
Alarioe
Canada Considers Recognition of Union of Soviet Republics Voiced by Russian Agent
Montreal reports a Russian agent, Yastkol, pressed Premier Mackenzie King on Canada’s de jure recognition of the Union of Soviet Republics. The interview suggests Ottawa’s historic stance shifts amid trade talks and signed assurances of goodwill with Russian agents.
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Canada
Union
Soviet Repub
I. Mackenzie Kine
Yastkott
Montreal
Yastkol
Real
Ottawa
M_ Yastkom
Is Party
Death of Prominent Banker Walke PCL and CBO
A report notes the death of Walke, president of the Canadian Bank of Commerce and a leading figure in banking. The obituary cites his international reputation and U.S. ties, with memories shared by peers and Lady Walker.
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Edmund Walker
The
Canadian Bank of Commerce
Man
Labor Party aims to secure referendum power in may
The report notes Labour’s plan to win support for a national referendum when in government. It cites foreign affairs expert Pro Salomon visiting London and outlines Labour’s intent to ensure the country adopts changes by referendum if brought to power.
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Lonyon
Pro Salomon
London
Nnde
Jauts Iit
Will Continue Mineral Right Tax in Edmonton Budget Debate
In a concluding session on the budget in Edmonton, officials declared that consideration will proceed on the mineral right tax while addressing the proposal to discontinue Die.
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Pec Incial
Hopeful Sign In Demand For Economy In Canada
A report from the Citizens Wand Research Bureau of Canada notes a push from trade and commerce leaders across the nation for tighter public expenditure. Premier King faces calls to cut spending, with Winnipeg and western voices urging national measures to curb deficits and curb government waste.
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Waideipat
Canada
Ifyma
Pate
Boards of Trade
Ford
Benditnnes
Inns
Travers Sweatman
King
Natio
Acting Finance Minister Reassures Manufacturers
Acting Minister of Finance Robb told a Houston delegation that no tariff cuts threaten industries and the government has no plan to ruin manufacturing. He asserted the tariff revision would not harm business and defended ongoing public privileges as needing only a temporary two-year duration.
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Otawa
Hon
Housston
Robb
Minis
Farth
Fire Sweeps Tokio Suburb Injures Dozens and Leaves Hundreds Homeless
A large blaze in the Tokio suburb of Yoshi Eaya burned Folin Siehundt and swept through the area injuring twenty people. The disaster left three thousand residents homeless as emergency crews fought the flames and coordinated aid.
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Tokio
Folin Siehundt
Yoshi Eaya
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