Enemy Progress Barred Since Capture at Kemmeler
British Headquarters in France reports minimal enemy advance after Mont Kemmier fall. They note enemy concentrations remain but momentum faded, prompting a fresh offensive pause. London reports Haig praising artillery support and unity among arms, denying Maurice critiques. Paris notes Grivesnes Park captured by French troops.
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France
Mont Kemmier
London
Adbert
Paris
Grivesnes Park
Mont Didier
War Office
Reuter’s
Haig
Sontine
Lys
Lloyd George Government Vindicated by Large Vote
London May 10 The Commons rejected Asquiths motion to probe Maurice charges by 293 to 106, vindicating Lloyd Georges ministry. Amid feared crisis crowds filled galleries as the premier defended his reports and rejected the accusations, while supporters hailed the speech as refuting the opposition.
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Lloyd George
Maurice Charges
England
London
House of Commons
Asquith
Maurice
F. B. Maurice
Mr. Asquith
House
Change Commander in Chief of Forces in Ireland
London May 10 Lieut Gen Sir Bryan Mahon commander in chief of the forces in Ireland announced he would leave Ireland and did not name a successor This confirms rumors of changes in the military command in Ireland The departure of Gen Matton is seen as a government move toward Irish conscription No Irish Nationalists participated in the Commons division on Asquiths motion.
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Ireland
London
Sir Bryan Mahon
Forces In
Tie m
Matton
House of Commons
Asquith
War time economy urged by Ottawa premier in talks
Ottawa May 1 The prime minister urged strict economy in war time while receiving delegates from Toronto city council the Toronto board of trade and the Toronto harbor commission He warned against assuming endless funds for the war and noted cuts already made including the Welland canal Hudson Bay railway Halifax and St John work to preserve the war effort and expenditures must be reduced further.
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Ottawa
Toronto
Welland Canal
Hudson Bay Railway
Halifax
St. John
Carvell
Rr. Reid
Sir Robert
Tornadoes Leave Casualties Across Central and Northern Regions
Early reports from Tajared indicate a severe tornado outbreak yesterday with 10 or more fatalities and many injured. Local authorities said multiple counties in central and northern areas experienced widespread damage as storms swept through, with aid arriving late yesterday evening.
Stogemen Elect Officers for Coming Year
At the annual meeting of the Western Stock Growers Association held at city hall yesterday afternoon the following officers were elected for the ensuing year. Honorary presidents include Hon. T. A. Crerar and Hon Duncan Marshall. President W. Huckyale. 1st vice-president Or. 4G Burbertare. vice-president Walters Clive. executive committee members and regional officers listed from Calvary, Mitchell, Calgary, High River, Roseburg, Cochrane, Seven Persons, and other towns.
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Weestern Stock Growers’ Association
T. A. Crerar
Duncan Marshall
W. Huckyale
Burbertare
Calvary
Walters
Clive
M. Burns
FL Burns
Mitchell
Lane
G. Ve Eblroys
Melba
G. Mackie
Irvine
I.d. Richardson
Calgary
Duncan Clark
Cinny
Cargill Patwowkis
Cross
T. Newman
Pinenes Creek
D. J. Riley
Bennis
High River
G. Galloway
Rosebeg
P. Walker
Jax Springs
McDonald
Cochrane
Tf HH. Poster
Roll of Honor ceremony at ball park parade
City Band leads a 6.20 pm parade from City Hall to the ball park for a ceremony where Rev. R L McTavish will unveil the Roll of Medicine ball players who have gone overseas. J Fleming pitches first ball, J L Peacock catches. B Parrish to umpire, Will Lang to watch bases.
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Ball Park
R. L. McTavish
Medicine
J. Fleming
J. L. Peacock
B. Parrish
Will Lang
Lansdowne on Pacifist Debate Peace by Negotiation
In London the House of Lords debated pacifist agitation as the Marquis of Lansdowne argued peace could come only through negotiation. He warned that proponents of a knockout blow could not explain how such a blow would be delivered or its cost. The article notes a broad range of opinions and refers to continued coverage on page two.
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London
House of Lords
Marquis of Lansdowne
Bis
Stek
Gatehery
State will not purchase the liquor traffic
London May 10 Sir William Nicoll editor of the British Weekly says the scheme for state purchase of the liquor traffic is dead and he claims to speak with the best authority. Nicoll is noted for his confidence with Liberal leaders.
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London
William Nicoll
British Weekly
Nicoll
N.R. Builds Round House and Repair Shop at Teaside
The N R organization is constructing a round house and repair shop at Teaside. A withdrawal from the Voronts Union is mentioned in connection with the project.
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N.R
Teaside
Othe Voronts Union Stration
Bank Manager Sentenced for $63,000 Theft
London May 10 Louis Maynard manager of the Dominion Bank local branch was sentenced by Judge Winchester to five years at Portsmouth Penitentiary for stealing about $63,000 from the bank. He pleaded guilty at arraignment in County Criminal Court and about $3,200 was recovered.
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London
Qlouis Maynard
Dominion Bank
Indge
Winchester
Portsmouth
Kingston
County Criminal Court
Peagage Buys McIntyre Cattle For Ranch
Mr J L Pescock lands 636 head of cattle at Redcliff to stock his northern ranch. The yearlings, mixed heifers and steers come from the McIntyre line and were purchased from R E McDaniel of Calgary.
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JL. Peagage
Odo
McIntyre Cattle
J. LL. Pescock
Redcliff
Daniel
Calgary
Alberta chooses Edmonton Calgary as TB hospital site
A conference today between the Alberta government and S A Armstrong decided Edmonton Calgary as the location for the Alberta tuberculosis hospital.
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Edmonton
Calgary
Alberta
S. A. Armstrong
British Block Ostend Harbor Seals German Submarine Base
London reports the Ostend harbor base for German submarines has been blocked by a British raid. The old cruiser Vindictive, filled with concrete, was sunk at the entrance while a motor launch was damaged and then sunk to prevent capture. Casualties were light on the British side.
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London
Ostend
Admiralty
Zeebrugge
Ostend Harbor
Zee- Dettgee
Western Stockgrowers Seek Northern Alberta Lands for Stock Grazing
The Western Stockgrowers Association calls on the Dominion government to set aside thousands of acres in northern Alberta for stock grazing. A resolution, moved by W. J. Stevens, cites global reductions in meat animals and grazing land loss to farming. Continued on page 8.
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Alberta
The
Aail
Alverta
W. J. Stevens
Albert
Grave Times Ahead Amid War Tensions in Britain
London May 10 Karl Carain a government feudist in the house of lords and member of the British war council warned of grave ties ahead and that Celtic soldiers must give promise Encouragement was found in America’s effort and in the steadfast spirit of the British people
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Karl Carain
House of Lords
Eanmond
America
Trades Council Meeting Tonight Prompt Delegates
The semi monthly Trades and Labor Council will meet tonight at eight o'clock sharp. Important matters are on the agenda and a full turnout of delegates is urged promptly by eight.
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Regain
The
Trades and Lavor Conneil
Telegram informs of Lance-Corporal Reeves wounded in action
Local casualty Thomas Reeves of 406 Second Avenue N.W. receives word that Lance-Corporal Robert Pike Reeves of the Infantry is officially admitted to Sixth General Hospital, Rouen, May 118, with gunshot wounds to his right arm and chest.
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Thomas Reeves
Second Avenue N.W
Ottawi
Robert Pike Reeves
Sixth General Hospital
Rouen
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Pratin
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Dover
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Thames
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Western Stockgrowers Association
Dominion
Primrose League
Wemter
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City OF
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Blackburn
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