Government ownership urged to cut rail costs and curb power
In a lengthy discussion the author argues government ownership of railways would lower interest costs, reduce freight rates, and relieve taxpayers. They criticize opponents who fear excess government control and decry political manipulation, asserting Canadians deserve self government and prudent public oversight. The piece also reports on Doukhobor and Galician issues, local notices, and community updates from Manitoba’s farming district.
Tribune debate on railways and state ownership sparks clash
The Herald summarizes an ongoing Tribune dispute over private vs state control of railways. It highlights criticism of biased reporting against state ownership, contrasts views on the Northern Pacific and Canadian Pacific, and notes accusations of monopolistic practices and political partisanship in coverage.
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Critique of church corruption and trust in rulers
A speaker denounces centuries of Christian teaching as corrupt and unfit for self government while accusing opponents of speaking from deceitful inspiration. The passage frames a conflict between religious authority and secular power.
Thoughts on State Ownership of Railways Debate
The article argues against fixed price fears in government purchase of railways, noting the public would pay interest via earnings and taxes. It questions inflated cost estimates and asserts that governments pay interest only from the railways' earnings, funded by the people.
Rutherford urged on railway reform in MacDonald district
Editorial telegraph notes Mr Rutherford’s push for state ownership of railways while predicting limited current success for the principle. It argues for a railway commission as a trial measure to curb existing evils, warning that failure could spur strong push for full state control.
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Return of Miss Alice Martin from Winnipeg
Miss Alice Martin has returned from Winnipeg. Arbor day was not observed locally on Friday. Wesley church Sunday school opened last Sunday with good attendance.
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Government push for railway control by board of commissioners
In a House debate Mr. Ruth moved for public interest in bringing railways under a government board with full power to enforce the Railway Act. He argued government ownership is ideal but costly, citing Canada’s 16,570 miles of track costing 2937,060,280 and implying universal taxation would be needed for buyout. He warned isolated lines like Crow’s Nest Pass cannot relieve western rate burdens without national rate control.
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Railway commission urged to regulate railways nationwide
Mr Rutherford argued for a three member railway commission with expert, legal, and shipping experience to oversee acts, investigate grievances, and regulate interchanges and rates. He warned railways held excessive power and urged government action this session to safeguard public interests and curb abuses.
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