Closure Rejected After House of Lords Debate
In a heated Lords session closure was invoked amid protests by Labour peers over a miners bill. The motion led to clashes, adjournments, and removal of Labour members as the government sought to push the measure. The division ended with 14 to 4 in favor of closure, signaling continued struggle over the bill.
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House of Lares
Lords
Bern
Eufe
Losi
Vienne
Thule’ Blenndte
Labortien de Lar
Eax
Lady Astor Called Liar in Commons Dispute
In a heated House of Commons debate about West Ham Borough and social conditions, Lady Astor was called a liar by MPs. Lloyd George’s ally Mr Lansbury and others contended she interfered in poverty affairs, leading to interruptions and apologies amid charges of ignorance and disgust.
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London
Jack Astor
Jones
West Ham
Geore
Lansbury
Laborite
Lso
Delicate Constitutional Issue At Imperial Conference
A delicate constitutional issue will be discussed at the Imperial Conference in October. The role and powers of governors general will be examined, with Dominion representatives to address freedom and the possibility of the Crown’s officers remaining in office under the Megien Government.
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Lord Hien
Wol
Mackenzie King
Duncinion
Clarendon to Visit Canadian Settlement Mission Trip
Lord Clarendon will travel with T MacNaughton across Canada to discuss land settlement questions. They will not give public addresses, and the Canadian press notes the voyage is a long arranged tour by imperial authorities.
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Clarendon
Canada
Wader
Dominions
Ptt
London
Yorkshire
Ereray
Comeane
Presa
Lord Clarendon
T . MacNaughton
Stee
Nerseas
Fear of Famine After Mexico Floods Hit Crops
Reports say floods destroyed crops across Mexico threatening famine if imported food is not rushed in. Railways and train service between key lines were submerged. isolation of the capital loomed as Puebla and surrounding areas faced severe damage.
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Mexico City
el Paso
Lares
Puebla
Customs Probe Continues Under Excise Department
The investigation into the administration of the Department of Customs and Excise proceeds with a plan to appoint a judicial tribunal approved by the exchequer court. The inquiry aims to strengthen enforcement of the law and determine best enforcement methods.
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Department of Customs and Excise
Ing
Vite
Dges
Exchequer
Harvest Plans in Alberta For Crop Supply
Alberta moves to secure harvest help with a preliminary acreage survey by the branch. A conference with the Western Passenger Association in Winnipeg will unite Alberta with western provinces, slated for July 16 with Walter Smitten possibly attending as labor commissioner. Winnipeg raids target Bulletin contests. five other publications were raided as authorities push to shut down alleged detriment competitions. Hon Herbert Greenwood attends marriage of Mrs and Banford witnessed by close relatives at First Presbyterian Church.
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Alberta
Hamonton
Western Passenger Association
Winnipeg
Walter Smitten
Bulletin
T. Mace Wrested
Poters Tunning
Herbert Greenwood
Mariore Greenwood McCormack
W. H. Ban
Banford
de McQueen
First Presbyterian Church
Demands Dismissal Of British Officer Amid River Crisis
A distorted report claims Canton officials demand dismissal of a British officer after a tense incident on the Sikiane River. It notes threats to close the port and refers to the death of M. Philippe, British manager of the Assite Petroleum Company, who was abducted by bandits.
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Camen
Tovernioen
Porte
Sikiane
Hese
Phililpe
Hubbert
Phillipe
Assite Petroleum Company
Ater
Petrie Abandons Egyptian Work for Palestine Transfer
Sir Flinders Petrie, famed Egyptologist, plans to abandon work in Bespt and shift archaeological activity to Southern Palestine due to opposition from the Egyptian department under French director Laoua. He cites hindrances forcing Thebes excavators to idle while awaiting new discoveries from two years prior.
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Flinders Petrie
Palestine
London
Egyptaloei
Sir Flinders Petrie
Bespt
Ant
Activites
Laoua
Sir Flinders
Datty Express
Thebes
No clear field in federal race as Meighen plots revival
Reports from Ottawa and Montreal describe Liberal and Conservative rumors about candidacy moves. Former Ontario leaders and ministers are named for possible contests while Premier Meighen seeks cabinet picks and possibly Sir Robert Borden's return to politics to aid in the looming federal campaign.
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Ho Ts
Attie ‘Ching Twas
George Mner
Ker
Immaigration
Priethoro
Thomas A. Law
Tostue
Trade and Commerce
Renfrews
Kenzie King
North York
F. Drury
Ontario
Nort
Simcoe
WA. Boys
The
Globe
Jobe
Martin
Optario
Meighen
Ottawa
Ale Petfolion
Euson
Queen's Park
Otay
Montreal
le Devotr
Henri Bourassa
SEP
la Belle
Robert Borden
Canada
Meichem
Robert Heyden
Labor Opposes German Coal Purchases in Commons
In the House of Commons Labour factions opposed further coal imports from Germany amid a £2,000 appropriation vote for payees. Wheatley of Health objected to government policy toward Germany, while Yorks mineowners agreed to wage concessions, easing passage of the High Court mines bill’s final stages.
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Lenin
House of Commons
Wlhers
Eiger
Wheatley
Germany
Beache
Snowslide Swamps BC Rail Near Revelstoke Injuries Unconfirmed
A massive slide east of Revelstoke near Lauretta sent boulders and water across the Canadian Pacific Railway, washing away an engine and four cars, with one car missing and a likely burial feared. Heavy rocks and timber blocked tracks. rerouting anticipated as floodwaters inundated the line after heavy rain.
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Revelstoke
Vancouver
Canadian Pacific Railway
Lauretta
Armament Committee Adjourns Until August
Armament Committee adjourns until August and will reconvene to study armament limits and preparedness. The body weighs peace time forces, wartime forces, and mobilization of general resources, with emphasis on expert analysis and League of Nations guidance.
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Armament Committee
Veneta
Millwart
League of Nations
Seulu
Cormunique
Enu
London Meat War Signals Price Cuts by Packing Firms
The Daily Mail reports a meat war in London with rival packing firms cutting prices below cost. Beef from Argentina is cited amid relentless pricing tactics. The tabloid notes losses at major firms and a public market squeeze continuing unless one firm withdraws.
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London
Maine
Daily Mac
Midthfield
Daily Mail
Mat
Miraculous Escape From Train Death In Canada
A one year old daughter of Ralph Robinson of Fast Williams Ontario slept on a railway verge and a Canadian National train passed over her without injury. She remained still as the wheels crossed, then walked home exhausted but unharmed. Local reports note a near miraculous survival amid rail interruptions and coal shortages.
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Ralph
Robinson
Fast Williams
Canadian National Railways
Two Dolls on Empress World Tour
On the Empress of Scotland cruise around the world two dolls named Fit and Georgette amused passengers. Described as Parisian blondes and fashion bound, they posed on deck with guards and bayonets while watching examinations and drawing admiring glances from travelers.
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Scotland
Fit
Georgette
Giorgette Palle
Isa Brugette
Sorbonne
Eiven
Empress of Scotland
Geor
Question of Equal Status for Dominions
London debates the status of dominions after World War I. Lord Parmoor asks details on treaties and imperial leverage. Lord Clarendon says issues will be discussed at the imperial conference after Ottawa reports are digested. Government aims to uphold equal status as a core principle.
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London
Lord Parmoor
Britain
Hiedom
Lord Clarendon
Railway Union Upholds Chief in Confidence Vote
Weymouth Eng Honr Thomas, general secretary of the National Union of Railways, receives backing from delegates after a general strike dispute. Union votes to reaffirm leadership amid controversy over his signing of an award by the National Waxes Board and calls for resignation.
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Weymouth
Thomas
Natons Union of B
Swaders
Conte
National
Waxes Board
Mackenzie King and Meighen Clash Over Parliament
Mackenzie King accuses Premier Meighen of courting dissolution and challenges his constitutional stance. The dispute centers on cabinet appointments and the temporary government, with King claiming the government planned prorogation before dissolution and criticizing the governor's role and parliamentary procedures.
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King
Meighen
Britain’s new flying boat machine ready for trials
A British flying boat developed by Blackburn Aeroplane and Wace Engineering aims to spot submarines and perform reconnaissance. It features a 2000 hp engine, costs about £60,000, and accommodates a narrator, three pilots, and a crew of about ten.
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Blackburn
Wace Engineering
Relics From Former Days Donated To Local Organization
The article notes relics of past times including a Red River cart and guns mounted for display at a local post. It mentions Manitoba historical ties, Soviet era stances, and collaboration with Dominion regions while detailing donors and a local organization’s involvement in preserving these artifacts.
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Croswer
Kiel
Mietorle
Dominion
Meighen Junior Aims For Laval Law Study
Queder Twadore Meighen son of Canada’s prime minister plans to study law at Laval University. About 141 candidates are listed for admission to the annual bar examination, with focus on study or practice of law. Viscount Willingdon, Canada’s governor general, recently met King George VI after succeeding Lord Byng.
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Laval University
Queder— Twadore Meighen
Aason
Meighen
Heen
Lord Willingdon
London
Wilitordon
Lord Byng
Panada
George
Lord Willingedon
China
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