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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
May 22, 1926
Page
1
Ottawa reports Finance Minister Robb outlining changes to automobile tariffs including free duties for certain auto parts not made in Canada, revised chassis rates, and new treatment for wheels bodies and locomotives. He notes new car value thresholds and a partial Canada content requirement for dutyDrawn.
A Daily Express despatch from Allahabad reports Mumtaz Bethan, a Nauleh dancing girl, has petitioned the Amritsar court for the return of her baby. She alleges the child belongs to Abdul Guvir Bava, a Bombay merchant, and was taken during her flight from Vedore after the Mewarajah’s palace.
The Roth Now 1 well sits at 350 feet with the bit in formation and on track to drill about fifty feet per day if current conditions persist. The operation aims to reach productive depths as drilling continues.
In Sto dowis May 22 a divorce was granted to Nolan Hussey from his Calgary wife. The couple, married in Calgary in November 1924, separated in November 1925 after Hussey claimed his wife left him. He cited social status and differing prospects as factors. two character witnesses testified.
Premier Monroe summoned ministers Gordon Bradley and Cheriey Dussell to answer reports of an anti ministry movement or resignations. The legislature adjourned to Tuesday to address the dissension among four members amid a mounting cabinet crisis in St. Johns.
Edmonton and Hay government and opposition caucuses meet in the Legislature as Premier Brownlee outlines a promised bill on natural resources. He asserts no desire to hamper resource measures and aims to maintain harmony among Alberta religious bodies while adjournment is granted. Liberals likely to challenge the Premier's stance.
Toronto police arrest three generations of the Eine family for shoplifting. Mrs Elizabeth Van Juiven, 64, her daughter Mrs Miary Mc Pheil, and another granddaughter were detained by city detectives yesterday. They reside in Merteita, Ontario.
A damaged paragraph describes a boy and his younger brother in Bouin Alberta. Johnny Cochrane warns his brother about a rope and a rafter in a barn. The elder is injured when the rope tethered to a rafter breaks and causes him to fall, severing his neck.
The Kiwanis Club announces two August 18 concerts by His Majesty's Coldstream Guards Regimental Band, the oldest in the British Empire, in Medicine Hat. Fifty skilled musicians, led by Robert G. Evans, will bring a premier musical event never before seen in the city.
The ballot shows Ila Cory again leading the popularity vote with several candidates named, including Veriu Wile Posey and Kh aueth Metsin Stratham. The count rose to forty entrants as the contest progresses, with details directed to the Chamber of Commerce.
Mexico City reports that the Minister of the Interior states foreign Protestant ministers who do not follow the constitution and laws will be deported. The note suggests all Protestant and Roman Catholic ministers must cease religious activity or depart the country. Vancouver dispatch notes civic authorities investigating claims about birds eating earthed cheeps.
Premier Brownlee postponed remarks on the natural resources transfer bill amid a House dispute over its recommittal from third reading. J A Gireus and others protested the lack of notice as sessions paused to Friday afternoon and again Saturday morning awaiting information.
Mtane May 22 report states Monday Parliament and Victoria Day saw both houses adjourned while Tuesday in Parliament Hon A Dunning addressed railway estimates. The House planned to discuss Customs estimates in the evening with itemized tariff changes debated in committees. Finance minister announced bills with the Senate yet to act.
Ottawa May 22 The House of Commons will likely report the badeet resolutions for tariff modifications. The resolutions were not reported from committees but are being discussed by Hor A Robb and W Meighen opposition leaders. The government power to declare the value for duty on certain articles is debated and noted as unused.
Immense Polish pianist and former Prime Minister Ignace Paderewski departs a hotel after confinement by illness to sail for France aboard the steamship Parts. The report notes political turmoil as Pilsudski's government tightens control and arms are seized ahead of a potential counter revolution.
A provincial religious survey was examined at the United Church conference. The report notes needs in church life including worship, religious services, Bible teaching, and youth involvement, with emphasis on active church work and potential reform.
Wheat futures rose as short covering and strong export demand pushed prices higher with May at 1.52 5 5, July 1.50, and October Sb522. Traders expect firmer foreign demand next week while exports absorb most offers and the trade remains light on some commodities.
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