Death of Sir James Edgar Speaker of the House
Toronto reports the death of Sir James Edgar, speaker of the House of Commons, after an operation failed to restore his declining health. He died tonight at 1x o clock, surrounded by MPs and colleagues, with tributes from Sir Wilfrid Laurier and others noting his long service and fairness in the chair. The death marks a historic first for a sitting speaker.
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Wilfrid Laurier
Nada
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Universal Peace Hague Conference Final Sitting Report
The final sitting announced sixteen states signed the arbitration convention with fifteen aligned to two other conventions. declarations prohibiting explosives from balloons and deadly projectiles were discussed. some major powers declined to sign. Separate notes report a Winnipeg fire damaging stables, streetcar unrest in Cleveland, and a sup court session in Whitewood with acquittals and ongoing trials.
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Feeaia Tee
Winnipeg
Canadian Iron Promises New York Battle in Canada Bounty
Frank Baird of this city testified before the New York state commerce commission about Canadas iron and steel revival. He cited a five to six year bounty of 2 a ton on pig iron and plans for Nova Scotia furnaces. He warned of costly expansions, warned Canada could face bankruptcy, and noted Welland canal advantages for blast furnaces. He dismissed iron ore conspiracy talk as visionary. In Toronto News a separate wind storm report recounts rescues at York Street and Isle Louisa Point with a drowning at Church Street. General Gorman Blanco of Venezuela is reported dead in Paris.
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Kimshil Marl Arrives at Victore s on Past Time
Oriental News reports the Kimshil Marl arriving at Victoria British Columbia after a voyage from China. Dr Eastlake of New York is introducing an electric trolley system into Japan. Plague nearing elimination in some areas. treaties to take effect August 17. A terrible hurricane hits the Japanese coast causing devastation and casualties in Tokushima Saito Maru Arga Mara. Aorangi sails to Honolulu Suva Brisbane Sydney with 1503 tons beer among cargo. Vancouver's trade growth noted with weekly bank receipts and Victoria dollar value.
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Klondike Nearer Home Rich Ore Hit In Ontario Mine
Reports from the Marston area south of Wabigoon describe immensely rich ore found by miners opening a new locality. Nuggets of gold were struck a few feet below the surface in a vein touted as richer than the Mikado ore. The Cracker Jack mine on Dog Fly Lake, Lower Manitou, is also yielding similarly rich ore under Reginald Keating. No exact value is given. ore likely brings thousands of dollars per ton. The Glass Reef and Cracker Jack lie about fifteen miles apart, with the Glass Reef southeast of the Barker mine recently sold for 2 000.
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Fire destroys Whitemouth store and dwelling
A fire at midnight consumed the Whitemouth store and dwelling of the Winnipeg River Trading company, owned by T. H. Cormegan. The family escaped unharmed as crews watched nearby houses. A lamp caused the blaze and several men guarded adjacent properties as flames spread.
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Record of Local Events and Notices in Telegraphic Fragments
Fragmentary telegraph items report on railway matters, hotel applications, municipal council decisions, and labor strikes. Notable names appear obliquely across scattered lines, with fragmented notices of river traffic, hotel plans, and regional sales.
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Mine Tragedy at Sovereign Mine Claims Two Men
London B C July 19 A serious accident at the Sovereign mine costs Ellis Wile Tame his life while a comrade is severely injured. The two men were contracted workers starting a shift when charges misfired causing a blast. Dr Powers attended the injured, and workmen reported the fatality as local authorities began investigations.
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Bricklayers' alliance sparks large scale building strike
Amid rumors of a broader vendetta, brick fakers' strike could trigger a citywide walkout by building trades with an estimated 50,000 workers. Bricklayers' committers began their work today as tensions mount in the construction scene. Halifax July 30 article notes inquiry into the Portia wreck blames Capt A. J Masters. certificate suspended for six months. Toronto July 20 Ponton trial evidence reaches 150,000 words. Coburg trial begins August before Chancellor Boyd.
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