Canadian Flour Mills Could Supply World Demand
A royal commission finds Canadian flour mills have vast surplus capacity due to wartime and postwar boom. Five major firms dominate the industry with diversified operations. Some large companies can price flour below cost across activities yet maintain profits, risking broader economic impact. The investigation by W J Peaker will continue over several days.
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W. J. Peaker
Ottawa
Lake of the Woewls Milling Co. Ltd
Maple Leaf Milling Company
Ogilvie Flour Mills
Robin Hood Flour Mills
Western Canada Flour Mills
Tve Yrara
Ogilvie and
Western Canada
Maple Leaf
Lake of the Wooda
Peaker
Maple Lent Company
Nes
Canadians In Saar Vote Question in Parliament
Ottawa directs inquiry to the government about Canadians traveling to the Saar basin to vote in the plebiscite on the territory’s return to German control. J A Mercier asks whether government officials aided such voters and, if so, to name those helped and whether any steps will remove Uneir names from Canadian voter lists for voting abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Canada
Saar
J. A. Mercier Liberal
Laurier- Outremonts
Caribou Migration Counts Rush Across Northern Trails
The report describes caribou migrating south toward wintering grounds over three weeks. An observer notes about 6 000 animals pass daily along seven trails near a cabin, with scarce bars this year and skins of poorer grade than usual due to fire-related scarcity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmonton
Frank Contbear
Wight
Mick Fire
Peculiar crate from Cleveland furniture gifts to Diesne quintuplets
A misread crate entered through customs drew attention as it reportedly held five high chairs with gadgets for lifting and reclining described as a unique "sitting room" set. The item, linked to Cleveland furniture, is said to have been sent as a gift to the Diesne quintuplets in Callander.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fon Erie
C. Sada
Cleveland Furniture
Callander
Anglo Irish trade pact to boost coal and cattle imports
Britain to raise coal exports to the Irish Free State by over 1 million tons under a gentlemen's agreement while Ireland increases cattle imports by about 150 000 head. The deal ends Irish coal imports from Germany and Poland as Free State contracts expire. Coal regions include South Wales, Lancashire and southwest Scotland. trade avoids land annuities duties and Britain gains cattle exemptions from Irish duties.
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London
Germany
Poland
Free State
South Wales
Lancashire
Scotland
Britain
Child Smothered By Snow In Riviere Du Loup Tragedy
In Riviere du Loup Laval Lapointe aged 11 died after an indoor snow fort tunnel collapsed trapping him and his brother Jean Charles age 13. Jean Charles was pulled free hours later but suffered severe frostbite. Authorities report a fatal cold claim and a near miss for the sibling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riviere du Loup
Canada
Laval Lapointe
Jean Charles
Alfred Lapointe
Laval
Winnipeg Labor Council Takes Control Of City Posts
In Winnipeg 1935 the dominant Labor group seized key city administration seats. Mayor John Queen leads the council, with Labor representatives directing finances improvement health and utilities. The November elections left Labor and Communist candidates at nine of eighteen council seats, signaling pro labor policy and voter influence.
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Winnipeg
John Queen
Aml
Coun
Labor
Ini
Aviator Wiley Post Plans LA to New York Stratosphere Flight
aviator Wiley Post announced a three week plan to fly the Winnie Mae from Los Angeles to New York through the stratosphere using an advanced oxygen suit. He aims to reach about 30 000 feet or higher, expecting an eight hour journey, to test his protected gear against extreme cold and atmospheric conditions.
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Los Angeles
Wiley Post
New York
Levee At Ottawa Draws Hundreds At Hall Of Fame
Ottawa crowds attend the New Year levee hosted by Governor General Earl of Bessborough in the Hall of Fame at Parliament Buildings. This fourth reception since his arrival in April 1931 marks royal representation for King George.
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Ottawa
Parliament
Earl of Bessborough
George
Day Of Prayer Proclaimed In Vancouver
Vancouver Mayor G G McGeer proclaimed Sunday January 6 a day of service humility and prayer inviting aldermen department heads legislators judges and all in authority and loyal citizens to attend worship and unite in asking pardon for the land’s troubles and moral decline as a sign of remembrance of God.
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Vancouver
G. G. McGeer
Year 1934 Seen As Steady Progress For Canada Economy
The Montreal Gazette notes 1934 as a year of definite progress in Canada’s economy with higher exports of newsprint pig iron steel and an uptick in revenue freight on railways. Despite uneven gains officials foresee slow rebuilding rather than a boom with wheat minerals lumber and bacon improving alongside imperial trade accords. J Hungerford CN Railways reports about a $16 million rise in gross revenues amid broader rise in manufactured goods movement.
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Montreal
Canada
Hfe
Montreal Gazette
Commercial and Financial Review
Paul Bilkey
E. W. Beatty
K.C
Canadian Pacific Railway
Hig Vrew
Beatty
J. Hungerford
Canadian National Railways
Yeggmen Blow Safe at Vancouver Jewelry Firm
Burglars rifled the Jacoby Bros. Ltd wholesale jewelers safe overnight and stole about 12000 dollars worth of jewelry. The loss is covered by insurance. Entry was gained by blowing off the dial. another office safe with similar valuables resisted.
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Vancouver
Jacoby Bros., Ltd
New Rule For Convicts In Canadian Penitentiaries
Convicts in Canadian penitentiaries will receive a money payment for labor starting with the new year. Brig Gen D M Ormond announced on authority of Minister of Justice Hugh Guthrie that workers earn five cents a day, contingent on conduct and no punishments. Additional five cents per day for remission beyond 72 days, with six days monthly for good conduct up to 72 days and ten days monthly thereafter. a 100 day remission advances release accordingly.
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Ottawa
Canadian Penitentiaries
D. M. Ormond
Income Tax Payments Up Substantial Increase Over Last Year
Ottawa reports nine months of the current fiscal year ending December 31 show income tax collections at 54,720,648, up from 54,511,087 a year ago, a net rise of 209,561. Toronto led with 16,898,168 and district totals include Vancouver 3,797,797, Halifax 893,182, Winnipeg 1,075,786, Kingston 159,161, and Fumington 338,349.
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Ottawa
R. C. Matthews
Toronto
Vancouver
Charlottetown
Halifax
Winnipeg
Kingston
Fuminoton
Three New Titles for Prince of Wales in New Year Honors
London reports that the king has awarded the Prince of Wales three new titles in the New Year honors. He was made admiral, general, and marshal of the Royal Air Force, reflecting broad military recognition for his royal duties.
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London
Prince of Wales
Royal Air Force
Riots Roil Saar Territory As New Year Opens
Turbulent opening of the New Year in Saar Territory sees Nazis and anti Nazis clash. The League of Nations commission acts to curb demonstrations while police report 60 to 100 injured, two dead pending confirmation, and 50 arrests rumored amid arrivals from abroad for the plebiscite set for January 13.
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Saarbruecken
Saar Harin
Saar
League of Nations Governing Commission
Wote
Sanar
Chile
Bennett Calls For Broad Reforms To Aid Recovery
Ottawa reports Prime Minister R B Bennett launches 1935 campaign with a program of reform to end laissez faire and expand state intervention. He urges voters to test and support reforms, claiming recovery depends on government action and warning he will step down if public support fades. Target date for election unsettled, with plans to outline reforms in coming addresses.
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Ottawa
R. B. Bennett
Bennett
Canada
Alberta House Opening Date Set For Legislative Session
Edmonton reports that on February 7 the Alberta legislature will begin a session seen as highly important. An election is expected in June and a taxation inquiry report will be presented. Debates likely include Debt Adjustment Act revision to broaden provincial and federal debt powers and redistribution of constituencies.
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Edmonton
Alberta
Taxation Inquiry Commission
Opposition to St Lawrence plan outlined by railway workers
The joint legislative committee of railway transportation branches presented proposals to Prime Minister Bennett opposing the St Lawrence deep waterways scheme. They supported relief measures, a broad national unemployment insurance act, and social legislation while seeking limits on senate vetoes and expanded federal powers for general welfare. They urged compensation for displaced employees and increased federal funding for level crossing elimination.
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Ottawa
St. Lawrence Deep
R. B. Bennett
Railway Transportation Brotherhoods
Senate
Commons
Canada
Federal Treasury
Pilot Warns Of Fire In Kent County Village
An unidentified aeroplane pilot flying low over Clearville Ont rescued residents and drew attention to a fire in Kent county. Marley Shields, store owner, woke to help others but the shop burned. volunteers and firefighters eventually saved nearby property.
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Unitatio
Clearville
Kent County
Marley Shields
Youngest Canadian Air Pilot Claims Record Flights
A Brantford Ontario child James Harailton described as Canada second youngest aeroplane pilot reportedly reached 2000 feet and landed accurately. Vancouver youth Neher Carn allain also seeks official status as a pilot despite age.
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Brantford
James Harailton
Toeveareuld
Giate Strudent
Canada
Ferenity
Vancouver
Parcel out carried by airy in England last year
Seventy seven tons of parcel out were carried by air in England during the last year, reflecting a notable level of mail and cargo flow. The data highlight postal and logistics activity across major routes and hubs.
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Airy
England
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Day of Prayer
McGeer
Helen Kinnear
Port Colborne
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Alberta House
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