Saskatchewan Liquor Law Aims for Balanced Moderation
Premier Dunning states no immediate change to the Saskatchewan Liquor Act which mirrors Alberta’s system except for beer not sold by the glass. The Moderation League’s request is rejected, citing an eight month trial period and the need for longer evaluation. Alberta is judged by some as superior, while Saskatchewan seeks a “happy medium” without increasing illicit or bootleg activity.
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Dunning
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canada
Canada Reports Increased Favorable Trade Balance
The thirty third annual report of Canada's Department of Trade and Commerce shows a rising favorable trade balance for the year ending March 31 1925 and an improved trade balance with the United States. Exports exceeded imports by 284 429 106 dollars, up 119 032 676 from the prior year, with a reduced US deficit of 82 781 095 dollars in 1925.
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Canada
Department of Trade and Commerce of Canada
United States
Striking constabulary in Ireland draw sympathy
A report notes sympathy for striking constables in Ireland who were dismissed suddenly by a stroke of a pen. The piece cautions readers to consider local conditions before judging the action and discusses the acute employment situation and the methods used by the strikers.
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Ireland
Sunflowers May Fuel Automobiles With New Artichoke Power
English experts under government order explore sunflowers, or Jerusalem artichokes, as a substitute for gasoline. The crop yields 10–20 tons per acre of tubers edible for man and beast, with potential for 15–25 gallons of 95 percent alcohol per ton. Byproducts include acetone and butyl alcohol for explosives, while dried stalks may provide value. The Bureau of Standards notes a new sugar, levulase, from tubers offering 50 percent more sweetness.
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the &Cockers
England
Royal Naval Cordite Mretery
Cardite
Bureau of Standards
Old Country
Jerusalem
Taxes That Won’t ATE T
A Moose Jaw Times note argues taxation should not reduce producer rewards. It suggests a tax system where no one earns the taxes they pay and jokes about paying off the national debt if taxes are not tied to production.
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Moose Jaw
The Whirligig of Time in 1991 UoFA Election
Supporters in Lethbridge rally around candidates in the 1991 university of firs association election. Districts and student groups mobilize on campus and in the city to influence voting turnout.
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Lethbridge
Herald Gut
Uofa
Wool Industry Sees Brighter World Prospects
Sir James Elder says world wool outlook brighter postwar and stock liquidation, stronger markets, and Europe’s economic stabilization will lift prices. Australian producers plan to raise output as demand revives. improving travel routes and roads may boost tourism and regional commerce.
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James Elder
Australia
United States
Sir James
Europe
Tribute to Sir Henry Thornton and Canadian National Railways
The London Sphere honors Sir Henry Thornton for transforming the Canadian National Railways into a living entity within three years. It notes the system’s 22,000 plus miles, express and telegraph networks, a merchant fleet of sixty vessels, and a staff of 190,000, with Thornton engaging staff through concerts and addresses to boost morale and progress.
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Canada
Henry Thornton
Old Country
London Sphere
Canadian National Railways
Sir Henry Thornton
London
German State Railway
Sir
Himry
New Wild Horse Trail Aims to Link Canada U S Routes
A local delegation plans a trip to Edmonton early next year to promote a tourist route from the United States through the Wild Horse port of entry. The design envisions connecting the Red Route to Lethbridge, the Yellow Route to Calgary, and a northern path to Saskatoon via Schuler and Hilda. Proposed by A Doran, John Evenson, and Ed O Conner, the project recently gained strong support in the city.
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Edmonton
United States
Wild Horse
Manvberries
Medicine Hatl
Lethbridge
Calgary
Schuler and
Hilda
Saskatoon
Messrs. A. Doran
John Evenson
Ed. O’conner
Conservatives Prepare for Deliberate Caucus Over Party Policy
Ottawa reports indicate a major Conservative caucus before the Throne speech debate as new conditions and issues emerge since the election. A letter to the Ottawa Journal from W F O Connor urges a strong federal executive to lead the party and nominates prominent members for a provincially elected governing body.
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Ottawa
Montreal Gazette
Ottawa Journal
W. F. O’connor
Quebec
C. H. Cahan
M.P
Montreal
Mr. O’connor
Liberal leadership talk centers on Mr Dunning
The Montreal Gazette suggests Charles Dunning, Saskatchewan Premier, could lead the Liberals if Parliament convenes and the Mackenzie King government Endures. Dunning, a Manitoba native and former farmer, is praised as the party’s strongest western Liberal chief, with Toronto and Quebec as the only provinces electing Liberal majorities.
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Montreal Gazette
Dunning
Charles Dunning
Saskatchewan
Liberal Party
Mackenzie King
Prairie
England
the Gazette
Quebec
Canada
Moses
Montreal
King
George Ross
Liberal Party of
Ontario
High Cost of Reading Winston Churchill Witty Phrases
Fragmentary text discusses the high cost or critique of reading about Winston Churchill and a humorous or critical remark about a "colt tob" side note. The readable parts reference public discourse on books and cost. No clear event, date, or action is established.
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Winston Churchill
Premier Drops Action Against Colonel Hatch
Right Hon. William L. Mackenzie King who launched legal proceedings against A. F. Hatch a local manufacturer for alleged remarks at a Conservative Ward meeting has instructed counsel Henry Carpenter to discontinue the action.
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Hamiltonn
William L. Mackenzie King
A. F. Hatch
King
United States
Henry Carpenter
CNR Ferry Tenders Sought for Ogden Point and Point Ellis
Winnipeg December 19 Tenders called by the Chief Engineer CNR for construction of ferry slips at Ogden Point and Point Ellis Victoria. Tenders close at noon January 4. Forms, instructions and specifications available from the Chief Engineer Winnipeg District and acting District Engineer Vancouver Victoria BC. Tenders to be on railway supplied forms.
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Winnipeg
C.N.R
Ogden Point
Point Hinds
Victoria
Vancouver
Victora B.C
Land Grant Debate Passes Pacific Great Eastern Bill
Victoria, B C. December 19. The Pacific Great Eastern Railway Bill seeks a land grant of 20 000 acres per mile for the railway, advancing to a second reading in the House by a 26 to 19 vote after a full day of debate. The House plans to go into committee on the 21st and may be ready for final adoption tonight with possible adjournment thereafter.
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Victoria
B.C
Pacific Great Eastern Railway
63 Year Old Biker Reaches Record Christmas Cake Weight
Lenion Dec 13 reports a Chipham biker aged 63 and married 30 years produced a Christmas cake this year weighing more than a ton. The two month prep used ten cases of currants 175 pounds of sugar 275 pounds of flour 7 12 pounds of butter 420 IA. tins 2500 eggs 15y pounds of candy beer 30 quarts of milk 125 pounds of wines 5 pounds of citron and eight ounces of raisins sent worldwide.
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Chipham
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