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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jan 08, 1914
Page
1
Charles H. Moyer president of the Western Federation of Miners arrives in Hoighton Michigan with Charles H. Tanner under deputy sheriff protection. They will appear before a special grand jury as Governor Ferris aims to push an inquiry into the Moyer Tanner case amid ongoing copper strike tensions.
A Winnipeg deputation from the Social Service Council pressed Premier Roblin on amending the focal option law and urged a provincial plebiscite on abolishing the bar. Roblin replied that abolishing bars would harm society and temperance, expressing support for closing bars and wholesale houses while opposing an immediate prohibition mandate.
London reports that sixteen army officers and several civilian clerks are summoned by a police magistrate in a widening bribery inquiry. The officers are from the quartermaster's department and many have risen from the ranks. The scope of corruption led the War Office to hand evidence to regular legal authorities.
A Canadian and American prelates participated in the consecration of a bishop in Cleveland Ohio. The event marked a notable ecclesiastical occasion as church leaders from both nations joined in the ceremonial duties at the cathedral.
Sir James Whitney, struck with heart trouble, showed only limited improvement after a night of undisturbed sleep. Medical briefings noted the premier remained weak and under careful observation, despite hopes of progress as Ottawa sources urge patience. His condition prompted cautious mood among supporters and a tight circle around Lady Whitney and aides.
In Cape Town and across the Union of South Africa the general railways strike shows uneven adherence. Train crews in the Transvaal largely stay on duty while shops and stations report widespread work stoppages elsewhere. Passengers and officials move freely as protection surrounds crews.
Toronto report states Miss Myrtle Jy Jones, 25, attended patient in the Victoria Hospital emergency ward, dropped dead from heart failure. She was a Victoria Hospital graduate.
Toronto reports that the railways have discharged about fifteen hundred workers in the last two weeks and more reductions are expected as company cutbacks continue.
A letter from Jerry Miner leading a gang of unemployed threatens to shoot the town if all men are not given work by Friday night. Authorities warn women and children to stay off streets and mobilize mounted police under Supt MecRibbon to maintain order.
Forbes Skene in Toronto faces fraud charges connected to a bank case. The faded ledger notes and names like Lindsay and Wright are mentioned in the fragmentary report from January.
About 300000 bushels of Argentine corn are unloading at a port today with millions more under contract. The import surge follows the tariff act removal on staples, marking a direct result of policy change. Since the tariff took effect over 1,000,000 bushels have entered the United States, signaling intensified competition with American corn.
Delegation from Medicine Hat led by W Huckvale S Baird Raymond Knight and H A Croas leaves for Ottawa to press the continuation of ranching leases in the province. Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association will send a supporting group as delegates from High River and district join the effort. Ex Mayor Spencer and Col Sissons also depart to attend the Ottawa conference.
London dispatch says confidential negotiations with allies aim to secure funds for additional warships. The correspondent notes indications of a planned move against Greece and a possible Greek seizure near Albania during the recent war era.
An important announcement from a North Pan Manitoba region near Selkirk states the Dominion government plans a complete demonstration farm in the coming year. The project aims to showcase agricultural techniques at a large site in the St. Clemets municipality area with a complimentary banquet accompanying the event.
London report on Right Hon C H Hobhouge M P dismisses naval excesses noting Britain built larger ships than ever before. He argues trimming size power and cost could prompt allied reductions and lower armament bills before the new financial year begins.
Swift Current issued building permits totaling 1 018 308 in 1913, up from 791 144 in 1912. The figures reflect sustained construction activity and growth in the region’s development during the period.
Brandon January 7 delegates gathered for the grain growers annual session opening. The convention featured strong attendance with over 200 registered by ten o clock and noted a welcome atmosphere and cordial tone. A notable aspect was a sizable participation from women among the attendees.
Brindisi reports indicate Albanian factions split over a claimant to the throne Izzet Pasha seen as favored by northern Muslims while southern Albanians back a plan led by Tazet Paghi. Italian authorities intervene at Avlona disarming sections amid looming protectorate moves.
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