World Happenings Briefly Told
Henry Rey Davis of Milner B C fourth year medical student at McGill will represent Canadian Universities at Wembley in August. Basil Williams of McGill succeeds Sir Richard Lodge as head of history at Edinburgh University. Persia withdraws from the arms conference over searches of Gulf ships. Virgil tomb in Naples purchased by Italian Government for restoration. Marusa Treyke wife of a Russian colonel sentenced to death for leading anti Soviet bandits in Ukraine. Dental health program outlined for immigrants by Canadian dental hygiene council in Toronto. Trade between Canada and India growing with timber and machinery, says H A Chisholm in Victoria. Holy Sepulchre shrine in Jerusalem deemed dangerously located. Dr Mack Eastman of UBC to Geneva on League of Nations work take a one year leave. Germany expected to join League of Nations by autumn and US likely to join world court as discussed in Montreal. Sir George Foster asserts this view in League address.
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Henry Rey Davis
Milner
B.C
McGill University
Wembley
Basil Williams
Virgil
Naples
Marusa Treyke
Ukraine
Canadian Dental Hygiene Council
Toronto
Canada
India
H. A. Chisholm
Galcutta
Victoria
Jerusalem
London
Germany
League of Nations
United States
World Court
Sir George Foster
Montreal
Many Compliments For Empire Exhibition
The Wembley British Empire Exhibition has received widespread praise for its improved appearance gardens illuminations catering and layout since opening. A Canadian Press cable misread claimed Wembley was not ready at opening but the intention was to note Wembley’s readiness from day one and its creditable presentation.
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Wembley
Paris
Believe In Success In Paris New York Nonstop Flight Plan
War ace Paul Tarascon predicts a five in ten chance of success for the Paris to New York nonstop flight with Francis Coli. He says a smooth engine, sound plane, and 36 hours of fuel are needed for the summer attempt. Final timing set for late July as mechanics tune the motor and engineers resolve fuel storage issues. The proposed itinerary includes England Ireland Newfoundland and Nova Scotia.
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Paul Tarascon
Francis Coli
Colt
England
Ireland
Newfoundland
Nova Scotia
Sweden Moves To Electrify Railways and Power Ships
Sweden plans to electrify its entire railroad system as steam gives way to electric engines and motor trucks. With abundant water power and no coal, the country shifts to electric propulsion for trains, ships, and road transport, including diesel railroad trucks and Deva Company units in use.
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Sweden
Halfstad-Nassjo
Deva Company
Cesteres
Minaki Inn Rebuild Underway After Major Fire
Immediate steps will rebuild the Minaki Inn burned to the ground. Loss to buildings and equipment is $150,000 insured. CN Railways will host guests at the undamaged Minaki Lodge with new equipment. Opening set for June 27 under manager H. T. Knight. Main building and contents were destroyed. dance pavilion boat house swimming and ice house untouched. New golf course unharmed.
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Minaki Inn
Canadian National Railways
Minaki
H. T. Knight
Winnipeg Summer Fair Educational Features Highlight
The Winnipeg Summer Fair allocates over three hundred feet of space for two weeks of demonstrations and subjects affecting the city home and nation. Exhibits include early Indian trade, royal charters, Prince Rupert Hud son Bay Company founder, Sir Robert Molesworth Kindersley, Red River land purchases, and notable figures such as King George V Queen Mary Lord Brig Lord Selkirk Sir Arthur Currie Sir James Atkins Premier John Bracken Mayor R H Webb City Clerk Chas Brown plus flags emblems and coat of arms.
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Winnipeg
Charles I
Prince Rupert
Hudson's Bay Company
Robert Molesworth Kindersley
G.B
Canada New Zealand trade in February 1925 totals
Canada exported 1 632 577 dollars in February 1925 to New Zealand. Agricultural and vegetable goods reached 428 550 dollars while wood and paper goods were 1 2343. iron and iron products led with 872 713 dollars.
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Canada
New Zealand
Baboons Imported to London Zoo for Acclimatization
Ninety sacred baboons from Abyssinia arrive at the London Zoo. They will be acclimatized in a heated cage with radiant light and sheltered ledges warmed by artificial sunshine. The text questions the patron's blame for kicking when he must pay for yearly quarters.
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London Zoo
There is no future in being a Bal kan statesman.
A terse critique frames the idea that a Balkan statesman faces an uncertain path ahead, implying limited prospects and political risk in contemporary leadership within the region.
The New Chateau Lake Louise Opens in Canadian Rockies
The Chateau Lake Louise a nine story hotel built by Canadian Pacific Railway opens June 1 with 400 rooms many with lake views and southern exposure. A staff of 425 a resident doctor and nurse and a special dining room for staff and children accompany a vast supply chain of perishables and non perishables needed for the opening banquet and operation.
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Canadian Pacific Railway
Chateau Lake Louise
Lake Louise
Canadian Rockies
Turkey
C.P.R
Strathcona
Alberta
Chateau
Wheat outlook hints limited U S farmer gain
Government survey cited by the Buffalo Express says American wheat prospects are weak with over half of winter wheat acreage abandoned in Washington Montana Oregon New Mexico and Texas and spring acreage not expected to exceed average. Canada holds steady planting with good conditions while other countries show strong prospects. high prices could limit U S exportable surplus benefiting other producers.
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Buffalo Express
Washington
Montana
Oregon
New Mexico
Texas
Canada
Powerful Indian Prince Dies in Paris Funeral
The Maharajah of Gwalior, among India's wealthiest rulers, died suddenly in Paris. His cremation followed modern rites with royal robes and jewels after plans for an open air pyre failed. The text notes bamboo can be eaten as young shoots like asparagus.
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Maharajah of
Gwalior
India
Paris
Saskatchewan Road Contracts Awarded This Year
The Saskatchewan government let road work contracts totaling 87000 this season. Projects include nine miles east of Maidstone for 11000, Saskatoon to Grandora for 12000, Bladworth north six miles for 7500, Corinne south five miles for 4500, Kenaston to Hanley for 12400, Trossachs east for 13000, and Quill Lake to Watson plus three miles north of Watson for 16000.
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Saskatchewan
Maidstone
Saskatoon
Grandora
Bladworth
Corinne
Kenaston
Hanley
Trossachs
Quill Lake
Watson
Maid Applicant Promises Swift Morning Upkeep
A maid applicant boasts she was an early riser in her last job and kept beds made before others woke, suggesting reliability for a prospective employer.
Lover Remains Certain Daughter Desires Him
A shy reply from a lover quotes his reply and the young woman’s simple demand that she wants only him, revealing a quiet, intimate moment. The exchange highlights affection and commitment without external stakes or complications.
World Scarcity In Wheat Factor
A Vancouver Sun article notes high wheat prices may not last as speculation supports them. It says Russia normally yields about one billion bushels but has not been a factor in world markets recently and will not be for years.
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Blue
Russia
Vancouver Sun
Sudan grass superior to kale for hog feed at Ottawa test 1923
A 1923 feeding trial at the Central Experimental Farm Ottawa with Berkshire and Yorkshire hogs found Sudan grass slightly higher in feeding value than marrow-stemmed kale. Sudan grass ripened earlier and provided green feed nine days longer, with little difference in overall value.
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Sudan
Berkshire
Yorkshire
Central Experimental Farm
Ottawa
Liar! Liar! Interruption Sparks Sharp Exchange
A brief exchange shows a speaker challenging an interrupter who refuses to state his name, prompting a wry offer to exchange identity for a proper introduction. The confrontation underscores the tension between speakers as the audience watches.
Western provinces press for bigger role in Canada’s growth
In a Moose Jaw Times opinion piece, the author rebukes Eastern representatives for light fare at a Quebec dinner and calls for greater Western involvement. The essay urges more sympathetic cooperation between the middle east and the west to boost national development and curb regional selfishness.
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Plains
Western Canada
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Alberta
Prairie
Canada
Middle East
West
Moose Jaw
Prize Cattle Shipped From Montreal Export Consignment
The first consignment of export cattle for 1925 left Montreal consisting of 207 head shipped by the Livestock Producers' Association of Alberta. They averaged about 1200 pounds at three years old. One hundred twenty five head came from Edmonton spring show where they won five carload prizes. The load also includes the University of Alberta grand champion steer and five Hereford steers that took first at Regina Calgary and Saskatoon shows.
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Montreal
Livestock Producers’ Association of Alberta
Edmonton
University of Alberta
Regina
Calgary
Saskatoon
May Buy Another Farm Interest for Prince of Wales
Report said the Prince of Wales considered returning to South Africa for big game shooting but cancelled a planned game reserve visit. He has shown strong interest in farming during his South Africa tour, with farmers hearing he may buy farmland to boost horse breeding and dairy cattle with sheep.
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Prince of Wales
South Africa
Canada Fruit Production in 1924 Value Declines
Canada produced fruits worth 24,266,421 dollars in 1924, down from 1923, mainly due to smaller quantities. Principal items include apples 18,777,667 dollars, pears 471,924 dollars, and strawberries 1,398,916 dollars.
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Canada
Federal Bureau of Statistics
Soldier Corrects Tea Taste in Army Mess
An orderly officer visits the mess tents and asks for complaints. A soldier stands and says taste this. The officer remarks it is the best soup he has tasted in his army career, while the soldier points out it is supposed to be tea.
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Tommy
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Mack Eastman
University of British Columbia
Geneva
Department of Labor
The
Con
U. S
Wei
Quebec
Canadian Manufacturers’ Association
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