Gershaw is Unanimous Liberal Candidate at Convention
Dr. F W Gershaw won unanimous nomination at the Liberal convention amid applause. He thanked supporters and pledged to have a free hand in parliament if elected. Charles Stewart contrasted Liberal policies with Conservative, praising prosperity under Liberal governance and urging continued reform.
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Murder mystery swirls around Rev Hall case
Testimony to Special Prosecutor Simpson places Mrs Eleanor Mills as a murder victim killed in the Hall home. Marie Gildea allegedly stated he has been murdered before the rector’s body was found. State police were ordered to watch Ralph V M Gorsline while not arresting him, and Nellie Russell was sought as a material witness.
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Marie Gildea
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State Police
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James Mills
France Ratification Debate Delays Poincare Pact Talks
In Pats Aug 7 opposition grows to Premier Poincare as the cabinet postpones ratification discussions on British and United States debt agreements. Ambassador Wrenger notes belief that France will ratify before the vacation close.
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Boivin Dies in Philadelphia Former Canadian Minister
Philadelphia reports Hon George Boivin former Canadian Minister of Customs died at St Josephs hospital after an appendectomy. Canadian Press notes his condition was very serious earlier today.
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Syracuse Storm Rips Through Central New York
Syracuse New York was struck by a severe storm featuring lightning, record rainfall, and a miniature cyclone. Destruction spread through Syracuse and nearby CentraI New York with damaged buildings, downed wires, charred trees, and impassable streets as the rain swept in from the north, concentrating near Liverpool.
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Macdonald Not to Run in General Elections
Halifax Evening Echo reports from Antigonish that Hon. B. E. Macdonald minister of national defence under former Premier King will not stand as a Liberal candidate due to impaired health. It is believed C. C. Messaac will be chosen at the Antigonish Guysboro convention next Wednesday.
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Hall Mills murder case rekindled by July arrest
Frances Stevens Hall was arrested at her New Brunswick New Jersey home on a murder charge in the famed Hall Mills case. She allegedly killed her husband Rev Edward W Hall and choir singer Eleanor Mills whose bodies were found Sept 16 1922 under a crabapple tree on Phillips farm near New Brunswick. The crime had long been an unsolved mystery and stirred intense public interest.
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Keetch Reprimands McPherson Case Grand Jury
Los Angeles judge Arthur Keetch sharply rebuked the county grand jury over its handling of the Aimee Semple McPherson disappearance inquiry. He cited leaks and commendations to officials, warning the public that such actions suggest political influence and secrecy violations. The district attorney said indictments were not justified yet, stressing the need for careful evidence before proceeding.
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Inquiry into Margaret adjourned in Quebec
The inquiry into customs conditions aboard the cruiser Margaret in Quebec adjourned sine die after a brief session. A statement for A J Doucet was read by counsel Belley and the ship log was shown. Sir Francois Lenieux will resume the investigation near Halifax around August 16. Also noted was the death of Robert T. Lincoln at Manchester Vermont at age 84.
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Francois Lenieux
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Halifax
Wheat Crop Outlook in Prairie Province Brightens
Edmonton reports the weather has been hot and dry with scattered showers, reducing yield slightly but overall prospects are good. The fortnightly crop report says the wheat crop should match or exceed last year’s total, though the southwest and eastern belts may yield light crops. Harvesting has begun in the southeast and Peace River areas, with broader cutting starting next week.
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Weather outlook for Saskatchewan and Alberta today and Sunday
Nor the winds blow from the north with local showers but expect partly fair skies today and Sunday. Temperatures will be quite cool in northern districts tonight.
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Alberta taxation committee schedules southern province hearings
The Alberta government advisory taxation committee led by Dr. H. M. Tory will hold sessions in Calgary on August 14 and 18, Lethbridge on August 16, and Medicine Hat on August 17. The talks will cover province city finances, taxing rights, and the Mothers' Allowance amendment pending proclamation and municipal impact.
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Alberta Government
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Lethbridge
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H. M. Tory
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Meighen Itinerary Dates Revised Edmonton
Premier Meighen changes Alberta speaking schedule. now to speak August 19 in Edmonton instead of August 23. The itinerary lists August 19 Wetaskiwin and Edmonton, August 20 Calgary, August 21 Fernie and Lethbridge.
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Wheat market sinks on weak demand in Winnipeg
The Winnipeg wheat market closed 1% cent lower amid scarce buying. October at 1.40 1 4, December 1.38, May 1.43. Openings slipped, a New York house sold long wheat triggering a drop. Oats barley steady. rye down 1 1/2. flax eased about a cent. Cash grain quiet. weather generally clear with cool weekend forecast. Local showers and temperatures around 85 and 84.
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