Lloyd George Sets Terms For Turkey After Peace
London remarks on the Turkish question outline British promises and harsh peace terms. Premier Lloyd George argues India aided conquest and Britain must keep its word to avoid weakening prestige in Asia. He cites dismantling Turkey’s military and forbidding troops or a navy as key consequences unless allies veto changes.
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London
House of Com
Lloyd George
India
Turkey
Asia
Great Britain
Timber Scarcity Forecast At Forestry Convention
George Tunstall of the Dominion forestry branch warned that timber famine is inevitable within fifty years unless cutting methods change and wastelands are reforested. He noted lumber prices must rise before forestry can profit, Manitoba’s expected annual cut is 50 million feet. Also reported are repatriation figures of 190,000 POWs and 43,110 officers from French camps since January 20.
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Forestry Convention
George Tunstell
Dominion Forestry Branch
Tunstell
Manitoba
Paris
French War Office
Currie Urges Canadian Militia Strength and Readiness
Gen Currie told the Canadian Artillery Association that opponents of a strong militia in Canada are Bolshevik-leaning or financially thriving from war profits. He urged total preparedness to deter attacks and endorsed reorganization of Canada’s militia with paid adjutants to maintain training across units.
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Ottawa
Canada
Sir Arthur Currie
Canadian Forces
Canadian Artillery Association
Sir Arthur
Sugar Control Rescinded by Canadian Sugar Board
The Canadian Sugar Board abruptly rescinded its seven month old orders fixing sugar prices to test if price controls were effective and beneficial. Aimed to allow retail margins, the fixed price was 15 cents per pound plus freight with retailers earning about 1.4 cents per pound. Rising costs and exchange pressures prompted changes, and the board cancelled sugar control for the season.
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Ottawa
Svg
Canada
Board of
Tornado destroys homes and church in Benicarlo Spain
A tornado swept over Benicarlo on Spain's eastern coast, destroying thirty houses and a church. The town lies about 80 miles northeast of Valencia. Local authorities opened emergency response and relief operations for affected residents.
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Spain
Madrid
Benicarlo
Valencia
Long Promised Home Rule Bill Presented in Parliament
The long promised Home Rule bill is presented with a two parliament model for Ireland. It outlines northern and southern assemblies sharing powers on education local government agriculture and taxes while imperial control covers foreign affairs defence and higher courts. Land annuities proceeds would be gifted to both parliaments to fund operations.
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London
Lloyd George
Ireland
Britain
al de Frequente
Ler
No Diplomatic Relations With Soviet Russia
London reports the supreme council has decided not to renew diplomatic relations with the Soviet until it adopts civilized government methods. The move supports commerce with cooperative societies in Russia and urges border states to cease fighting Soviet Russia, signaling a conciliatory shift despite no political ties.
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London
Supreme Council
Russia
Europe
Paris
Lloyd George
Compensation Act Upheld In Court Manitoba Ruling
The Manitoba Court of Appeal upheld the Workmen's Compensation Act for Manitoba, affirming it has full provincial jurisdiction. The Knowauko versus Tremblay case questioned whether the act overrides common law, with the appeal court ruling in favour of the act and its applicability within the province. The decision sets the stage for potential escalation to the Supreme Court of Canada.
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Manitoba
Supreme Court of Canada
Manitoba Cot
Knowauko
Tremblay
Osiff
Fort Tred
Manitoba Set to Amend Rural Credits Act Amid Deadlock
George W. Prout MI A administrator says amendments will be introduced in the Manitoba legislature to break the deadlock among rural credit societies. The plan would allow the department to open deposit credits in the province and dispense with bank financial aid entirely, despite banks' refusal to discontinue lending at interest.
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Manitoba
Winnipeg
George W. Prout
Treaty Ratification Debate Divides Senate Alliances
Washington discusses the peace treaty as ratification nears with Republicans split on terms. Some lawmakers expect a clear vote timing within weeks, while others foresee a protracted contest if the issue remains undecided.
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Washington
Cne
Oitchapaes
Doeneracl Jeadens
Senate
Moezel to Succeed Erzberger in Finance Ministry
Moezel was chosen to take over as head of the German finance ministry after Mathias Erzberger resigned from the post on January 27. Erzberger had served as under secretary and deputy prior to his departure.
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Moezel
Colby to Succeed Lansing as Secretary of State
Colby of New York, a Progressive party leader under Theodore Roosevelt, will replace Robert Lansing as Secretary of State. The nomination signals a shift in the administration’s foreign policy direction.
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Colby
Lansing Washington
Bainbridge Colby
New York
Progressive Party
Theodore Roosevelt
Robert Lansing
BC Farmers Decline Entering Politics This Year
The United Farmers of British Columbia close their convention with a resolution against immediate political action. Weeks of Kelowna says no decision on disputed issue. Leaders note that without stronger organization and growth the party cannot advance. The group remains wary of entering provincial politics this year.
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Victoria
United Farmers of
British Columbia
Weeks
Kelowna
British Colsbia United Farmers
Ontario
Alberta
Copeland
Tac
St Ong Ven
Bolsheviks Claim Constantinople Spark International Debate
A fragmentary report notes Bolshevik claims over Constantinople, reportedly linked to a document issued by Nikolai I and debated by officials in Geneva. The piece mentions Russia’s interest and a pledge connected to the city, amid broader tensions over control and legitimacy.
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Geneva
Nikolai
Russia
Poorly Paid Pedagogues Winnipes Manitoba Teaching Union
Opening session of the Manitoba Teachers Association reports minimal pay increases since 1914. Rural school salaries averaged 791 dollars, with rural teachers having just three years of experience versus city teachers at fourteen. The talk links low wages to youth emigration and educational inefficiency.
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Manitoba
Theacher
Pena
Bethe of Cher
Asquith Wins Paisley By Election In Bygone Campaign
Former Premier H. H. Asquith won the Paisley by election with 14 736 votes. Labor candidate J M Biggar 11 902 and Unionist Cassionist J A D MacKean 3 795. Result greeted by mixed cheers and jeers from about 10 900 spectators as Asquith appeared on a balcony amid tumult and attempted remarks.
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Labor London
Her
Asquith
Paisley
J. M. Biggar
J. A. D. MacKean
Russian War Losses Reported by Press and Trade Gloom
A Russian loss estimate is put at 32 trillion rubles, with the nation unable to export presently yet compelled to import provisions valued at about one billion rubles. The conflicting reports cite domestic damages and continuing strain on trade.
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Liba
Soviets Seek Peace Terms With Great Powers
The article reports Soviet diplomats approaching the great powers with peace terms, while Canadian agronomists discuss durum wheat development. Professors Waldron and Southworth from Manitoba agriculture present experiments at the Manitoba Agricultural College, noting maturity timelines and varieties relevant to Manitoba farming.
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Winnipeg
Western Canada
Dakota
W. C. McKillican
Brandon
LB Jackson
Western Canada Flour Mills
Manitoba Agricultural Societies
J. R . Waldron
Expe ND
W. Southworth
di Jon
Manila Agricultal College
Fargo
Marquis
Manitoba
Armed Raid Halts Garrison Siege at Timmoleague Mount Pleasant
Armed men attacked Garrisons at Timmoleague and Mount Pleasant and cut telephone lines. The siege lasted over two hours with attackers trying to burn doors by piling hay. Garrison members escaped uninjured, but morning search found several civilian bodies nearby. A wounded raider claimed few men were captured, while police hunt the neighbourhood. A cloth jacket comment closes the report.
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Timmoleague
Mount Pleasant
County Co
Bhem
Timmoteague
USS Suspends Trade With Russia Over Vladivostok Capture
New York reports the United States suspends trade with Siberia following the capture of Vladivostok by Social Revolutions. The move halts millions in commerce and fur shipments tied to the port as diplomatic tensions rise.
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New York
United States
Siberia
Vladivostok
Viadivostok
United
Geddes For Washington Named Interim British Ambassador
In London the Geddes for Washington plan is stated in the lobby of the House of Common s where Sir Auckland Geddes, minister of nation and construction, hasted as Brie ial ambassador. Official notification from Washington is awaited to confirm persona grata status. Sir Robert Stevenson will succeed Sir Auckland as president of the Board.
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United States
Sir Edward Grey
House of Cor Londetorns Wenere
Auckland Geddes
Agtoi
Cial
Washington
Sir Auckland
Robert Stevenson
Fister
Re. Stine
Brandon Board of Trade urges Dominion government action
Brandon board of trade calls for immediate election of the Hudson Bay region as part of urging the Dominion government to act. The move reflects local demand for swift parliamentary decision and regional representation.
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Branvord
Brandon Board of Trade
Dominion
Hudson Bay Ri
All Trade In Foreign Bonds Now Prohibited
Winnipeg reports a sweeping prohibition on all trade in foreign bonds, with Manitoba amendments introducing monthly prescription limits for doctors and heavy fines for companies and individuals. The measure aims to curb cross border financial activity and restrict imports of nonessential securities from the United States and Britain.
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