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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
7
London reports that labor circles oppose the King's visit to the Czar though the Anglo French Russian alliance is not formed. A memorial by 55 MPs plus Irish members questions the trip but risks harming diplomatic continuity and international public opinion while Russian liberal journals welcome British parliamentary support.
In Stanley near Prince Albert a Church of England building serves as a Cree Indian congregation. About 300 worshippers attend weekly with services in the Cree language. Erected in 1661 under Rev Robt Hull, funded by Mrs Hunt, it features stained glass from England and a distinctive sun dial. Lumber came up the Churchill River by boat. ship carpenters wintered at Stanley to complete interior fittings. The church and its sun dial stand as a beacon for travelers in the far north.
The Lancet cites Finnish doctor Granholm linking women’s suffrage to rising mental illness. He studied Finland where women vote and serve in parliament, noting increased insanity in Varme municipalities amid emancipation and female teachers, with 29 cases in 1900 rising to higher figures.
Commissioner King proposed that Vancouver city collect and pay for firearms held by Orientals after a riot. He argued it would serve the public interest and prevent further confiscations. A Chinese witness offered to sell his firearms to the city at a discount.
Edmonton notes a Strathcona board of trade meeting agreeing to celebrate Alberta university’s fall opening. About 400 graduates plus Montreal visitors expected. proposal includes a city holiday and an evening banquet. A four member committee will seek city officials to secure grants for the celebration.
Chief Capilano leading twenty five BC Indian reserves leaders in Ottawa on a mission to settle differences with the Interior department. The party includes Simon Pierre John Tsime la nough Charleya and Bazil Bonaharte. They plan interviews with the minister and stay through next week.
In Lyons the anti alcohol congress closed without backing the vigorous American prohibition movement. Delegates rejected resolutions on the topic, instead opting to fund and promote abstinence education for youth using instructional materials and displays.
Lord Chief Justice Alverst on the week noted a flaw in the new Criminal Trial Court. The court cannot order a new trial even when a miscarriage of justice occurs. The manslaughter case involved cruelty acts 15 months before the child’s death and inadmissible evidence led to quashing the conviction.
In Ottawa the Manitoba grain act amendment was reviewed in committee. Senator Davis gave notice of an amendment barring use of any car that is not cleaned and fit to hold grain before assigning to a farmer. Sir Richard Cartwright suggested leaving the matter to the railway commissioners as they have authority to act. Progress reported.
The Daily Mail notes Australian enthusiasm for the United States fleet arrival and urges a colonial tour that will include a trip to Quebec in July. It argues the Indomitable would demonstrate to Canadians that the British navy possesses finer warships than those flying the U S flag.
New York physician Dr. Finley R. Cook announces a new x ray based approach that he says can overcome blindness and regenerate eyes. He has not yet presented formal findings but plans a full report when medical meetings resume in the fall.
Letters from Harbin report a serious boycott on Japanese goods in Manchuria with major Chinese merchants participating. Russian residents are alarmed by Chinese domestic workers' actions, recalling a similar movement before the Boxer rising.
Composite commentary outlines John chapters on Jesus as shepherd owner and guardian, Lazarus rising, Bethany moments, and humility through Jesus acts. It links Golden Texts to themes of love, resurrection, Spirit mission, and faith in Christ’s ongoing presence.
Ottawa enforces restrictive immigration measures to curb labor market influx. London central association for the unemployed criticizes Canada’s deportation of emigrants, noting a stonemason class denial and potential reduction in emigration work this year. Only 130 people sent out versus 3 last year.
After President Fallieres visit to England rumors swirl about a Britain France military alliance with Russia as a potential partner. King Edward and the British government are said to favor closer ties, but opposition fears higher military costs and possible conscription and entanglement in continental quarrels. The press and public largely favor maintaining the entente with France.
In St Petersburg a national defence committee approves a set of interrelated criticisms of the minister of marine for disorganization and alleged negligence. Resolutions condemn the ministry and seek swift reforms, centering on the purchase of ten gasoline torpedo boats from Lewis Nixon of New York deemed unfit for combat.
London details penny postage between America and Great Britain to begin in October. The rate matches the Britain colonies rate at one penny per ounce. Postmaster General Buxton spoke in Parliament, predicting a boost to trade and good relations, drawing hearty cheers.
Senator T O Davis gives notice of amending the Manitoba Grain Act to hold grain cars in Winnipeg for twenty four hours to take samples, aiming to establish a sample grain market or order point.
Melbourne reports Australia will spend £1,960,000 yearly on old age pensions. The plan provides ten shillings a week to residents aged over 65 with twenty years' residence.
The unarmored cruiser Boadicea was launched at Pembroke Dockyard by Lady Kensington. Laid down July 1, 1907, she is larger than scouts and serves as a potential mother ship for torpedo destroyers. Equipped with six 4 inch guns and turbines of 18,000 hp, she may reach 25 knots with a 450 ton fuel load at £333,067.
The article notes calls from Suffragettes to pause suffrage work for prison reform. Debates in Parliament discuss appointing women to boards and providing better fitting garb. The Home Secretary opposes making prison life more attractive and disputes unsanitary Holloway claims.
The British punitive expedition against the Mohmand tribesmen ends as Major-General Willcocks prepares to return to Indian territory and demobilize. The swift collapse is credited to Viceroy Lord Minto and political management. British losses totaled six officers and nine other ranks killed with cholera causing nearly half the deaths.
In London the American beef trust and its alleged grip on Britain's meat market were raised in a brief Commons debate. Charles W. Bowerman urged Winston Churchill, president of the board of trade, to emulate the American Congress in addressing the price increases.
A Brantford township deputation urged the council to maintain the Tutela Heights Prof. Bell homestead as a public park if purchased. The council refused, deeming it unsuitable. The $40,000 raised will fund a city monument instead.
The Financial News appraises Canadian finances as sound, noting criticisms of railway financing but attributing attacks on financial controllers to what it calls the curse of Dominion politics.
In committee of supply Hon. Wm. Paterson said customs officers will no longer receive a percentage on seizures due to irregularities such as under-valuation. Officers will get an advanced salary as compensation. The old percentage rule remains in force in certain seizure cases.
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