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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 05, 1907
Page
3
Ottawa reports a quarterly table of wage and hour changes across Canada for April to June. The increases, the most since 1903 aside from that year, affect about 104 wage hikes and 14,000 railway workers with other sectors adding thousands more.
Reports say Russia is shifting military dispositions in the Far East after the war. Harbin loses prominence as defenses move to Irkutsk and Chita with Vladivostok planned as a fortified hub, requiring a new railway to connect Chita to the Pacific port.
In London and the Transvaal critics attack Premier Bo tha’s plan to present the Cullinan diamond to King Edward. They cite the colony’s poor finances and argue the gift benefits Botha supporters and De Beers rivals, risking public expense for a patriotic gesture.
Reports from Casablanca say Mulai Hafin brother of the sultan has been chosen leader of anti French sentiment and proclaimed sultan. French officers fear an organized Moorish army demanding heavier action than protecting Casablanca. Sultan’s troops beat a native force, then pursued tribesmen burning and looting villages.
London reports indicate a general increase in freight and passenger rates for the Atlantic routes. An agreement among all lines is understood to have prompted the rise, affecting shipping and travel costs.
The empress dowager, now gravely ill, has dominated affairs by pitting ministers against each other. With Manchu and Mandarin animosity rising, Yuan Shi Kai and Chang Tu Tung face little hope of stabilizing Pekin authority. Even the Russian Japanese entente offers no lasting peace until order is restored in Beijing.
The president plans a strong recommendation in his annual message for federal power to investigate interstate train accidents. State practices vary with coroners inquests or railroad commissioners, and the Interstate Commerce Commission notes a grave need for protective legislation after eight years of reports showing 27 744 killed and 406 248 injured.
Washington reports on renewed instability between Nicaragua and Salvador with possible renewed attacks. Naval officers say the situation on the ground remains grave despite unofficial signals of calm. American commanders are instructed to report unusual happenings and protect U S interests.
John D Rockefeller plans to collect 73.90 from the United States for witness fees and mileage in the Judge Landis proceedings. The claim covers 1.50 per day for time and 72.40 for 724 miles at 10 cents per mile, with documents sent to Cleveland for Rockefeller’s signature.
The Hague committee drafting a permanent arbitration court hears Senor Barbosa of Brazil argue about unequal representation in Choate's plan. Baron Marschal von Bieberstein and others respond, urging acceptance of give and take for the scheme to likely succeed.
A scheme to lend the Salvation Army $50,000 to back their colonization program has General Booth’s approval and awaits Senator Cox’s ratification. Meanwhile Ontario moves to sell 230000 acres in Nipissing across ten townships at 25 cents per acre.
The article reflects on Israel's murmuring and unbelief, Moses and Miriam's roles, and the sending of spies into Canaan. It cites faith against fear, God’s guidance, and the consequence of unbelief, noting Caleb and Joshua’s stance and the forty years of wandering before entering the promised land.
A dated religious reflection cites Isaiah and Luke along with New Testament echoes. It notes the earth filled with the Lord's glory and Israel's forgiveness, suggesting teachability unlocks the plan of God. The piece uses the two men bearing grapes as a symbol of scripture's oneness across testaments.
The board of agriculture shows Britain’s annual foreign food bill rose from about 500000 in 1886 to 1 billion in 1906. Wheat per head rose from 146 to 239 pounds, butter 79 to 135, sugar 69 to 86, and meat from 20 to 47 pounds, indicating higher imports and living standards without reduced home meat supplies.
Denver archaeologist A J Flynn, vice-president of the Denver Archaeological Society, reports a six story cliff dwelling in southwest Colorado. The ruins are well preserved, the largest and most perfect yet found, with regularly cut stone blocks. Once shrubs are cleared, the front will reveal a view of the canyon.
Ottawa to receive tea inspectors appointed for ports including Quebec Winnipeg Hamilton Halifax and St Johns to be trained by R C Alton of the customs department on duties of tea testing for purity. Teas valued at 25 cents per pound and under at other ports will be tested by sample at Ottawa as before.
The Strand designs for Canada's new offices appear in papers. Illustrations present a handsome building that harmonizes with nearby structures. The frontage measures 416 feet with 176 feet on each side, and the eastern Aldwych site is allocated to Australia for a similar project, creating a grand row of buildings.
Paris correspondent for The Standard reports negotiations between France and Canada on the tariff are moving forward satisfactorily. France seeks changes to the intermediate tariff and is eager to secure an agreement, the first treaty Canada has proposed, amid sentiment for French Canadians.
The joint defence board outlines adding naval guns for coast defence. The plan notes a shortage of suitable high power coal defence type guns at required locations and calls for their deployment to bolster coastal fortifications.
Burlington Railroad company was found guilty of violating the eight hours law and fined 300 by Justice Crail. An appeal was taken. It marks the first conviction under the new law, which railroads say conflicts with federal statutes.
Three Japanese officers visit Constantinople to buy horses for the Mikado's army arriving from England and Hungary. Orders were placed from both nations and the main supply is expected in Turkey and Asia Minor.
Ottawa reports A. D. Davidson estimates the western wheat crop at 95 million bushels with Iberia and Saskatchewan above average.
Ottawa reports a rush of harvesters heading to the Northwest as CPR organizes large harvesting excursions. About 20,000 farm laborers are needed this summer, with many leaving from the Lower Provinces and Ontario. The crop size is expected to be similar to last year due to late cold season.
The tariff struggle sharpens as prices rise. Laborites mobilize local supporters to push for material reductions via special committees while four federal parties draft amendments. Lyne cites no new talks with Laurier on preferential relations since London. No definite offer yet.
Creswell reports Albertan cattle in splendid condition for the market. The movement has begun but most cattle will not be exported for a couple of months. This year’s shipments won’t be extensive though quality will be exceptionally good. Late spring heavy rains improved the range and allowed stock to recover from the severe winter.
Ottawa official William A. Burns arrives from Christchurch New Zealand to report that Canadian displays swept the four highest awards at the New Zealand International exhibition, signaling strong national results in the competitions.
In the House of Lords it was stated that many Scottish emigrants to Canada complain of unfulfilled promises of employment and wages. The complaints will be examined in a careful inquiry, though current results do not justify action against offenders.
Reports say two Swedes found a gold bearing rock vein 130 feet wide near Night Hawk Lake, west of Abitibi. They reportedly traced it two miles amid tales of great wealth.
The Mounted Police patrol boat Hudson's Bay Ottawa The Bowville will not be sent this year. Only one American whaler remains in the waters and he is a law abiding foreigner. Police at Fullerton and Churchill will travel overland.
Announcement that Miss Helen Botha daughter of Louis Botha premier of the Transvaal is betrothed to a member of the English bar who is practicing law in South Africa. The couple plans to unite in an engagement between London and South Africa.
The peace congress now meeting in The Hague has decided to use Hebrew as the official language for all future meetings and publications.
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