Ice conditions at Fort Churchill and Port Nelson report
Ottawa reports similar ice conditions at Fort Churchill and Port Nelson with rivers full of moving ice. Temperature and weather data show Nelson harbor channels heavily icebound while Churchill remains largely clear, complicating navigation along the St. Lawrence and Great Lakes head.
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Ottawa
Fort Gurchill
Port Nelson
Department of Railwaye Acé
Churchill
St. Lawrence
Nelson
Bolshevism Undermined as Opponents Suppressed
London the Warsaw correspondent of the Daily Mail reports a split in the Communist Party after Moscow anniversary events. He notes arrests of Trotsky supporters and rumors Trotzky and Zinoviev have been outlawed, with possible military revolt discussed by Stalin forces.
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London
Warsaw
The
Daily Mail
Moscow
Ao Communist Party
Uist
Wrier
Trotky
Troteky
French Hostages Released After Moorish Kidnapping
Six French captives held since October by Moorish brigands arrived at French outposts in Rabat after a 2,000,000 franc ransom paid in gold. The group included Yves Steeg, Jean Mallier, and Madame Marie Prokorot, plus two young Armand children. Steeg’s party was seized October 22 during a hunting trip. the two children were taken earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rabat
Morocco
Yves Steg
Jean Mallier
Finger Prints By Rad London Exchange Used
The text reports a wireless fingerprint exchange between Sealand Yard police and Chicago authorities. It states a London potter identified a man present as a wanted person in Chicago and that the man would be returned to the United States.
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London
Sealand Yard
Chicago
United States
Government restricts Mexico food export of staple items
Mexico City government issues an order prohibiting exports of essential foodstuffs to conserve domestic supplies. Included items are corn, wheat, beans, peas, potatoes, salt, butter and caper. Coal may also be affected.
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Mexico
Mexico City
Britain's Waning Prestige and the United States Union
Charles Edward Russell, New York editor, testified at William McAndrew's trial about British influence in U S history texts. He argued Britain’s prestige declined after World War I and could rise again through closer ties with the United States, warning that a successful London propaganda campaign might push toward an English speaking union and a broader conflict with France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Mexico and South America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dileago
Great Britain
United States
Charles Edward Russell
New York
William McAndrew
Russell
England
William Hale Thompson
London
Britain
United
France
Spain
Italy
Portugal
Mexico
South America
Drastic Manitoba Liquor Law Changes Reported
Manitoba government plans overhaul of liquor law aimed at eliminating bootlegging. Proposed changes include beer by the glass and a cash and carry system for hard liquor, replacing existing statutes when the legislature meets next month.
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Winnipeg
Manitoba
Manitoba Free Press
Five Nations Enter Olympic Winter Games 1928
Nations from Canada the United States and Europe announce plans for the 1928 Winter Games at St Moritz running February 11 to 19 with hockey, ski, bobsled, and demonstartions amid growing interest. Churchill says Lady Houston funded 7.5 million dollars act of grace. Canada’s premier Brownlee calls for unity and farm reform while two women are fined for cruelly carrying live geese in public.
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Canada
Geneva
St Moritz
Chamonix
Norway
Sweden
Poland
Czecho Siays
Britain to reduce naval program amid disarmament talks
London reports that only one of three planned British cruisers will be laid down this year. First Lord of the Admiralty W. Dundon? told Commons the government paused two ships after the tripartite disarmament conference. Critics cite rising expenditures and calls for restraint, with future shipbuilding yet to be decided.
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London
W. ©. Dundeeman
Admiralty
House of Commons
Bridgeswan
Westminster Gazette
Bridie
Prince Popular in London Amid Watering Panic
A partially readable note describes a crowd gathered in London during a water-related incident involving a prince. A vehicle scene unfolds as authorities or guards respond to the disturbance. The fragment hints at a royal presence and a rush by the prince from the scene.
Change Design Of British Coins London
On December 1 changes to British coin designs will take effect for all copper and gold coins except gold and copper coinage. Alterations affect primarily the verso side while the obverse remains unchanged.
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London
Electric Accumulator Promises Wireless Transport Revolution
The Daily Express reports in London that a powerful electric accumulator storage battery, invented by Spanish Jesuit Father Almeida, could drive an express train on a single distance without rail contact or overhead wires. A company is formed to develop it, but details await demonstration success.
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London
Daily Express
Father Almeida
Manes
Critist
Namce
Reward wheat wins at Royal Winter Fair in Toronto
A sample of Reward wheat shown by William Pierce of Mittle Man won first prize in the spring durum class at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto. Second and third places went to Western exhibitor Joseph Hames of Orkney Sask and George S Canfield of Wildrose Sask, both on Marquis. In the Durum class first prize went to Wi Darnboroweh of Laura Sask, with his son taking second and J W McGhie of Marquis Sask third. Ontario exhibitors also won prizes.
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Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Toronto
William Pierce
Mittle Man
Joseph Hames
Orkney
George S. Canfield
Wildrose
Name Stations On H B Line Boosted By Local Trade Telegram
Commissioner J H Holmes of the Board of Trade sent a telegram to Minister C A Danning naming Hudson Bay Railway stations to honor men who aided the road. The message asks government acknowledgment for Saskatchewan links and praises service honoring opening of the Hudson Bay line. London report notes 12 months sees 42 men in labor changes in Liverpool district with 10 withdrawn and 16 not acceptable by Dominion authority.
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Saskatoon
J. H. Holmes
Board of Trade
C. A. Danning
Hiudson's Bay Railway
Tee
Skatchewan
Lay
Ning
Hudson
London
Arthur Steel-Maitland
House of Commons
Liverpool
Canada
C P R Sets Record With Grain Shipments in West Canada
Canadian Pacific marked a record week of grain marketing October 22 to 23 with 25,321,006 bushels moved on lines, an 11,778,000 bushel rise from 1926. Monday October 24 saw 5,120,000 bushels marketed, exceeding western Canada's annual total. Despite heavy traffic at Transcona yards in Winnipeg, shipments proceeded without disruption, months of planning enabling the surge.
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Canadian Pacific Railway
West Darin
Canadian Pacific Lines
West
Western
Canada
Horses From Western Canada Eye Chicago Livestock Show
Western Canadian horse breeders led by famed teams plan strong entries at the international livestock exposition in Chicago this week. The Clydesdale class is expected to be lively as many familiar names are absent, including Harzety Black and JH Pearce who bred the previous year’s grand and reserve champions.
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Attern Canada
Chicago
Western Canada
Uratt Horse
Sor
JH Pearce
Chan Pioh
Canada Senator Dandurand to Represent at Geneva Meeting
Prime Minister announced that Raoul Dandurand will depart for Geneva within days to represent Canada at the forthcoming Leagues Council session. Dandurand had led Canada as its delegate when the country was elected to the council this year, and the appointment was described as non permanent.
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Dandurand
Geneva
Ottawa
Raoul Dandurand
Canada
le Ne Ome Council
King
Privy Council
Fortheoning Council
Leacus
Canadian Government Ships Eight Fighting Planes
Ottawa reports that eight fighting aeroplanes will be delivered next month to Camp Borden Ontario for military training. The planes will join existing training aircraft in three classes and complete the cycle from initial schooling to active service.
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Ottawa
Camp Borden
Ont
All-Canadian Produce Dinner Held at Ottawa
An All-Canadian Produce Dinner was held at the Royal Winter Fair in Ottawa with dignitaries including His Excellency the Governor General and Ministers from several provinces. Lord Willingdon and various provincial ministers spoke on agricultural progress since Confederation and the need to attract settlers to support further development. The immigration question was raised by Mr Headley, urging careful selection of newcomers to aid Canada’s growth.
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Dominion of Can
W. KR
Mother Well
Ariciculture
Mennor General
Lord Willingdon
Variows
Confederation
J.caldeit
Public Works
Ontario
J. Desllets
Quebec
Weller
Nova Sma
Smith
New Brunswick
Fontaine
Manitoba
British Columbia
W. M. Les
Prince Edward Jana
J. J. Robertson
Hexdhey
Asher
Canda
Mr. Headley
Manitoba's Offer to Finance Road May Be Accepted
Manitoba proposes annual payments up to 100000 for five years to cover potential operating losses as part of a rail and road construction plan from near The Page to the Hudson's Bay area. The Dominion government reportedly has a favorable impression in Ottawa. If accepted, construction near Flin Flon would boost north country development with a total estimated cost around 59 million dollars, including a possible 30 million role for railway investment.
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Winnipest
Soos Mealy
Dominion
Hudson's Bay Raihway
Pia Flea
Bearea Rment
Doublon
Ottawa
Dontuion
Homn
Charles Dunning
John Bracket
Pondalon
Manitoba
Flin Flon
Auelad Te Pim Ral
Bandits Attack Train Killers Wounded On Mexican Line
Despatches report a large band of bandits attacked a passenger train between Jalapa and Puebla during its run toward Aguascalientes. Eighteen soldiers and one civilian were killed, with nine soldiers and multiple passengers injured as the train wrecked after a failing bridge or derailment. The attack occurred near Jalapa and Puebla Veracruz route sections.
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Paocengere
Mexico City
Pamilea
Aguascalientes
Aronan
Volers
United States to cooperate on arms reduction draft
The United States will continue cooperation with the Special Disarmament Commission. Hugh R. Wilson was named American representative as the commission prepares a draft for a general conference on world armament reductions meeting in era, November 8. The action signals ongoing U S engagement in international arms control efforts.
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United States
Geneva
Washington
League
Hugh R. Wilson
Switzerland
Beeng
Commission
Saratoga Navy Carrier Commissioned in Camden
The United States Navy commissioned the new aircraft carrier Saratoga in Camden New Jersey. It displaces 38,009 tons and is capable of speeds around 22 knots. The vessel carries five aircraft and marks a significant addition to the fleet.
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Camden
United States Navy
Saratoga
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Winston Churchill
House of Coll
Lady Houston
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Jemsey Island
JK. Brownlee
Berta
Cruetty Ouswa
Hopewell
Humane Society
E.R Peacock
Glengarry
Queens University
Kingston
Dirk Ashinance
Prince
Ado Wales
Pris
Seine
Prince of
H.B. Line
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Despit
Transcora
Lave Foue
Wahpeton
Hans Langser
Richland County
Drena Witout
Sacramento
Irelon
Ireland
Northern Ireland
Joseph Doytin
Lord Craigavon
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