Emigration Seen as Solution to Unemployment in Britain
British Premier Lloyd George argues emigration to Dominions as a cure for wartime unemployment, noting a million more job seekers than in 1914. Sir J Griffiths pushes state aided emigration with possible grants, while May empire premiers meet to discuss the plan.
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J. Griffiths
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Canada
Australia
Rumor of Major General Strickland’s Impending Resignation
London reports that Major General Sir Edward Strickland, commanding troops in Munster, is rumored to resign soon. The Daily Emerald cites that the government has received his interim report on the Cork burning incident.
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Cork
London
Sirdward Strickland
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Umerald
Labor Orgia
Povertament
Russian trade chief opens talks on oil field concessions
London report says Leonid Krassin, Soviet minister of trade, started negotiations with two British oil firms for concessions in the Buky and Grodno fields. These fields reportedly supply a large share of Russia's crude, with British capital involved and many companies already active. The Soviets may seek to repudiate existing rights to gain imports in exchange for new concessions.
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Tneus
Savior of Verdun General Nivelle Arrives in San Francisco
General Robert Nivelle, famed as the savior of Verdun, arrived in San Francisco from Los Angeles for a three day visit. The French colony and war volunteers have arranged elaborate entertainments in his honor during his stay.
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Rebert Nivelle
France
Verdun
Los Angeles
United States
Nivelle
Conviction Quashed in Nat Bell Liquor Case
Mr Justices Hyndman quashed Magistrate McLeod's conviction in the Nat Bell Liquor case and ordered the return of 50,000 dollars, with the forfeiture declared to the crown.
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Hduionton
Wee
Hyndman
McLeod
Nat Bell
International Court of Justice Approved by 22 Nations
Geneva report states 22 nations including Portugal Switzerland Denmark and Salvador approved a protocol for an international court of justice with compulsory arbitration. Ratification by parliaments will activate the court and U S executive consent could bolster its standing.
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League
International Court of Justice
Portugal
Switzerland
Denmark
Salvador
United States
Seck
Senate
Greens
Paraguay
Japan
Uruguay
Siam
Sweden
South
Criticism of Canada economic stance noted by Guardian
London reports Manchester Guardian highlights Geneva correspondent rethinking Canada’s ferocious economic parochialism into economic particularization. The shift, the paper says, shows North and South America sharing views with Britain, urging Europe to align with Germany and Russia before seeking trans Atlantic support.
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Manchester Guardian
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South America
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Russia
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Pay Tribute to Soldiers From Berliner Gramophone Co
The Berliner Gramophone Co pays tribute to employees who left for the Great War. A tablet on the Montreal plant honors those who served, with two, Donald Robinson and Smith Gerard, listed as fallen. Lt-Col Alexander McMullen of St John officiated December 9, as directors, officers, and many employees attended. George I. Keith, noted Boston shoe maker, has died.
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Liecusse Street
Montreal
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Smith Gerard
Alexander McMullen
St. John, N.B
Ultimatum Sent to D Annunzio Demands Island Evacuation
Rome reports General Cagliari issues ultimatum to Gabriele D Annunzio demanding evacuation of Arbe and Veglia islands and release of Italian war materials in Fiume. It also calls for disbanding D Annunzio's forces with a deadline Tuesday at six p m.
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Fiume
Rome
Cagiglia
Adriatic
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D'Annunzio
D’annunzio
Activities of Female Customs Officer Arouse Protest
Windsor Ont December 922 Mrs Martha Ogilvie the special customs officer at Windsor Port has sparked protest from residents. An appeal to Minister Wigmore by Mayor Winter asks her removal. Ogilvie received orders to report to Ottawa for duty and relinquished her post at the Ferry Dock immediately.
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Ont
Martha Ogilvie
Windsor Port
R. W. Wigmore
Winter
Ottawa
California oil production hits new daily record
San Francisco report says November output reaches 820,000 barrels daily, up from October by wellbeing 9,000 barrels. The rise sets a new rate record for California oil, per Standard Oil Company statement.
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San Francisco
California
Standard Oil Company
Century-Old Campbell Dies in St. Clair County Home
James Campbell aged 104 died at his Mast Kenockee home in St. Clair county. Born December 26 1816 in Calcutta India he was the son of a British army Colonel and served in the Crimean war.
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Port Huron
James
Campbell
Mast Kenockee
St. Clair County
Calcutta
India
Withdrawal of U.S. Troops in Germany Not Planned
Major General Henry T. Allen, commanding in Coblenz, told the Petit Parisien that a withdrawal of American troops from Germany is not being considered at this time. The report of withdrawal appeared in dispatches from Brussels. A. D. Griffith, Walkerville police chief for 60 years, has resigned.
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U.S
Germany
Henry T. Alien
Coblenz
Petit Parisien
Isrussels
A. D. Griffith
Walkerville
Unemployed Workers in Quebec Reach Nine Thousand
Labor circles claim a serious unemployment problem in Quebec with 9,000 workers out of work at present. The note highlights the need for relief and action to ease the jobless situation.
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Quebec
Dees
Balloon missing from Rockaway naval air station prompts search
The Canadian Air Board will aid Lieut Kyvans in his search for the balloon lost near Rockaway NW. Ottawa dispatches telegrams to likely docks asking for watch efforts though no trace has been found and it is uncertain if the balloon crossed into Canada.
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Geo
Canadian Air Board
Kyvans
Rockaway
Rockaway Naval Air Station
Canada
Inaugural Ball Revived for Harding Inauguration
Washington officials confirm return of the inaugural ball as a feature of the upcoming March inauguration of President elect Harding. The event, once suggested to be omitted at Wilson's request, marks a social debut for the new president and the first lady.
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Harding
Wilson
Tle
Working Hours Cut In All C N R Shops
Monetana NBL reports a 10 percent cut in working hours across GIN JIL shops starting January 1. Aimed at avoiding layoffs, a 40 hour week from January to April is proposed, with a one week shutdown between Christmas and New Year for overhaul.
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Onemeethic
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Ugherd
Munnetou
City Finances Prompt Payment Tax Notice
Citizens urged to pay taxes promptly to maintain credit and settle city overdraft. $125000 in three year Treasury Notes sold today to net about $180000. bank charges up to 7 percent, city borrowed at 5 percent to clear overdraft. A 10 percent penalty applies from January 1.
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Fire at Sudbury leaves 12 families homeless
Sudbury report states the Laeberge building, a major apartment block, was totally destroyed by a fire that started at 11 last night. Loss estimated between 50 000 and 75 000 dollars. Also notes W He Mighamp, Sperling Manitoba postmaster, died from a self inflicted wound, suspected.
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Laeberge
Conference Working On Basis German Payment
Brussels reports say Germany’s payment of 10 billion marks in gold remains the basis for the second financial conference session. Delegates weigh whether Germany’s needs justify waiving parts of the Versailles treaty while keeping the country a going concern under Allied guidance.
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Brussels
Germany
Varios
Sugar refineries reopen in Montreal amid replenished stocks
Montreal reports sugar refineries reopen after closures as stockpiles need replenishing. Officials say resumed operations have no extraordinary market impact and reflect growing orders rather than sudden demand.
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Montreal
Alberta Liquor Act Upheld by Alberta Supreme Court
Edmonton December 201L Justice Alyndian rules the Alberta Liquor Act is intra vires and within provincial power. The conviction of Nat Bell Liquor Company Edmonton is quashed and $50 000 liquor seized by the government is ordered returned. The ruling cites lack of personal knowledge of illegal sale by defendants and explicit instruction against local sale.
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Justice Hyndman
Act
Nat Bell
Edmonton
Alberta
Justice Alyndian
Alberta Supreme Court
Nat. Bell
Nat Bell Liquor Company of
Bell
Worlesale
Soup kitchens may be needed amid unemployment in St John
At yesterday's council meeting mayor Schofield warned current unemployment levels could require opening soup kitchens. The remark underscores the city's concern over growing hardship and potential relief measures.
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St. John, NB
Couneil
Schofield
Curling Season Opens With Scratch Games Tonight
Tonight marks the start of the curling season as enthusiasts begin with scratch games and soon expect team lineups to form. Mr. Plamley notes the sheets in fine condition and that rinks are ready for play with steady practice ahead.
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Besom
Stane
Passage of Eire Home Rule Policy Stirs Dublin Press
Dublin reports the passage of a Home Rule policy viewed as highly important by papers. It is seen unlikely to be accepted by Ulster or the rest of Ireland and critics doubt the British government will implement its provisions.
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Dee
Ulster
Ireland
Robbery Case Yields Three-Year Kingston Penalty
At Cornwall Ontario Dr Archie Beaubin is implicated in a site robbery. Two men were arrested and sentenced to three years in Kingston Penitentiary following the charges.
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Cornwell
Minstrels Rehearsal at Empress Theatre Tonight
A brief notice announces a rehearsal by The Minstrels at the Empress Theatre tonight at eight o'clock. Details are scant due to fragmented text but the event is scheduled for the evening.
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Sd Pine
Empress Theatre
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