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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 10, 1924
Page
7
A historic gathering in Winnipeg brings together regional officials and industry leaders to discuss farm revenue growth, marketing improvements, and credit facilities. Delegates aim to standardize production, expand demand for Manitoba products, and ensure public funds are spent prudently while advancing diversified agriculture.
The text notes a considerable decrease in wartime spending by Britain, with references to land requirements and upcoming measures. It mentions March and potential further steps, indicating a shift in financial or military expenditure policy.
The forecast calls for an interim supply bill to clear the way within three weeks. Proposals include reforming certain income tax measures and production investment rules, with exemptions on oxide cases and duty free materials for imports.
Manitoba voices at the Manitoba Economy Conference warn that farmers pay markedly more for goods than they receive for produce. T. A. Crerar cites a 1913 disparity of 13 percent. he calls for lower production costs and shorter work hours to reverse rural decline and keep farms viable.
The Manitoba Legislature gave the Piatted Church at Canada bill its third reading without discussion. Attorney-General Craig criticized the proposed federal commission’s powers to divide church property and urged discretionary authority similar to provisions in the Free Church of Scotland and United Free Church cases. He suggested an amendment if the final decision rested with the legislature.
An American group led by J. P. Morgan and Company arranged a banking credit of not less than 100000600 dollars in favor of the Bank of France. The loan is fully secured by gold in the Bank of France vaults and will be used to stabilize French exchange. It runs for not more than one year with repayment to be liquidated or gold shipments to Morgan in New York if needed.
Premier Ramsay MacDonald spoke at the Empire Parliamentary Association meeting. He warned the Labour Government could threaten the empire but urged building a large, influential Britain to keep dominions proud to stay linked through constant personal contact.
Two Canadian opera stars join the American grand opera roster conducted by Paul Lascone. Jeanne Gordon formerly of Toronto and Edward Josop of Guelph Ont are now members of the Metropolitan Opera Company, joining a Paris season at the Sarah Herohardt Theatre in May and June.
Alberta backs British Columbia in seeking lower commodity shipping rates into the prairies. The argument centers on long distance blanket rates that penalize Alberta and Manitoba producers, with examples from Okanagan Landing to Winnipesaukee and Halifax to Montreal. The aim is free flow of grain livestock coal and consumer goods across the Pacific via equalized rates, with no interprovincial barriers.
General Tobin, a leader of the milimnous faction in the Irish Free State Army, told reporters that the army troubles predate recent demobilization and followed Michael Collins’s death. He said former British officers held high posts while Free State founders were sidelined, promises were broken.
A census bulletin reports rising marriage popularity with 1921 showing higher marriage rates than 1901 or 1971. It lists 37.49 percent married males and 98.92 percent married females in 1921, versus 34.85 and 36.97 percent in 1917.
Acting Finance Minister Robb told the House that refunds for settlers arriving in Canada are supplied by the steamship companies rather than the federal treasury. He addressed Arthur Meighen and the opposition, noting the assistance extends to those from the United Ringe, Lars.
Report notes plans to examine huts in Victoria and Stuart Lake district for a new farming colony led by emigration groups. Mentions Swedish immigration and a forthcoming air service between Sweden and Britain, with preparations seen in British Columbia.
The report shows expenditures reduced by about 1.3 million dollars from the prior year while estimated revenue sits around 1.4 million dollars. Premier and department officials note no plan for general tax increases, with the measure's clauses reviewed over several weeks amid fierce legislative wrangling and final committee approval without amendments.
Members of Ontario boards of trade plan a summer tour of the west to study conditions firsthand. The tour, under the London Free Press, will reach Regina on June 24 and stay in the city from 8 PM to midnight.
In Ottawa Hon R J Minton spoke to a House audience as Alfred Speakman labeled progressives as benevolently neutral while watching for change. Speakman urged equal freight rates for the west, consolidation of farmer indebtedness, and income tax as fair taxation amid perceived western bias and calls for national unity.
A fragmented report outlines a deadlock in a local Carnarvon controversy. The text mentions court action, ministerial involvement, and contested pipe laws affecting a fortification project and associated officials.
Alberta election act amendments require candidates to file 25 named nominators and two finaiities on nomination papers. Residence rules are updated to two months in the riding and 22 months in the province prior to the election. A proposal seeks to help British subjects who married unnaturalized men gain the right to vote or similar status.
Greek officials regret the outrage at the British legation in Athens after a bomb exploded at the entrance causing property damage with no injuries reported. An inquiry is opened under British police direction and several suspects are detained. Saskatoon hosts Manitoba winter fair and horse show with about 160 more animals than last year.
Ada Blackjack II, the 25 year old Eskimo woman who survived the Arctic expedition, is in a Seattle hospital with her seven year old son Bennett, both treated for tonsillitis after their rescue by Harold Noire last summer.
The Daily Express reports a near settlement between the Pope and Italy, removing the sense of the Vatican as a prison. Mustafa Kemal Pasha proclaims the Turkish Parliament will personify the Caliphate from now on.
Debates in the House covered free trade with M r Hav and Progressive voices arguing for general reductions in duties. See clashes over protectionism, industry impact, and regional concerns as parties differ on tariff policy and economic strategy.
Berlin ends a decade of banana smuggling at fabulous prices as imported stock arrives openly. Local market observers note better supply and lower costs while authorities monitor for compliance.
The Edmonton Stampede directors of the Inhibition Association approve a plan to present a new event next summer after the annual Calgary show.
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