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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
7
A massive water tank weighing 190 tons crashed through a four story building in Roc, killing several workers including young women and injuring many others. Fire followed as the structure collapsed, trapping victims amid burning debris. Fire crews faced extreme danger but saved some, while insurance and property losses ran high at roughly 952,540 with 175,000 stated. This marks the fourth major tank fire incident faced by the Herald in a single year.
A Brooklyn policeman noted a failed bomb attempt at a saloon. The device was powerful enough to wreck the building and endanger residents. The owner had received threatening letters demanding money. An examination followed to determine the danger and identify suspects.
One Sunday school convention in the province anticipates extensive features and expert participation. Railroads will provide special allowances. delegates hear talks from leading educators. Lunches are arranged for SRC workers and elementary teachers, with follow up conferences by interdenominational groups.
Lord Kitchener resigns from the Mediterranean division command after a return voyage from Australia via America. In Parliament ministers discuss the move while notes on its impact for Dominion forces are raised. In Phoenix, Effie Larson survives a bear attack with injuries to her neck and shoulder after a swift rescue and intervention.
A fragmented report outlines proposed provincial policies on farm elevators and government aid to farmers, debating ownership, funding for a farmers' elevator, and government roles. It notes gains in wheat and oats, livestock shortages, strong pasture, and rising prices for milk and butter amid favorable weather and beef market signals, with mixed opinions on state involvement.
fragmented OCR report notes prosecutions at Fort Frances and Fort Fra. mentions fur dealers, wolf bounty cases, and a judge imposing fines and sentences. references Winfiied and Winnipes ae, with various names obscured. outcomes include convicted individuals and terms on note payment and fraud charges.
An unclear Indian diplomatic report outlines a new foreign affairs appointment involving the diplomat Hardinge. The text mentions connections to Lord Petersbare and Admiral Rejestvone with references to Russia and Japan, indicating a broader reshuffle in the foreign service and a transition from prior positions to a secretaryship.
Fragmented OCR text mentions buffaloes arriving in a shipment to a national park. It notes 34 cows and 12 bulls, with eight bulls forward to the National Park, and a reference to a government park containing buffalos. The rest of the sentence is unclear due to damaged text.
Officials in a Tennessee town push new regulations to govern barber conduct. The move follows a dangerous incident where a customer was reportedly shaved and his hair singed, with penalties outlined for violations of the provisions.
Government statistics show March cost of living in the United States higher than any March in the past twenty years. The commerce department data indicate wholesale price increases of 5 percent from 1898 levels and overall consumer prices well above the long term average, with retail prices predicting further sharp gains.
For Dominion Day a round trip fare is offered by Canadian Pacific Railway. Officials including J Macleo Alta Major Jo Fawcett Alterman A. T. Lathes EJ Maldon and City engineer G Althan resign over a dispute about granolithic iderslis.
A Montreal builder Albert Estough and his adopted daughter Enid leaped from the Victoria Bridge into the St. Lawrence River. A single witness saw them fall together as the swift current claimed both lives. The motive remains unclear and the ages are given as 48 for the man.
Fragmentary text hints at discussions on trade relations between Nas and the United States government. Mentions a treaty design and expectations for England and settlement of variances. No clear names, dates, or concrete actions available.
The remains of Goldwin Smith lie beside his wife in St John’s churchyard after simple services at The Grange and the University College chapel. Vicar R J Moore read Anglican ritual, with W H Wallace, pastor, reading scripture. The University and prominent locals attended the proceedings.
Saskatchewan Methodist Conference reports new ministers welcomed and five others ordained for special purposes as part of church leadership changes.
The finance department reports last fiscal year showed receipts above ordinary expenditures by over 22 million dollars with a net surplus of 22,001,195 and a final year end deficit of 536,956,448. Expenditures included capital works for railways, public utilities, and miscellaneous items. The report notes a revenue rise of about 1.5 million and details subsidies and bounties totaling several million dollars.
Ottawa announces expanded conventional tariff access for Belgium Holland and Italy. Principal Canadian goods to enter Italy include timber furniture paper and machinery while Belgian Dutch access covers timber pulp paper and manufactured textiles. wheat and fish are excluded. The note indicates intermediate rates remain but are lower than earlier terms and extend to France in some cases.
An aviator completed a New York to Philadelphia and return flight in a biplane, winning a Times offered prize. He lifted from Governor's Island, set a southerly leg, descended briefly, and resumed, completing the round trip in about an hour of actual flight.
New records emerge in Francis Saskatchewan land sales with a highest price of 17.17 dollars and 257 parcels listed to local buyers. In nearby areas Greenwood British Columbia sees a liquor license increase to 900 dollars annually as wholesale prices rise across 5 Columbia.
The passage blends a religious study on the parable of the tares with reflections on the end times and the kingdom of heaven. It cites biblical chapters and verses, discusses perseverance in faith, and contrasts true believers with deceptive influences. A brief obituary notices Admiral Sir William Inari remarks close the excerpt.
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