British forces advance near Lens amid Verdun fighting
British troops claim gains of over a mile on a four mile front near Lens as Verdun frontline clashes intensify. Paris reports German assaults along the Verdun Aisne fronts with French counterattacks recapturing trenches and Hill 304 areas. Berlin and Rome dispatches note Russian activity in East Galicia and Italian holds amid Austrian bombardment and Allied advances.
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London
Souchez
Lena
Lens
Paris
Verdun
Dead Man Hill
War Office
Aisne
Cerny
Berlin
le Bovelle Farm
Aisne Front
Hill 304
Galicia
Lemburg-Brody
Kleber
Point St. Mathieu
Palkar
Africa
Waa
Brést
William Listert
Gleaves
Daniels
France
United States
Rome
Agnello Pass
Trent
Germany
Corbeny
Solasons-Reima
Hill $04
Avecourt Wood
Malancourt-Bienes
Verdun Sactor
Classifi Power School Notices and Class Enrollment
Unreadable OCR fragment mentions class lists, grade levels, and September term beginnings. It references junior class first assembly and inclusivity notes. Details are unclear and many words garbled.
Fronts See Mixed Movements Across Russian, Austro Italian, and Mesopotamian Fronts
Minor operations continue on the Russian Austro Italian and Alacedonian fronts with activity along the Persian Mesopotamia frontier where Turkish forces have compelled Russian troops to recross the Able Hirman river south of BANEH.
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Persian Mesopotamia
Hirman
Baneh
Elks Pavilion Opens Tonight With Red Cross Refreshments
The Elks' new covered pavilion will open to the public tonight with Stewart's orchestra. Red Cross ladies will serve light refreshments. The pavilion features side doors for air flow and is illuminated by multicolored electric lights. Admission is ten cents per dance.
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Elks
Ladies of the Red Cross
Stewart
Women’s Labor League Reform Proceeds at Trades Hall
At a meeting in the Trades and Labor Hall provisional officers were elected and a committee named to draft a constitution for consideration at a following gathering after the Stampede.
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Trades and Labor Hall
Woman's Labor League
Letter from Dr. MacDonald on England band visit
Dr W H MacDonald writes the mayor from Kitchener Military Hospital England. He sends a photo and program of the 1st Reserve Batt band’s performance on the West Pier last week. The band includes remnants of the 176th Battalion, uses Medicine Hat instruments, and received strong local support.
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DR. MacDonald
W. H. MacDonald
The
C.a.alc
England
Batt
West Pier
Emasley Smith
Swagger Cory
Taylor
South Alberta
Sistera Dihin
Learned
Willet
Hunter
Padre Watts
France
Court Offices Close Early During July and August Vacation
All court offices will close at 1 o'clock daily in July and August to observe the Long Vacation.
Drop in Flour Prices Amid Calgary YMCA Drive
Flour prices fell by $1 per barrel in two days at Backatoon. The Calgary YMCA fundraising canvass total reached 21,331 dollars, exceeding the four day goal by 1,351 dollars.
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Y.M. GA
Calgary
Emperor Charles Seeks Peace With Austrian Parties
In Amsterdam on June 22 Emperor Charles told Austrian political reps he is striving for peace at the earliest possible date, per a Vienna report received this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Charles
Vienna
Debate on Con Soration Bill Nears Conclusion
Ottawa reports a thin day of debate on the conscription bill with few speeches. Sir Robert Borden said Sir Wilfrid Laurier预计 could finish in a couple of days, leading to divisions on second reading and amendments likely Wednesday. Members named include Boivin, MacDonnell, Carroll, Clark, Ethier and Achim debating six months’ hoist and referendum.
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Ottawa
Robert Borden
Wilfrid Snurler
George Boivin
Bhefford
Claude MacDonnell
Toronto
W. F. Carroll
Cape Breton
Lerve
W. A. Clark
North Wellington
J. A. E. Ethier
Two Mountains
H. Achim
Labelle
Barrette
Lancetst
Lancetst; of. LePrairie
Bolvin
Capt. Carroll
Ethier
Ancetot
W. A .Clark
Quebec
Ontario
Capt
Carroll
Nova Scotia
Capt Carroll
Mer
Verville
General strike considered to protest bill enforcement
A general strike is being contemplated as a protest against the enforcement of the bill. Organizers urge participation to demonstrate opposition and press for changes or repeal.
Stampede Bucking Contest Draws Broad Foot Horses
The News reports Dave Broadfoot brings a select band of horses for the Stampede bucking contest. Broadfoot, a broncho buster, sees the event as a probe of his draught horse breeding aims for farmers and rejects any outlaw angle.
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Dave Broadfoot
Dave
Great War Veterans to Meet Tomorrow at Club Rooms
A meeting of the Great War Veterans Association will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2.30 in the club rooms. All returned veterans are requested to attend as important business will be brought up.
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Great War Veterans Association
Police distribute windshield sticker notice of new traffic bylaw
Police post windshields and sign notices today explaining the provisions of the new traffic bylaw to prevent claims of ignorance. The bylaw is being strictly enforced.
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Pallea Intentie
Red Cross urged support for French aid drives
The Canadian Red Cross Society Executive Committee reports an urgent appeal from the London French Red Cross for World War I aid for French soldiers and prisoners of war. They propose July 14 French Red Cross Day, but Alberta will fund its Red Cross Day proceeds toward this appeal. The Alberta branch sub-executive committee urges additional collections on July 2 to assist the cause, signed M. Pinkham. Also a local notice promoting Assiniboia Music Co.
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Canadian Red Cross Society
London
French Red Cross
Canada
Alberta
Red Cross
Engure
Confederation Day Message From Canada’s Leader
Ottawa reports Right Hon. Sir Robert Borden delivers a wartime message on the fiftieth anniversary of Confederation. He emphasizes Canada’s growth, unity, and resolve to contribute to civilization and freedom amid global conflict. The speech reflects national character and duty as the country commemorates its half century.
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Ottawa
Bir Robe
Borden
Dominion
Canada
Ita
Rae's Liberal Victory in Peace River Constituency
Peace River Alberta June 29 W A Rae Liberal of Grand Prairie leads with 26 of 45 polls over Minchin Conservative and L B Adair Independent Liberal in the deferred provincial election for Peace River. Rae's expected final majority around 71100, with both Conservative and Independent candidates losing deposits as Liberals regain the seat.
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Peace River
Alta
W. A. Rae
Grand Prairie
Minchin
L. B. Adair
Lake Saskatoon
Mr. Rae
Liberals
Accused Discharged in District Court Appeal
Mary Jane Atkinson was discharged from custody after the appeal before Judge Greene due to noncompliance with statutory requirements and no crown evidence. Counsel for the defendant was Mr. G F H Long as the case concluded.
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Mary Jane Atkinson
Greene
Dis~reed
G. F. H. Long
Alberta Casualty List Names Killed and Missing Infantry
A partial casualty list from Alberta names killed and missing infantry members including J. Martel and Harris. Villeneuve, Lamont, Vermilion, Calgary, Edmonton are cited among the towns. Missing and wounded are listed with several individuals named and locations indicated.
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J. Martel
Villeneuve
Harris
Lamont
W. To -Armstrong
Vermilion
W. Gonugolly
Calgary
H. J. Fuller
A. Bi Spiess
Unveiling Ceremony for Honor Rolls of Overseas Rifles
Ceremony plans for the 15th Overseas Mounted Rifles and the 6th Battalion at Riverside Park on Sunday July 1 1917 at 4 PM. Includes Handel organ piece, O Canada, prayers by Rev Blundell and Rev Morrow, Hyma address, Hallelujah Chorus, city band, and God Save the King.
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15Th Overseas Mounted Rifles
Riverside Park
Handel
Cruik
Canada
Blundell
Morrow Hyma
Ea Ee
Kirby
Hallelujah
Claxton National Antheam
God Save the King
ELAS Carnival Queen Contest Closes Tonight
The carnival queen contest at ELAS ends tonight as voters finalize choices. Readers are urged to visit the booth to cast ballots before closing hours and enjoy refreshments from the committee.
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ELAS
Red Cross Appeals for Funds in Canada War Effort
The Canadian Red Cross reports rising costs and increased need for aid to returning servicemen. Alberta residents have donated substantial funds over the past six months as war-related relief expands. The organization stresses citizen generosity is vital and urges everyone to give to support hospital care convalescent homes and comfort for wounded.
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Red ‘Cross
Canadian Red Cross
Alberta
Red Cross
Redi Cross
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Eng
Tours
W. H.magdonald
C.A.S
Brown
Chicago News
M. Pinkham
Cotte
Assiniboia Music Co
Third Street
Confederation
Rae
Bouch’s
T. Cumia
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Major Kirby
Shank
Misaes Ivy Sinclair
Winnie
Irene Holbert Ipsada
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Galema
Emma Et Ures
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