Religious Dignitaries to Receive British Commander
Fragmentary note mentionsHoly City recipients Christians Jews and Moslems and a British commander linked to justice assurances in a religious context.
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Holy City
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
1
War fronts report heavy fighting across Europe and Russia
Reports from London and Rome describe intensified artillery actions between the Piave and Brenta in Italy and large scale aerial battles over the Western fronts. In Russia,Kaledines led counter-revolutionary forces as Bolsheviks face unrest in Moscow with fears of mutiny and street fighting. Stockholm notes Kaledines declaring control in Dynetz, while Turkey mobilizes to oppose Bolsheviks. A Chinese connection emerges from Harbin with soldiers and workers amid Trans-Siberian tensions.
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Teuton Daily Vénenetes
Piave
Brenta
Italy
Rome War Office
Gating
Stockholm
Kaledines
Dynetz
Russia
Fushn Ukral
Hkharkox
Boldhevii
Bolhevki
Turkéstah
Il “Ntén
Tashkent
China
Unclear Historical Critique of Government Policies
Fragmentary passage criticizes patronage in appointments and contracts, limiting profits for packing houses and flour mills, banning draught in liquor production, curbing public works, expanding the Comptroller’s powers, boosting dependents' allowances, and opposing Quebec Tribunals. Mentions an election forced by Laurier after eight weeks in office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quebec
Laurier
Wilfred Balkter Seen in City This Morning
Wilfred Balkter passed through the city this morning en route to Calgary where he is to speak tonight. He was accompanied by Senator Casératu, J W Mitchell, the provincial treasurer of Quebec, and Whirtley Dewart. Balkter appeared in good health and spirits as he met a small group of local supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treisdver’ di Quesbec
Whirtley Dewart
Toronte
Calgary
Ehitettain
Wastage Figures for Canadian Expeditionary Force
The militia department release shows the last two weeks of November with 15 180 infantry wastage in the half month ending November 30. Overseas casualties 2787, discharged in Canada 674, discharged in England 145, discharged in Canada for discharge 2410. Of 1058 recruits, 1426 enlisted in Canada, 530 in the United States, two in Ireland. Infantry received 1508 new men, 372 to artillery, 308 to railway construction and forestry battalions, rest to miscellaneous units.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Canadian Expeditionary Force
Militia Department
Lotz
Canada
England
U’nited States
Ireland
British general enters Jerusalem on foot amid proclamations
London reports Premier Lloyd George announcing Allenby, the British commander in Palestine, entered Jerusalem on foot Tuesday. A proclamation prepared for Baghdad promises impartial justice at the holy sites and welcomes the British war effort. Austrian talks in Vienna hint at large scale western moves before American forces arrive.
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London
Dev
Liloyd-George
House of Commons
Allenby
Palestine
Gran
Jerusalem
Bagdad
Ayas
Ari Nhents
Ynadecat
Cerusalem
Semar
Iuatin
Ehareh
Astern
Éhareh
Holy Pit
General Election Rumors Stir British Parliament
Extracts show rumors around the general election and the government facing possible shifts. Asquith appears opposed by some factions though no strong opposition to the government is clear. The government contemplates appealing to the people if assurances of support are not provided.
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Att Impedis
Nulideat
Drsix
sritheWt
Prem“Aloy Gaby
Asquith Ig
Tabadgattist
Liord-tieorge
No Work for Allied Subjects in Australia Proclaimed
In Melbourne on December 12 a proclamation issued under von Reiter’s authority bars employment for allied subjects of military age in Australia. The order cites national security needs and bans workers from this category from taking on jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Melbourne
Exemptions Granted in Ottawa Military Service Appeals
At the courthouse this morning Justice Simmons and counsel heard appeals against military tribunals. About 40 appellants were exempted after proving bonafide farm work. One applicant, P. McCid, argued draft would ruin his business while he had two brothers in active service and another in Ontario. His case was reassessed with a recommendation to expand cultivation next year. A widow’s employee was exempted until June 1. (Continued on page 7.)
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Ontario
Halifax Disaster Toll Grows as Deaths and Missing Rise
Reports from Halifax detail hundreds of blind and orphaned, with 908 full orphans confirmed. Investigations continue into deaths and injuries from a catastrophic explosion, while estimates place the dead between 900 and 1,000 with many unreported losses. Refugees reassess, and some return as relatives reconnect amidst widespread property damage.
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Ulty Mandreds
Halifax
Ann Teall
Ofethe Mont
Blanc
Tom
Rrp Iaty
Aivetican
Ani
Man's reply ends conscription visit with silence
A man who visited a Barkhetet home to argue against conscription was met by a widow. When asked if he had sons, the visitor claimed three. The oldest objector, second forced to stay home, and a nineteen year old were discussed. The widow challenged the notion of duty and property, then the man left quietly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Mabie
Kaiser Should Abdicate Says German Reichstag Member
Dee Albrecht von Graefe, a Reichstag member, urges abdication in Deutsche Rundschau saying Prussian militarism is tied to the Hohenzollerns. He writes that elected Germans ask the Kaiser to remove the obstacle and grant peace benefits.
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Geneva
Dee. Dlh
Albrecht von Graefes Goldebee
Reichstag
Deutsche Reltung
von Graefe
Laurier Meeting Highlights Lovelace Policy Split
Hartley DeWart reports Capt. Lovelace of Lincoln county Ontario supports Sir Wilfrid Laurier on war policy but opposes Premier Borden endorsed candidate. A letter from Major Stanley Lovelace quotes his father saying he rejects a conscription referendum as too tense and a dodge of the issue.
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Winnipeg
Laurier
Hartley
DeWart
Capt. Lovelace
Lincoln County
Ontario
Wilfrid
Borden
Major Stanley Lovelace
Learning to Secure Help Through News Want Ads
The article notes that the best way to obtain competent assistance is through News Want Ads, emphasizing their effectiveness. It highlights the reliability of classified listings for finding suitable workers and the value of clear, direct advertisements.
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Hougéenlvea
Halifax Suspension of Conscription Reported
The Halifax military district is reported to suspend operations in localities affected by the catastrophe. A more definite announcement regarding Halifax appears forthcoming and the first draft is expected to be called up soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Military Aéve Hue Cinniell
Halifax Military District
Halifax
Bolshevik Dismisses All Russian Ambassadors
Petrograd reports Leun Trotsky declares all Russian ambassadors dismissed and deprived of rights and pensions. Bolshevik foreign minister denounces the Kerensky government as ignored by the foreigners.
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Petrograd
Der
Leun Trotsky
Ltt
Kerensky
Troitky
1st party details hinder Berwick speech by storm
The report notes a speaker was unable to address Berwick due to a storm and mentions Sir Robert’s travel adjustments to aid after a disaster in Halifax.
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Berwick
Robert Ww
Montreal
Ender
Halifax
Pension Lists Undergoing Adjustments In Council Revisions
The order details changes from a two to twenty one class disability system and a general increase of 25 percent. It notes allowances authorized for two tier categories across all classes, replacing former payments to beneficiaries or dependents on disability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order- In-council
NewasWa Tent Help Seeks Best Securing Method
A brief note suggests the most effective way to secure tent assistance is through NewasWa, emphasizing reliable support and practical steps for organizers seeking dependable staffing and setup.
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NewasWa
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