Indian Witchcraft and a Polar Dog Route to a Poison Trial
An account from Northwest Canada recounts a poisoning case tied to an Indian wife and a court inquiry. The narrator travels by dog team across a frozen lake, reporting a phosphorescent light guiding the dogs and a perilous, uncanny vigil before returning to face the magistrate and secure a warrant.
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Hetson's
Herod
Nera
Moro
Jens Tecaadisha
Soaking Hors
Wow Allen Neateres
Acros
Elaperd
Bog Hong
Caressene
Known
James Sinclair
Vic
Wusrkerninge
Canada
Drumbeller Situation Improves in Valley Industry
Reports indicate the Demmbetter Valley area shows improving factory activity. Nine hundred workers remain in operation out of 1,380, with only four mines in district 18 of UMW A not functioning. Workers are returning to the jobs and the situation is stabilizing steadily.
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Drumbeller
Galgiry
Alta
Demmbetter
Vatley
London Mayor MacSwiney’s Health Put To Test
The Evening News reports concerns over Mayor Lord MacSwiney’s health described as remarkably frail due to intake of grape spice and fruit juices along with spirits and wine. Authors suggest his condition could worsen if continued.
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London
the Evening News
Lord MacSwiiney
Charge Against U S Marines Investigation Ordered
A confidential note from October 1919 to Maj-Gen George Barnett outlines a thorough investigation into conditions involving U S Marines, brought to the attention of C Housel, then commanding forces in Haiti.
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United States
John
C. Housel
Haitig
George Barnett
Armenian War Declared Against Turkish Nationalists, Batam Report
Batam reports Armenian forces have declared war on Turkish Nationalists and secured two guarantees regarding the new Georgian Government’s vitality.
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Rom Batam
Government vows not to tolerate Irish independence
Hamar Greenwood, chief secretary for Ireland, asserts the government will not yield to promises of reform and will pursue its Irish policy. He condemns Sinn Fein violence, vows to press the Ireland bill, and cites Canada and Australia as models for staged self government while insisting unity remains essential.
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Bafail
Hamar Greenwood
Ireland
Hak Sd 1
Government of
Canada
Australia
Sinn Fein
Assas
Land
Viscount G . Asquith
Robert Ceci
Legila| Jal
Canadian Sues Topeka Over Beating After Protest
A Canadian citizen sues the Kansas town in federal court seeking damages for injuries after a crowd mobbed him during a protest. He asserts assault and violation of rights to assembly speech and a free press, claiming he was seized and beaten and expelled from Hudson County.
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Topeka
Aas Dyksh Topeka
Hudson
Stafford Seging
Prospects for Cheap Sugar In Toronto Trade
A Toronto sugar market report notes 125 carloads of grapulated sugar offered to a local candy maker at 16 cents a pound, but refused. The market is described as shakier than in years with some stores selling sugar at 18 1/2 cents a pound.
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Toronto
Refunds for British Subjects in US Travel War Costs
British subjects in the United States who incurred travel costs during the war with Germany may be eligible for refunds. The dispatch notes a time limit for claims as before December 31 next year, urging eligible individuals to apply promptly through official channels.
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Subye
United States
Germany
Vorthei Frethe
Oles Beren
Aged Anatole France Marries at 76 in Tours
Anatole France, the noted French author aged 76, was married yesterday in Tours. The event marks a rare personal milestone for the venerable novelist amid his long literary career.
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Wees
Tours
France
Anatole France
King thanks dominions for Wales tour reception
Telegram from the king expresses heartfelt gratitude to governors of dominions and states for the warm affection shown to the Prince of Wales during his recent overseas tour. The king praises his eldest son for duty, personality, and jovial spirit and notes the trip expanded ties with overseas dominions.
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Prince of Wales
Pris of Wales
London
Roomaesse
Deysdon
Ottawa law tightens gun control amid protests
Officials report new statute banning carrying dangerous weapons and restricting sales and signs of firearms in Canada. Protests continue in several cities as authorities question enforcement and the scope of provincial and municipal powers.
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Ottawa
Canada
Sugar Price Set by Board of Commerce and Imports Prohibited
London reports Sinn Fein leaders declaring opposition to Irish policy as Dublin plans drastic measures to quell disorder. The Board of Commerce imposes a sugar price and bans imports, aiming to curb shortages with regulated wholesale and retail pricing and restrictions on wholesalers and retailers.
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Board of Commerce
London
Sinn Fein
Ireland
Carnarvon
Premice Lloyd’ George
Irel
Dublin
Thiey Rege Contive Department
Great B
War Office
Trish
Mesopotamia
Fish Supply Costs urged to stay reasonable for prairies
J S Eckman of Canadian Fisher Company testified before the Board of Railway Commissioners about express tariffs affecting coast fishing firms and prairie consumers. He warned postwar removal of transport subsidies raises prairie fish prices, risking diet access and coast industry viability. The Board reserved its decision amid calls to keep rates aligned with rail tariffs.
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Vancouver
Prairies
Board of Railway Commissioners
J. S. Eckman
Th Columbia
Express
Meekman
Board of Trade
Acting Premier Named in Ottawa Absence
Boster serves as Acting Premier in Ottawa during Rt. Hon. Arthur Meighen's absence. Sir George Foster, senior Privy Councillor, acts as registrar while Meighen is away.
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Boster
Ottawa
Arthur Meighen
George Foster
Privy Council
Belfast Boycott Impacts Local Economy and Banks
The Belfast boycott by Nationalist shopkeepers tightens money flow as banks refuse new overdrafts and press for existing loans. English firms demand cash on delivery for Belfast consignments, worsening strain on wholesale Belfast houses amid long standing commercial ties. A veteran Belfast trader estimates the annual loss around 4,000 pounds, signaling deep economic disruption.
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Balrasteen
Sasumness
Belfast
Staning
Teland Bank
West One
Equal Rights Motion for British Colonies Proposed
Lindsay reports that Sir Sam Hughes will introduce a notice of motion in the House of Commons urging full responsibility and representation for all parts of the British Empire in the Imperial Parliament. The plan aims for Dominion equal representation, limited to imperial or international affairs including finance and trade.
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Lindsay
Sam Hughes
House of Commons
Sam
Unclear Content About Russian and Polish Military Claims
Fragmentary report describes Russian and Polish military positions toward Ukraine. Mentions Kiev evacuation under insurgent pressure and Polish statement on military affairs. details are incomplete and terms are partially garbled.
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Warsaw
Poland
Kiev
Belski
Bank Robbery in Canada Sparks Wide Police Inquiry
A bank robbery story from Canada notes bandits fleeing before the alarm. Provincial police coordinated with US networks as officers described the suspects after a long delay and a wall of uncertainty about the getaway and missing details.
Attempted assassination target in Serbia outlined
A plot to kill Prince Regent Alexander of Serbia during his Bosnia visit is reported. A bomb failed to harm him as two coaches were wrecked near Sarajevo. Officials announced an inquiry but yielded no results and Sarajevo authorities signed the municipal council record.
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Alexander
Serbia
Bosnia
Montene
Banisch
Sarsjevo
Sarajevo
British Columbia Faces Scarce Jobs Warns Incoming Arrivals
Vancouver reports warn that migration to British Columbia will yield limited work as hundreds of laborers remain unemployed. A B Powley, general supervisor of the Provincial Labor Bureau, notes the bleak job market in an interview.
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B.C
Vancouver
British C
A. B. Powley
British Columbia
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