Ontario settlers blamed for pushing Manitoba to costly municipalities
In a speech on estimates Hon. Mr. Norquay criticizes Ontario settlers for forcing municipalization and costly governance in early Manitoba. The piece argues centralized authority raised debts, while old frontier life trusted neighbors and avoided heavy public spending. It condemns Winnipeg’s railway bonuses and notes lax magistrates and public morals.
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Norquay
Ontario
Hudson Bay Company
Norequay
Winnipeg
Pembina Mountains
Birtle
Manitoba
Brandon
Kosser Avenue
Martin
Royal Commission
Cedar Bark Torch Recalled For Early Canadian Settlement
An article recalls how cedar bark torches lit early settlement paths in Canada, detailing torch construction from four foot long bark pieces bound with moosewood, its use to ward off wildlife, and the rustic life along bush roads before modern utilities. It contrasts past isolation with today’s cleared eastern provinces and growing railway efforts benefiting farmers and industries.
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Canada
Montreal
Quebec
Dominion
Sudden Death of Miss Elizabeth Plumb in Birtle
Elizabeth Plumb the second daughter of Mr T Plumb of Birtle died suddenly yesterday, sparking widespread grief. The bright and amiable young woman planned to become a teacher and showed remarkable progress, with intense study said to have caused the brain trouble. Teacher Mr Innis praised her as one of his best pupils.
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Birtle
Elizabeth
T. Plumb
Innis
Manitoba Rail Expansion Drives Hopeful Trade Outlook
Prospects for extensive railway construction in Manitoba this year appear strong as grain exports for the season rise and traffic to other regions remains satisfactory. Newly built lines pave the province opening up regions with promising trade potential.
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Manitoba
England
Brydges
Experience the Best Teacher in Manitoba Frontiers
The piece argues education from local farmers in every Manitoba district fosters resilience amid adverse seasons. It cites Captain Hall living among polar peoples to learn survival and suggests Manitoba should heed lessons from Red River settlers. It warns against trusting tourist opinions over enduring local knowledge.
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Manitoba
Captain Hall
North
Sir John Franklin
Polar
Red River
Assiniboine
Northwest
Sam Slick
Virginia
Nova Scotia
Archie Items Queen's Birthday Games Near H Avearst Store
The Queen's Birthday will be celebrated near H Avearst's store with a full sports programme including horse Montana pony native pony races for men and others plus high and long jumps. Archie Council grants twenty five dollars to boost a respectable prize list and many visitors are expected for a lively holiday as youths train for events.
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H Avearst
Montana
Archie
Dogs in Church Parishioners Laugh at Canine Congregation
A Presbyterian service was interrupted by four large dogs in the nave. One carried a bone as the sermon dragged. The dogs slept through collection time while Methodist dogs, startled by church presence, leaped through a second story window. Mr. Webster jokes about iron-legged boots to avoid being bitten.
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Webster
Court Hearing Reveals Bank Note Forgery Nuance
Tuesday’s session heard a case on forged notes and bank liability. The decision held a bank may claim money on an unsigned note and keep it, absolving the bank of blame in law despite a signer’s forgery exposure.
Railway Company Eyes Elevator at Birtle Station
The Railway Company plans to join with the town of Birtle to build a large grain elevator at the station. There is local opposition to elevators but support lies in placing surplus wheat through elevatory processes before shipment to eastern markets.
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Birtle
Northwest
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Birfle Observer
J. A. Murdoch
Albert Hall
DR. Morrison
Accoucheu KR
DR. Rolston
Pleet
Royal Navy
E. Green
Man
C. J. Mickle
G. S. Hallen
LAW Office
A. Wilcocks
A. B. Wod
WM. Edward II
A.J. McPherson
Russell
Lm Braasen
Birtle Hotel
Geo. McPhee, Paror’s
J. Mickle
Duerie, Mea
W. E. Crawford
Prams 490
Jas.Johnston
manRger
John Pearson
Wood & Bro
Ctors & Builders
London & Canadian Loan Agency
Municipal & School
J. S. Crerar
Bieri, Man
The
Grand Central
J. D. Adams
Proprietress
J. Roseborough & Brother
Will
Manitoba & North-Western Railway
Thu
Portage Lairie
Solegirth
Pota Prairie
Wetland
Portage la Prairie
Binsearth
Shellmouth
Soligirth
H. A. Manwaring
W. R. Baker
Howard
HA. Manwaring
Chetee
Pioneer Store
Solscirth
G. E. Hargreaves
Credit Foncier Franco-Canadiey
Landed Credit Company
Capital
Monrey
Lowne
Jos. Royal
Main Street
J.&m. Lawrie
Solsgirth
Via
Teddbuarn, Seeburn, Silver Creek and
Shellouth
Sonnecton
WM. Holman
Birtle Boot & Shoe Maker
G. Lewis
Fire, Life & Accident Insurance Companies
Glasgow & London Fire Insurance Company
London Guarantee and Accident Pany
Quebec Fire Insurance Company
M. Lawrie
N. L. Hill
Richardson & Lepper
Would
Freehold, Loan & Savings Co
Joan
Wm. Walley, Valvaror
Thomas Yeandle
Wallens & Warren
Butchers
Choice Meats, &c., &c
E. H. Irish
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