Vast wildfire toll and evacuation in western Montana and Idaho
Reports from Spokane and Helena describe a massive fire devastating towns from Wallace to Coeur d'Alene with unknown and expected fatalities. Officials warn enduring smoke, rail disruption, and widespread destruction across Montana Washington and Idaho forests and settlements.
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Spokane
Wash
Chronicle
Waye Nine Nisters
Thio
Minecval
Paene
W Shington
Aventa
Northeaveters
Coeur D'Alene
St Regie
Setes
Borden
New Motor Driven Warship Planned for Navy
A government defense program proposes a new type of motor driven warship. Officials describe experimental vessel development to advance naval engineering and propulsion capability under wartime conditions.
Steadily Streaming Into Canada Ottawa Sta
Railway men handle new arrivals as Ottawa Station holds steady into a period with constant traffic. Officials note no dull season expected and the figures for the period hint at ongoing movement and arrivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Prises
Periol
Luncheon Honors Baden Powell Guest Speaker
A luncheon for Lieut Gen Baston Powell CB featured discussion on the Boy Scout Movement. Sir Robert Baden Powell spoke to club members praising Powell’s courage and the organization’s reach, with applause for Col Steele and others in attendance.
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Winipen Canadien Elu
Toba Hell
Tu Ik
Baston Powell
Wie
Bos Scout Movement
Sir Boell
Relen-Powell Jefenes
Matekine
Lse
South
Stebulars
Col. Steele
Robert
Pader
Sir Robert
British Immigrants Allowed to Enter Without Money Rule
An unclear report notes a policy change letting new British immigrants enter Canada without a money requirement. The piece mentions Ottawa and a W. D tenant and references the immigration department and the new arrivals. Further readable fragments are present but details are limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Coimphainta
New Canadian Stamp Designs Likely Presented for King
The new stamps issue date is unsettled with a June target. an agreement aims to release stamps in the United Kingdom and dominions simultaneously. Mr. Lemieux is expected to submit designs to the king in coronation month.
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Afr
United Kingdom
Dominions
Lemieux
Estimated Yields for the 1910 Harvest in Western Canada
The article presents grand totals for barley, oats, flax, and wheat across Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta with Manitoba leading in barley and oats. It notes drought and variable conditions across provinces, highlighting light snows warm March and dry spells affecting yields and prospects for the 1910 crop season.
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Pal Grains
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Aletert
Scarcity of Harvesters Across Western Regions
Report from Winnipeg to several western states notes fewer harvesters visible this year due to a dry summer. Crop conditions vary with a large overall yield expected, offsetting worker shortages as fewer laborers will handle a bigger harvest.
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Winnipeg
P West
Cetta Mistrieta
Paris Food Costs Prompt Horse Meat Debate
A Paris discussion centers on the growing price of beef and the appeal of horse meat as a cheaper alternative. The article notes widespread demand and the impact on poor consumers as meat prices rise, with references to shop conditions and the urban market.
Exhibition Receipts At Winnipes Exh Plan July 12 Events
The Winnipes exhibition manager reported receipts of 103,692 dollars for this year, compared with 5.2 cents in 1909. The board will consider continuing the agricultural motor competition, which has shown great success over the last three years.
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Winnipes
Saskatchewan Elevators Report Prompts Provincial Action
A fragmented note describes an investigation into elevators in the province by cabinet officials after visits to the United States. The inquiry aims to address conditions not covered by previous rules and may lead to cabinet decisions and further actions in the near term.
B Murphy Dead Prominent in Grain Industry
Obituary notice notes B Murphy a prominent figure in the grain sector at Carberry Manitoba. The report mentions his role in the Grain Market and references his family including two sons. A formal resolution is recorded honoring his contributions to the local industry.
Port Arthur Aug 2 harvest parcel ends trip
A clipped report notes that on August 2 Port Arthur shipment arrived and evaded No. 1 Nor, being harvested at St Agathe. The consign ment contains three ears.
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Port Arthur
St Agathe
William Chamberlain to tour eastern farmers on Canadian west prospects
Chamberlain plans a lecture tour aimed at Eastern States farmers to discuss crop prospects and potential colonization in Canada. He intends to appeal directly to audiences later this year, highlighting Western Canadian developments and the idea of moving funerals to Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Chamberlain
Canadian
Chanterlain
Canada
Mafeking Hero Welcomed in Saskatchewan Scout Movement
Regina hosts Sir Robert Baden-Powell as the Boy Scout movement begins in Saskatchewan. A luncheon at the Kine Hotel honors the Mafeking hero, with over two hundred attendees and a leadership lineup including local dignitaries from Regina and across the province.
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Saskatchewan
Regina
Robert
Baden-Powed
Avent Las
RLN
Kine
Boy Scoutement
Interprovincial Fair Dates Set for Exhibition
The board fixed dates for the Interprovincial Fair exhibition from July 24 to August 2. A committee will be formed to organize the event with WT. Sisto presenting an interim report and noting improved finances. The Toronto fair plans are connected to these decisions and aim to boost attendance and revenue.
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Sisto
Toronto
Prati
TEST FOR RAINBOW RAINBOW
OTTAWA Canada reports growing trade with Africa as South Africa buys more goods from Canada in the past year led by animal products bacon condensed milk carriages and manufactured woods. A ship from Esquimalt to the Pacific coast calls at Lac Palma around late September bound for Rio de Janeiro.
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Ottawa
Eer Pee Engiend
Espuimalt
Lac Palma
Cape Horn
Rio Janeiro
Acapulen
South Africa
Tawa
I Africa
Trade and Commerce Department
Ime
Canada
Ascor
TWO SUPERINTENDENTS General Conference at Victoria
At the Victoria General Conference radical changes were voted for in the government scheme. Rev Dr Chown was chosen to act with Rev Canmar and reside in the West, with more superintendents and powers needed. An amendment re-elected for a period, with Rev S Dwn of Toronto named general superintendent. The report notes broader western duties and a reshaped leadership structure.
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Murr
Chicago
Regen
Oman
American Lake Washington
Oregon
Victoria
Chown
Canmar
West
Nere
Jam Aikina
Th Ran
Dwn
Toronto
Canada’s Crack Regiment Arrives for Tour
London reports a crowd eager for the arrival of a famed Canadian regiment. Sir Henry Pellatt and staff met the troops as they steamed in amid cheering onlookers. The period notes the regiment’s role in defending the Empire and the esteem in which they are held for future security.
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London
Chers
Henry Pellattos
Lakagat
Henry
Praises for Canadian Soldiers Reported by Sir John French
A distorted account notes Sir John French praising Canadian troops for their spirit and resilience. It mentions General Sir de Frenchie and a favorable report on voluntary forces, with a recommendation to enhance cavalry and mounted infantry training in the western provinces.
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John French
Valant
Landon
Sir de Frenchie
Desainion Bataven
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Renty
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Nels Hunter
Vancouver
Corp
Haren
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Secnion
Edmonton
Strath Vegteville
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Paris
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Ail Tinmieras
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Queen's Own
Prenle
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