Inquiry clears ministers over toy ride aboard Margaret
A special inquiry led by Sir Frank Calder found Ernest Moe Garter and Jacques Bureau innocent of charges tied to an alleged toy ride on the Margaret. Witnesses including Inspector Walter Duncan and Mr. O’Connor supported the finding, with the log book to be reviewed in Ottawa. The commission will extend to general movements of the Margaret, focusing on the incident prompted by Mr Doucet’s remarks.
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Garter Moe
Ernest Apatite
Jacques Bureau
Curtoma
Margaret
Fran L. Calder
WF. O'Conner
Walter Duncan
Montreal
Calder
Ottawa
Princess
Duncan
O'Connor
Lapointe
Bureat
Mr. Calder
Mr. O'Conner
Doucet
Postpone Conference On Oil Welfare In Canada
Ottawa reports the annual Canadian conference on oil welfare postponed due to federal elections. Efforts to reschedule failed as key speakers including Sir Henry Gauvin could not be moved. Council secretary Miss Charlotte Whitton will go west in October to set a new date. The Hill Welfare Council annual meeting will be held in Ouiawa in October.
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Ottawa
Vancouver
BOC
Columbia
Henry Gauvin
London
England
Conscil
Charlotte Whitton
West
The
Hill Welfare Council
Ouiawa
Meighen Says King Hides Welter of Wickedness
Premier Meighen declares readiness to cooperate with Ontario on Northern Ontario power development. He criticizes Mackenzie King Liberals for tax policy, claiming higher sales taxes yet tax relief for the rich, and accuses the prime minister of seeking “any avenue” to obscure failures.
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Mr. King
South Bay
Meighen
Ontario
King
Church Opposes Armed Uprising in Mexico Crisis
Archbishopric leaders confirm the Roman Catholic Church will not approve armed revolt in Mexico City yet vow to “go to Calvary” if necessary. Mgr Pascual Diaz, bishop of Tabasco and secretary of the National Episcopate, spoke to the Associated Press about the religious struggle.
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Mexico City
Calvary
Mexico
Mgr. Pascual Diaz
Tabasco
Na Onal
Associated Press
Deport Miss Gibson Rome
Alienists who examined the Hon. Violet Gibson, who attempted to assassinate Premier Mussolini, recommend she be placed in an asylum. They may seek handing her over to British authorities for deportation.
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Foulg
Miss Gibson
Rome
Violet Gibson
Mussolini
Italy
Russia Faces Sharp Grain Export Hurdles This Year
King and other officials defend a government stance amid reports of a “Joy ride” in the steamer M fare controversy. Meighen and Conservative lawyers deny the circulated claims while Parliament faces scrutiny over statements by Lapointe and Doucet.
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King
J. Douce
Kent County
Lapote
Arthur Meighen
Ossory
Doucet
Mr. King
Gold Find Near Red Lake Sparks Ontario Rush
Jack Lindsay reports a specncatar discovery of free gold 0 to 35 miles northeast of Red Lake in Patricia district. Staked by Tom Bathurst, the find is described as among the most important recent discoveries. a rush by men from Hud Reed Lake has followed.
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Toronto
Red Lak
Patricia
Jack Lindsay
Lindsay
Tom Bathurst
Hud Reed Lake
Welsh ceremony honors Duke and Duchess with Gorsedd robes
The Duke and Duchess of York were honored at a Welsh festival ceremony as they were inducted into the Gorsedd of Bards. They entered in green silk robes, were welcomed with a trumpet blast, and the Duchess spoke briefly in English and Welsh to thank the organizers.
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Uke
Duchess of York
Royal Commission Report Favors Gold Standard for India
A London royal commission on Indian currency last year proposes a true gold standard by making the currency appear backed by gold without circulating gold. The panel says the plan could pave the way for future gold currency, though India may resist a gold system later.
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Royal Commission
London
Hts
India
North York Liberals pick Sifton in Newmarket race
North York Liberals nominate Harry Sifton of Toronto son of Sir Clifford Sifton to contest the Newmarket Ontario federal riding. Col AF Kirkpatrick and Aubrey Davie withdrew. The seat previously saw Premier Mackenzie King lose to Lennox. British delegates crossed Canada en route to Australia via Empress of Scotland. The first 1926 Manitoba wheat carload was loaded at Rosenfeld for Winnipeg and Oilvie Milling. Rome welcomes Airship crew led by Umberto Nobile after the North Pole flight.
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Newmarket
Harry Sifton
Toronto
Clifford Sifton
North York
Col AF. Kirkpatrick
Plain Aubrey Davie
W. L. Mackenzie King
Col. T. Herbert Lennox
Winnipeg
Canadian Pacific Railway Company
Rosenfeldt
Manitoba
Oilvie Milling Company
Alberta government acquires two railways in Canada
Edmonton declares full ownership of the Edmonton Dunveron and BC and the trans Canada Railways. The province pays 1 275 000 to Royal Bank settling a 2 460 000 claim and gains complete control. Government signals possible public operation or future private arrangements. It also terminates CPR freight and revenue agreement, seeking new terms. Premier Brownlee discussed with CPR President Beatty and D Coleman. No new CPR offer reported.
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Edmonton
Dunveron
Tral Canada Railways
Alberta
Royal Bank
Northern Railway
Canadian Pacific Railway
CPR
Premer Brownlow
EW Beatty
D. Coleman
Brownlee
C.P.R
Situation in Mexico watched with interest
Observers report tension as Catholics plan an economic boycott against government actions on religious freedom. No clear signs of boycott in Mexico City yet, but business activity rumored to slow in some areas. Government supporters defend Calles enforcement of laws while Catholic leaders vow disobedience in response.
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Mexico
League For the Defence of Religious Liberty
Mexico City
Republic
Hts
Calles
Poison Alcohol Deaths Tied to New York Warehouse Shipment
Federal agents traced a west side New York City warehouse from which poisonous alcohol was shipped, killing nearly 50 people in Western New York and Ontario. German nationals allegedly distributed 4400 gallons shipped to Buffalo. The imported denatured alcohol caused the fatalities after rectification failed.
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New York
Buffalo
N.Y
West Side
New York City
Ontario
Frank 3. Hale
William E. Dunn, Jr
Joseph Spoza
Hale
Germany
All England Team Ends Canada Tour in Triumph
The seven week British football tour concluded as the Bolton meteors captain Joe Smith announced the trip fulfilled its aim. The team played 20 games in Canada with 118 total goals, conceded 18, and praised Canada for its scenery and reception. Views on a future Canadian league cited growth for the game.
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Canada
Montroyal
Bant
Lake Louise
Vancouver
Joe Smith
Bolton
Dominion of Canada
Great Britain
Ottawa
Windsor
Overseas League Dinner Welcomes Canadian Governor General
The Overseas League hosted a dinner at Hotel Cee for Viscount Willingdon as Canada’s new Governor General. Sir Campbell Seuact Capatan, director of The Te Publishing Company, assured Willingdon of a return to England at term end. Canadian women received a warm welcome as leaders praised the bond between nations.
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Canada
Ansured
London
Willbagian
Emeceet
Hemerst
Overseas League
Cee
England
Sir Campbell Seuact Capatan
Te Publishing Company
Lord Willingdon
Crapbel
Fortun
Lord
Lairy Willingdon
Viscount Willingdon
Urges Closer Empire Unity in Imperial Debate
Premier Stanley Bruce urged stronger imperial cooperation during a debate on the imperial conference agenda. He warned that international independence by the Dominions would fracture the empire, stating Australia must pursue closer self governing ties with full recognition of each dominion’s status within the British realm.
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Melbourne
Austrans
House of Reyregotatives
Stanley Bruce
Denilons
Australia
Measures to Stop Smuggling and Border Deployment
Report on actions to curb smuggling via the Canada border notes Mounties at vulnerable points as an initial step. Department of customs pursues forthcoming changes and cooperation with customs officials to suppress illicit entry. The investigation’s recommen dations anticipate reductions in entry points and broader policy updates.
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Obama Acton
T Etems
Department of Customs
White
Assisting Immigrants London Petition on Citizenship Law
A group calling for federal action to ease naturalization and grant citizenship papers more readily urged the Canadian government to assist immigrants. They asked for transport help from Nova Scotia and Allevia to other provinces and pressed federal and provincial authorities to assume responsibility on government land and outport areas. Delegates passed the motions and prepared to depart for Bore Su.
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London
Creameress
Canada
Defer Re organization Of Alberta Cabinet Prompted By Premier’s Holiday
Alberta cabinet reshuffle delayed as Premier remains on vacation. Mr Ross’s position and potential portfolio changes await the premier’s return from holidays. Parliament adjourns until November 9 unless coal strike extends sessions. Emergency regulations renewal planned for August 20 and September 27 if needed.
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Falmonton
Alex
Ross
Botus
Pacific East
British House
King Denounces Campaign of Whispering in Saskatchewan Speech
Liberal leader King opened his Saskatchewan tour in Regina addressing about 40 people at a stadium. He denounced the whispering campaign against him by Meighen and Conservatives, argued the government was installed by smugglers, warned against parliamentary maneuvers, and urged Dominion unity. He also attacked Meighen on railway policy and noted Western Australia secession talk.
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Reina
Lander
Medghen
MacKenzie King
Saskatchewan
Igina
King
Meighen
Ftan
Mussolini
Ing
Ray Sayin
Secession League
Perth
Australia
Itm
Hod
Western Australia
Weaith
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Moses
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Ontare
Ame
Iing
Empire Parliamentary Association
Irish Free State
Umberto Nobile
Amundsen-Ellsworth
Norge
North Pole
Naples
Predmier Messottol
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League of Nations
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Quebec
Liberate
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Meaas Jaudon
International
Dominion
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