Home Rule Compromise Spreads Across Ireland
The Westminster Gazette notes proposals on Ulster representation and a limited home rule framework. A provisional arrangement aims to keep Ulster within the Dublin Parliament while safeguards are offered, with ministers’ plans expected to shape the Tenn Government Bill passage. The King’s confidence is shown by Lord Stamfordham’s wait for Asquith’s cabinet verdict.
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Ulster
Landen
PF Nicholson
Daily News
Ireland
Cousta
Iera
Westminster Gazette
Asquith
Dublin
Lord Stamfordham
Calls for press limits on crime photos discussed in Senate
Senator Choquette argues the bill aims to stop newspapers from publishing portraits of accused or convicted criminals, noting some papers printed every portrait. Second reading adjourned. other bills include Canadian Pacific Railway and National Council of the United Empire Life Insurance of Canada. A tabloid department report cites 1914 building activity in Canada totaling $174,969,838 across 39 localities, down from the prior year with declines in most western provinces.
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Choquette Saaid
United States
Canadian Pacific Railway
National Council of the United Empire Life Insurance of Canada
Otawa
Taboo Department
Canada
Prince Edward Island
New Brunswick
Que
Tees
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
British Columbia
Living costs dip in January 1914 index report
The January 1914 index of living costs shows a slight month to month decline. The Department of Labor records the index at 1965 for January, down from 1571 in December, with January 1913 at a higher baseline, citing lower dairy prices fruits vegetables textiles and fuels as contributing factors.
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Ottawa
Ontario surplus and revenue gains cited in legislature
Hon Lucas the provincial treasurer announced a surplus of about 2 million dollars. He highlighted higher revenue and lower expenditures with total provincial receipts at 12,188,802.08 and a year end bank balance near 2.4 million. News notes tight money conditions and improved finances over the past year.
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Toronto
Lucas
Provincal
Sieed
King George Faces Farm Labor Strike at Sandringham
A recent royal wage increase at King George's Norfolk farms, including a Saturday half-holiday, sparked a strike by laborers on the royal estate at Sandringham. Tenant farmers reportedly declined to follow the example, despite royal guidance from the king's landlord. The workers at the king's own farms show strong sympathy with the strikers.
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King George
Norfolk
Royal
Sandringham
Bank of Alberta bill approved by Commons committee
The Alberta Bank bill to create the Bank of Alberta passed the banking committee of the Commons after changes. The committee approved naming the bank The Bank of Alberta and noted supporters are strong Canadian bankers. The debate touched on government links and the bill’s propriety within the province.
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Bank of Alberta
Amendment to Indian Act targets reserve removals
A government bill to amend the Indian Act will be introduced by the minister of the interior Hon. Roche. The changes focus on removing reserves near towns with populations over 8,000 and allowing department arranged relocation if land surrender stalls development, with terms set by the exchequer court.
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Otawa
Hon
Or Roche
Interior
Department
Exchequer Court
Tuberculosis Doubled in France in Temperance Debate
Paris reports from Henri Schmidt a republican Radical deputy show tuberculosis more than doubling in France since TSS. He links drunkeneness to higher infant mortality and shortened life in temperate Normandy and other districts. He notes infantile death rates rise where absinthe drinking is common and that sober elders live longer.
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France
Paris
TSS
Temps
Henri Schmidt
Schmidt
Normandy
Gero
London Times reports prolonged talks and murder mystery
The Times notes two weeks of fruitless talks between the United States and Great Britain and says the murderer of Mrs Reid’s brother remains unidentified. Public concern rises over protections and redress as questions of national safety are raised amid ongoing diplomacy. Forthcoming inquiries into water powers and forest conservation are planned with experts including James White and Adam Beck.
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London
the Times
United States
Great Britain
Shaughnessy Linked to Montreal Selection for High Commissioner
Reports say Shaughnessy may be offered the high commissioner post for Canada in London and is considering it. Sir Thomas Shaughnessy, president of the Canadian Pacific Railway, declined further comment. Locally, it is believed the suggestion came from an official quarter.
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Shaughnessy
Montreal
Mu Coor
Ca Sda
London
Thomas Shaughness
Canadian Pacife Railway
Enormous London Reports Fire Devastates Ontario Farms
In western Ontario massive fires destroyed many farm homes and outbuildings. Losses are reported as severe, with insurance estimates in the thousands to cover repairs and telegraph lines damaged by sparks from the blaze.
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London
Ontario
Islands Swept by Worst Cyclone in Fifty Years
Sydney reports a fierce cyclone devastates Cook Island and Aitutaki in the Archipelago south of the Society Islands. A huge wave floods Mauco Ts d, destroying a village. Inhabitants face pitiable conditions amid the storm wreckage.
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Sydney
Nsw
Cook Island
Aitutaki Island
Archipeago
Society Islands
Mauco Ts d
Philippine independence push through U S Congress urged
Washington DC reports the Philippine Assembly has adopted resolutions urging the American Congress to provide for independence in the current session. The cablegram was received by Delegate Queson and notes the islands’ push toward self rule.
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Philippine Indepen
Washington, DC
Philippine Assembly
American Congress
Islands
Queson
Yenri Bourassa Considered to Run 2.8 Nationalist
Ottawa report states Yenri Bourassa is being asked to run in Jacques Cartier after the resignation of Hon. F. D. Monk. The political maneuver follows Monk stepping down, opening the seat as elections approach with Bourassa’s potential candidacy under the Nationalist banner.
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Rurasea
Ottawa
Yenri Bourassa
Jacques Cartier
F. D. Monk
Canada Considers Old Age Pension System Debate
In Ottawa Finance Minister White opposes immediate old age pensions citing Canada’s need for transportation and national projects. He notes Britain’s gradual move and public opinion varies. MP Kyte’s proposal gains some support but White argues conditions differ from Britain and farming publics show limited backing.
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Canada
Sertanings
Ottawa
White
Geo. Kyte
Richmond
Kyt
Burnham
Chaiman
Carroll
Cape Breton
MacDonald
Pictos
Granam
Great Britain
Publc
Antarctic coal potential outlined by British professor
Prof Rageworty David told the Royal Geographical Society that Heardmore Glacier coal measures may yield fossil wood and fossils allied to coniferous wood. He cited Shackleton's Beardmore Glacier field, potential gold reefs, and a coalfield rivaling Britain as a future commercial asset in Antarctica.
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Great Britain
London
Ius
Rageworty David
Ikoyal Geographical Society
Heardmore
David
So Pole
Alm Tal Dackness
Shether
Ernest Shackleton
Beardmore Glacier
A. Ez
Antarctic
Alaska
Weekly Market Report Ween Grain Letter from Winnipeg
The report notes firm markets with a narrow tendency, then a May wheat decline as speculative traders pressed for sells. It cites U.S. and Canadian price moves, unseen immediate price drops, and a global supply view with world stocks and imports, highlighting potential further declines but underscoring demand and crop prospects.
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Tromnaen
Winnipeg
Havne
United Eases Usible
Acarentas Les
Cad Babeln
Tov
Ocean Passage
Argentine Australis
India
Europe
Empire trade mark plan gains support at public meeting
A London meeting under the British Empire League backed an Empire trade mark to identify British manufactures and produce, back domestic labour, curb foreign goods, and boost empire trade. The gathering stressed its non political aims with MPs and figures indicating future participation, while critics from large traders and some chambers of commerce minority voiced opposition.
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Imprasia
London
Epire League
Duke of Argyle
Dominions
Dinner to honor Sir Mackenzie Rowell in Ottawa
In Ottawa a dinner will honor Sir Mackenzie Rowell on or near his ninetieth birthday. The long time Conservative leader and ex premier is noted as a steadfast parliamentarian who attends to duties with meticulous care. Friends from both parties plan the event and will arrange the details.
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Mackenzie Rowell
Ottawa
Canada
Alaska Railway Plans Deliberated By Officials
Alaska Railway discussion between Washington Colonel Goethals and Secretary Lane explored using Panama Canal construction corps personnel and available machinery for a government railroad in Alaska. No firm conclusions reached. routes were considered and more definite action planned later.
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Alaska
Washington
Goethals
Lane
Government
Panama Canal Construction Corps
London appoints Lieut General James Wolfe Murray commander in Sout Africa
London announces Sir James Wolfe Murray, descendant of Col Murray, will command Imperial forces in South Africa. At fifty-nine, he previously led the forces of communication in the South African war and 22 mentions in dispatches are noted.
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London
James Wolfe Murray
Col Murray
Wolfe Sipired
Sout Afriea
James
Grain futures and farm cooperative shift in Manitoba
The report notes rising crop concerns and prices for wheat corn and oats in Canada and the United States. It highlights Manitoba grain markets, May wheat activity and cash prices, and details a major deal where Sarnia Peace Company transfers western operations to Grain Growers Company for farmer ownership and higher margins, effective in ten days.
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United States
United St
Chicago
Minneapolis
Winnipeg
Alberta
Jmeck
William
Port Arthur
Sarnia Peace Company
Grain Growers Company
Grain Growers Association of Manitoba
United Farmers
Lloyd Lott
Sanla Fence Company
Conservationists plan inquiry into water powers and forests
A Ottawa committee on forests and waterways proposes a fuller inquiry into conservation issues including water powers, forest protection, and reforestation. They will call experts such as James White deputy minister of conservation Hon Adam Beck RH Campbell superintendent of forestry and Sir Richard McBride, who is expected in a fortnight.
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Uraima
Aine Commons Committee On Forests and Waterways
James White
Adam Beck
RH. Campbell
Ricnari McBride
Ottawa
Richard McBride
Freighter Launch Set at Port Arthur Shipyards
The 625 foot freighter named W. Grant Morden, the longest under construction at Port Arthur Shipyards, is planned to launch on Saturday March 28 with a slim chance the date may shift. The project ties to a new merger and promises a notable event in Canadian shipbuilding.
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Port Arthur
W. Grant Morden
Duke of Connaught Honored by Masons in London
The Duke of Connaught, His Royal Highness, was elected grand master of the United Grand Lodge of England by Masons in London. The Lord Mayor of London offered a tribute praising his royal highness for his long interest in majesty and his notable services to the army and the empire.
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Masons
London
Rugland
Duke of
Ontario to Keep Immigrants There
London The Greater Middlesex Publicity association appointed enstead of Strathroy to go to England to induce settlers to come to the county and D. D. Dawson of Byron to meet immigrants at the Atlantic seaports and persuade those of a desirable close to make their homes in Middlesex.
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Ontario
London
Greater Middlesex
King Albert to seek aviation certificate after recovery
It is stated that once he has recovered from injuries suffered when thrown from a horse, King Albert will travel to France to take an examination for a military aviators certificate.
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Brussels
Albert
France
Australia's Submarines Headed for Sydney by Own Power
Australia's first two submarines left England and are en route to Sydney New South Wales making the voyage under their own power. They are expected to arrive in mid May.
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Australia
London
England
Sydney
Nsw
Sabbath Healing and the Lords Mercy in Luke and Mark
A Sunday school reflection on Jesus healing a bent woman on the Sabbath, contrasting Jewish Sabbath constraints with mercy. The lesson cites Luke xii 1 7 and Mark 27, discusses Jesus greater than the temple, and warns about spiritual blindness, pride, and the need for repentance to receive eternal life.
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DM. Stearns
Batie
Espaogue
Mattan
Weston
Satan
Hell
God
Ephraim
Israel
Jude Eng
Sata
Saul
Tarsue
Damascus
Jesus
John
British MP Signals General Election Within Two Months
London based Sir George Doughty, MP for Great Kiusbs and noted fishing industry promoter with Canadian interests, tells constituents to expect a general election in the next two months and asserts no government will pass Home Rule before seeking a countrywide mandate.
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Great Britain
London
George Doughty
Jon
Great Kiusbs
Reform League to canvass Calgary electors on Alberta ban
The Reform League managers plan a thorough city canvass to gauge elector sentiment on abolishing the bar to Alberta. The campaign will commence immediately to determine public feeling and mobilize support.
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Calgary
Reform League
Alberta
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