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Newspaper

Rivers Gazette

Location

Rivers, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Feb 05, 1925

Page

3

Manitoba wheat pool seeks 1925 extension and new grains

Barnell reports 9 291 Manitoba Alberta Saskatchewan farmers join the Manitoba pool as it expands to oats barley flax and rye. Interim payments planned before seeding with aim for equal grading shares and safety in the expanded pool. Cooperation has driven the farmers movement for 20 years.

Manitoba Pool Ita Barnell Manitobe Pool Tonrse Grains Pool Wheat Pool Organization Burnell Alberta Saskatchewan Aldo Farmers Movement

Crow's Nest Pass Rates Restored Await Supreme Court Ruling

The westbound Crow's Nest Pass rates, in force July 7 to October 27, were cancelled by the Board of Railway Commissioners and briefly restored by the Privy Council. They are again in effect pending the Supreme Court of Canada decision, with argument set for early February sittings.

Supreme Court Toronto Board of Railway Commissioners Privy Council Supreme Court of Canada

Britain names Salisbury delegate to opium conference

The British government notified the League of Nations that the Marquis of Salisbury was appointed chief British representative to the international opium conference in Geneva. Observers expect France and Holland to appoint high ranking delegates next.

Marquis of Salisbury Geneva League of Nations Great Britain Lord Salsbury France Holland

Canada's Most Serious Problem at Royal Bank Meeting

At a general meeting of the Royal Bank of Canada Sir Herbert Holt warned of over taxation as Canada’s major issue. He suggested the world might move toward a gold standard by 1925 and proposed establishing a central budget bureau. In Vancouver a diver, Jack Bruce, battled and killed a shark near Second Narrows after a 29 minute struggle with an iron bar.

Montreal Royal Bank ‘of Canada Herbert Holt Canada B.C Shark Vancouver Jack Bruce Bhark Street Secind Narrows Dirnes Umea

Kingston Politician Seeks Motion on Capital Retention

Kingston Ontario ALP member A. E. Rosa moves that Parliament urge the Government to prevent removal of the country’s capital and to enact legislation protecting accumulated national resources from removal.

Ottawa A. E. Rosa ALP Kingston Ont

Agricultural Credits Fundamental Requisite Highlighted

In an address to a convention, President 4. J. M. People stresses agricultural credits as a fundamental farming requisite. He warns that improving profitable markets and debt relief depend on strong credit access and responsible policy, urging serious attention by Manitoba partners and farmers.

Canada Frialet Felvaey Poanageim J. M. Peole Manitoba

Woman Prospector Dead One of First Enter Uncharted Alaska Fields

The obituary remembers Mixa Nelle Cashman who set out from Arizona in 1877 to prospect from Tombstone to Alaska. She grubstaked miners who later became fortune seekers, funded trips north, and worked as nurse and prospector in remote camps. She died January 7 and was interred at Sta enti vant Ia Victoria, J.C.

Alaska Tayson Arizona Arctic Canada Mixa Nelle Cashman Victoria Tombstone Alagka

Expanding Arctic Trade Hemmed by Wudeon’s Bay Colonial Push

The Wudeon’s Bay Company accelerates Arctic development with posts beyond Coronation Gulf and into King William’s Land as it eyes a continental reach from Atlantic to Pacific. A 100 ton gasoline powered vessel builds in Britain to distribute stores east of Coronation Gulf, set to enter Arctic service in 1926, alongside a large new ice vessel planned in British yards for the next year.

Hudson's Bay Company Arctic Vancouver Wudeon's Bay Company Atlantic Touth Pacific Coronation Gulf King William's Land Britain

Progressive Party Plans Hudson Bay Railway Plank in Winnipeg

John MacLean organizer of the On-to-the Bay Association says a larger Winnipeg branch of the Progressive Party of Canada will be formed before Parliament's next session. The Hudson Bay Railway is to be the main plank, with an anticipated 192 election as a central western issue.

H.B. Road Winnipeg Greater Progressive Party of Canada John MacLean

Fine for non voters urged by Rev Agar at York meeting

Rev Gilbert Agar general secretary of the Social Service Council of Ontario urged a fine on all citizens who do not vote in municipal or other elections. He also proposed revoking the franchise for non voters to boost political life and government interest.

Agar Torosto York Pioneers Gilbert Agar Social Service Council of Ontario Agar

Monarch Sinks into Target Practice After Scrapping

Portamouth England reports the battleship Monarch, the last capital ship Britain scraps under the Washington Treaty, will be moved to Plymouth and then used as a target before February 1 after removal of all saleable furnishings.

Portamouth Eng Monarch Great Britain Plymouth State

Quebec Legislature Opens Second Session of Sixteenth Legislature

Lieutenant Governor Nar essae Herodeau opened the second session of the sixteenth legislature in Quebec. In the throne speech delivered to the houses the emphasis was on governance and state matters.

Quebec Naressae Herodeau Ube

British Industry Sees European Market Aid In Steel Trade

Sir William J. Larke outlined that Germany and France may cooperate to find markets for their surplus iron and steel. He warned British firms to prepare for closer European production focus as the UK prioritizes domestic needs while Europe absorbs large exportable surpluses.

Germany France William Larke Kendon Wiliam J. Larke National Federation of Iron and Steel Manufacturers William Lana Great Britain Tuxentburg United States Belgium

Ottawa Cabinet Plans Pre session Work and Estimates

The Cabinet Council held a sitting on matters of import with no new appointments at meeting end. The Royal Grain Inquiry report was partly considered and a pre session work program outlined. Estimates are under preparation but progress lags behind last year. main estimates may be brought down later.

Ottawa Royal Grain Inquiry Campbell Winnipeg Senate Great Lakes Chicago Drainage Canal Canada United States Congress Chicago

East and West Suicidial Policies May Lead to Separation

Mrs. Jus Ellott of United Farm Women of Manitoba warned at the association’s annual convention that friction between Eastern and Western Canada could rise, likening it to Britain’s pre revolutionary stance toward the United States and warning that aggressive personal crisis policy may be harmful.

Brandon Man Canada Jus. Ellott United Farm Women of Manitoba Great Britain United States

British Immigrants Exempt From New Australian Rule

Following Melbourne’s announcement that no immigrant would land in Australia after March 31 unless possessing at least forty pounds, Sir Joseph Cook said the proviso will not apply to British immigrants arriving in London as High Commissioner for Australia.

London Melbourne Australia Sir Joseph Cook

Chilcago Man Plans 1 Million Libel Suit Against Ford

Wasalagwu Anton Sapiro of Chilcago announces intention to file a libel suit for 1 million dollars against Henry Ford. The suit stems from an article in Ford's Dearborn Independent, read at the National Council of Co operative Marketing Associations meeting.

Wasalagwu Anton Sapiro Chilcago National Council of Cooperative Marketing Associations Henry Ford Ford Dearborn Independent

Regina Delegation Plans Edmonton Trip for Prairie Exhibitions

Regina officials from the directorate will travel to Edmonton on January 29 to meet Western Fair Circuit members. Changes in midway attractions are forecast for the western mummers fairs.

Regina Directornie Edmonton

Saskatchewan Presses Transfer of Natural Resources to Province

Saskatchewan legislators backed a resolution urging the Dominion Government to transfer public domain resources to Saskatchewan without delay. W. H. McKinnon moved the measure, supported by T. Garry, with Minister J. Gardiner outlining figures. The motion passed unanimously, arguing Canada owes Saskatchewan better terms than the PEI model.

Regina Saskatchewan W. HE. McKinnon Wadena T. 4. Garry Yorkton J. G. Gardiner Highwa Canada British Empire Saskatene Wan Prince Edward Island

Denmark May Sell Arms and Munitions

Danish Defense Minister Itsmussen discusses a bill that could abolish the army and navy, leaving frontier guards and coast vessels. The proposal, from M. Rasmussen, would trigger a parliamentary dissolution and a public referendum if rejected by the Landsting.

Daniel Copenhagen Athens Ilamburg Whefter Denmark Itsmussen Ekstradbladet Folkething House of Commons Landating Senate M. Rasmussen

British Government to Lend 300 to Each Emigrant Farm Family

The Daily Telegraph reports arrangements to move over 200 families and 1,000 people from UK agricultural areas to Canada. The British and Canadian governments will set up farms with 300 loans per family for equipment. North Scotland, South Wales, and western England residents join the emigration. An additional 1,900 emigrants are planned to depart later.

Canada London United Kingdom Daily Telegraph Saily Scotland South Wales England

New Flowering Plants Accepted by Canadian Council

Seven new horticultural varieties are accepted for record and naming rights. The list includes the wise peony Florence McRee border carnation Margaret Weir delphinium John Moon irises Mount Royal Lord Taisa Morgan Imperial and an apple Merton alleged to be a Snow and Northern Spy cross.

Otawa Canadian Horticultural Council Florence McRee Margaret Weir John Moon Mount Royal Lord Taisa Morgan Imperial Merton

Appointment of permanent Canadian League representative described

The notice reports Dr. Walter A. Richton named as Permanent Canadian representative to League of Nations activities. Ottawa will receive regular updates from Dr. Teidaan, now Canadian representative on the International Labor Bureau governing board, aligning with Geneva atmosphere.

League of Nations Walter A. Richten Eeen Ottawa Teidaen Geneva International Labor Bureau Council

Wheat Pool President McPhail Addresses Canadian Model to American Farmers

A. J. McPhail of Saskatchewan's Wheat Producers Ltd. outlines Canada's wheat pool history to National Council of Farmers Cooperative Marketing Associations delegates in Washington. He notes 65,000 farmers joined the pool and cites higher Winnipeg wheat prices, with Canadian farmers delaying sale to wait for favorable markets. American leaders call the Canadian project sound and likely to grow.

McPhail Washington National Council of Farmers Cooperative Marketing Asoviations Seselon A. J. McPhail Wheat Producers, Ltd Saskatchewan Lina United States Lenin Winnipeg Council

Britain and United States Reach War Claims Agreement

Paris report says Anglo American disputes over war damages payments were largely settled at the opening session of the allied finance ministers conference. Winston Churchill and James A Logan reportedly reconciled positions as Britain agrees to extended payment terms and U S consent to participate in the Lawes annuities plan under the SpaL accord, with a likely three percent share flowing from Belgium.

Paris Winston Caurchi Exchequer James A. Logan United States United Stated Britain Belgium

Protocol Failure May End Arms Conference

Dominions' attitude on proposed empire meet creates confusion. Either the Geneva protocol or Austen Chamberlain plan fails, risking abandonment of the disarmament conference in March and revival of prewar arms rivalry. A British official warns Allies may violate the Versailles treaty by reprisals over Cologne occupation.

Dominions London Geneva Austen Chamberlain Europe Donin Front

Saskatchewan House Calls For Customs Tariff Cuts

Unanimous assent in the Saskatchewan Legislature to a resolution urging substantial reductions in customs duties to lower living costs and production input costs. The motion, supported by J. M. Parker and A. Heroni, passed with the house voting in favor, aiming to reduce burdens and foster domestic industry growth.

Elven Saskatchewan Legiste Ture United States J.M. Parker Tudehwood

Huskies Reach Calgary After Dangerous Mountain Journey

Husky team led by Larry Kaight and Te g Harris of the Sa Ikinft Dog Therby began a perilous trek from a mountain resort toward Calgary. Crew member Morris nearly drowned in the How River during the crossing before the party finally arrived in the city.

Ceverenkle Ui Wittpe Hanti Larry Kaight Therby Teg Harris Coorge Childs Hant Calgary Morris

Veterans’ looming age gapsPrompt training for Canadian youth

Major General Lessard argues Canada must train youth as veterans age daily. He says relying on half a million Great War veterans is foolish and warns that veterans will soon be unavailable for service, risking lack of leadership and militia.

Lessard Montreal Canada Wascour Vietion Gena Foc Ase Gard Tepes Nm

New German Cruiser Launched at Wilhelmshaven

A new German cruiser was launched at Wilhelmshaven and christened Emden by Admiral Henker. The ship honors the famed raider that sank British merchant ships in the Indian Ocean before being sunk by the Australian cruiser Sydney. Displacing 6,000 tons, she speeds 24 knots and mounts eight 1.0 centimeter guns.

Derna Wilhelmshaven Admiral Henker Ae Emden Indian Ocean Sydney

Unemployment Up In Britain Amid Holiday Season

England sees a ten percent rise in unemployment during Christos week with about 1,272,600 people on job registers across Britain on December 25. Ottawa dismisses rumors of Canada separating from the Empire as nonsense, with Premier King urging caution over reports from the London Morning Post.

Doles England London Great Britain Ottawa King Canada

Army Strength Maintained at 161000

The War Department approves maintaining the regular United States Army at 42 000 officers and 119 000 enlisted men as requested by the Frowsells.

Washington Frowsells War Department United States Army

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