Norris Government Not Extravagant Says Report
The Norris government is defended as fiscally prudent with Manitoba’s current 1921 expenditure at 10,400,900 and 1922 estimates lower than peers in Saskatchewan Alberta and Ontario. Public Accounts Committees found no evidence of dishonesty or excess, noting tax costs per person and welfare spending favor Manitoba while maintaining strong public services.
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Alberta
Ontario
Saskatchewan
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Citizen's Research Department of Canada
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Bewan
Citizans Research Institute
Norris
J. T. Haig
Manitoba Rifle Association
Veterans’ Associations
Manitoba electors face critique of Norris era conduct
A critical voice questions Manitoba electors about endorsing decency and honesty in government, accusing Premier Norris of failing to uphold these standards and suggesting a broader moral lapse in provincial leadership.
Decency and honesty in Manitoba election under Norris
The piece argues the pivotal issue is whether Manitobans will reelect Premier T C Norris, praising seven years of honest, efficient governance, strong finances, and moral public service while condemning opposition as driven by selfish ambition. It implores voters to support Norris to reward integrity.
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Norris
Manitoba
T. C. Norris
Canada
States
Premier Norris Defends Manitoba Farmers Policy Line
Premier Norris, a farmer himself, argues the government is as progressive as any farmer party. He cites extended district agricultural representation, grants to societies, Boys and Girls Clubs work, weed control, stallion enrolment, and boosts to dairy, college work, and grasshopper control. He invites farmers to point out policy differences. The need for a strong experienced government with sane, progressive policies is emphasized.
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Manitoba Agricultural College
Manitoba
Norris
United Farmers of Manitoba
Alexander
Manitoba finances steadier under Nordris government says press
Critics claim Manitoba heads toward bankruptcy while financial papers report the province maintains strong finances. The annual aid to agriculture per person is higher in Manitoba than in other provinces, totaling 142 cents per capita, surpassing Saskatchewan Alberta and Ontario.
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Province of
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Dominion
Manioba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Ontario
Freight Rates Fight by Norris Government Aimed at Western Producers
The Norris government battled railway rate increases since 1917, opposing eastern advantages and achieving major reversals. Key actions from Winnipeg counsel Isaac Pitblado and H. J. Symington helped suspend and roll back rate hikes, saving millions. The fight centered on grain and western parity, with outcomes including 10 percent reductions in 1921 and restoration of Crow's Nest Pass terms.
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Railway Commission
Isaac Pitblado
K.C
Winnipeg
Governor-in-Council
Dominion
H. J. Symington
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canadian Pacific Railway Company
Western Provinces
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C.P.R
Canadian National
House of Commons
Province of
Manitoba Expenditures Compared With Western Provinces
Manitoba's 1921 expenditure was 10.4 million, lower than Saskatchewan 14.38 million, Alberta 14.75 million, and British Columbia 17.78 million. Average Norris administration spending over seven years about 8.01 million, with 1914 real costs near 7 million.
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Alberta
British Columbia
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