31 Mar 1938
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Mar 31, 1938
Page
1
The bill introduced in the Alberta legislature aims to tax specific securities including third mortgages and certain holdings. It would apply to mortgages over income thresholds and direct the treasurer to collect the tax by deadlines, with details on exemptions and administration.
Angus MacInnis urged the Ottawa government to act on a serious relief crisis in Vancouver. Norman Rogers said federal grants totalled 1.5 million for direct relief and additional funds supported relief works, youth training, and forestry programs, with the Dominion not controlling local-provincial funding allocations.
Premier Milan Hodza declared Czechoslovakia stronger today than before the central European crisis and said there is no international danger or conflict. He urged readiness for a friendly accord and proposed minority law reforms possibly addressing the 3,500,000 Sudeten Germans.
Henry Ford returns to work from two months vacation on his Georgia plantation and in an interview forecasts prosperity ahead. He discusses plans and preparations for upcoming production and expansion.
The U S Supreme Court sustains press freedom against an ordinance dispute. Justices emphasize that newspapers and leaflets serve as sister weapons in defending property and informing the public, with historical support from figures like Thomas Paine. The decision reinforces broad protections for publishers and speakers.
Shareholders approve restructuring of Medalta Potteries Ltd bonds on March 20. New debentures totaling 1555,900 will bear 6 percent interest, payable annually, replacing a portion of the old debt. Previous interest payments from 1962 to 1987 are noted, with 03 bondholders present split between opposition and support for the plan.
In Edmonton the Alberta Legislature moved four bills through committee and twelve through second reading. Bills validate tax changes under Pipe Line Taxation and Electric Power Taxation Acts. A banking tax increase is proposed, boosting revenue to about 425 000, aiding budget balancing.
Transport Minister Howe obtained first reading in the House of Commons for a bill to amend the New Westminster Harbor Commissioners Act. The measure would bring a small area between the existing jurisdictions of the New Westminster and North Fraser Harbor Commissioners under New Westminster control.
A three day conference on Western Canada youth training opened in Saskatoon with delegates from four universities. Fr Tuornteson of Ottawa directed the program as reports on last year’s groups were reviewed. The event, sponsored by the National Employment Commission and the federal Department of Labour, named Dr F G McNally of Alberta as chairman.
A Western Canada radio range station at Swift Current began operations after a preliminary check by Inspector J B Robarts. Calibration flights along the Trans-Canada Airway completed, as the steel crew moved to Medicine Hat to establish another station.
The report notes a 1934 exchange where President Hoover promised aid to Canada amid the global financial strain and gold standard issues. British officials and Canadian leaders were discussed, with emphasis on obligations and constitutional limits shaping any formal arrangement.
Baptiste McDougall sits in custody since October 2, 1937, charged with the murder of his wife Trabella. The trial opens next Monday in Calgary with key testimony from his 13 year old daughter Elizabeth, the principal witness.
Ottawa reports that television may become a practical industry in Canada and a revenue source for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation within a decade. L W Brockington said private stations with high profits underpay air use fees and private groups may be curbed to local functions as CBC seeks control of high power broadcasting.
The Royal Air Force now accepts Canadians for short-term commissions after review by Canada's National Defence Department. Applicants are examined locally for physical eligibility, avoiding the prior need to travel to England. Ottawa reports the convention committee will meet April 9 to select a chairman secretary and set a national convention date.
In VIEINNA on March 30 authorities consider a trial for former Austrian chancellor Seyss-Inquart or Schuschnigg? over allegedly ordering a plebiscite without cabinet approval. The case would test a law from a non existent regime, under a different government.
Ottawa March 30 is reporting that Arthur Meighen Conservative Senate leader said he has no immediate plan to issue a statement on leadership of the Conservative party. He offered no further details about potential changes or timing.
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