17 Jan 1918
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
1
Von Hertling aims to push his plan in the east dealing with Russians while Von Hindenburgs view gains support if the West front yields victory. The report notes a coalition approach shaping policy amid ongoing conflict.
Berlin and Amsterdam reports claim a German agreement among political and military leaders to back Chancellor Von Termathue’s stance on eastern questions and self determination, with Field Marshal von Thindenbuee granted leeway on western actions if Germany wins.
An associate of 105 Caillaux is arrested amid the French government inquiry into former Premier Caillaux’s activities. The man, a lawyer, attended a luncheon for Signor Cavallivie and may have accompanied Deputy Loustalot. Intercepted diplomatic correspondence and Brest-Litovsk talks feature in the latest disclosures.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Esengelical Church near Pendant Vvoriehle concluded a fruitfully busy year with a bake sale and supper raising funds for church needs. They honored the pastor with a Christies present and discussed upcoming meetings.
Canadians mount a rugged drill of authentic combat around Liha, with weapons, tactics, and marching drills described in a vivid, wartime tone. Leaders like Verdy, Stokes, and Gast coordinate the exercise as newsmen note enemy exposure to this training.
An article fragment describes a long investigation or inquiry with conflicting conclusions. It mentions officials, tribunals, and debates over evidence and displosures. It references dates, names, and locations, including a residence on Park Street and community concerns. The piece conveys uncertainty and procedural contention surrounding the case.
Fragmentary text describes a tense scene with names and places blurred by OCR. The passage mentions entities like Wells and Seif with unclear actions and multiple stray fragments, lacking concrete outcomes or coherent narrative.
Fragmentary text mentions otitis and medical concerns with vague threats and names unclear.
In a tense meeting, merchants appointed as defenders to counter Cigars' influence discussed how to structure the retill committee. Deputy Attorney General Browning's notes and a vote among delegates shaped the plan, including who pays expenses for Calgary delegates and how rules should limit discrimination.
Ottawa delegates from Canada’s labor groups and War Cabinet discuss the general labor shortage, agricultural needs, and railway demands. Officials emphasize military requirements and possible curtailment of nonessential industries, with plans for further conferences and a government statement.
The Trades Council faces prosecution under the act with a case testing the Net provisions. The council claims to protect information from other stores beyond Provin and argues compliance questions will be addressed in court.
A court case discusses a dispute over a note tied to sale of property to Pseluitter. The judge dismissed the action with costs, citing that the note holder’s rights were unsettled by prior receipt of funds before the deed. The defendant counterclaimed for return of the note or damages, and won on the counterclaim.
In a Saskatchewan Supreme Court judgment, Burtice Beck awarded $475 and costs to the plaintiff. Cattle impounded at Medicine Hat were claimed by Udluken who swore ownership though brands matched a Saskatchewan cattle from Jones. Ball and Cameron represented Husken. Blackstock appeared for stones dud.
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