Saskatchewan Professor Finds Key West History Manuscripts
Prof Oliver of Saskatchewan University uncovers Manitoba Assiniboia council records and other archives in Ottawa, proposing blue book publication. Dr Roche supports preserving early western documents, including carved bone tools and Arctic musk oxen relics, to shed new light on western Canadian history.
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Sliver
Saskatchewan University
West
Ottawa
Oliver
Assiniboia Council of
Manitoba
Roche
Canada
Doughty
Oliver Oliver
Martin, University
R. E. Geonet
British Columbia
England
America
General Booths Health Failing After Cataract Operation
General William Booth commander in chief of the Salvation Army is described as totally blind and worse after an eye operation on 1 May. Bramwell Booth, chief of staff, quotes in War Cry that the general’s health has not improved and his sleep is unsettled. He asks supporters to pray for him.
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London
William Booth
Salvation Army
Bramwell Booth
Early Wheat Shapes Well Winnipeg
John Knox a major Greenridge Manitoba grain grower shipped a sack of Red Fyfe wheat for Toronto Exhibition. Cut August 4 the grain grades No 1 Northern with large plump berries and bright color. Harvesting has run about a week with 75 to 100 acres cut and yields described as very fine and abundant in the Greenridge district.
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Winnipeg
John Knox
Greenridge
Man
C.N.R
Toronto
Ontario Girls Seek Westward Marriages to Toronto Brides
Eighteen Ontario brides left Union Station this week for Western Canada aboard the Grand Trunk. A. and Duff, district passenger agent, says this is the first of several such parties with many Ontario girls eager to take a chance in the matrimonial market. He expects to have sixty nine in the next party.
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Ontario
Toronto
Union Station
Western Canada
A. &. Duff
Tully
Calgary Firm Net $109000 for Young Painter
A brief Calgary report notes Alex McLaren, a young worker, has earned a substantial sum through a local firm. The feature highlights his early success in a field tied to Calgary’s industrial scene and hints at a rising reputation.
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Calgary
Alex. McLaren
Battleship Plan Clearing Senate Vote After Deadlock
After a long debate a 95 to 11 vote pushed the recession resolution forward in the Senate. Leaders expect agreement on one battleship ending the naval bill deadlock. House support remains tepid but allies of the navy hope for greater strength when combined with Republican friends. The effort aims to authorize a large and formidable warship.
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Washtigtar
Cauras
Senate
House
Fast Atlantic Service Promised by Cabinet
Ottawa eyes early action on a proposed fast Halifax to Black Sods Bay Atlantic service. Premier Borden, returning from London, may review renewed offers from the syndicate led by Sir Thomas Trowbridge. Promoters seek government aid and pledge readiness to start now as debated in cabinet this fall.
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Ottawa
Atlantic
Rt. R. L. Borden
London
England
Borden
Thomas Trowbridge
Halifax
Blacksod Bay
Deakin seeks Panama Canal exemption stance in Parliament
Melbourne reports Alfred Deakin, opposition leader, asked the premier in the House of Representatives if he would announce plans to exempt American coastwise shipping from Panama Canal tolls. Premier Fisher regretted the U S decision and said he had written to the Americans hoping for a satisfactory settlement.
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Melbourne
Australia
Alfred Deakin
Premsher
House of Representatives
Panama Canal
Fisher
Edmonton Winnipeg Canal Development Plans
Official circles report Engineer Voligny of the Public Works Department is preparing a fiscal report on the proposed six foot barge canal from Edmonton to Winnipeg. An early autumn cost estimate will be presented to the Government, with a vote likely next session for preliminary work. The canal is expected to cost several millions, but power development along the route could reduce the expense.
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Ottawa
Voligny
Department of Public Works
Edmonton
Winnipeg
Navy funds urged beyond party lines say Canada can help
London reports F E Smith MP argues the navy requires adequate maintenance beyond party disputes. He notes Canada is wealthy and willing to fund necessary naval strengths, seeing a potential shift as Canada steps in to help restore the maritime balance of the Old World.
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London
F. E. Smith
K.C
M.P
Walton
Liverpool
Canada
Lord Sackville Visits Canada on a Hunting Trip
Lord Sackville of Seven Oaks England visits Ottawa as a guest at Chateau Laurier. He tours the country for recreation, plans hunting and fishing, and speaks on politics. The Conservative peer opposes Irish Home Rule and favors a large navy. He supports a Canadian naval contribution and Lloyd George insurance bill, while noting its popularity remains limited.
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Ottawa
Lord Sackville
Seven Oaks
England
House of Lords
Chateau Laurier
Rman
Lloyd George
Rogers Abandons London Visit Plan
Hon. Robert Rogers, returned to Ottawa from Winnipeg, says he will not make his visit to England this year owing to circumstances.
Irish Population Decline Report Shows Slow Fall 1901 to 1911
The Registrar General for Ireland notes a 1.2 percent population decline from 1901 to 1911, versus 6.2 percent in the prior decade. Emigration grants for 1911 run 4,000 below the decade average.
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London
Registrar General For
Ireland
Home Rule Troubles Draw Churchill Attacks
The Dundee Advertiser hints Britain might act if Ulster unrest rises, naming A Bonar Law and Sir Edward Carson as drivers of a pro Ulster movement. Churchill renewed his charge that Conservatives incite revolt, urging restraint and warning of legal consequences for treason. Sir William F. Byles backs indictments against Bonar Law.
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Eoward Carson
London
Dundee Advertiser
A. Bonar Law
Edward B. Carson
Frederick E. Smith
Parnell
Kilmainham
Advertiser
Winston Cherrin
Churchill
Ulster
Sir Edward Carson
Sir Edward
Bonar Law
Charchill
Dundee
Wiliam F. Byles
Salford
Attorney-General
Winnipeg Market Report Shows Wheat Prices Sliding
Wheat futures declined 2 to 3 cents with September and October deliveries lower. Canadian crop prospects show a moderate to below last year, with Manitoba and Saskatchewan harvests delayed by weather. Cash demand remains steady for top grades while lower grades see limited inquiries. Prices in Fort William and Port Arthur track lower for the week with October futures at 91.5 cents.
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Winnipeg
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
United Kingdom
France
United States
North America
Europe
Minneapolis
Chicago
Fort William
Port Arthur
N.W
Hounded Out of Army London Case Of Lieut Sutor
The case of Lieut Allen Sutor who got twenty one days for throwing a stone at a police station is cited by radical papers as proof of retaliation against critics of England’s upper class. Sutor, expelled from the army two years ago for publishing a book about pink tea leadership, is described as poor and driven from every job, nearing starvation. He threw the stone to draw attention to his plight.
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London
Allen Sutor
England
Sutor
Italy Poised to Lead With Motor Driven Warships
London correspondent of the Daily Telegraph reports Italy appears set to be the first power to deploy motor driven warships, signaling a new era in naval technology and strategy.
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London
Copenhagen
Daily Telegraph
Italy
Trade With New Zealand Through Imperial Channels
A Canadian trade report notes reciprocal tariffs and transport links with New Zealand. It highlights demand for high class dairy cattle, limited 1910 cattle imports mainly from Ontario, and modest boots and shoes exports in 1911–12. Timber, iron fittings, nails and wire potential, butter exports rising, and a wave of Canadians settling in New Zealand.
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New Zealand
Ontario
Canada
British Columbia
Cadets Welcome Tourists Improve Relations In Melbourne
Canadian cadets arrive in Melbourne to a warm welcome as Melbourne residents cover all expenses. Sydney reception caused public regret and anger, but Melbourne efforts restore goodwill with generous hospitality and strong public interest in the Cadets' visit.
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Melbourne
Australia
Victoria
Sydney
Mounted Police Recruitment Trip Brings 30 Recruits to Canada
Montreal reports Inspector C H West of the North West Mounted Police returned from England on holiday leave and recruited 30 men to join the force in Canada. Many applicants had regular army backgrounds and some carried discharges to facilitate their move to Regina.
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Montreal
C. H. West
North West Mounted Police
England
German Trade Mission Arrives in Montreal Aims to Boost Canada Germany Ties
Dr Hans Hammann secretary of the German-Canada Economics Association arrives in Montreal on a mission to foster trade between Canada and Germany. He plans visits to Ottawa Toronto and western cities to meet German business leaders and form a Canadian counterpart to keep the German parent informed of opportunities and developments.
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Montresl
Hans Hammann
German-Canada Economics Association
Canada
Germany
Montreal
Ottawa
Toronto
Shortage of 2000 CPR Laborers Hits Montreal Construction
Montreal reports a deficit of at least 2000 railway workers across the CPR system with no near relief. Mr Bailey, CPR's Montreal employment agent, visited Ottawa to consult the immigration commissioner but returned with scant hope. Wages from 1.90 to 2.25 a day are offered as construction work. The decline in immigration is blamed on policies in several European countries.
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Montreal
C.P.R
Bailey
Ottawa
Campaign Against Anti British Literature in Cairo
Egyptian police launched a crackdown on anti British publications. Native printing houses newspaper offices and bookshops were placed under surveillance amid evidence from a recent court case.
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Egypt
Cairo
Tenders Called for Hudson Bay Section Up to Tidewater
Tenders were issued for the first section of the Hudson Bay route to Tidewater with a submission deadline of September 12.
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Ottawa
Hudson Bay Ee
Tidewater
Reading from Isaiah Stirs Nazareth Crowd in Luke Lesson
A Sunday School lesson notes Jesus reading from Isaiah in Nazareth, proclaiming this day’s scripture fulfilled, and the crowd’s mixed reaction as they question His origins. It contrasts faith with skepticism and recalls prior miracles at Capernaum and the hardship of unbelief.
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Verces
DO. M. Stearns
Canan
Samaria
Nazareth
Mary
James
Jose
Juda
Simon
Lake
Matthew
Mark
Toether
House of God
Isaiah
John
Adam
Israel
Syria
Ottawa Preparations for Premier Borden Homecoming
Preparations are underway for a large banquet in Ottawa to welcome Premier Borden on his return from England. The event signals a major political moment as supporters organize security and ceremonial details ahead of his arrival.
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Borden Ottawa
Borden
Ottawa
England
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