German women warn milk crisis would endanger treaty
A Berlin dispatch reports a letter from a German women’s committee to French women stating that surrender of 800000 milk cows under Versailles terms would harm Germany’s ability to meet obligations. It notes six years without milk, rising tuberculosis deaths, and 38 000 more child deaths in 1918 versus 1913, with Prussia’s child mortality up 160 percent.
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Luxury tax abolished after Sunday December fifteenth
Government orders abolition of most luxury taxes except on spirits wines and certain preparations. Sales tax remains. The move cites rising unemployment and aims to ease hardships in industry. References to historical remissions by Laurier and Borden administrations are noted.
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House Ways and Means Pushes Emergency Tariff Bill
Washington reports the House Ways and Means Committee backed the Wordney Walerseney tariff bill designed to protect American commerce and instructed Chairman Fordney to push action before the Christmas recess. Ottawa warns Canada fears an embargo on foodstuffs and potatoes could harm Atlantic provinces, Western wheat and cattle trade, with officials doubting full prohibition.
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Murder at Benneon's Mission Heights New York
In New York on Sunday two armed men robbed the Benneon’s Mission office, forcing the clerk to open the safe and steal about $400. James Russell, 50, intervened and was fatally shot. Police hunt the assailants as crime waves continue.
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Constantine Returns to Greece in Emotive Athens Welcome
Constantine of Greece arrived in Athens amid tears of joy as crowds packed the old palace balcony. Premier Rhalli, Queen Sophie, and Princess Alexandra witnessed the scene while Constantine pledged unity and peace, citing alliances with Romania and continuation of ancestral culture.
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Prison Populations Rise in Eastern Canada After War
The penitentiary branch reports rising prison populations in Ontario and Quebec, with increases of 80 percent or more since the war. The trend is noted as particularly marked in eastern Canada, reflecting broader corrections pressures.
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Canada
Department of Justice
Ontario
Quebec
Weather Summary From Prairie Provinces For Sunday
Weather across the prairie provinces shows cloudy conditions in Moose Jaw Saskatoon Nelson and Medicine Hat with cold air. Winnipeg Lethbridge Calgary and Edmonton report varying cloudiness and light snow in Alberta. The forecast calls for continued unsettled conditions with a mix of sun and clouds and cold temperatures through the coming days.
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Mamonton
Calgary
Medicine Hat
Clowdy
Winnipeg
Local Liquor Offenses Lead to Fines in Police Court
In police court today Mrs Milien was fined 200 dollars and costs for keeping liquor for sale and Mah Ling received a 10 dollar fine plus costs for possessing liquor other than in a private dwelling.
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Rotary Minstrels Rehearsal Tonight at Empress Theatre
The Rotary Minstrels will hold a rehearsal tonight at the Empress Theatre starting at o'clock. The event invites local members to attend and prepare performances for upcoming engagements.
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Rotary Minstrels
Empress Theatre
Farrows Bank Suspends Payments Across London Branches
London reports Farrows Bank an institution with large deposits, suspended payments this period. The bank, capital 2,000,000 pounds with deposits around 20,000,000 to 30,000,000, offered no immediate explanation for the move.
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London
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Stdewarks
Wheat Growers Lobby to End Speculative Trading Practices
The Wheat Growers' Association of America with headquarters in Wichita petitions President-elect to use influence to eliminate evil speculative practices on boards of trade. Secretary-Treasurer W McCreevy announced the group has about 140000 members.
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New York Police Dragnet Nets Hundreds in City Sweep
The New York police mobilized 11,000 officers plus 445 aides to curb a crime wave. Over 180 crooks and suspicious characters were rounded up in the sweep, with more than 140 detained last night but no major arrests reported.
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Peace in Russia Report Baffles War Fronts
London dispatch says the USSR has a temporary peace amid no active fronts and no direct threat to Russia. Leon Trotsky cites a lack of imminent danger while Soviet authorities report halt in warfare.
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No reprieve for Tom Bassoff in Bellevue gang case
Lethbridge report states Tom Bassoff, who killed Corporal Usher and Constable Batley in the August 2 Bellevue gun fight with the Baetsorts bandit gang, will be executed on Christmas week Wednesday morning. Ottawa justice department forwarded word to Sheriff Young. no reprieve planned as scaffold is prepared at the provincial jail.
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Search Island in Galway Bay Ends with Shootings
Dublin dispatch says military and police boats surrounded the main Aran group island at Galway Bay at dawn to carry out a search. Two men were shot escaping, three more wounded, and several prisoners taken, according to brief Dublin messages. A pulp mill is planned for Arnprior Ontario.
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Galway Bay
Botterill Elected President of G.W.V.A. in Red Deer
Red Deer elects W. D. Botterill as president of the G.W.V.A. at the provincial convention closing session. Officers named include 1st Vice President Longworth of Lethbridge and Secretary Gallacher of Calgary. Delegates noted emphasis on small locals filling key posts and a push to secure federal housing funds for Alberta plus a cash bonus for veterans.
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Red Deer
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Lethbridge
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Calgary
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C P R Agent Held Up In Mivston
An unknown man robbed CPR agent G. Fletcher in Mivston last night tying a cloth over his face and forcing entry to a desk drawer. He fled with an undetermined amount of money.
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G. Fletchér
C.P.R. Agobi
Retail Clothing Prices Fall in Canada and U S
Toronto on December 20 reports retailers say clothing prices have hit bottom and will rise again after a general buying strike. Dealers note the luxury tax and weak demand pressured prices, with a predicted return to stable levels once markets recover.
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Toronto
Canada
United States
CPR Angus Shops to Close for Annual Overhaul
Canadian Pacific Angus shops will shut from December 23 to January 14 for their yearly overhaul. About 5,500 employees will be laid off during the period as work is suspended for the maintenance of the plant.
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Montreal
Nha
Canadian Pacific
Curlers Set Meeting Amid Bad Weather Plans
Curlers gather at the rings tonight to discuss pressing business as heavy weather keeps teams active outside. Teeemaker bhewmley is busy planning, hoping for calmer conditions for curling in a couple of days.
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Teeemaker
Lords Agree on Irish Home Rule Amendments
London December 26 The House of Lords approves all amendments to the Irish Home Rule bill after a brief debate.
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House of Commons
House of Lords
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