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Newspaper
Prince Rupert Journal
Location
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 14, 1916
Page
1
McCaffery wins the Vancouver mayoral race amid wartime disruption. Ottawa hosts a opening by the Duke of Connaught as front actions continue in Italy. Hockey matches in the city today include Hazelton and G T P officials observing local venues.
El Paso reports Thomas B. Holmes the sole survivor of nine miners killed in Box Canyon ambush led by Yaqui chieftain Pablo Lopez. Holmes says a train was halted, bandits fired on evacuees, and two hundred reserve forces stood by. Reports say ten more killed at Madera by Jose Rodriguez.
The bylaw to provide for the serial bond proposition carried yesterday by a large majority. Only about fifty votes were cast against it as the full total was not counted last night due to late hour. The count will continue today. Meanwhile the steamer Venture’s captain and crew were noted during a personal event as Capt Dickson of the Camosun officiated. Ottawa also saw the Duke of Connaught formally open the House of Commons with Premier Borden absent ill. Dr Albert Sevigny was elected speaker in the House, succeeding Mr Sproule who retired to the Senate.
An official report from Rome on January 18 states artillery activity remains high along the front aided by aircraft. Italian forces repelled minor enemy attacks near Javornik and along the lower Isonzo area, destroyed enemy shelters east of Jregione Pass, and bombarded Gradisco Deve tation. One Italian aircraft dropped bombs on Bregazzo bar racks without damage.
Prince Rupert chose its 1916 city council and will swear in M. P. McCaffery as mayor today. The report notes the new leadership coming into office in the port city.
Tokyo reports a narrow escape for Count Okuma as two bombs exploded behind his chauffeured auto after midnight. Assailants fled. The piece also covers a municipal election in which M. P. McCaffery won the mayoralty for 1916 amid a large turnout and possible changes from 17 spoiled ballots.
An impromptu gathering at Westholme Opera House followed the polls as George Frizzell presided. Mayor McCaffery thanked voters, praising nonpartisan campaigning. Attendees pledged harmony with checks and opposition as needed, closing with God Save the King and a Belgian relief fund appeal.
W G Barrte extends sincere thanks to electors and ladies for the vote that returned him to the council yesterday.
In Brandon, the ITWO School Trustees election resulted in Miss Davies and Mrs. Kirkpatrick securing seats for two year terms. Dr. Kergin won re election by a large majority. Mrs. Kirkpatrick filled a one year vacancy caused by J. A. Kirkpatrick's resignation.
Vincriver Jan 12 Mayor McBeath was elected mayor today by 9 votes of 1262. Other candidates Kirkpatrick 2,520 Martin 1,918 McNeil 1,201 Wenburn 1,415.
London January 12 General Arderson commander of the First Canadian Division has been awarded the title of KK.C.1 in recognition of service in Italy. The announcement notes his leadership and a chain of events that led to the award.
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