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Newspaper
Birtle Observer
Location
Birtle, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 29, 1887
Page
1
In the Birtle Observer from April 2 1887 a treatise on flying squirrels describes their gliding leaps from tall trees to forest ice and snow. It notes their nocturnal carnivorous diet mainly insects, their habit of storing goods in coats and drawers, and their nuisance to trappers and settlers in Ontario bush country.
A report covers Indian supervision, illicit liquor dealings near camps, and a court outcome in the Aylesworth case. It notes a Brandon jail sentence and Winnipeg court discharge over cost entry errors, plus broader Manitoba issues from rail and canal plans to timber, oil prospects, and regional politics.
In Plymstock Russell on the 20th inst the marriage took place by the Rev Mr Simp son of David M. Kimnaird and Henrietta Lucia Caws youngest daughter of Edwin W. Caws London England The ceremony joined two families in a quiet local event.
A special Silver Creek Council meeting at Silver Creek School House on April 21 addressed a $2,500 by law for a roller mill at Russell. The by law was rejected, and an amendment to seek Attorney General guidance on industrial aid outside the municipality was carried. Council adjourned.
Mr. Hamilton condemns the Opposition for weeks of plotting to sway supporters as the Lieutenant Governor enters the House. He notes the election contest allowed full airing of the issues among constituents and the country.
A new customs point in Birtle allows duties on goods and parcels from the United States to be collected locally. Previously, packages were held at Portage la Prairie until dues were paid. Officer in charge is Mr. H. Wood. A Secretary of State communication to Hon. Mr. Norquay confirms the Manitoba Central charter remains valid.
Beulah sees Isaac McDonald from Manitoba College become missionary for the summer under the Presbyterian church. A meeting debated forming a new Judicial District and resolved no change with Bran don. Gopher tails market exceeds six thousand last week. prices unchanged. Local visits include A Harris and Mrs Harris. Agassiz and McDonald preached. Frazer brothers visiting. Colds widespread. Forsyth and Dinsmore travel north. Queen's Birthday games planned by youths. Miniota Mutual Fire Insurance reports a $300 loss, first in over a year. Bond loses his dwelling.
Mr Hodnett of Birtle moderated a Tuesday meeting at Ginsearth Farm for Binsearth and Silver Creek congregations. The call to Rev John L Simpson was unanimous and will be offered for signing by attendees. G L Smellie sold high grade milch cows to nearby settlers and a show of seven stallions took place Friday while rheumatism remains prevalent locally.
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