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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 10, 1925
Page
3
Bruce Walker reports on proposed immigration policy changes under the empire scheme. The plan emphasizes English speaking settlers, emphasizes colonization, and prioritizes adaptation for other races while boosting colonization efforts and immigrant intake from Great Britain and the United States.
The Bank of Montreal reports an improving general trade picture for the year ended October 31, 1925. Current loans rise, total assets reach 785,147,876, with capital and reserve accounts up to 16,700. Upward trends appear in railways loadings employment and imports, while one indicator remains down.
The Ontario Government will press to obtain the remaining 6000 tons of Alberta coal under the intergovernmental contract via Canadian National Railways. About 1900 tons of coal arrived from a 35000 ton trial order before railway grain movement halted. Also announced is Victoria Treaches of Victoria named winner of the 1925 overseas LOUD.E. war memorial scholarship valued at 1400 dollars for study in Great Britain. Canadian National Railways reports October revenues of 5,159,958 dollars, up over 1924 and 1923.
Barnard recently piloted a large air express from Bere to London flying high above clouds. He reported fear upon sight of the ground but remained quiet throughout the flight as radio contact kept him in touch with Croydon aerodrome.
Saskatchewan authorities plan to launch a provincially supervised egg pool to begin operations in June 1926, with contracts awarded across municipalities to form a permanent board. The effort, still attracting headquar ters and signatories, aims to secure sufficient contracts by year end to enable a nationwide poultry pooling framework.
The Parker House in Boston, birthplace of the Parker House Roll, faced demolition after years of serving travelers since 1851. Preliminary steps were taken to clear the site for a modern structure, as the Dickens Fellowship held a farewell visit and preserved heirloom roots connected to Ian Dickens.
Jacob Field known as Jakie, once a prominent free lance street trader, left the New York Stock Exchange after a long career. He began as a messenger and rose to active status, disposing of stock at the highest price on record from a broker’s branch office.
London reports twelve Communist leaders were sentenced at the Old Bailey with five principal prisoners given 12 months and seven others months, a major setback for the party. The group faced charges tied to mutiny act violations. Lillian Cave, a British Secret Mission member, is reported held by Druses in Hesbelya with stable conditions. In Washington, Smithsonian seeks a $19 million public appeal to fund new scientific projects and ongoing programs.
In London Captain JF Bentley told a high court he originated the tank idea in the Great War and sues the British Government for 1.5 million dollars in compensation, asserting the army used his concept.
Native groups resist colonial pressure as tensions rise over control of resources. Affected communities fear eviction and depict resistance through protests and defensive measures amid ongoing disputes with colonial authorities.
Kate Beem faces murder charges tied to the September last year death of Matthew McLean on a South Fort Geuree reserve. Alexander Bird, Frank Bird, and Albert Ret are named in the case. arrests followed provincial actions and local celebrations noted amid a charged scene at the Sprite Assizes.
Alberta progressives discuss possible co operation with the Liberal Government at a Calgary conference of newly elected UPA members. Roberta from Acadia appointed to present Alberta views to Premier King. Conservative tariff stance seen as barrier to alliance. Three cooperative aims outlined: rural credit, transferable vote, transfer of natural resource control to provincial government.
Grain movements across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta reached multi million bushel totals with Vancouver elevator stocks near capacity. CP Railway reported 590958 bushels in stock and a prairie total of 2547 bachels. West markets saw 1,572 cars loaded and 1441 inspected.
The League of Nations has registered 1,000 treaties including exchanges between Sweden and Norway regarding their arbitration convention of 1911. The covenant clause requiring all member nations to register treaties is highlighted, with President Wilson stressing its diplomatic importance as a tool for advancing international affairs.
After months of talks between a large syndicate and the Toronto harbor commission, plans are nearly finalized for a water and mine warehouse costing about 8 million dollars. The facility will span the harbor front and serve American and European shipments, becoming the largest inland storage structure in North America.
The Ryouk of 8467 tons net, sailing from Vancouver on October 18 bound for Kobe, limped into Honolulu amid storms. The bridge, chart room, and cabin were badly damaged and gates and rear sections were set by the force of the gale.
A Jasper National Park report notes black and brown bears growing tame, breaking into cottages and camps for food. Photographs show bears at a construction camp treating humans as friends rather than enemies, prompting destruction of such sites.
Confused reports say factions backing the Manchurian warlord Marsal Chave clash in Peking. Some claim General Kuo Sune Lien has captured Mukden and imprisoned Chang, while others say Chang’s loyalists damaged the railway at Chinwene to hinder Kuo Hangdirn’s advance,暂 Mukden pacts unclear.
Police shield Japanese premier after letters threatening his life. Security around his residence tightened as investigators link the threats to a broader assassination plot. An associated suspect, facing potential death penalty, said he planned to strike the premier and other high profile figures in a blaze of glory.
A Brooklyn federal court held the New York bound steamship Eastern King suspect in an opium smuggling case after a large consignment was found when the steamer docked. Federal charges accuse the crew of attempting to bring ten pounds of opium into the United States. bail was set at $25,000.
Torrential rain lasting about one hour 20 minutes caused widespread flooding in Athens. More than 160 people are feared dead as floodwaters swept through refugee areas and collapsed many houses. Inmates were buried in ruins as streets like Anagrostapores filled with water.
The British dominions and Locarno pact are debated in Lords with calls for dominion support for the treaty. Earl of Balfour expresses confidence in the outcome and moral unity behind Britain, while Lord Haldane suggests informing dominion governments of negotiations and letting them decide their stance.
The Reichstag approved the security pact and arbitration treaties at Locarno and endorsed Germany's entry into the League of Nations. Ratification will occur soon as Chancellor Luther and Foreign Secretary Suesmann move to sign. Opposition came from Loyalists and Nationalists led by General Port.
The government relaxes Canadian coasting rules allowing 0.8 vessels to load grain for winter storage. Unloading shell organs at Canadian ports remains a condition during resumed navigation next spring. Vancouver board of trade figures this as a major Canada concession, amid Financial support for the British Empire Exhibition and railway leaders visiting the coast.
The Canadian Nurses For China Calgary group will rate funds to send a delegation to the international nurses convention in China in 1926. Metis were formed to meet at the convention, which was attended by about 90 delegates from every section.
Ovawa- Wmamnvronga from Sask won first prize and the championship in beans at the Ottawa fair, keeping the province ahead in the display. Competition from the west was not expected to challenge. The seed exhibit at Ottawa is described as the largest and best arranged in the period.
Manitoba appoints 184 graduate of St Uoniface College Hector Allard as 1925 Rhodes scholar. Allard has a long record of scholastic achievement and has won many medals and awards. He is also proficient in college sports.
Former finance minister WS Fielding quietly marked his 7th birthday on November 24 at his Ottawa home. Though out of active politics, he remains engaged, keeping a lively interest in public affairs.
Marty Warren, 21, a University of British Columbia student, has been awarded a Rhodes scholarship. The notable recipient is among four U S students recognized by the university officials for this prestigious award. Warren’s selection highlights cross border academic achievement and international recognition.
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