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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 07, 1924
Page
3
Report details the loss of submarine L-24 and 43 crew members after a collision in fog during a minelaying operation. Allied submarines from Portland Portsmouth and Plymouth participated in the search, with a total of five aboard the vessel lost and the wreck reportedly located.
Carnegie Corporation of New York provides $10,000 to Alberta University to support Prof. J B Cotlip in insulin investigations. The grant funds a research assistant, Dr. Gaebler of Toronto, who has joined the insulin laboratory team.
The 1923 period shows 384 458 births in France against 506 407 deaths, indicating a higher mortality. Officials note better understanding of demographic trends between France and Russia as franc value declines.
Fragmented text references postponement of a liquor referendum in Saskatchewan. Mentions provincial laws, enforcement of policing, and proposed amendments by the Saskatchewan government executive. Contains numerous garbled words and unclear details about dates, places, or official names.
Former Ohio governor James M. Cox, the 1920 Democratic candidate, reiterated his support for the League of Nations at a Columbus dinner. He tied U S participation in foreign affairs to the nation’s safety and urged party unity as the 1924 campaign opened with Ohio Democrats.
Buffalo tongues and tails from the Wainwright herd will be served on Canadian National transcontinental dining cars after New Year. Chefs will also offer buffalo steaks and yeast buffalo ribs while hotels serve buffalo stew and roasts. Two thousand surplus buffalo from Wainwright Park are being shipped this winter to supply the meat for the menus.
Winnipeg delegates at the United Farmers of Manitoba convention vote to form a voluntary wheat pool for the 1924 crop. A resolu tion endorsed a gal iblaty pool modeled on Alberta and urged inter provincial selling agency formation.
Paris reports former minister Henry Bouilan travels to Russia on a semi official mission. The purpose is to lay groundwork for an understanding between France and Russia. Earlier Bouillon helped negotiate a convention with the Remalists on Asia Minor. Toronto Presbytery criticizes press for excessive crime publicity urging restraint to protect youth.
A new society named Friends of Louis Riel has been launched in Winnipeg and St. Boniface with plans to erect a monument to Louis Riel. It says its first aim is extensive educational work to clarify the historical data on the life of Riel.
Unclear text indicates Victoria opposes express rate increases and plans formal protest. Government officials express intent to challenge price adjustments before the commission.
A full grown seal weighing W1 pounds was caught and killed on the south side of St Helen's Island near Montreal. The incident is believed to slow the seal population’s progress several miles up the St Lawrence River.
The article outlines a decline in traffic and lists fiscal year drug figures, noting changes in morphine and opium totals. It references the PHAM passes and mentions a presided event, with figures indicating a shift from 2 T to 3829 and later adjustments to 608 and 1923 values.
The Department of Justice in Ottawa will seek to loan Walter Duncan a special federal investigation officer who led the capture of Red Ryan to help solve the disappearance of Ambrose Smadt a Lorento millionaire who vanished three years ago A conference of citizens selected this assignment and noted a former Toronto police chief as one of the continent s best detectives
The Calgary Herald reports farm equipment prices will rise five to ten percent owing to higher production costs. Dealers warn labor and material costs drive the spike, with farmers owning 37 percent of cars in Winnipeg’s figures. Manitoba ties show 4500 autos licensed last year, indicating farming ownership levels.
Washington reports rising desertion of government scientists to private firms due to beggarly salaries. Heads of departments warn the drain threatens research and policy capability as experienced experts depart for better offers.
In a formal event attended by distinguished citizens, the Governor of Hong Kong unveiled a war memorial tablet honoring those who served and died in the Canadian Pacific Railway’s wartime efforts.
London Parliament opened in a quiet session with little excitement as Labour and Liberal factions prepared for future power. John Henry Whitley was seen as a foregone speaker choice while Asquith contemplated his position. Women MPs drew attention as Lady Terrington and Mrs Wintringham attended, with Labourites without hats in the gallery. Toronto and Winnipeg reports note Canadian Bank of Commerce adding seven directors to its board at an annual meeting.
The Montreal case against Abbe Delorme, charged with murdering his half-brother Raoul, will have a second trial opening on the morning of February 5. Court officials announced the decision recently.
Worn fur lined coats from aviators aboard the Dixmude were picked up by the torpedo boat Bambara at Toulon. Divers found flesh and bones on cloth identified as part of a man’s shoulder. The Diorne captain warned the Dianitale sank with all hands in twenty fathoms near San Mareo, Steily.
A speech by Sir Whifford Sifton urges protecting the Great Lakes watershed and resisting water diversions. He emphasizes Canada’s vital natural resources including forests mines and fisheries and calls for national policy support, intensified farming, and ongoing scientific research.
Six thousand delegates are expected at the international advertising convention in London in July, with 2,000 from Canada and the United States and 4,000 from other regions. Anne advertising received praise at the inaugural banquet from Viscount Durham who urged honoring Americas great enterprise. Regina. The Saskatchewan Government case on Manitoba tax in wheat futures will be argued in the Supreme Court of Canada by Eugene Lafleur K.C. Montreal. Lord Shaughnessy of the Canadian Pacific Railway appeared in court as a precedent setting act. Moscow. Six followers of Petliura face death for orchestrating Ukrainian pogroms in 1919-20. leader Peraluk confessed to the Chernikov massacre and related crimes.
In Montreal after school hours children attend another school where they are taught Bolshevik and other insidious principles. The report mentions Diear-Col Fel lowes, third vice-president the Ti minion Command, Army ad Nivs Veterans' A Wation, and the 4% tie annual banquet of the Quebec branch Jive.
A local bishop of the Herabcde Diocese marked a birthday on Dag ivth, celebrating with parishioners and noting community ties in Caicheu. The event drew church members from nearby towns and reinforced diocesan traditions.
The document outlines a Manitoba policy of strict economic restraint. It calls for reduced spending and tighter administration across constituencies outside Winnipeg. It mentions extending jurisdiction, cutting expenditures, and preparing immediate counteractions to implement rigorous economic reforms.
A Vancouver observer quotes native leaders arguing for gradual self rule while maintaining King George's authority. They claim extremists threaten stability and warn Britain against withdrawal, urging patience as the country moves toward independence under existing governance.
Dispatch reports former Crown Prince William of Germany appearing among crowds at Moran Tyrol for winter sports, passing unrecognized. He is lodging with family at a local hotel under the name Count Von Linden.
Wholesale prices in the Dominion area of Stasis edged up in December to 153.4 from 158.3 in November. The 1913 index base is used with 28 percent commodities included in the calculation.
Japanese naval leaders decide to begin construction of two 10,000-ton and four 7,500-ton light cruisers. The ships will be completed this year and placed into immediate service.
Mrs Sarah Weebaw of 405 Cannon St. endorses Dr Pierre’s Favorite Prescription as a life changing remedy for strengthening health. The ad urges readers to buy pills or liquid from local drug stores or order from Dr Pierre’s Laboratory in Brisburg by mail.
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