03 Nov 1915
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Newspaper
Prince Rupert Journal
Location
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Nov 03, 1915
Page
1
The report highlights Asquith’s encouragement that German gains stalled since April. It praises Grand Fleet efficiency and offers high compliments to Russian allies amid ongoing war updates and cabinet change notes.
The coroner's jury finds W D Tippens died in a rear end collision on the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway mile 421 2 east of Prince Rupert B C on Friday October 29 1915. The verdict blames the Fish Extra engineer for not acting on flag signals and notes trains 97 and 78 ran too close together. The jury visited the scene before delivering the ruling.
The British Chamber of Commerce Journal outlines fish import values for 1913 and 1914. It lists totals for imports from British possessions and foreign countries, with percentages and overall figures, showing a rise in 1914. The data emphasizes the two source regions and their contribution to UK fish imports.
Increased halibut receipts flood port as better weather boosts activity. Omaney capt Dave Hassel brings in 60 000 pounds, Pioneer adds 60 000, sold to Canadian Fish & Cold Storage at 6.78 cents a pound. Geo E Foster unloads 120 000 pounds. New England expected for Atlin Fisheries today.
News reports list fifteen lives lost after the steamer Santa Clara ran aground near the Coos Bay spit and the rocks. The wreck occurred south of the spit, with crews working to recover bodies and salvage efforts under way.
Premier Asquith in the House of Commons praised Britain’s war efforts, praising India and the Dominions, noting no German advance since April and huge troop movements. He lauded the Grand Fleet’s efficiency, hinted at Greek disappointments, and backed Serbia’s independence with Joffre’s visit. He warned of heavy wartime burdens and urged strict government economy and a 3–5 member war committee.
Sir George Purley reports Canadian Contingent losses to September with 464 officers and 11,241 other ranks total 11,705 casualties including killed in action and died of wounds and disease, wounded, prisoners, and missing.
In this city on November 2, a son was born to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Beatty.
London reports Sir John French says the September 25 drive shows new British heavy guns and gunners superior to enemy artillery. He asserts Allied superiority demoralizes German forces as they advance. 9,000 German casualties front of Anglo French trenches marked the battle.
John Ward, 46, of Vancouver, was crushed by falling rock at the Granby quarry. His body, embalmed by Bruce Morton of Prince Rupert, was brought south aboard Yesterday's steamer Prince Rupert and taken to Vancouver.
The Red Rose group on Rocher de Boule mountain, bonded by Edmonton capitalists, will be added to working properties within days. Skeena Copper Company Limited is being incorporated to develop the claims under Howard D. Thompson. He plans to have six men at work next week, extend the cross-cut tunnel, and lay rails for track as supplies are brought in. Thompson, an Edmonton arrival, will inspect the claims before starting operations.
Postal authorities urge proper front line mail formatting to speed delivery. Include regimental number rank name squadron battery or company battalion regiment and unit staff appointment or departure followed by Canadian Contingent British Expeditionary Force and Army Post Office London England. Do not mention brigades or divisions to avoid delays.
Weather is cold and soldiers need warm socks in the trenches. Mrs Pr WoT Kergin will be at the Board of Trade Rooms every Thursday forenoon from 9 to 12 to deliver wood yarn and Priges Rupert ladies are invited to knit and supply socks immediately.
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