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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 31, 1912
Page
7
A garbled report notes Faith in Road retires MM Factor and expresses views on Prairie militia, railway contractors, and potential costs. It mentions Portage and Manitobas coastlines, inspections, and possible developments near Belial straits with government steamer Sitio.
The text describes a family rising from persecution to prominence in the city with a nephew achieving election as Lord Mayor. It notes his role in the Stamford division of Lancashire, his reformist stance, and his authorship of a book titled Piranesi and related works. He is also a director of the Apollinuris Company.
A garbled report from Oslo suggests confidential talks in England threaten war with Germany. Norway fears German seizure of a port and disruption of coal and food shipments, urging neutrality and readiness for potential supply diversions.
A speech outlines disaster prevention through chemistry hoping for a practical watery device. The speaker emphasizes a harmless chemical frail concept and urges expansion of technical schooling in Germany. The emperor advised support, noting past fatalities and appealing to leading scientists.
Reports indicate Governor General Duke of Canada may extend his tenure for two more years. Duchess Consaugh and Princess Patricia are expected to visit England next year for a few weeks. The King is considering the request amid this potential extension.
The Commission of Conservation has chosen 28 farms across Canada for next summer's demonstrations and lectures on soil improvement and best farming methods. The farms are owned by individual farmers, not leased, with representations in Alberta Manitoba Saskatchewan Ontario Quebec Nova Scotia and Atlantic provinces. Lead by FG Mumnick and John Pixter, the selections will be supervised to show practical results and share updated techniques with districts.
Premier McBride calls Canada to act like Australia and New Zealand to fortify shores and deter European conflict, urging unified national effort for naval defense and funding to safeguard the Union Jack's reach. Edmonton dispatch notes a withdrawn homestead entry as squatters face delays and evidentiary hearings for Murray township amid November rush.
An earthquake shook parts of Quebec causing a scare at two nearby Detwees locations. Residents reported trembling buildings and brief evacuations as authorities assessed damage and ensured safety. No serious injuries reported, investigations ongoing.
Allied forces renew success in the Balkans with Turks retreating near Adrianople and Novipazar falling under Jankovich. In Mexico City, General Diaz and rebels face court martial with heavy penalties, including decimation for troops and possible death sentences for leaders. The Diaz collapse shocks authorities as reports of Thrace progress and punitive measures emerge.
The compilation shows Indians holding land amounts comparable to the prior year with over $5,000 in aggregate. wages paid by white employers total 18,049. The year records 25 Indian tenures, 89 days in Romane, 38 Troarding, and 4 industrial schools. Industrial schools and the Church of England rank top in enrollment, with a year total of 11,203 pupils, including 5,648 boys and 5,685 girls, up slightly from 1911.
A lobster fisherman named Breen was rescued after drifting asleep in his boat near heavy breakers about twenty miles offshore. Nelson rode a waterboat to reach the sailing bed and tow Breen to Portaterss as the boat neared danger. In London the Naturalization Law discussion continues in Parliament with Sir Edward Grey indicating a forthcoming equalizing measure.
Belton resigns from a high profile post noted for Moroccan exploits and service in Canada. He is linked to a business appointment by Lent and appointed by the minister of mi and defence to aid the cadet force reorganization. He takes up the new role with marked interest in training and modernization.
A Sample Market Authorized Drawa An order incomes was passed through the rein market at Winnipeg and Port Witham under the Canada Grain Act. The Grain Commission recommended the measures to regulate these grain markets in the last session.
Winnipeg reports a week of European war scare impact on grain markets with prices rising as short sellers covered. BalkanTurkish tensions, Montenegro’s war declaration, and European uncertainty spurred buying while Western Canada saw eastward grain movement and falling receipts of wheat amid unsettled sentiment.
A report on Western grain futures notes war fears and favorable weather easing movement delays. Prices for wheat, oats, barley, and flax fluctuated with receipts rising, but regional shortages persisted. Forward movement expected to continue under large Western and Canadian crops, with price adjustments linked to overall market supply and delivery logistics.
Honorary secretary reports encouragement from receptions in Vancouver Calgary and Winnipes. Meetings with officials and leaders outlined proposals to guide migrant soldiers to land work. Col Steels of the Winnipeg district discussed information needs and potential industrial openings. Bruce Walker, Dominion immigration commissioner at Winnipeg, said the league would press forward with practical plans.
A scrambled fragment suggests a report about the American Alliance and Netherlands government concerns over Pacific colonies. It references Queen Wilhelmina and a government view on dates and divisions amid possible disintegration in the Pacific theaters.
The newly appointed commissioner of Dominion Park, Harnart Herver from Calitas, arrived in Edmonton to assume duties. London reports no arrangements to visit Canada.
Rev DM Stearns commentary on Mark chapters 1 to 6 cautions against leaven of Pharisees Sadducees and Herod and reflects on understanding Jesus miracles. The piece contrasts responses to Jesus healing eye sight and teaching, urging readers to seek spiritual nourishment over literal hunger and to interpret leaven as denoting souring influence rather than goodness.
A staged fight among youths at an established venue escalated as knives were drawn and combat continued with exaggerated vigor. Police halted the confrontation as two participants suffered injuries and the scene devolved into a chaotic disturbance.
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