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Newspaper
Outlook
Location
Outlook, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
May 29, 1914
Page
3
Calgary reports a boom in oil prospects with the Dingman well delivering daily, McDougall Segur possibly nearby, and many new brokerages and companies forming. Traders push stock sharply higher while space in the shopping district fills as outdoor brokerages proliferate.
The Welsh disestablishment bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons by 128 to 753 and will become law under the Parliament Act after its third passage. It ends establishment of the Church of England in Wales and Monmouth, dissolves ecclesiastical corporations, and removes Welsh bishops from the Lords.
The Better Farming Special, run by the Canadian Pacific Railway with government backing, will start around June 15 and cover the Weyburn to Shaunavon line, possibly extending to Extend. It will travel west of Moose Jaw to the Ex nse Express and Vanguard 3 routes, visiting 90 meetings in towns like Strasbars Craven Lanigan Colonsay. The train aims to educate farmers in agriculture, marking a first for the region with Saskatchew an government support.
T Fisher of Edmonton predicts that the government will push freight rates downward. He states the decision will have a tendency to influence transport costs and benefit western interests, speaking at an Alberta gathering.
Maritime members debated a proposed amendment by W G Kyte of Richmond to remove a clause concerning British subjects. He argued it harmed Nova Scotia fishers who naturalized in the U S and later returned to Canada, delaying citizenship rights for five years. H H Stevens of Vancouver defended the clause citing fisheries control and white fishing rights. The question was left in abeyance.
The Duke and Duchess of Connaught will spend May in Toronto then tour Eastern Ontario visiting Cobourg Peterboro Port Hope Belleville Kingston Brockville Cornwall and Quebec for a month in July They inspect Petawawa camp and tour towns en route before sailing to Newfoundland and Vancouver on a continental journey returning to Ottawa early in the autumn
Cart Machin M P P says pulpwood concession deal between Ontario government and E W Backus is signed and will fund 100000 in year one for power development. Water power potential ranges from 24000 to 30000 horsepower. A 100 ton pulp mill will be built soon and full industrial development expected within five years.
Hamilton Ontario officials report F F P Daksey Company travelers denied entry by U S immigration inspectors at Niagara Falls while under contract. Company to appeal to government amid similar complaints from other firms and concerns over border policies.
A Berlin sale features Martin Luther's Bible with autograph evidence on the title page and a related Bible codex offered for 570 dollars. A manuscript poplar item by Heinrich von Klest is also listed at 200 dollars for Dresden museum display.
A combined push by local families and firms supports a $250000 initiative in Sadesies Roda Srubp area. Officials note strong community backing and outlined plans ahead of a midyear deadline.
A delegation of about twenty labor representatives urged the government to establish free labor bureaus across Canada to replace private agencies. Miss Wiseman led the push and minister T. W. Crothers promised careful consideration of the plan, noting England as a model and citing recent immigration act licensing and supervision.
Ottawa reports 8546 vessels on Canada's registry as of December 31 1913 up 115 from 1912, with 15152 tons green tonnage and 3847 steamers. New vessels added 344 totaling 46164 tons, value estimated at 1 807 280. 291 vessels removed. about 43868 men and boys employed on registered ships in 1912.
Inspector Glen Campbell arrives in Ottawa with three Stoney chiefs to press compensation claims against the Calgary Power Company. Talks with Minister of the Interior and Dr Roche aim for a satisfactory agreement after ongoing negotiations in the capital.
Ottawa reports Hon. George Perley will depart for England this week amid renewed speculation that his name is linked to the vacancy of the high commissioner post. Since Lord Strathcona's death Perley has been repeatedly mentioned as a candidate in this leadership question.
The Maple Leaf Milling Company awards a million dollar mill erection contract to Archibalds of Winnipeg who built the Kenora mill. Archibald already on site expects to start grinding by the new year.
Winter killing of grain across Ontario and Alberta shows slight rise for wheat this year while overall seeding in five provinces remains around half done. Ontario and Alberta report strong crop condition by May 6 with 83 percent and 87.5 percent respectively. Livestock conditions stay healthy above 90 percent nationwide.
The report notes a strong United States winter wheat crop with record seedings and good starts. Weather largely favorable though pests Hessian fly and insects emerge, especially in Missouri and Kansas. Damage potential from fly and armyworm prompts market gains as cash wheat rises this week.
A volatile week shows United States grain supplies down while exports remain strong. No 2 and No 3 Northern grain demand stays healthy with No 1 Northern tied to May delivery. Canadian and U S markets rise across corn barley flax and oats with May July and October futures noted. Prices quoted reflect in state delivery at Port William and Port Arthur.
Washington discussion grows about substituting an international tribunal for the pending canal tolls bill. Senators acknowledge a two thirds vote is needed to pass arbitration. Opponents warn of delays and potential complications even with any court decision as the canal remains open and operating.
Berlin reports commanders of four army corps have ended the compulsory beer or nothing on holidays policy. Soldiers may draw a portion of their earnings in beer checks to curb excess drinking, marking a new step in reducing alcohol use among troops.
Region Saskatchewan Molle commissioner of the bureau of labor says conditions are favorable with no strikes since year's start and few wage disputes. Several unions have lowered wages while carpenters bricklayers plasterers painters and electricians work on last year schedules. Building operations look sufficient for summer to employ all tradesmen with no outside workers needed.
City survey notes over a hundred prospectors active in Prince Albert as officials estimate potential mineral wealth. Local officials say the count reflects growing interest in the region’s resources.
Saskatoon city council moves to issue two licenses raising revenue amid tense debate. Officials say the licenses will fund public services while opponents warn of potential overreach and unfair targeting. The measure proceeds after a council vote.
A fragmented 19th century Sunday school lesson outlines the Holy Spirit’s role in guiding believers, cites 1 Corinthians, Luke, and Acts, and discusses Jesus’ approach to healing the ten lepers, noting one returns to thank Him. It emphasizes being filled with the Spirit, divine wisdom over human power, and the turning point toward the gospel for all nations.
A Shanghai dispatch in the Daily Mall details a $30,000,000 loan arranged by the Chinese government with Bethlehem Steel Works for constructing a naval base at FooChew. The agreement highlights financial ties between China and a major U.S. steel firm during this period.
The item notes changes at the official organ of a women’s political group with a poet’s offering referenced and a register of names and dates amid publication details.
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