Dirigible Crash Through Skyscraper Bank Kills Eleven
Chicago officials opened an inquiry into yesterday’s explosion and collapse of a Goodyear dirigible that crashed through the Illinois Trust and Savings Bank skylight, killing 11 and injuring 26. Seventeen Goodyear employees detained. two pilots survived.
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Illinois Trust and Savings Bank
Coodyear Tire and Rubber Co
Akron
Ohio
Speers
Ek Boetner
W. C. Young
Goodyear Company
Bank
Bart
Alberta to Face Fourth of Normal Crop Prospects
The Manitoba Free Press reports prairie crop prospects with Manitoba promising a good season though not bumper. Saskatchewan may reach 35 to 40 percent of normal while Alberta, at best, may reach only about a quarter. Feed conditions show potential gains from recent rains in Saskatchewan and some improvement in Calgary. Acreage seeded in Alberta varies, with Cardston and other districts indicating low cuttings and widespread hay shortages reported in Edmonton area.
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Manitoba Free Press
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Alberta
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Ai“ota
Calgary
Cardston
Irma
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Claresholm
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Edmonton
Repor
Liners at Liverpool Tied Up by Dock Strike
Liverpool July 22 Virtually all liners due to sail from Liverpool today were unable to leave their docks as dock gatemen joined a sympathy strike with dredge workers. By week’s end it is feared 30 000 dockers will join.
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Liverpool
The News Wanted Column Shines for City Shops
The News Wanted column serves as the city’s shop window, spotlighting local businesses, services, and events. It showcases offerings from merchants, driving community engagement and access to nearby amenities.
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News Wanted
News Want
Currie To Arrive In Ottawa August 10
Ottawa reports arrangements for Sir Arthur Currie will be made after Sir Robert Borden and Major General Mewburn return to the capital. Currie is not due to arrive until August 10.
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Canada
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Vera DeLavelle Surrenders Pending McCullough Case
Vera DeLavelle, linked to Frank McCullough’s hanging over Acting Detective Williams’s murder, plans to surrender to police this afternoon per counsel Hack ens. She had escaped jail while awaiting sentence as an accessory in McCullough’s escape and was said to have left town. James Reid of London was seriously injured after being struck by a street car.
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Vera DeLavelle
Frank McCullough
Williams
Hackens
Vera
McCullough
Aviile
James Reid
London
Plans Complete for Brig Conv Aust Four Plans Complete for Brig Conv Aust
A reception committee meeting for the Board of Trade announced full plans for a convention in Medicine Hat. Delegates will be welcomed with accommodation and entertainment, including a special train to Rondlane by the Canada Land and Irrigation Company and a civic luncheon. The Chautauqua and dances will run concurrently as six hundred delegates are expected amid dry seasons.
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Canada Land and Irrigation Company
Rondlane
Medicine Hat
Strikes Spread in Montreal and Toronto Labor Action
Montreal workers walk out at 12 noon after a mass meeting. In Toronto bricklayers and stonemasons demand 72 cents an hour more for next week. Unemployment grows as about 1500 idle workers in the city consider leaving for jobs in the United States.
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Wich
United States
Chicago Blonde Girls Protest Hiring Policy
GE officials say the Chicago blonde girls are fickle and will not be hired. The statement sparked anger among local residents who argue for equal employment opportunities.
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Chicago
General Electric
British Commons approves French pact after long session
In an all night session the House of Commons finished examining the German and Anglo-American treaties. The German treaty passed its third reading after Joseph Devlin’s motion to reject it failed 168 to 4. A later vote on the French pact approved it unanimously after a brief debate.
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House of Commons
Joseph Devlin
Ireland
Samtie Angle
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Stormy Scenes at Victoria Premier's Office Riot
Melbourne July 21 amid a tense interview between Premier Lawson and a deputation of soldiers, a lead was struck and an inkwell thrown. Rioters scattered office furniture into the street and damaged documents. Police dispersed crowds, five arrests followed, a watch house siege occurred, and a soldier was killed as barracks were rushed. Officers promised inquiry.
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Melbourne
Lawson
Victoris
Fire at empty building near lumber yards on Allowance Ave
A morning fire of unknown origin consumed an empty building near the Western Cons eda Lumber Yards on Allowance Avenue. The alarm came in about 4 am and firefighters arrived quickly, extinguishing the blaze with little difficulty.
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GWA Selection Committee Set to Meet at Employment Office
The GWA selection committee will convene at the employment office in Weastley this evening at two o'clock to discuss qualifications and next steps. The meeting aims to finalize candidates for ongoing openings and review applicant files.
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Wemeastley
Tay O'Lock
Greatest Western Mention Invites Manufacturers For Tour
Congress headquarters issue invitation to manufacturers and scientists in Canada and the United States to attend the Industrial Conference and provincial tour starting in Medicine Hat August. Notables include A R Beatty and J S Willys with talks on western resources, markets, and trade routes.
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United States
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Passie
Veterans Demand Repeal of Prohibition Policy
At a large veterans gathering Hautailton Darby spoke as a single speaker while the group passed a standing vote demanding immediate repeal of prohibition. The resolution argued the war measure infringes on democratic rights and points to perceived German restrictions as justification.
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Itast Ham- Higa Wir Veteriae
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Chemnonuny
Police Court Fines Drunk and Disorderly Suspect
Constable Robinson of the C A arrested A McNair at 8 15 last night on the C PLR platform for being drunk and disorderly. He was fined 10 dollars and costs before Captain Parker at the police court this morning.
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A. McNair
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Condensed Columns Note Requests Reader Credit
A reader asks that advertisements in Condensed Columns mention they saw the notice in News-it to help track readership. The request aims to boost engagement and confirm ad exposure.
Council condemns Sunday lawlessness and city band issue
At the council meeting the body condemns Sunday disorder. Debates on crushed stone for streets and insurance claims reveal cost disputes with Mr Carruthers over $640 to cancel a contract. A police chief appointment and a month’s wages for ex-chief Laight are discussed amid broader budget talk.
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Lowes Insurance
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Mehharty
Farmers Move Cattle From Dry Areas Endorsed by CN Rail
Winnipeg reports the executive of the Canadien National Railways endorsed a reduced tariff plan to help farmers move cattle and feed from dry regions. The proposal, aimed at Albertans and Saskatchewan, involves dominion and provincial government cooperation and rail adjustments.
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Winnipeg
Canadien National Railways
Dominion
Race Riots Erupt in Washington Amidst Martial Law Talks
Washington on July 22 faced renewed race riots after days of attacks on white women and robberies. Five people were killed and at least fifty injured as violence flared nationwide, with police overwhelmed despite military patrols and guard units patrolling the streets.
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Washington
Martial Lin
Prisoners Strike at Leavenworth Federal Prison
Five hundred military prisoners in the disciplinary barracks at Leavenworth Federal Prison refused to work today. Col. Frederick Rice, in command, received a committee of 12 prisoners demanding shorter hours and more food.
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Kansas
Federal Prison
Frederick Rice
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