Wilson May Adopt Attitude on Panama Tolls Favoring Britain
The article reports President Wilson may shift to a stance on the Panama Canal tolls controversy seen as more favorable to Great Britain than his predecessor. It notes Wilson’s ties with Ambassador Bryce, discusses Panamanian and arbitration considerations, and suggests cautious timing amid wartime tensions and party unity.
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Mt Ie
Wilson
Great Britain
Washington, D.C
Jim England
Tiree
United State
Panama
Bern
Committee On Interocean Canals
Howard Grey
Anbassador
Knox
Jed
St Edward
Wade
Ameran
Wison
Edward Grey
Washington Welcomes Case Washingon
The article notes growing interest in whether the Japanese can be naturalized and thus eligible to own land under California alien land laws. It cites prior western court rulings denying eligibility, the potential U S Supreme Court test, and the impact on California legislation about alien land ownership.
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Washington
United States
California
White Fox Pelts Dominate North Fur Trade Year
Fur shipments from the north report unusually large and valuable lots. Local traders note the white fox as the year’s most prominent skin with many pelts arriving. Also two or three large polar bear skins add to the notable offerings touched by trappers visiting the city.
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Prince Albert
Inquiry into Stuart Samuel seat over Indian banking ties
The select committee found Samuel was with Samuel and Monague, a London banking firm trading with the government. The Privy Council will soon rule on declaring his Commons seat vacant if disqualified by the alleged business interest.
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London
Stuart Samuel
Transacions
Fim
Samuel
Samuel and Moague
Brent
Pri
Forest fires threaten Black Hills National Forest towns
Six fires burn across the National Forest in the Black Hills as warm weather continues. Flames spread across the Southern Hills about 20 miles wide destroying three ranches near Buffalo Gap. Officials say about 1,000 men will be needed to control the prairie fire and protect the area.
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Deadwood
M.D
Black Hills
National Forest
Buffalo Gap
France Seeks Insight On Turkish Fortifications
Paris dispatch reports officials and parliament members debating the defense of Adrianople and the strategic value of fortifications. Delegates study Turkish defenses and the impact of recent bombardments, aiming to inform Parliament and the Army Council.
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Paris
Bename
Adravoy
Mauet
Mos
Adrianopie
Engineers Visit Panama for Welland Canal Plans
Chief Engineer Rocites and Engineer Weller returned from a month at the Panama Canal studying modern construction. They will apply insights to the Welland project as tenders close and preliminary work proceeds, with great activity expected across the Niagara peninsula.
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Big Ditch
Rocites
Railways and Canals Department
Weller
Welland Canal
Panama Canal
Pahams
Welland
Tng Fae
Niagara Peninsula
Government weighs terminals for Western grain shipments
The grain commission reports favoring terminal elevators at multiple western points to provide alternative shipment routes. Existing U S facilities at key centers handle over 206 million bushels and support grade handling, with possible incentives for local milling industries if government approves.
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Ottawa
Grain Commission
United States
Canada
Fort William
Port Arthur
Estatles
Force Wellington scheme for expeditionary volunteers outlined
Negotiations between the Dominion and Imperial Government discuss a volunteer force for service anywhere in the empire. Progress is reported to the Dominion Cabinet. The plan expects about seven to nine thousand volunteers joining a three man unit trained in the territorial force under the Universal System in New Zealand.
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Wellington
Dominion
New Zealand
Dominions
France Cuts Defence Bill by Converting Cannons to Howitzers
Paris reports a proposed defence appropriation of 84 million francs approved by the Chamber. The plan converts existing cannons into howitzers for curved fire, saving about 16 million. Budget allocations include rail services 3.4 million, artillery 42.8 million, engineering 32 million, commissariat 4.2 million, health 520 thousand, powder 1.06 million, geography 29 thousand.
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France
Paris
National Defence
Dr MacKay Joins Stefanusson Arctic Expedition Team
Dr MacKay joins Stefanusson in the forthcoming Canadian Arctic expedition after serving as surgeon on Shackleton Antarctic voyage. He will hold a similar role on the new Arctic mission.
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Dr. McKay
Stefanusson
Dr MacKay
MacKay Will
Prospector Rush For High Grade Ore Near The Pas
Prospectors stake claims within 160 miles of The Pas Manitoba across Hudson Bay region seeking rich copper and gold ore. Noted analyst Zen C Bateman outlines over 20 groups including Thicket Portage and Lake Cariboo areas with samples showing near eleven dollars per ton in copper and gold potential. Major obstacle is securing water power for smelters and mills to exploit deposits.
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Hudson Bay
Ontario
C. Bateman
Toron‘o
Tashimac
Hudson Tay
Portage
Manitoba
Wintering
Dominion Ironstone la
Jupiter
Boo Lake Cariboo
Keanwhile
Fas
Ing Bea Asrayet
New
Balloon crew prepares voyage from Las Canarias
Allan Joseph Brucker, formerly of Milwaukee, plans to launch a balloon voyage to Barbatos or Triton as soon as weather allows. Provisions and water for five days are aboard and engineer Krueger and a German mechanician complete the crew.
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Las
Canary Island
Aires I
Allan Joseph Brucker
Milwaukee
Brucker
Barbatoes
Trallad
Krueger
Grey to visit Mt Prin agater amid Berlin events
Grey plans an official visit ahead of a Russian Emperor’s expected presence in Berlin, marking potential significant diplomatic signaling and public attention.
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Berlin
McMillan Puts Road Progress Forward for Summer Work
McMillan Tree reports field work on the Hudson Bay Road will begin this summer. He notes six weeks in the area and 1.59% tons of piles laid out along the route. He cites better preparation, tougher terrain, and improved expectations compared with last year.
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McMillan
McMillan Tree
Helea
Shiga Real
Market Report Signals Turbulent Grain Outlook
Thompson Sone & Co. notes a stormy week in grains with fall in prices and a stronger tone from European demand. United States winter wheat belt injuries and seed conditions temper futures as sowing begins across the Northwest. Seeding progresses amid favorable spring conditions with minimal damage from frost or moisture, while Europe sustains steady buying.
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Thompson, Sone & Co
Winizeg 6
United States
Laver
Feck Uiers
Europe
France
Germany
Russia
Canberra Named In NSW Plateau City Plan
The article describes plans for a Canberra like national capital in New South Wales on a plateau of about 00 square miles. It envisions a central rising ground between lakes, with departmental buildings below and a Capitol above housing administrative offices.
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New South Wales
Canberra
Mixed Crop and Market Report From Early Spring Trade
A fragmented market brief notes wheat and barley futures easing yet cash demand remains steady. It mentions India weather, shipping totals, and price shifts with May and July contracts highlighted, alongside port prices at Duluth and Fort William.
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India
Minneapolis
Mey
Keing
Duluth
Fort Wilham
Port Arthur
Alberta
Alberta” Red Winter Wheat Sige; No. 2 Alr. B8%c; Ndaur
W.o
Burures
Fort William
Port Archur
Wireless Station Tendering Starts for Le Pas Project
A tendering process begins for a major wireless plant at Le Pas to serve the Hudson Bay Railway. A. E. Roche and Walter A. Rash arrived to survey ground and discuss construction of what will be Canada’s second largest wireless station. The $190,000 plant will have four steel towers and a 22 power engine, with work to start soon.
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le Pas
Hudson Bay
A. E. Roche
Canadian Marconi Telegraph Company
Toronto
Walter A. Rash
Radio Telegraph
Deartment of
Naval Service
Ottawa
Canada
Roch
Rash
Point Heal
Emperor urges self control to curb duels among officers
The Emperor calls attention to the high number of duels caused by officers insulting comrades or civilians. He urges officers to resist such acts, stressing that self-control and restraint must be cultivated as manly virtues. A New Year reception and a script to the army accompany the message.
Foreshadows End of Canal Dispute Between Nations
British ambassador James Iyer reports to London a favorable turn in talks with the United States over Panama Canal tolls. The exchange signals a potential settlement ending the dispute between the two countries.
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London
James Iyer
United States
Panama Canal
Joseph and the Trials of a Dreaming Prophet
A Sunday school commentary traces Josephs story from his favored status to betrayal by brothers, sale to Potiphar, and wrongful imprisonment. It links his experiences to biblical types and Habershons studies, emphasizing faith under suffering and the path toward a royal destiny.
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Ada R. Habershon
Xiad
Ean
Matt. Li
Brethre
Joba iii
Hebron
Sheehem
John
Egypt
Gilat
Pharsoh
John iii
Tim
Joe
Suffragettes Targeted in Islington Sandwich Board Attack
Suffragists wearing sandwich boards were assaulted by rival women at an Islington meeting. The attackers seized signs, tore clothing, and mauled the suffragists while a hostile mob watched until police intervened and escorted the women to safety.
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London
Sandwich
Islington
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