U. S. Livestock Barred From Canada
Ottawa imposes broad restrictions to curb foot and mouth disease. United States cattle sheep goats and swine cannot enter or transit Canada. Canada also bans export of Canadian cattle to Britain via U S ports. Additional orders bar hay and straw parts and all livestock from any U S state.
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Ottawa
The
United
Canada
United States
Great Britain
California
Nevada
Oregon
American Union
Alberta Horse Breeders Meet Votes to Keep Enrollment Act
In Edmonton the Alberta Provincial Horse Breeders Association held a small meeting. The group decided to keep the Stallion Enrollment Act unchanged. President George H. Cresswell reported a bright outlook for the industry and that shipments to eastern points are selling at fairly good prices.
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Edmonton
Alta
Alberta Provincial Horse Breeders’ Association
George H. Cresswell
Alaska Revealed Rich Mineral Deposits Across Principals
Article notes Alaska hosts abundant reserves across nearly all useful minerals, highlighting vast potential for mining development and resource speculation. It discusses speculative economic impact and geographic distribution of metals.
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Alaska
Ford Suggested as Navy Secretary Candidate
Rumors in Washington place Henry Ford among figures discussed to succeed Secretary Denby, who has resigned, with Ford named in lists of those proposed to President Coolidge to head the Navy Department.
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Washington
Henry Ford
United States Secretary of the Navy
Denby
Ford
Coolidge
Navy Department
Live Chickens Parcel Post Experiment Underway
Ottawa announces a pilot program placing day old chicks by parcel post from April 1 to June 15. In all provinces except British Columbia the mailing period runs March 1 to May 7. Live chicks are accepted at sender risk at parcel post rates within Canada and the United States, provided proper packaging and 36 hour delivery.
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Otawa
Dominion
British Columbia
Post Office
Canada
United States
Saskatchewan plebiscite set for July 21 in liquor bill
Regina reports the date for the liquor question plebiscite as July 21 under a bill by Attorney General J A Cross. Two questions are to be asked. the second offers government sale of liquor in sealed packages with or without beer in licensed premises. Absentee polls and strict voting rules apply.
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Regina
J. A. Cross
Isle A la Crosse
Cumberland
Treaty of Friendship Signed Between Germany and Turkey
London reports a signed treaty of friendship between Germany and Turkey, according to an agency despatch from Constantinople.
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London
Germany
Turkey
Constantinople
Branch Lines Question Divides Ottawa In Three Year Plan
Ottawa debates the westward branch lines of the Canadian National Railway with a three year programme favored to speed construction. Critics in the Senate and House press annual estimates and fear delays, while proponents say a single three year bill ensures one project, full contracts, and timely labor. Some urge splitting lines if needed.
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Ottawa
Canadian National Railway
Senate
A. J. Lewis
Swift Current
Lewis
Robertson
Grading With Protein Tests Discussed in Winnipeg
The Royal Grain Inquiry Commission in Winnipeg examined changes to grading with protein tests to curb grain contamination entering U S and Europe and to preserve shipment identity on the lakes. Isaac Pitblado KC predicted general acceptance for protein testing among producers valuing it, while noting physical challenges in adding to the current system. Chairman Turgeon added that many binning facility needs would lessen if protein tests replace grade based marketing.
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Winnipeg
United States
Royal Grain Inquiry
Isaac Pitblado
K.C
Turgeon
British Ambassador Presents Credentials to Coolidge
Sir Esme Howard presented his credentials as British ambassador to President Coolidge in Washington. The King praised the good understanding between Britain and the United States as the best guarantee for future world peace, and Coolidge echoed that shared aims would help bring lasting peace.
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Washington
George
Great Britain
United States
Coolidge
Esme Howard
Nerviline Relief for Stomach Distress Claims
A vintage ad touts Nerviline as swift relief for sour stomach, gas from fermenting food, and nocturnal cramps. It promises quick comfort from twenty drops in water and urges families to keep Nerviline on hand, priced at 5 cents at all dealers.
Calgary MP Seeks Equal Grounds for Divorce
Ottawa report states J. T. Shaw of West Calgary plans to push this session for legislation placing wives on an equal footing with husbands regarding divorce grounds.
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Ottawa
J. T. Shaw
West Calgary
Pain Relief From Dodd's Kidney Pills Endorsed
Minett Ontario special: John F. Pain, a longtime resident, reports relief from side pains after using six boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. He says three boxes eliminated the pain and enables him to work again, noting the pills act on the kidneys to remove uric acid linked to rheumatism and sciatica.
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John F. Pain
Dodd
Minett
Mr. Pain
Civilians to take control of Germany's military affairs
Allied council endorses shifting Germany’s demilitarization from army to civilian control via a proposed allied commission on guarantees. The move, backed by Premier MacDonald, marks a key shift and hinges on Germany meeting 1922 demands on police demilitarization and new legislation while ensuring no unsanctioned military prep in the preceding year.
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Paris
Germany
Allied Council of Ambassadors
Marshal Foch
Inter-Allies
MacDonald
Great Britain
Allied Commission On Guarantees
Control Commission
Council of Ambassadors
Soviets Seek £750 Million Credit From Britain for Reconstruction
Moscow says at the Anglo Russian talks it seeks 160 million in credits over three years with 67 percent in goods and 33 percent cash. Britain would forward 40 million, 50 million, and 60 million pounds respectively. Russia would start interest after two years. Rakovsky says funds are for economic reconstruction, not the Red Army.
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Great Britain
London
Russia
Moscow
Daily Express
England
Christian Rakovsky
Red’ Army
Saskatchewan Takes Prizes At Manitoba Winter Fair
Saskatchewan entries won multiple awards at the Manitoba Winter Fair. Leslie and Davidson of Warrens Sask captured first in the team Clydesdale mares or geldings and first in individual agricultural mares or geldings. A Vassar of Regina took first in the single trotters class. J B Day of Yellow Grass Sask placed second in the sheep class with a score of 170.
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Brandon
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Leslie and Davidson
Warrens
Sask
A. Vassar
Regina
J. B. Day
Manitoba student wins judging aggregate at winter fair
Brandon man J C Hyde, a Manitoba Agricultural College student from Burnside, scored 704 of 800 to capture aggregate honors in the judging competition. Thirty four students and outsiders competed. The college also retained the J D McGregor cup as western colleges did not send teams.
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Brandon
Man
J. C. Hyde
Burnside
M.h
Manitoba Agricultural College
Tirty
J. D. McGregor
Grain Inspector Resigns in Winnipeg
George Serls chief grain inspector for Canada resigns after 12 years in the role and 30 years in grain inspection. He cites ill health and will leave March 31. His testimony at the Grain Inquiry Commission was a Winnipeg highlight. No successor named though his assistant James Fraser is mentioned as a possible replacement.
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Winnipeg
George Serls
Canada
Board of Grain Commissioners
Serls
Grain Inquiry Commission
James Fraser
Coolidge Says Philippines Not Ready for Separation
President Coolidge told the Philippines Independent Mission that he believes the time has not yet come for the Philippines to gain independence from the United States. He indicated continued ties remain appropriate for now.
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Washington
Coolidge
Philippines
United States
Baron Byng of Vimy Invested as Scoutmaster in Ottawa
Baron Byng of Vimy, Chief Scout for Canada, was formally invested as Scoutmaster of the First Canada Gutwell Troop at Government House. The ceremony included the chief scout commissioner and the Dominion camp chief, with Byng noting he would remain a Scout morally physically and spiritually.
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Ottawa
Baron Byng of
Vimy
Canada
Government House
Dominion
Lord Byng
Robert Baden-Powell
Alberta Liquor Bill Passes Tightened Weekend Closing
Alberta legislature approves an amendment restricting beer sales on Saturdays to before 7 PM. Weeknights run 7 AM to 10 PM, total 15 hours five days and 12 hours Saturday. Provisions bar picnic, hunting, and other party liquor sales. Nellie McClung backed early closing. G A Forster failed to extend hours to 11 PM on weeknights.
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Edmonton
Alberta
W. M. Davidson
Calgary
Nellie McClung
G. A. Forster
Hand Hills
Freezone Promises Quick Corn Relief for Feet
A short ad claims Freezone quickly stops corn pain and allows removal without soreness. It promotes a small bottle sold by druggists for a few cents to treat hard and soft corns and toe callouses, including between the toes.
Tariff Changes Considered Inevitable in Budget Speech
Ottawa expects tariff changes this year tied to the budget speech possibly moving earlier. Agricultural implements may move to the free list or have duties cut while raw inputs enter duty free and the sales tax on finished goods may be abolished. Income tax changes are uncertain and many detailed proposals remain undecided.
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Ottawa
Forke
Britain trims army estimates and staffing
London reports that War Secretary Stephen Walsh announced army estimates reduced by seven million pounds from last year and a 2800‑man cut in the regular army. He stressed no further cuts to fighting men and said recruitment remains satisfactory while pay reductions for current soldiers are not planned.
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London
Stephen Walsh
Baldwin
Regular Army
Walsh
Auxiliary Services
War Office
Secretary of War
Fewer Cabinet Ministers Proposal Stirs Ottawa Debate
Sir George Foster proposes cutting Dominion Cabinet from 17 to 12 ministers in the Senate. He urges abolition and mergers of several departments, a pre-audit of civil expenditures, and tariff reduction to spur growth, warning against shifting industry to the United States. He notes shifts in cabinet influence as free traders gain ground.
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Ottawa
Dominion
George Foster
Trade and Commerce
Senate
Sir George
Secretary of State
Customs Department
Finance
Public Works
Marine and Fisheries Department
Solicitor-General’s Department
Justice Department
Soldiers’ Civil Re-Establishment
Lomer Gouin
W. S. Fielding
Free Traders
Egypt Adopts New Flag With Crescent and Three Stars
Egypt formally adopts a new flag featuring a green field a crescent and three stars. The design signals a shift in national symbolism though details on adoption timing or governing body are not specified.
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Egypt
Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription Ad Recounts Cure
A Toronto reader testifies that Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription relieved a nervous breakdown and feminine weakness. She describes sleeplessness backaches and bearing-down pains and endorses the remedy for women. The ad notes available forms and offers free medical advice from Buffalo and a trial package from Bridgeburg.
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Ont
Dr. Pierce
Lizzie Almas
Ontario Street
Doctor Pierce
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