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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 02, 1927
Page
3
A summarized report notes Britain plans generous concessions to China amid ongoing negotiations. Public press coverage references provisional terms, guarantees, and the challenge of securing a single Chinese government body to accept guarantees for a stable, permanent trading framework.
The narrative describes Indigenous Negees greeting the royal couple in Bathoa Panama as the Royal party sails aboard the Renown toward Australia. Crowds gather on the water as the Duke and Duchess remain on deck, while colonists express loyalty in speeches and the party continues with inspections of veterans and scouts.
Ontario forms a central grain pool model with three Western Canada pools. The plan, modeled on Manitoba Wheat Pool, envisions grain from the Ont river to the necky mountains flowing through a single central organization for pooling and sale by growers.
A table received by the Toronto headquarters of the China Inland Mission from the Shanghai mission house discourages the return of missionaries now in America. The cable replies to a message asking advice on sailing Mr and Mrs Seaman from Vancouver on February 26. The Seaman couple, Australians, have been on furlough in Canada and the United States.
The Times of India argues India should assist in protecting Shanghai amid tensions with China. It warns against sending contingent troops and calls for prudent measures to prevent further aggravation while pursuing peaceful settlement and dialogue.
Regina proposes a bill to bring provisions of the federal Livestock and Livestock Products Act of 1823 into force in Saskatchewan. The measure limits provincial powers, keeps the act in effect until repealed, and empowers the lieutenant governor to activate superseding laws, repealing Saskatchewan’s 1923 Livestock Act.
At a provincial convention of prohibitionists in Vancouver representatives from across British Columbia voted overwhelmingly against forming a separate political body. Rev W W Peck former BC Prohibition Association secretary advised against political organization. Messages from leaders in Alberta and Manitoba warned of US prohibition party failures.
An Imperial fishing boat with three men aboard was trapped on a large ice field seven miles north of Michigan City Indiana. A delivering plane dropped food coal and medical supplies within ten feet of the craft. The fishermen had endured three days without food.
Captain D'Oisy, French aviator famed for flights to Indo China and Russia, named unanimous winner of 1926 by the International League of Aviators. Sir Alan Cobham of England also named on first ballot but D'Oisy’s election became unanimous.
The census taken June 1 reports Saskatchewan's population at 21,642, issued by the Bureau of Statistics. The figure marks an increase of 63,532 since the 1921 census, reflecting notable growth in the province.
A Canadian Colonization meeting outlined placing 1000 settlers in Alberta and adjacent provinces this year. officials stressed no aim to replace Canadians, just inventory land capacity across private, rented, and government land to accommodate newcomers.
British and Chinese Nationalists battle for Shanghai’s international settlement as Cantonese troops advance within six weeks. The British warn no clash will occur unless lives and property are endangered, with defense forces ready to block an encroachment along a 21 mile line if fighting or mob violence threatens the city.
Ontario agrees with Quebec on constitutional change and provincial consent. The dialogue cites Premier Vaschaureau and a proposed amendment requiring both provinces to consent before any alteration to the Constitution. Public reaction includes protests if changes are proposed without provincial agreement.
Winter weather eased the influenza outbreak across Britain with 667 deaths reported for the week ending January 26. London shows a rising toll in the past three weeks, while 105 towns outside London report rising deaths. In some poor London districts residents queued for death certificates as schools close and shops shutter.
The Railway Association of Canada announced a settlement to raise wages for 30 000 rail shopmen. The agreement provides increases of two to four cents an hour and includes revisions of certain working conditions. Negotiations spanned several months with Division No 4 and the American Federation of Labor representing railway show trades.
Five thousand boxes of New Zealand butter weighing 56 pounds each will be landed at Malifax Nova Scotia by the steamship Arawa around February. Montreal producers note demand from the United States for Canadian cream and milk is tightening the domestic butter supply for Eastern Canada.
The Chateau Frontenac hosts a display of husky dogs led by Mountie of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The featured team includes Jef and Fang among seven huskies with half wolf blood, drawing visitors on thrilling winter rides. Quebec will host the Eastern International Dog Derby a 120 mile race with over 25 teams expected.
A Canadian savings and tax proposal sought exemption from income tax for charitable and educational institutions. The delegation including Ministers Robb Hon Jo Rabon and W.Kuler met to present the plan and discuss details with Sir Arthur Currie and others.
George Young of Canada, winner of the 825,000 Santa Catalina channel prize, did not secure a movie role after film tests showed a pleasing screen appearance. Negotiations with Loaske and other producers stalled when it was learned shooting could not begin until May, conflicting with vaudeville tour commitments.
George McIvor, sales manager, says the Alberta wheat pool has shipped nearly 3,000,000 bushels from Vancouver this year and expects about 20,000,000 bushels for the season. From Prince Rupert, 3,500,000 bushels have been shipped mainly to the United Kingdom, with the pool aiming to reach a top milestone before season’s end.
A convention report by the Canadian Legion of the British Empire Service League urges a Dominion policy to strengthen imperial ties. It calls for migration and land settlement within the Empire, expanded Empire markets, suppression of foreign influence, and imperial education, with Ottawa urged to negotiate under the Empire Settlement Act for more British settlers and capital. The committee included General Sir Richard Turner and Brig-General F Maighen among others.
Ditawa Vpraigment is appointed chair of the Dominion Advisory Board on Part and Taxation. Mon J. A. Roth, minister at Piteinee, announced the appointment effective February. George V. French resigned from the Pass Whettie seat amid a schedule of hearings. Graham remains at his post until hearings conclude. Mr. Moore, a barrister and economist, formerly with the Canadian Northern Railway, heads stock farm at Trunbarton.
The Labour official publication reports Saskatchewan requests data on U S safety legislation backed by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and the Commerce Department. T N Bryan urges Canada to align with U S standards and bolster crossing safety.
Negotiations end between Won TL Patullo and James H W Jansen for Crown Williamette Paper interests. The plan outlines a 14.06 million dollar development over five years on Vancouver Island east coast, starting with a 200 ton mill and power for 1000 tons daily news print, with a town of 4000 to 10000 people envisioned. Crown Willamette Company Limited formed as a subsidiary of Crown Willamette Paper Company, already running four mills on the Pacific coast.
A Canadian delegation representing wholesale and retail garment industries urged elimination of a five percent sales tax on news aid women's wear. Finance Minister Robb indicated the request would be considered. Officials noted arrival plans for the Governor General and Lord Willingdon to Victoria with a brief stay at Government House.
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