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- The Music of the PeopleGibbon, J. Murray, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 31 Oct 1929, 278-288 The speaker was assisted by Miss Mary Frances James, Soprano; Mr. Herbert Hewitson, Tenor; and Mr. Harold Eustace Key, Pianist. Mr. Hewitson begins with a solo. A discussion of folksong. Folk music in Toronto, with examples. Folktunes which familiar to the audience. Hymns that are folktunes, with illustrative examples. The …Gibbon, J. Murray, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 31 Oct 1929, 278-288 The speaker was assisted by Miss Mary Frances James, Soprano; Mr. Herbert Hewitson, Tenor; and Mr. Harold Eustace Key, Pianist. Mr. Hewitson begins with a solo. A discussion of folksong. …Empire Club of Canada
- Some Disruptive Influences in the British CommonwealthWaugh, Professor W.T., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 28 Nov 1929, 324-335 No appreciable change for the better in the relations between the component parts of the British Commonwealth in the three years since the speaker last addressed The Empire Club. Some of the dangers, some of the disruptive influences which it seems to the speaker are affecting the Commonwealth. A very …Waugh, Professor W.T., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 28 Nov 1929, 324-335 No appreciable change for the better in the relations between the component parts of the British Commonwealth in the three years since the speaker last addressed The Empire Club. Some …Empire Club of Canada
- The City Planning ProjectHarris, R.C., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 19 Dec 1929, 336-349 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and the Toronto Board of Trade. Information relative to the proposed City Improvement Plan for Toronto. Features of the Advisory City Planning Reform as reported upon by the heads of the departments to the City Council, and now before the electors. …Harris, R.C., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 19 Dec 1929, 336-349 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and the Toronto Board of Trade. Information relative to the proposed City Improvement Plan for Toronto. Features of the Advisory City …Empire Club of Canada
- A Musical DayHobbes, G., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 18 Apr 1929, p. 167 The affectionate regard of the whole Company for Canada as a whole and Toronto in particular. The value to practical imperialism of the interchange of visits between musically minded folk from one part of the Empire to the other. A musical programme then took place, with many pieces from the …Hobbes, G., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 18 Apr 1929, p. 167 The affectionate regard of the whole Company for Canada as a whole and Toronto in particular. The value to practical imperialism of the interchange of visits between musically minded folk …Empire Club of Canada
- Britain's Part in International AffairsCurtis, Lionel, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 23 Sep 1929, 220-233 The background of the Pacific Conference, and how it came about that the speaker and other members of the Conference are on their way there. The Conference origins in 1925 in Honolulu and following history. The Peace Conference of 1919 in Paris. The necessity of getting a history of the …Curtis, Lionel, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 23 Sep 1929, 220-233 The background of the Pacific Conference, and how it came about that the speaker and other members of the Conference are on their way there. The Conference origins in 1925 …Empire Club of Canada
- The Imperial Significance of GamesSclater, Reverend Dr. J.R.P., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 28 Mar 1929, 133-148 Some personal background of the speaker. Interest in games and anxiety concerning the sporting spirit very deep-seated, and inherent in human nature; something which can be used in the spiritual realm for the binding and gathering together of people of different climes and different outlooks. Three great political problems which …Sclater, Reverend Dr. J.R.P., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 28 Mar 1929, 133-148 Some personal background of the speaker. Interest in games and anxiety concerning the sporting spirit very deep-seated, and inherent in human nature; something which can be used in the spiritual …Empire Club of Canada
- Nationalism, Its Values and Its EvilsGower-Rees, Rev. Canon A.P., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 24 Oct 1929, 271-277 Conditions necessary for world peace. What is meant by the term Nationalism. Examples of the difficulty of defining a term: a look at the terms "civilisation," "patriotism," and "nation." A look into the past and the way in which nationality emerged in the earlier centuries of the Christian era. National …Gower-Rees, Rev. Canon A.P., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 24 Oct 1929, 271-277 Conditions necessary for world peace. What is meant by the term Nationalism. Examples of the difficulty of defining a term: a look at the terms "civilisation," "patriotism," and "nation." A …Empire Club of Canada
- British Trade Relations with Canada - A Synopsis of An Address by Sir Robert DonaldDonald, Sir Robert, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 9 May 1929, 200-202 Sir Robert's opinion that there was little chance of British industry reconquering the markets of Continental Europe. A break to be made with Great Britain's fiscal traditions. The need to get into closer relations with the Dominions. Tariffs in Europe. The Continent of Europe as a collection of armed citadels …Donald, Sir Robert, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 9 May 1929, 200-202 Sir Robert's opinion that there was little chance of British industry reconquering the markets of Continental Europe. A break to be made with Great Britain's fiscal traditions. The need to …Empire Club of Canada
- Palestine, Today and TomorrowCody, Honourable and Reverend Canon H.J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 3 Oct 1929, 234-246 Some impressions from the speaker's visit to Palestine. The sacred associations of Palestine to the Hebrew, the Christian and to the Mussulman. The vital importance of Palestine to the British Empire, to Europe and to world peace in general. A brief description and history of Palestine. Palestine's difficult agricultural conditions; …Cody, Honourable and Reverend Canon H.J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 3 Oct 1929, 234-246 Some impressions from the speaker's visit to Palestine. The sacred associations of Palestine to the Hebrew, the Christian and to the Mussulman. The vital importance of Palestine to the British …Empire Club of Canada
- Problems of The Canadian National RailwaysThornton, Sir Henry W., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 10 Oct 1929, 247-257 Compliments paid to the Right Honourable Mr. Arthur Meighen and Sir Thomas White, who were materially concerned in the birth of the Canadian National Railway. Disabusing the public mind of a statement which recently appeared in one of the financial papers with regard to the Canadian National Railway (CNR). The …Thornton, Sir Henry W., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 10 Oct 1929, 247-257 Compliments paid to the Right Honourable Mr. Arthur Meighen and Sir Thomas White, who were materially concerned in the birth of the Canadian National Railway. Disabusing the public mind of …Empire Club of Canada
- Out Of My LifeAlexander, His Imperial Highness, the Grand Duke of Russia, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 18 Oct 1929, 258-270 Personal background and history of the speaker. His life under three emperors. A review of historical events witnessed or experienced by the speaker, with commentary. Spiritual reform.Alexander, His Imperial Highness, the Grand Duke of Russia, The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 18 Oct 1929, 258-270 Personal background and history of the speaker. His life under three emperors. A review of historical events witnessed or experienced by the speaker, with commentary. Spiritual reform.Empire Club of Canada
- Canada's New Northwest DevelopmentDafoe, John W., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 21 Nov 1929, 313-323 The importance of transportation as an effecting factor in history, and in the history of Canada's national development. Instances of illustration. The relationship of Western Canada and the northern wilderness being profoundly modified by new developments in transportation which are not only in prospect but in some respects already in …Dafoe, John W., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 21 Nov 1929, 313-323 The importance of transportation as an effecting factor in history, and in the history of Canada's national development. Instances of illustration. The relationship of Western Canada and the northern wilderness …Empire Club of Canada
- Pending Developments in the Constitution of the British EmpireCahan, C.H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 17 Jan 1929, 1-19 The speaker begins by indicating exactly what he will cover: A brief survey of the development and application of the principle of Dominion self-government in respect of our domestic affairs; an indication to what extent each Dominion has already assumed the direction and control of all those external affairs which …Cahan, C.H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 17 Jan 1929, 1-19 The speaker begins by indicating exactly what he will cover: A brief survey of the development and application of the principle of Dominion self-government in respect of our domestic affairs; …Empire Club of Canada
- The British Empire and World HealthVincent, Dr. George E., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 7 Feb 1929, 53-61 Work of the Rockefeller Foundation. A description of some of the Rockefeller groups and members. The Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research. Why the Rockefeller Foundation is engaged in work in the British Empire. Interest in public health and the advancement of knowledge and research. Ways in which the British Empire …Vincent, Dr. George E., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 7 Feb 1929, 53-61 Work of the Rockefeller Foundation. A description of some of the Rockefeller groups and members. The Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research. Why the Rockefeller Foundation is engaged in work in …Empire Club of Canada
- AustraliaSimons, Major J.J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 15 Apr 1929, 160-166 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club. A gathering of "our boys" from nearly 70 schools throughout the Commonwealth, and four schools in the Dominion of New Zealand: an outward sign of the unity and consciousness of brotherhood which is existing between the three …Simons, Major J.J., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 15 Apr 1929, 160-166 A joint meeting of The Empire Club of Canada and The Canadian Club. A gathering of "our boys" from nearly 70 schools throughout the Commonwealth, and four schools in the …Empire Club of Canada
- Young Ambassadors of EmpireWigle, Colonel E.S., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 7 Nov 1929, 289-300 Some thoughts with regard to the Empire. The natural resources and the heritage which we have in Canada. The association of the two names Canada and Empire. The issue of Canada's flag. Discussion surrounding an Anglo-American pact in regard to the peace and happiness of the world. Some words from …Wigle, Colonel E.S., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 7 Nov 1929, 289-300 Some thoughts with regard to the Empire. The natural resources and the heritage which we have in Canada. The association of the two names Canada and Empire. The issue of …Empire Club of Canada
- Palestine TodayKisch, Colonel Frederick H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 19 Mar 1929, 124-132 The speaker no longer in the British service, but in Palestine as a Jew engaged in the task of establishing the Jewish National Home in Palestine, under the auspices of the British Mandate. Some highlights of Palestine today, and some indication of how the finished picture will be if hopes …Kisch, Colonel Frederick H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 19 Mar 1929, 124-132 The speaker no longer in the British service, but in Palestine as a Jew engaged in the task of establishing the Jewish National Home in Palestine, under the auspices of …Empire Club of Canada
- The Development of Aviation Within the EmpireMcBrien, Major General J.H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 14 Mar 1929, 111-123 The flying age. Some of the salient features of the development of aviation in the British Empire. Acceleration of business due to acceleration of travel. The dependency of our economic and political growth upon transportation. The development of aviation in general. A definition of commercial aviation. The value of a …McBrien, Major General J.H., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 14 Mar 1929, 111-123 The flying age. Some of the salient features of the development of aviation in the British Empire. Acceleration of business due to acceleration of travel. The dependency of our economic …Empire Club of Canada
- The Great RemembranceOsborne, Col. Henry C., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 14 Feb 1929, 62-77 An account of the accomplishments of the British Empire in commemoration of the glorious deeds of our people and of those who passed out of sight of men by the way of duty and self-sacrifice. Appreciating the magnitude of the Great War in relation to other conflicts of a similar …Osborne, Col. Henry C., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 14 Feb 1929, 62-77 An account of the accomplishments of the British Empire in commemoration of the glorious deeds of our people and of those who passed out of sight of men by the …Empire Club of Canada
- Canada's Land and Air ForcesMcNaughton, Major-General A.G.L., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 2 May 1929, 189-199 The part that the Canadian Militia and the Canadian Air Force are playing and will play in the future, in the development of Canada's national life. Some background to the current situation. The lack of development of our armed forces since the armistice. Efforts focused on the League of Nations …McNaughton, Major-General A.G.L., The Empire Club of Canada Addresses (Toronto, Canada: The Empire Club of Canada, 1930), 2 May 1929, 189-199 The part that the Canadian Militia and the Canadian Air Force are playing and will play in the future, in the development of Canada's national life. Some background to the …Empire Club of Canada