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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 16, 1925
Page
7
In a fragmented parliament, Liberals and Progressives unite against the budget while the amended reform measure faces expected defeat. Conservatives and Progressives anticipate voting against government plans, with a narrow majority for the administration in past close divisions.
Sir Charles Higham told the English Speaking Union in Chicago that the next war will be fought in the air within twenty years. He warned Britain and the United States would not oppose each other and that Britain as world policeman seeks to stop aggression by the English-speaking race. He said France has the greatest army and could, with its air force, wipe out London in four hours.
A legislature tabled report by Premier John Bracken shows 449 Manitoba farm borrowers abandoned their farms amid $669,202 in unpaid loans and $2,410,900 in county rural credit losses. It notes 3,082 borrowers, 226.13 realty loss, and 24 societies now overseen by the province administrator. Free Radio Music Ottawa considers radio broadcasting distinct from press and stage rights.
The second chamber has approved the trade treaty between Holland and Canada. The vote confirms a pact shaping postwar commerce and relations between the two nations.
Manitoba Pool Elevators seek incorporation under a bill reported by the Manitoba Legislature. The company would construct or acquire facilities for grain handling for the Mastrote Co operative Wheat Producers Limited and its members. It aims to improve methods and reduce handling costs while curbing speculation manipulation and waste in the process.
Dr. JA Hunter of Tealon, long a Presbyterian worker among Ukrainians in Komammo district, confirms a report of extreme poverty north of Kemarna. Frost last year destroyed crops, leaving villagers dependent on charity as supplies run out and hunger threatens dozens.
In Victoria British Columbia one hundred eighty one delegates from eighty associations discussed the Oriental problem. They blamed Oriental labor for retarding prosperity and claimed wages paid to Orientals fail to circulate among whites. The lumber payroll last year reached fifty million dollars with about half paid to Orientals.
A heavy explosion at the Hamburg harbor destroyed a 210 foot lighter named Saturn. Eight workers died and several were seriously injured as the blast hurled the vessel’s anchor and body fragments onto nearby buildings and roofs. Investigators believe oil residue caused a flare up that detonated with oxygen from the blast.
Premier Stanley Bruce announces Commonwealth defence plan featuring a squadron of 10 000 ton cruisers and submarines to reduce Britain’s burden while guarding Australia. Britain’s navy burden discussed as shared but Australia asserts need for independent capability.
Dispatches from Belgrade report a Bulgarian pilot and passenger face court action as Bulgaria denies official status for the flight. The situation inflames regional tensions with observers calling for restraint amid Balkan state disputess.
President Dobbie in his annual address stressed the woollen industry's importance to Canada and urged safeguarding measures. The convention of Canadian Woollen and Knit Goods Manufacturers outlined threefold aims to increase sheep farming, boost the use of Cane Man wool, and encourage Canadians to wear more Canadian woollen goods.
Montreal official J S Norris of Montreal Light Heat and Power argues the export tax on electrical power will deter American buyers of Canadian hydro and notes the budget boosts for coking plants may not alter coal freight rates. Canadian Pacific Freight and Canadian National Railway officials offered comments only after the budget review.
Arab students at the men's training college in Jerusalem strike in protest of the upcoming visit of the Earl of Balfour who will open the Hebrew University. A broader four general strike is planned to oppose Lord Balfour and the British policy supporting a Jewish homeland in Palestine.
The United States battle fleet, led by the formidable dreadnought Cai, unleashed a fierce display of flame and steel in a six minute force practice. The fleet simulated a massive naval battle across the Pacific, marking a dramatic demonstration of naval power.
W G McQuarrie of New Westminster, B C, a Conservative, will ask in the House of Commons about measures Canada plans to take to meet alleged competition created by China and the United States eggs in the Canadian market.
An official report notes a yearly increase of tuberculosis in Japan with 4,300,000 sufferers and about 122,000 deaths annually. The second item describes Egypt Acts independently as Britain supposedly controls Cairo's foreign policy, highlighting independent action by the Faxation Government.
Austen Coamberlain, secretary for foreign affairs, announced Britain's plan for lasting peace. He said Britain would avoid the wreckage of former protocols and seek a permanent European accord. The pact would guarantee current Western frontiers and pledge Germany to renounce future aggression and alter its eastern borders as settled after the last war.
Dispatches from Calcutta describe a case near Jabalapur where Mulchand and two sons were convicted of sacrificing a child to the goddess Kall Mandia. The victim, the son of a former official, was deprived of food and exposed near a holy site. Mulchand and two sons were sentenced to death, a daughter-in-law to life imprisonment.
Relief for Canadian veterans in the United States will be provided via the American Red Cross with no separate provision for disabled or distressed veterans in Canada. The House of Commons discussed using surplus profits from UK canteens of the Canadian Expeditionary Force to fund this aid, held in government trust and not to be allotted to the Red Cross.
Premier Greenfield has receipt of advice from Rt Hon Mackenzie King that C Moiggar s report on the transfer of Alberta s natural resources has been submitted and is ready for consideration Miggar has pressed for investigation since the Ottawa conference focusing on technical accounting features Authorities planned to wait for the inquiry and report before proceeding with the agreed transfer
Ottawa report on Western Canada fuel association finds no detrimental or unlawful combine among coal dealers under the Combines Investigation Act. Commissioner David Campbell says prices are not unreasonable or unfair, pending broader measures, with House of Commons to review the inquiry.
February Canadian seafish landings total 40,178,700 pounds valued at 694,519. On the Atlantic coast haddock hake pollock cod and other species fell to 3,762,400 pounds from 4,218,400. Lobster landings rose to 540,000 pounds from 404,000. Pacific coast total 980,200 pounds down from 1,752,700. Ottawa reports. Drug treatment bill referred to committee. introduced by Hon. D. L. McLeod. Winnipeg. German Polish conflict widens as Germans urge departure or face expulsion. Warsaw notes.
Calgary city council committee declined to recommend compulsory pasteurization of milk. They cited hardship on small vendors while noting that eighty five percent of milk sold by larger firms is pasteurized. Legislative commuter remains unresolved.
Hon. James Murdoch, minister of labor, to propose a resolution in the House of Commons urging further consideration of old age pensions schemes. The move signals active government interest in expanding pension provisions and social welfare policy.
The former British foreign secretary Earl of Balfour visited Jerusalem without incident. Crowds gathered in mosques and were addressed by Moslem and Christian orators. Mounted police patrolled the streets amid an absence of tension.
In a speech at the Empire Parliamentary Association annual meeting, Baldwin praised interuniversity links between the mother country and dominions, urged a delegation trip to Australia next year, and proposed a longer parliamentary recess from August to January. He also aimed to enable LC Amery to visit the dominions during his term.
Immigration statistics show a rise in Canadian returnees from the United States, with 542 returning from Britain, 168 more than January, and 2 012 total Canadians in the Whities remaining permanently after six months abroad. Fiscal year totals reach 41 044 returning Canadians, 49 905 from overseas, and 104 797 overall across other nations.
London MP David Kirkwood has received numerous threats tied to attacks on the Prince of Wales. The Glasgow branch of a labor union has urged the home secretary to investigate, offering protection Kirkwood reportedly declined.
Canada's automobile exports continue to grow with New Zealand identified as the leading market. Last month 4008 passenger autos valued at $1.84 took port, reflecting strong demand.
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