Rebellion debates and prairie life in Manitoba notes
The article contrasts Reformers and Conservatives over the rebellion and federal policy, cites unrest linked to land titles and half breeds, and condemns Indian cruelty. It details Manitoba farming progress, Kerr settlement, cattle and sheep farming, and prospects for reindeer and moccasin leather production as a future resource.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
West
Farmers’ Union
Canada
Dominion
Blake
Geo. Brown
Mackenzie
Globe
Through the Arrow River Prairie Settlements Journey
A three day drive through Arrow River Oak River Shoal Lake and Oakburn reveals Manitoba’s prairie allure. Green fields rich with moisture and budding wildflowers accompany thriving farms like Mr Elliott’s near the river. Shoebootham’s Manitoba settlement story shows a community building prosperity amid expanding cultivation and well managed homesteads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arrow River
Oak River
Shoal Lake
Oakburn
Manitoba
Elliott
Shoebootham
St. Marys
Ont
Shoebotham
Northwest climate and buffalo supply call for tame herd plan
The article argues the Northwest needs a large, warm clothing supply as buffalo robes vanish. It advocates breeding tame buffaloes, cites crossbreeding with domestic cattle, and suggests Russian sheep skins as a durable substitute, with Mennonites already possessing many wraps. It urges ministerial action to encourage buffalo domestication and crossbreeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Lake Superior
Hudson Bay
Northwest
Bedson
Stony Mountain
Minister of Agriculture
Russia
Oak River Council Holds May Meeting and By-law Actions
Oak River Municipal Council meets at Me Win Pedlaw residence resolves into Court of Revision. Appeals on assessments for Rob't Squire J A Handle and W T P Parrish. motions to instruct clerk on equal land valuations and to add Wm Grey to the assessment roll. By-laws proposed to appoint Thomas Walker Pound-keeper and to amend By-law 24. path masters named overseers to destroy noxious weeds. various accounts approved. The next meeting is scheduled for July 9 at John McConnell’s residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak River
Win
Reeve
ISS
Rob't Squire
J. A. Handle
W. T P. Parrish
Raymer
Kirk
Shoebotham—Milne
Wm Grey
Acton Burrows
Chamakh
Ethel
Shoal Lake
Thomas Walker
Wm. Hog
Shoebotham—Kirk
Shoebothan— Raymer
Carried
Kaymer
Shoebotham
Wi. Anderson
Spikes
Mark Ellerington
Jos. Andrew
R. D. Richardson
A. Freeland
J. H. Shoebotham
Council
H. R. Raymer
James Milne
Jas. Kirk
Jas Clarruge
Jas. T. Gamey
Wm. Pedlow
Milne —Whyte
John McConnell
Seo-Treas
Council Court of Revision Adopts Multiple Assessments 1845
The Municipal Council acted as a Court of Revision on May 26 1845 at Joo Gerrand house. Changes to assessments were made for numerous residents including Jno Patterson A Cumming Thos Branswitt and T Parsons. The roll was accepted and public business proceeded with accounts approved and by law adjustments for livestock and bridge improvements discussed. The meeting adjourned with future sessions at the Reeve’s call. The wedding grant for Princess Beatrice stands at 30000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joo. Gerrand
A. Camiming
H Parsons
T. Parsons
Joo. Patterson
T Brandritt
Jno
Walter Armetrong
Thos. Branswitt
A. Braodritt
Messie. Gesnmell, Kennedy
J. Ramsay
R. Richardson
Wm. Manson
Carson—Young
Peden—Young
Bird Tail Creek
Carson
George Manson
Creek
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Birtle
A. Murdoch
DR. Morrison
DR. Rolstor
FLEET
Royal Navy
J. Mickle
Notary Public
Howard’s Pew
GEO
ST John Halles
A. Wilcocks
C. J. Mickle
de. Blake
Man
London
Agenci
Impro
Municipal
Crerar
Mieti
A. B. Woodon
F. G. Lewis
Becka Or
Hirtle
A. BM. Hart
HE Crawford
Mertrkatre Wade
Jas. Johnston
Joseph Broadley
Contractor & Builder
Beulaw
Elkhorn
T. D. Cavanagh
Prof
Russell
B. P. Easeen
Bietle Vale Lodge
Albert Hail
Peluket Ant
John McOdoulgall
Sirthe Hotel
Grand Central Hotel
Bietle
W.M. Edwards
A.J. Mo
Bietie
Mod
NHE Railway Company
Birtie
H. A Manwaring
Landa
J. Roseborough & Brother
Iave
Will
Taylor Bros
Butchers
Choice Meats, &c., &c
The
Watson Manfacturing Co
Prining
D. W. Cumming
Practical Gunsmith
Center St
Observer Office
Adams
North- Western
Railway
Gladstone
Minnedosa
Thurstave
Minnedoss
Baker
Lrish
Harness & Saddlery
Valises
Elgin
Walth
Wm.valley
F&st
H. A. Manwaring
Windsor House
Khoarn
Beulah and
Wa. Bailey
Prop’r
Wm. Holan
Boot & Shoe Maker
Main Street
Kk. H
VIA
Toddburn and
Rossburn
WM. Gourley
N. L. Hill
Ralway Station
Philip Kerr
Aberdeen
Wakefield
Kerr
Mr. Kerr
Taylor
Brandon
Arrow
Mars and Flobes
Oak River Council
Rossbuarn Council
Beatrice
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