Lloyd George Faces Attacks as UK Election Debates Rise
Lord Beaverbrook expresses support for Rothermere’s denunciations of attacks on Lloyd George. The Express defends the Liberal leader, praising his wartime service and urging protection from scurrility. Elections show about 1,710 candidates, including 585 Conservatives and 564 Labour. David Lloyd George challenges women voters at Albert Hall on war and disarmament.
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Mixing of Grain urged by T A Crerar in Ottawa
In Ottawa on May 10 Hon T A Crerar president of United Grain Grins Limited told the Agriculture and Colonization Committee that mixing of grain should continue. He urged a definite out turn stand and added staff to the Board of Grain Commissioners. J E Murray argued European complaints arose from poor milling value and drying of the 1927 crop.
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House of Commons
Board of Grain Commissioners
J. E Murray
Crerar
United States
Milk River Hotel to Rise in Lethbridge with Modern Electric Light
May 10 report from Milk River notes plans for a new modern hotel in Lethbridge featuring electric light and steam heat. Project cost is five figures with work already underway. T Stubbs as contractor and H William Meech as interior contractor, both of Lethbridge, are involved. Sick of Coutts has let the contract. Renewed confidence in the gold country shown by the announcement.
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Lloyd George denounces paper peace and rising arms
In a pointed speech, Lloyd George criticizes the League of Nations and disarmament talks as mere paper promises. He contrasts the growing European armaments with costly peace rhetoric, calling the Geneva commission a useless fake and urging women to pressure their representatives.
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Young Australians Arriving in Morning Visit to Alberta
The 169 member group from Australia arrives tomorrow at 7:50 in a six coach special train from the East touring North America. Mayor Bullivant and council welcome them at the station, then city breakfast at Fifth Avenue church before they depart for the west at 9:30.
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Export of Liquor Doomed Between Canada and U S
Ottawa reports a looming House debate on Canadian liquor clearances to the United States. Prohibition pressure mounts as petitions rise, backed by a parliamentary committee and the royal commission, with the U S asking for a ban and Ottawa considering joint enforcement details.
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King Signs Proclamation to Dissolve Parliament
The King signed in person at Craigwell House during a Privy Council meeting this afternoon, dissolving Parliament. The proceedings lasted only a few minutes.
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Calles to Retire After Cristeros Campaign Ends
Mexico City reports former President Calles will leave public life again once the Cristeros rebellion in Central Mexico is quelled. The announcement comes as the religious conflict intensifies and the presidential figure steps back from politics.
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el Universal
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Mexico
Wheat inspections fall in Winnipeg report
Winnipeg May 10 grain report notes 400 car inspections of wheat this year versus 600 cars last year with 300 contract grades inspected.
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British Parliament Probes Five-Year Term End After Prorogation
The British Parliament prorogued after the Speech from the Throne signaling general elections set for May 30. Retiring Commons members, led by Tay Pay Connor now aged in his 81st year, shake hands with the speaker as Parliament dissolves. Connor, wheelchair bound, plans to address constituents from a bath chair during the campaign. He is opposed by a Communist candidate with slim prospects.
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Bath
University economists defend Wheat Pool against stampede
Toronto experts say the Wheat Pool is justified in resisting current price cuts and warn the outflow problem is mainly mechanical. They assert world wheat demand will meet supply, shipping will recover, and the St Lawrence route may not fix entry to European markets. G B Wall cautions West purchasing power may fall. Montreal reports 13 million bushels fill Montreal terminal elevators.
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Canada
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Gardiner Warns Grain Congestion Hurts Canadian Farmers
Ottawa report quotes Robert Gardiner of Acadia Alberta UFA and Alberta Wheat Pool as saying grain congestion and steady prices hurt Canadian farmers and industry. He notes British buyers favor Argentine wheat to Canada, reducing farmers purchasing power while pools carry large stocks. He argues pools cannot sell at current prices.
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Hagen Wins British Open Title For Fourth Time
Walter Hagen, the American golf star, wins the British Open for the fourth time by posting rounds of 75 and 75 at Muirfield Scotland May 10. He finishes with a 72 hole total of 292, ahead of Johnny Farrell 298 and Leo Diegel 299.
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Walter
Abe Mitchell
Percy Alligs
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U.S
Gene Sarazen
Tommy Armour
Jimmie Thompson
Herbert Jolly
G.B
T. P. Perkins
Horton Smith
Cyril Tolley
Henry Cotton
George Duncan
W. T. Twine
R.A. Whitcombe
Pelee Island Faces Flood Threat From Lake Erie
Windsor Ontario reports peilee island farmers fighting rising Lake Erie waters. Workers man night and day shifts to reinforce dykes on the eastern shore where water stands a foot and a half below the top. Sandbags overflow as pumps keep inner areas dry and prevent inundation.
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Western Provinces Forecast Mostly Fair Through Weekend
Weather forecast notes light to moderate temperatures across British Columbia and western provinces. Vancouver and Edmonton report clear skies with temperatures around 60s, while Calgary Medicine Hat and Lethbridge show fair conditions and Winnipeg remains cloudy. Low pressure northwest of the region suggests stable but modest changes, with Saskatchewan and Alberta expected to stay mostly fair today and Saturday.
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Man fined for car misuse in police court case
Harry Chow, a Chinaman, was fined five dollars and costs for operating a car without the owner's consent. Labor troubles continue to depress the coal industry at Bombay.
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Wheat Pool Sues Farmer Over Grain Sale Penalty
Maple Creek Sask May 9 Judge awards Saskatchewan Co operative Wheat Producers Ltd the $2900 claimed with costs after John Babitzke failed to deliver 8000 bushels of the 1927 crop to the wheat pool. Counter suit adjourned for legal arguments on non-suit motion.
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Forest Fires Rally Northward Toward Manitoba Village
Reports from the Dominion Forestry Department say fires in northern Manitoba are less devastating but still spreading. Crews fight a five mile wide blaze toward Cold Lake as Indian families flee Mile 83 and 85 cliffs, with aircraft patrols hampered by lack of snow and rising heat. Government planes guide forest patrols and crews push to halt the advance of flames toward The Pas and Flin Flon.
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No Influence is Used in Getting Better Grades
Vancouver May 10 Neil Mann deputy government grain inspector testified before the Saskatchewan Royal Grain Commission that he never told elevator operators when the stream ran near the minimum or maximum. He said he has never turned down a cargo though another deputy said a cargo was graded down. The hearing discussed the so called Symes sample and its influence on grading. The chairman warned it was not to be used for grading.
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Neil Mann
Saskatchewan Royal Grain Commission
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J. A. Ross
J. Y. Brown
Ross
City Market Report Details Small Sale At Noon
The market was small today with fifty dozen ores brought in until noon. Ores graded as firsts and sold at 25 cents a dozen. Butter sold at 40 cents a pound.
Attack on Tariff Bill Opens in Congress
The tariff battle began in the house with Garner accusing the measure would raise living costs and a division among Republicans over schedules. Leaders prepare a conference to stem internal splits as Hawley faces a flurry of questions. A potential coalition of Democrats and western Republicans looms amid doubts from farm members and eastern reps.
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