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Newspaper
Moose Jaw Weekly Times
Location
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jun 25, 1914
Page
4
A lengthy discussion in the House of Commons centers on militia costs with Liberal Hugh Guthrie arguing for reductions while Colonel Hughes defends high spending. The piece accuses the government of double-cross and waste as Conservatives allegedly block a bill harming Ontario voters.
The article condemns the Farmers' Bank Bill as a bad precedent and accuses the government of duplicity in promising to reimburse depositors. It alleges Conservative promises in Ontario during 1911 were used as a bluff to gain votes, with the bill then introduced to aid friends but blocked in the Senate by party lines.
The piece criticizes the Borden government for abandoning strict railway standards in favor of momentum grades. It details how Liberal policies and the Gutelius Staunton report were undermined, with ministers now admitting momentum grades are inadequate. The article argues the public will pay to fix the road and keep freight rates down, after Liberal pressure reversed the move.
Archdeacon Johnson condemns the war era public streets of Moose Jaw for immodest dress among teen girls with painted faces and low cut outfits. He argues guardians are negligent while noting older countries favor simple attire and reference Princess Mary as a standard.
In influential circles a push to curb youth vanity is noted. The critique cites St Pauls guidance on modest apparel and decorum as more likely to win respect from virtuous men than imitating frivolous fashion trends seen in some social classes.
The Royal Commission found the government not to blame for the Farmers Bank collapse. It noted irregularities by Travers and mischief with certificates, but stated the loss stemmed from recklessness and fraud by those managing the bank, not from the Treasury Board certificate or the Liberal minister's actions.
The piece accuses the Conservative government of excessive borrowing from September 1913 to June 1914 totaling 18.5 million pounds, noting London loans and a dismal reception by The Times. It argues such spending worsens Canada’s credit amid hard times and financial anxiety.
Niagara Paris Ont June 20 The Mexican mediation conferences near their end with no definite outcome possible due to uncertain developments in Mexico City and Washington. Argentina's Minister Nann may arrive after talks with Wilson Bryans and Cabrera, while a provisional president remains unsettled. Pedro Lascurain's stance on foreign minister portfolio reportedly shifted again.
London June 24 Delegates representing about three million members attended the 4th annual congress in Dublin. President Robert Fleming of Belfast reported 1933 trade at £12,? million with capital totals of £41,119,373 share and £13,800,006 loan. Membership reached 2,011,390 and staff employed 145,774 with a wages bill of £? for 1912. The movement plans a shift from distribution to manufacturing expansion.
Premier Sir Rodmond Roblin rejected opposition claims of schemes to bring back separate Catholic schools. He said Archbishop Langevin never asked for such restoration and noted discussions about tax relief for Winnipeg Catholics while acknowledging law made changes impossible.
At the parks board meeting G K Smith's request for a lease renewal on Royal rink grounds was discussed but no decision made awaiting more details. The Moose Jaw Aquatic Club request for 400 feet river bank frontage was laid over. Walks over boulevards and curb areas were debated with Ald Brown proposing use of local two by two brick pavers.
June 34 region reports the Reval Commission on the cost of living has begun hearings. Chairman McDoazgsi may oversee ongoing inquiries into prices and household expenses.
Under the Land Titles Act a mortgagee will offer for sale at the Brunswick Hotel Moose Jaw on July 11 1914 at 2 pm MST the property at 107 Hochelaga Street West Lot 5 Block 33 in the Assassin bola Land Registration District Old No 6 The frame cottage 20x46 with five rooms and cement foundation and a frame stable 18x36 on the site fronting 50 feet on H Street Sold subject to a reserve price and taxes with details from J H Munson Solicitor for the Vendors Canadian Northern Building Winnipeg Manitoba
The Retail Merchants Association petitioned the Canadian Pacific Railway to finish the Expanse line to Assiniboisa this year. A copy was sent to Western Division headquarters at Winnipes and to Sept J. G. Taylor, with the Board of Trade urged to cooperate. President Bamford and Vice-President Crawford of the Board of Trade had recently visited Assiniboia during a CP Rail construction tour.
Sheriff office in Moose Jaw Saskatchewan reports events of April 26 1914 including local police actions and public safety notes affecting residents and property. No further details available.
By writ of execution against the lands of the named defendant the sheriff seized Lots 13 14 15 and 16 in Block 61 Prairie Heights Addition Moose Jaw April 1st located at the Sheriff’s Office Moose Jaw Saskatchewan MO.
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