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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 30, 1921
Page
3
Lord Curzon secretary of state for foreign affairs challenged the Covenant of the League of Nations in the House of Lords. He argued Allied wartime decisions led to present difficulties and urged the United States to cooperate. questioned policy choices made in Paris and urged restraint in premature mandates discussions.
Canadian coal sent to Cherbourg in ten steamers to supply ships unable to obtain fuel in British ports amid the miners' strike. Correspondent notes the movement as part of wartime fuel arrangements and logistics with France assisting French and allied shipping.
A Cook’s Parish Church gathering in Toronto marked the opening of the Ulster Parliament with addresses denouncing Sinn Fein in the United States as propagandists seeking to inflame tensions between America and Britain. Rev Dr McFadden of the Ulster Society of Pittsburgh urged unity and the exclusion of Sinn Fein from British affairs.
Hostilities erupt between Kwan tung and Kwangsi provinces in southern China. Kwangsi forces fire first shot in Ling Shan district. British ships submit to search in the West River at Canton with cooperation of authorities.
Albania formally asks the League of Nations for a public hearing to address its grievances against Greece and Yugoslavia over Albanian territory. Greek and Yugoslav representatives urge resolution by the Council of Ambassadors, arguing they are better suited to handle the case.
Premier Stewart announced an Alberta provincial election to be held across 41 constituencies with five at large seats for Edmonton and Calgary, replacing three per district. Medicine Hat gains two seats, soldiers’ seats are abolished, and Peace River Athabasca vote on the same day as the rest.
Rear Admiral William S. Sims informed Secretary Denby that he was misquoted in press accounts about Sinn Fein sympathizers in the United States. He was recalled from leave to explain and to provide a written statement of his exact words.
The King and Queen opened Ulster Parliament with royal pomp. The King wore an admiral’s uniform and Order of the Garter sash while the Queen appeared pale in white satin. Prayers by church leaders marked the ceremony as nationalist and Sinn Fein abstained from participation. The King later conferred honors including Viscount on Baron Pirrie and knighthoods on Lord Mayor Coates, Robert Blair, and Trevor Henderson.
Ottawa reports Bank of England discount rate cut to 6 percent received with interest. The finance minister declined to comment while an official noted banking interests are directly affected. London’s role as the world gold market positions the Bank as an economic barometer and cheaper money may result.
New York reports the Tribune notes the United States would be pleased to see a Canadian minister in Washington and mirrors the idea of Canada joining closer economic and political cooperation with the United States, highlighting shared interests and world viewpoints.
Abbe Philippe Casgrain director of the Immigrant Protection Association denounces Canada's handling of arrivals. He cites deported families sent back to the Old Country with no homes left to rely on and poorer prospects after costly voyages. He urges official examination of immigrants in the Old Country.
London statisticians expect the British census to reveal growth despite war losses. They note emigration slowed by the war, and mark the 13th census since 1800, with over 38,000 enumerators involved.
Victoria plans to bring large numbers of settlers to British Columbia to fill vacant lands in the northern and central regions. Landowners in England control most parcels and will offer choices in Bulkley Nechako Vanderhoof Prince George and Lillooet districts for settlement.
London report notes Bemersyde near Melrose, Field Marshal Farr Haig’s ancestral seat, purchased by public subscription and handed over to him. In a moving letter of thanks, Haig calls it an old dream realized, not merely a hope.
Both houses adjourn after naming six members to the council of all Ireland under the Home Rule Bill. The nominees include a peer and a Labourite, formed prior to adjournment by the senate.
The Eastern and Western Directors discuss delaying active immigration work until a joint land settlement plan aligns federal and provincial efforts. They advocate coordinated legislation, full trust in settlers’ promises, and completion of a $130000 subscription while awaiting Western Premiers Conference to advance unoccupied land settlement. Major-General McRae resigns as Managing Director but pledges to push for required legislation.
A continuation of Old-Time Yarns in the West recalls Archi e McDonald ordering the Fairford Post, burning the old fort to quell hauntings. The narrator describes a rattling night watch with four fierce dogs, eerie sounds and a ghostly draught, while restorations proceed and mystery lingers around Lake Manitoba and Indian Witcher lore.
Fire of unknown origin gutted a loading tower at the Canadian National coal dock in Port Arthur Fort William. Loss estimated at 15000 dollars. Australia better buyer than states Premier Hughes said colonies bought 180000000 pounds of British goods in 1920. Per capita, an Australian was worth 18 pounds to Britain while American purchases ran 14 shillings per person.
Allied diplomats presented a joint note to the Greek government offering mediation in the Greco Turkish dispute. The Greek government declined to publish the text of the note.
The Scottish professional side defeated Vancouver amateurs 3 to 0 in a return match. No further details on date or venue are provided.
Western Canada relies on extended car use and sees new low prices as essential to restore normal conditions. The Willys Overland Model Four, now priced under a thousand dollars at Toronto, demonstrates economy and stamina with 25 to 30 mpg, some reports claiming 35 mpg, and tires lasting 10 to 14 thousand miles. The 1921 model brings improvements. Willys-Overland aims for steady demand to keep factories busy, with Winnipeg and Regina branches noting strong reductions.
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