31 Dec 1926
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Dec 31, 1926
Page
1
Police express belief that a truce has broken down following the discovery of Hillary Clements body two weeks after his family had identified gangsters who delivered him. Three bailouts in custody. authorities pursue further leads.
The Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting at the Cecil Hotel with strong turnout. Members discussed pressing Medicine Hat for the Canadian National Railway and endorsed community backing for CN reconstruction, awaiting concrete steps. President N. M. Waldo chaired and presented the annual report.
The record outlines a year’s work of the Medicine Hat Chamber of Commerce, covering activities through the past year and continuing into the next. It notes the assembly of twelve members from the Aes tors and three council representatives, with selections by the group and ongoing planning details.
A provincial police posse surrounded a shack near Waldo housing an armed Chinese man deemed insane. Constable Sharp of the Elko detachment and another unarmed officer were seriously wounded by rifle fire from the besieged man.
London December 81 The Admiralty today ordered the construction of a 10000 ton cruiser provided for in the current naval estimates and to be built at Glasgow.
A fragment notes Ottawa aims to firmly establish air mail routes in Canada by 1927. Officials estimate development costs around 1,000 units and seek royal endorsement and civil pilot involvement to advance the project.
A Christian Science reflection on New Year resolutions. It argues true change comes from recognizing God as the infinite Mind and man as His reflection, not from willpower alone. Resolutions rooted in divine understanding lead to lasting good and better understanding of God and His creation.
Makushin volcano erupts violently near the small Indian village of Flint Bay, Alaska, 16 miles southwest of Dutch Harbor. The eruption belched fire and smoke intermittently yesterday as an earthquake was felt in central Washington. The village, home to about 75 people, is accessible only by dog team or ship, and it is unclear what action has been taken. Earthquake tremors were reported mainly in Yakima and Wenatchee.
Residents report many cellars flooded in Longueuil district after the St. Lawrence rose overnight. Water receded by morning, though riverfront areas remained high with no imminent flood danger observed.
An 82 year old, Garbutt Gedtige, died after being struck by a turning vehicle yesterday near a hill in Toronto. The motorist attempted to jump free but the car became stuck. Police are investigating the fatality.
The News begins publishing H C Witwer new tale Bill Grimms Progress as a Monday serial. It promises crackling humor youthful romance and whizzing adventure with hero Bill Grimm aided by Barbara Baxter and also featuring Pansy Pilkington.
Los Angeles DA Asa Keyes announced to continue the case against evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson after star witness Mrs. Lorraine Wiseman-Sielaff strengthened her account. The reversal follows prior statements that the charges might be dropped and reflects renewed pursuit amid the Carmel hoax inquiry.
If the bit weather holds curling may occur at the rink tonight but temperatures must drop. Caretaker Primiby at No 2797 is asked to confirm if curling can proceed. Market reports note a very small sale this morning as farmers faced slippery conditions with butter selling at about 35 cents a pound.
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