French and British advance in Somme sectors war updates
British troops advance northwest of Contal-Amalson and near Ovillers with additional guns and prisoners. French gains south of the Somme include trenches and the line toward Peronne, with 950 Germans captured in the sector and new thrusts against Barleaux and Flaucourt.
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Somme
Peronne
Champagne
Delatyn
Russia
Kovel
London
Contal-Amalson
Ovillers
Paris
Excelsior
France
Camp de Mailly
Troyes
War Office
Tha
Barleaux
Vosges
Berlin
Volhynia
Stokhod
Trones Wood
Thamaisonetie Farm
Barfaux
Pari
Flaucourt
Biaches
Meuse
Hardecourt
Verdun
Chattancourt
Fleury
Damloup
Apremont
Croix St. Jean
Boils de Troyes
Farmer Guilty Of Selling Grain Under Seizure
District Judge Green presided in a case against Adam Sackman for theft of 1000 bushels of grain during early 1916. Evidence showed the grain was hauled and sold to Ogilvie Milling Co after Sheriff Chudleigh seized it. Sackman faced a suspended sentence after three months in custody.
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Greene
Green
Adam Sackman
Ogilvie Milling Co
Chudleigh
German War Situation Seen As Most Serious Threat
A historic news brief notes the German war situation as the most serious threat facing the present crisis. Analysts warn the balance of power in Europe could hinge on developments described as critical and potentially decisive.
Editorial Review On Critical Situation In West
The Frankfurter Zeitung, via Amsterdam despatch, says our position is critical and we depend on leadership. It stresses proper use of forces, heavy responsibility on staff in the West, and a firm, purposeful resolve.
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Lowlon
Frankfurter Zeitung
Bowman visitors tour Revelstoke and Atlas lumber ops
Kansas City businessman W C Bowman and companions tour Revelstoke Sawmill Co and Atlas Lumber Co branches in Canada. They report strong crop prospects and bright lumber trade outlooks, with optimism on future growth despite current conditions.
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United States
Canada
Revelstoke Sawmill Company
Atlas Lumber Company
W. C. Bowman
Kansas City
S H. Bowman, Jr
B. Bowman
Minneapolis
Revelstoke Sawmill Co
Atlas Lumber Co
W. ¢. Bowman
Winnipeg
Swift Current
Calgary
Edmonton
Bowman
S H. Bowman
Revelstoke and Atlas Lumber Co
Redcliff
German Submarines Reach American Ports Reported
The Germania Deutschland and the Deutchland cross the Atlantic, arrive at Norfolk and Baltimore with official notes from Kaiser Wilhelm. The Deutschland docks at Norfolk at 1 45 am, proceeds to Baltimore with 29 aboard and a 1000 ton cargo. A German merchant flag is raised on arrival.
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Baltmore
Deitchland
Atlantic
Eastern Forwarding Company
Baltimore
North German Lloyd Company
North German Lloyd Line
Paul W. Konig
Deutchland
Tas
England
Norfolk
Capes
Timmons
Kalrig
Emperor William
Wilson
Cocke
Coast Guard
Ccutter Onondaga
Norman Hamilton
Chadwick
Deutschland
Schumacher &* Co
Schumacher &Co
German aeroplane over Kent coast driven off
An airship or aeroplane crossed the Kent coast this morning. Anti aircraft guns fired on the craft, which turned seaward and was chased by British aircraft. It was not overtaken and dropped no bombs.
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London
English
Kent
Recruiting officer reports refusal to enlist on three occasions
The 176th recruiting officer recalls three Saturday night refusals by an individual who said he would not enlist because it would give his position to a foreigner, and he would remain in his post.
City Council Meeting To Consider Budget Estimates
City council plans a session tonight to review budget estimates and potential rate adjustments. Officials aim to finalize figures and determine next steps for local fiscal planning.
Western Canada Typographical Unions Meet in Edmonton
The Western Canada Conference of Typographical Unions opens in Edmonton this Thursday with six Medicine Hat delegates. Secretary Treas B W Bellamy who had resigned earlier is persuaded to withdraw and travels with Mrs Bellamy to the convention. They plan a late evening address to Calgary Union members and guests in support of the Woman's Auxiliary to the Typographical Union. Mr W B Steve and Private W Burgess and their wives join the trip, leaving today and Wednesday respectively.
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Western Canada Conference of Typographical Unions
Edmonton
Medicine Hatters
B. W. Bellamy
Bellamy
Calgary Union
Lady Friends
W. B. Steve
W, Burgess
Bookkeeper from Glasgow in Medicine Hat court case
Police court heard W Howat before Ms Rae on a charge of lacking subsistence. The prisoner admitted no intent to commit a crime and claimed no plan. A bookkeeper by origin from Glasgow, he was connected to a Medicine Hat warehouse case, with prior court involvement noted.
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W. Howat
Chief Johnston On Import Alberta Justice Grant Report
Kenora officials report Chief Johnston on arrival with Calgary Chief Cuddy present. Alberta Attorney General welcomes grant support as part of provincial justice funding. Members listed amid discussions of reform and resource allocation.
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Kenora
A. A. Johnston
Chie Cuddy
Calgary
Alberta
Jorney
Ting @ grant
Abc
King George Welcomes Overseas Parliamentarians
King George extends welcome to overseas parliamentarians at Buckingham Palace. He stresses the importance of visits from dominion leaders for fostering interchanges of ideas and bridging oceans within the empire. The speech recalls a 15 year-old royal visit and the enduring affection between the mother country and dominions.
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Teing
Buckingham
Palace
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