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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 24, 1927
Page
3
Reported deliberations show Canada's government sees no need to deploy troops to China given the ongoing civil strife. The cabinet emphasizes protecting foreign residents while avoiding entanglement in China’s nationalist movement and extraterritorial privileges.
The British Lutheran pastoral conference ended sessions by opposing religious instruction funded by government schools. It urged St John’s congregation to start a Christian day school and requested the Alberta and British Columbia mission board to send three more missionaries for the interior.
British envoy Lord D Abernon returns from Berlin saying Germans favor British games but the Reichstag approves 255000 dollars to fund Olympic candidacy research. R J Scott KC leads Alberta school reference counsel in Ottawa, with term research set for early next month.
New York commander Richard Byrd to compete in a landmark air race from New York to Paris with a three engine Wright built aircraft. The Times notes a May or June start, a 4600 mile radius, and potential rival Rene Fonck as a challenger.
The Weekly Truth says a July royal visit to Canada would be impossible. It notes a month away from England at that time implicates the King’s need to decline the invitation. It also suggests a future royal tour to the Irish Free State could be acceptable to all parties.
Britain informs the United States that its replies to reservations about the World Court are tantamount to rejection of US terms. London stresses that its instrument, drawn at Geneva last year, does not fully accept the fifth US reservation on advisory opinions. The reply is viewed as blocking conditions for Britain’s possible entry.
Federal records show Ottawa Home Bank depositors received 2 728 262 from the federal government to date in 1926 loan programs. Total distributions in 1925 reached 849 569 as part of the defunct bank settlement. Ontario Liquor Commission news notes Premier Ferguson’s strong man to lead, with several appointees named to support the commission.
A line in the House of Commons tabled statement shows an unforeseen expenses item of $160 listed as entertainment expenditure by Government House for Queen Marie of Romania in Ottawa.
England may inform powers at the first opportunity that it desires the League of Nations to intervene in the Chinese situation. The move signals rising efforts to involve the League in curbing unrest and guiding international responses amid regional tensions.
Hon J A Robb tabled estimates of 1 909 000 for Canadian merchant marine and measures to aid natural resources. The House saw petitions on transferring Alberta resources, a pension cap for Victoria Cross winners, and bills on coal freight rates, rural credits, old age pensions, and Soldier Settlement land revaluation. Government also announced a 12 million loan to Montreal Harbor and a scheme confirming Grand Trunk Pacific debenture stock arrangements.
A Canadian National Railways note indicates immigration at Halifax is up about 11 percent compared with January and early February. The report suggests a stronger trickle of arrivals into the Dominion as the new year begins, a sign that a larger influx may occur this season.
Premier John Bracken presented the Legislature with the government plan for a beer referendum bill to be crafted to satisfy all parties. He defended the move as justified and outlined immigration policy, a central agricultural development board, and mining expert guidance for mineral development. Heart disease tops deaths in New York, now a leading killer if not checked, potentially one fifth of the population.
The Privy Council approves a slave treaty amid formal ties with Japan era policies. Officials signal adherence to agreed terms while observers note potential impact on trade and regional relations.
Four of a dozen contestants for the Northern Saskatchewan Winter Carnival Queen crown are pictured in Albert where March 9 to 11 will host events. Miss Eagle and Miss Graham hail from Prince Albert, Miss Cudenacre from Leask, and Miss Mary Gaston from Shellbrook, with others from Saskatoon Regina and nearby towns. The queen and court will ride in the big dog derby, receive the silver trophy donated by Premier King, and attend nightly balls at the Armouries as the carnival, the era’s largest Western Canada event, unfolds.
The British House of Commons debated a Labor amendment on China policy with a 300 to 118 vote. Sir Austen Chamberlain explained the government's stance amid negotiations, noting a limited Indian brigade at Shanghai unless dangers arise. Ramsay MacDonald defended Labor’s position while acknowledging the foreign secretary’s speech.
Premier Gard in the Saskatchewan Legislature announced an intended amalgamation of Saskatchewan Cooperative Jes Limited and Creameries Limited in Moose Jaw. He stated the move aims to create a new company named Saskatchewan Cooperative Creameries Limited, operate under the existing Co operative Creameries Act, and require amendments for full legislative discussion once introduced.
Canada spent 45.97 million dollars in pensions war claims land settlement and memorials during the year ended March 31, a net increase of 872 thousand from the prior year. The figures exclude interest on war debt and come from the auditor-general's report.
The Soviet government restores part of Feodor Chaliapin’s confiscated estate in Yaroslav province. The renowned singer, living abroad, is expected to return to Russia soon and his wife and family will occupy the property in Moscow’s flat.
Ottawa reports the Civil Service report on salary revision completed and due to be considered by the cabinet council. The plan proposes raises up to 5100 dollars annual pay, with total exposure of 2900 dollars and increases ranging 50 to 180 dollars yearly. Lower grades receive larger percentages and changes would start with the new fiscal year.
An American citizen, Aaron Kopman, describes brutal conditions in Perm prison camp after 15 months’ confinement. He says he was expele d by the white political police and alleges arrest in 1924 while visiting as a New York business representative for alleged violations of the state monopoly.
Report from Vigo quoted by Daily Mail describes a revolt in Oporto with about a hundred to two hundred dead. A bomb struck a room hosting the U S consul, destroying the room minutes before arrival. Victims include Lopes Teixeira, Alvaro Castro, Norton de Matos, Jaime de Morais, and officials at a post office and library.
Savings deposits in Colonial banks increased last year at about a million dollars weekly. In December totals reached 1.515 billion dollars, with loans and call money showing changes over the prior month.
In the past nineteen years pure bred horses have increased about 50 percent while purebred cattle gain reached three hundred fifty per cent. John Merlin notes figures amid remarks by a tarlo minister of A.
BL Lewis Kaufman of Baltimore was convicted of disorderly conduct and sentenced to 10 days in jail after a disputed remark about hanging a vision and a novelty shop. The case centers on statements about selling out and men and cents, reflecting tensions in 19th century dialogue.
The Italian cruiser San Giorelo, per I Trevere, will head to Naples to assist China by month end. She will carry marines and possibly several units of Fascist militia.
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