Rebellion Days 1884 85 And Ottawa Grievances
An 1884 85 account recalls Ottawa promises to settlers and the growing influence of Louis Riel in the rebellion’s early phase. It details delegates meeting in Prince Albert, shifts in Riels tone, and attempts by English speaking allies to steer loyal sentiment, including a staged plan to recruit support and check Riel, with personal reflections on misjudgment and loyalty.
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Henry Montana
Gabriel Damon
Aunger
M. Dumas
Jas Isbiater
Yallier
Kid
Ottawa
Riel
Prince Albert
Buffalo
Jas
Ric
Ist
Fortun
Rebellion Personal Reminiscences and Indian Encampment Tale
The narrator recalls potential outcomes had Gabriel Dumont led rebels and reflects on how a stand at Bi or elsewhere might have saved lives and money. He recounts driving into Prince Albert after fighting, encountering Stony Creek Beatty Indians, police detentions, and pleas from women to secure release, noting the Indian Agent’s resistance to freeing loyal prisoners and suggesting conspiratorial Ottawa pressure.
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Riel
Gabriel Dumont
Donald A. Smith
Prince Albert
Stony Creek
Ueed
Ottawa
A New Departure in Winnipeg Legislature Feud
In Manitoba the group government met amid factional disaffection as lawmakers gathered for provincial affairs. The sitting focused on financial requirements and proposals, shaping the province's fiscal docket and governance direction.
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Winnipeg
Manitoba
Senator Crosby Dies in Ottawa at 62
Ottawa Hon. AB Crosby a Conservative senator from Halifax died at his home after a short illness He formerly sat in the House of Commons and was appointed to the Senate in January 1917 His death creates a Senate vacancy for Halifax or Cape Breton and represents a significant political loss for the Conservative party in Canada
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Ottawa
AB. Crosby
Halifax
House of Commons
Halifan
Senate
The
Germans Accept Allied Occupation With Outward Calm
Berlin residents show calm as Allied occupation continues and the Reichstag remains steady after London talks collapse. The Reichsbank notes a two billion mark rise in currency in February while Leipzig reports steady demand amid London developments and nerves in the bourse.
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Ence
Harding
United States
Ae Hardica
Reichsbank
Leipzig
London
Will Not Appoint New Minister To Fill Vacancy
The Prime Minister will not appoint a new minister to fill the vacancy left by Hon W es. The St Latta ministry of vinentary remains in charge as the Prime Minister takes over.
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W.es
St. Latta
Vinentary
Adit
Ottawa plans new limits on immigrant entry
A government cabinet plan proposes stricter controls on immigration regimes affecting Canada. The proposal aims to simplify rules with limited wording and would raise current money regulations while admitting only bona fide farm workers and domestic help. It notes potential migration from the British Isles France and the United States may not be hindered by the new act.
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Ottawa
Ca. A
British Isles
France
United States
Saskatchewan inquiry on pest control tests and liquor licenses
O R Gould seeks costs of tests to combat grasshopper plague in Saskatchewan and whether the area will be treated this year. He also asks how many export liquor licenses were issued in 1919 and 1920 and if the government plans to close export liquor houses.
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Saskatchewan
O. R. Gould
Funeral of Spanish Premier
Funeral rites for Spanish premier Eduardo were held in Madrid with a hearse procession to the Chamber of Deputies and a later solemn move to San Isidro, led by a ceremonial escort. Strong royalist and government officials attended as the event drew public attention.
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Eduardo
Chamber of Deputies
San Isidr
Dai
Indigent Care Bill Introduced by Legislator
The legislature considers a bill to assign relatives to provide care for indigent residents. Introduced by Hon. JR Royle, the measure aims to ensure support for needy individuals by anchoring guardianship with family members.
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Inantonea
JR Royle
Indigev
Canada’s Oldest Citizen Faces Life With MS
A frail senior, Canada’s oldest living person, continues to endure multiple sclerosis and outlived her children. She rests when possible and finds quiet moments for memories and final years, though still surrounded by limited support and fading mobility.
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Tle
Shay
Brigades Deserting Bolsheviks Desert to Join Revolution
Three Bolshevik brigades in Moscow reportedly deserted and joined revolutionary forces as reports reach through Soviet circles. The movement signals growing unrest within Soviet ranks and potential shifts in control amid ongoing conflicts.
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Riga
Moscow
Svory
Appointing Enumerators in Ottawa House News
In Ottawa the House discussed appointing enumerators. Sir George Foster stated the government planned to approve the measure and move forward. The brief note records the government action and parliamentary intent without further details.
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Ottawa
House
George Foster
Would Raise Marriage Age from Eighteen to Twenty One
A proposal advocates raising the legal marriage age from 18 to 21. The plan emphasizes civic responsibility and reduces early marriage risks, citing potential social and health considerations.
Prussian Cabinet Resigns After Elections
The Prussia cabinet tendered its resignation following recent elections as it awaits the formation of a new government. Berlin reports say Dr. Simons did good work amid the changes. The German Imperial Cabinet held talks with Allies in London in ongoing negotiations.
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Berlin
Prussia
Dr. Simons
London
Demand For Curtailment Of Railway Estimates
Insistent demand by Govern and Opposition members to curtail railway estimates and rationalize the National Railway system. Debate notes 168 million dollars in a bid to improve finances, with calls to remove duplications and shift to local and regional services, while considering restricting long distance passes and developing western routes.
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Wwa
Tan National Railway
Frank Hon. J. D. Reid
Great Britain
House
Austria Sympathises With Germany Amid War News
Vienna reports shifting German sympathy as Berlin papers praise Allied moves. The Neue Arbeiter Presse calls the Allied action a war of peace, while Mittags Zeitung notes German resolve to endure a sad fate. In New York, union headquarters claim 10,000 workers and many children affected.
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Vienna
Ger
Berlin
Nieue Arie Presse
Mittags Zeitung
New York
International Union
Greater
Bolshevik Uprising Forces Georgian Government Evacuation
The Batum disturbance escalates as a Bolshevik uprising grips the region. Thousands of people including allied mission members and Georgian government officials flee. Bolsheviks gain control of rail lines from Kutais to Batumi, disrupting transit.
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Kutais
Baton
Renewed talks on peace for Ireland advance amid turmoil
Disjointed dispatches describe renewed peace efforts involving international mediators and Irish and Bolshevik interests. Reports mention humanitarian aid to the scene, Russia's internal revolution, and calls for an end to attacks by the Irish Republican Army, alongside violent incidents and executions in Ireland.
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N . Livyaeorge
South Ireland
Irish Republican Army
Dail
Fireann
Gov- 9
Partie
Wien Sadin
Sion Fein
Bod ‘ Maher
Tatrick Net
Res
Agnacoy
Astigs
Ilentsiy
Uuktoy
Keady
Allied Forces in Dusseldorf Proclamation Details
A proclamation in Dusseldorf outlines Allied forces strength at about five thousand, with duties to guard barracks and distribute troops through the town. It forbids overcharging Allied service members and threatens court martial for violations, while public assemblies require permits and petitions must be filed three days prior.
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Dusseltorf
Dusseldorf
Alternative Course Suggests Abattoirs at Tidewater
Edmonton report notes Hon Duncan Marshall urges Canada to use Tidewater abattoirs to supply British market with ship meat. He cites no pleuro pneumonia cases since 1895 and argues early slaughter elsewhere could improve quality and timing versus Argentine exports sailing farther.
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Duncan Marshall
Tidewater
Edmonton
Minis Agriculture
Canada
Bataii
Mr. M
North Atlantic
Equator
Route To Yukon From Fort McPherson Outlined
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police report a planned first route down the Mackenzie River across the Porcupine to the Yukon River and Dawson. The line would open next summer to serve tourists aiming to see the Mackenzie Valley and the Yukon gold fields.
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Dawson
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Fort McPherson
Mackenzie River
Porcupine Divie
Yukon River
Mackenzie Valley
Yukon
R C M P seeks guidance on officer ranks during Mounted Police merger
The document requests information about whether commissioned officers of the Dominion Police were ranked below British officers at the time of the Mounted Police amalgamation. It also asks about service details, personnel corps and the allocation of government buildings prior to the transition.
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Ovana
Royal C J Police
Dominion Police
Arrival of Canada’s Navy Marks Esquimalt’s Naval Rise
In 1905 British squadron stations at Brive Columbia ers and Esquimalt, the nucleus of Canada’s navy arrived, signaling a rebirth of Esquimalt as an active naval base. Modern ships have visited, but the Canadian fleet marks a decisive rehabilitation of the port’s status.
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Brive Columbia
Las Estor
Canada
Esquimalt
Long Distance Wireless Record Achieved by Navy Ship
The United States Navy reports a new wireless transmission record covering about 10 009 miles from Cavite Philippines to Washington DC. The feat claims a three minute duration and demonstrates rapid long distance communication capability by naval forces.
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San
United Sending Me
Cavite
Philippines
Washington, DC
Ges
Jamaica Will Help Mother Country War Debt Liquidation
Kingston Jamaica The Legista proposes an appropriation of 350000 dollars and a 40 year term to aid in liquidating the mother country war debt as part of a financial plan outlined today.
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Jamaica
Kingston
Legista
Alberta Schools Reject Military Style Training
Calgary report notes Alberta public schools will eschew any training with a military flavor as decided by the Curriculum Revision Committee, signaling a shift away from militaristic curriculum elements. The decision underscores a provincial stance on education content.
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Calgary
Alberta
Omit Mich ordered deported for alleged radical activities
A fragment notes individuals from OIT Mich are being deported for alleged radical activities and heading to New Ls with unspecified authorities. The readable text is incomplete and names or dates are unclear.
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Oit
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