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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 28, 1914
Page
3
Calgary educators run an immigrant classes program to improve English, civics, and job skills for newcomers. The effort, led by FC Head, includes five groups for recent arrivals and longer-term students, with readings, writing, debates, and discussions on topics from prohibition to tariffs, attended by diverse attendees.
A fragment describes a Canadian club event with price-dictionaries for copies of Bars of Canada and a program of recitations speeches and papers. The passage notes the Calgary Canadian club and the overall success of the gathering despite garbled text.
A British white paper on German East Africa analyzes the plan to abolish serfdom by January 1, 1920. The proposal prompts debate among Socialist and Centre party deputies and the colonial secretary supports delaying reform, warning of a dangerous experiment. Estimates suggest about 185,000 locals could be affected as debates touch on tribal warfare and Arab conquests shaping policy.
The Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture announces a new policy to aid wool growers during the coming season. It outlines that agents will be appointed to market wool, with charges and deductions explained, and emphasizes demonstrations of its advantages to growers. An exhaustive inquiry into experimental farm results across provinces informs recommendations for growing Marquis wheat and related varieties. A large bulletin is available by applying to the Department in Ottawa.
A long-winded report discusses a radium cure for cancer, noting limited progress and little hope. It covers opinions from Dr. William Yayo on Rochester, debates on heredity, and calls for better understanding of cancer and prevention through diet and habits.
A censored 19th century clipping reports a renewed treaty on arbitration between Great Britain and the United States. Secretary Bryan signs for the U.S. while Britain’s envoy negotiates a new fee basis and term period. The piece notes parliamentary handling and Senate referral, with tensions over formal procedures and ratification.
Discussion on luxurious aerial travel and air power features remarks by Mr Jaude Gimbige Waite and notes on early 15 person aviator flights. Claims include a 140 mile stroke and a German airman flying over hours, with aim to prove feasibility and potential future attempts. Endorses prospects of a second man and parliamentary implications.
The article discusses causes of prairie forest decline linked to fires and drought, notes theories about seeds not reaching forests, and cites winds, rainfall, and human actions. It mentions artificial reforestation efforts on the western forest fringe, and references birds, irrigation, and the Port Arthur area as related topics. It also notes a basilica church building imported from Galicia with a cost of about £40,000 and Austrians and Poles in the church membership.
A fragment discusses coastal defense training and fortification plans for protecting coastlines. It notes limited feasibility, costs, and the challenge of deploying batteries while considering military aims and commercial or peaceful uses. It mentions an observation tower extending 40 feet above the rail.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Cambridge student named Herste Mee Ramm jas as a mathematical genius with flashes of insight but lacking verifiable demonstrations. The piece mentions education doubts, potential degree delays, and a broader debate on academic recognition and the limits of innate talent.
A historic note recaps the Suez Canal deepening efforts from its initial 29 feet to plan for deeper drafts. Earlier dredging added one foot, with six years of undertakings expanding the 100 mile cut. Proposals for further dredging aim to extend depth as ships grow larger compared with rivals.
A proposal outlines land use near Medicine Hat for war purposes. National Livestock Exchange to lease 65,000 acres, 60 miles north of Medicine Hat, to breed and raise half bred horses for military needs. Government involvement and price terms include two cents per acre with wartime prerogatives.
A visiting party aboard the steamer Chefoo reports sighting a new island near the Bonin group. The area shows a pumice and ash cover with white steam, warm waters, and persistent volcanic activity. The Japanese crown prince is expected to study at Oxford after summer, with Siamese royalty also noted in lineage plans.
A broad campaign in Canada to create an interprovincial highway draws support from the Dominion Highways Association and regional leagues. Saskatchewan leaders back fast-tracking a Regina Moose Jaw link, while federal plans envision coast-to-coast routes with cross-border segments to reach the Atlantic. Local governments pledge cooperation to elevate tourist traffic and improve provincial road sections from the Saskatchewan border to Swift Current.
The Quebec Board of Censors has examined over 2000 miles of moving pictures across the country. About 40,000 per day are passed rejected or purged of objectionable features, with returns of approved films exchanged with other Canadian boards.
A wealthy homeless Englishman, described as probably the richest man in England, has offered £500 for historic castles or manors. He has reportedly bid for Warwick Castle, Penhurst Place in Kent, and even approached Arundel and other properties near Norfolk and Abbury Park, seeking a grand estate alliance with the Duke of Northumberland.
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