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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jul 26, 1924
Page
1
In Paris suburb Vanves, Gertrude Amphler learns Battling Siki wed an American in New York. Siki has left her and their two year old Battling Siki Jr. with little home and few funds. Mme Siki seeks a marriage certificate amid displacement.
New York reports state Lillian Wern married Louis Fall known as Battling Siki after Levy says she is an octoroon. Levy describes Siki’s meeting at her Memphis mother’s home and notes a two year old child. Separate Paris item says Siki returned from Holland with a Dutch woman he presented as his wife.
Albert Ritchie, tied to a traveling show, was sentenced in Regina to four months in jail for indecent assault on Mildred Mikota, a 17 year old Vancouver girl. After release he will be deported to the United States. Mikota remains in Salvation Army care as funds from Vancouver relatives are sought. Other show members face uncertainty as they contact the American vice consul.
Reports from Quebec state Abbe Delorme, jailed in Bordeaux, faces a third murder trial for his half brother Haoul. Locals say a commission reports he is insane and unfit for trial, suggesting confinement in an asylum rather than continued court proceedings.
In a look at early classified advertising the piece highlights the rise of quick selling ads and the role of advertisers in newspapers. It notes the era's emphasis on concise notices and local commerce.
A City Hall public meeting opens Monday at 8 p.m. with Hon J W Edwards B A M D as speaker, inviting all citizens. Dr Kidwarde ga man praised as a rapid speaker will address the Chamber of Commerce at the Cecil Hotel at 6 15 p m and then attend City Hall. Dr Hedwards Grand Master of the Orange Order arrives in Medicine Hat Monday morning for local Orangemen entertainment.
Classified ads are the quickest salesmen in the world and readers are urged to advertise in The News for fast results. Local merchants and residents can reach a broad audience with clear, concise notices.
Sault Ste. Marie Ont July 25 two carloads of Czechs Slavs arrive to work for Hope Lumber Company sparking tension as bushmen denounce the invasion and clashes are already reported in Bean Lake district a volatile labor dispute grows amid wartime fears.
In Granam Alta July 24 burglars cracked the safe at the Standard garage securing 130 dollars and looted the Service garage cash register, taking 4.85. The burglars used professional methods, removed the safe dial, and manipulated the combination lock while leaving few clues as investigators work on the case.
New York reports the death of Palmer Cox author of the Brawnie series. He died at his Granby Quebec home at age 83 after a short illness. News of his passing reached friends in New York.
London July 25 The House of Commons passed the third reading of the Governments Housing Bill after the Opposition’s motion to reject was defeated in a vote of 226 to 131. The bill kept its basic framework though amended during committee scrutiny.
Prince Albert July 23 an unknown armed man who attempted to shoot a bank manager and a constable at Tisdale yesterday was captured this morning after wandering a constable
Wheat futures rose by five cents with prices at peak in Winnipeg as outside buyers and commission houses drove brisk activity. Late session saw a modest pullback but most contracts closed higher and traders blamed U S demand and Canadian crop damage for the rally. Telegrams from Chicago and other markets showed mixed views on the crop outlook with estimates ranging from substantial losses to potential recoveries depending on weather.
Ottawa reports a proposal from a branch of the United Partners in Alberts urging the government to seize and reserve seed in rain areas and to offer cheap rail fares to settlers wishing to move. It argues aid should focus on wheat farming after crop failures, but is unlikely due to weak federal revenues.
Delegates from France Britain and the United States press for conciliation as they work to secure a German loan. Talks focus on safeguarding France's reparations and sovereign rights under the Versailles settlement while hoping to resolve deadlock and avoid political backlash in Paris.
London reports say Tehran rejects British involvement in the killing of American Consul Imbrie. The Persian premier warns against spreading rumors and promises severe punishment for unfounded claims. About 300 arrested in the case include Muallah Kalesizadeh who was deported.
Visiting lawyers from Canada and the United States mingled with King George Queen Mary and the Prince of Wales in the Buckingham Palace grounds yesterday afternoon. About 3 000 invited guests toured the rear grounds where the royal display was minimal and the traditional ceremony mostly absent.
An unofficial government communique from Santos reports the left wing making measurable gains since yesterday, taking prisoners and seizing advantageous positions at Villa Marianna and Parise. Rebels are described as losing ground as infantry actions prepare.
A Box Springs farmer reports a fly infestation on wheat heads, with kernels shriveled in infected grains. Experts suggest feeding affected grain to save feed rather than spraying entire fields, and local druggists announce Blackleaf 40 in stock.
In Banff a man named Case attempted suicide in a hotel by swallowing two bichloride of mercury tablets after asking staff to bring beer. He locked his door and later was found in a serious condition but received medical care and survived.
Edmonton residents report an enormous moth infestation as billions of caterpillars entered the city in spring. Fronts of white buildings and downtown awnings are covered in fluttering moths while street piers clog with the insects awaiting fruit trees’ harvest.
Grant Hall of Montreal and vice president of the Canadian Pacific Railway expresses uncertainty about the 1924 crop yield after a prairie province inspection. He notes drought damage in some areas but cites generally recoverable conditions and mentions Lake Louise hotel rebuilding plans with a larger, more commodious wing.
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