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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 23, 1913
Page
4
A 19th century columnist urges revival and reorganization of the Board of Trade to advance the community. Citing past success of the Russell Board, the piece emphasizes unity with the municipal council and calls for early action to ensure future progress, while noting opinions on naval questions require a public vote.
Canadians and foreigners gain clarity on railway duties after a Ontario flag station passenger won 1500 damages for a cold caused by poor shelter. The ruling, upheld on appeal, pushes railways to provide proper shelter at boarding points and urges public awareness of transport responsibilities.
The Manitoba Grain Growers' Association at their Brandon meeting on Jan 6 passed a resolution opposing any public expenditure for naval armament. The movement argues war drains funds and harms peace, urging investment in arts of peace instead.
The United States exported eleven thousand miles of moving pictures in 1912, a figure that dwarfs other media. The film industry ships far more at home than abroad, and its growth outpaces many industries as towns embrace cinema. Edison has talking pictures, and future tech may flash scenes globally, enabling distant conversation.
The Saskatchewan legislature approves a bill to limit motion picture shows to one per 5 000 residents in cities and towns and to raise the license fee from 20 to 300 dollars. Damages awarded to Miss Louise Collard of Nanton Alberta in a suit involving Lord Charles Beresford influence. A measure to incorporate direct legislation in the system of government will be sent to electors.
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