07 Feb 1916
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Newspaper
Charlottetown Guardian
Location
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Date
Feb 07, 1916
Page
1
The Tide Table lists daily low water and times with multiple entries across dates, including February 1st to 29th. A brief February forecast notes mild waves early, then rain sleet snow later, with periods of wind, very cold and unsettled conditions toward month end.
James Tait, 87, of this city, will have funeral services Monday afternoon from his son James Tait's residence, with a 2.30 pm service followed by burial at Peoples Cemetery. The notice includes local greetings and a testimonial about Minard's Liniment from the Nova Scotia Lumber King praising its effectiveness after a foot injury.
From February 7 to February 1 inclusive the afternoon train on the Murray Harbor Branch will not depart Charlottetown until 3.30 pm to benefit participants attending the Agricultural Shore Course at Mt Herbert.
D J Riley states he has been urged by Charlottetown electors to run for mayor and promises to serve the city’s citizens to the best of his ability. He notes the year book is at printers and will be available before Nomination Day and explains he cannot canvass personally.
R B Rattary, a 22 year fire department veteran, announces candidacy for Ward Three representation. He pledges focus on street improvements, priority funding for ward side streets, and aims to elevate Charlottetown to a leading Canadian city.
Letter to Ward Five electors from B Miller urging re-election on February 9. He highlights completed civic improvements such as drainage, lights, sidewalks, and street work around Bayfield Street and School Street. Miller promises no tax increase but calls for government readjustment of accounts and relies on support from Mayor Paton and a sympathetic government.
Two local political notices from Charlottetown outline F W Hughes seeking Ward Three councillor support and a mayoral bid. Hughes promotes ward service, business ties, and commitment to city finances and public works without tax increases. Voters are urged to support him in the upcoming civic election.
The writer P A Smith solicits Ward One electors voters for a council seat promising to press for better Ward One funding repairs streets and drainage and urges ward representation on the council board. He pledges to work for both Ward One and the city at large.
A Ward Five elector seeks re election to the City Council pledging to advance Ward Five welfare. As Street Committee chair he cites storm sewer work as a central achievement and vows continued permanent improvements within the city's means.
A candidate, R. J. Ledwell M D, asks ward two electors for support in the upcoming civic election. He pledges to act for the best interests of Ward Two and the city in general and signs with his professional title.
A letter from Ben Carter announces his candidacy for Councillor in Ward Five Central. He appeals to electors, pledges service to the city and Ward Five, and asks for influence and support through a personal canvass. Carter signs as 7104-2-Imtf.
John McKenna pledges to back the mayor and council and press for city improvements while urging a re adjustment of financial relations with the provincial government. He calls for using income tax for school medical inspections and public works and seeks lower electric rates or a modern municipal plant if talks fail.
A ward four candidate appeals to voters, noting prior elections where he was elected and served on the council. He pledges to continue protecting residents' interests if reelected and asks for support though time may not allow personal meetings with all constituents.
An article surveys how family resemblance in facial features such as the jaw and nose can mislead identifications, while traits like the Hapsburg lip and ear folds offer stronger clues. It notes jaw growth, ear margins, and evolutionary hints from Darwin and Woolner, with caution on relying on general similarity.
A married couple hosting elderly Aunt Mary recounts her afternoon walk on the moors. She notes a crowd with odd behavior and brings home about a dozen curious round white objects, which turn out to be golf balls from a nearby famous course.
To fortify the system against grip when grip is prevalent, take LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE. This combination of quinine with other ingredients destroys germs and acts as a tonic and laxative to keep the system ready to withstand colds grip and influenza. There is only one BromOQuinine. E. W. Grove's signature on box, 25e.
To the electors of Ward Four we present ourselves as candidates for the forthcoming election. If elected, we will advance the best interests of the City and of Ward Four, urging that the franchise be used wisely for the public good. We are, Ladies and Gentlemen, ...
In Columbus Ohio Mrs J S Barlow reports six years of female health troubles ended after ten days on Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. She regained appetite and strength, reached 127 pounds, and credits the medicine with saving her life. The ad urges women with similar ailments to use the product.
A local event lists performances by Mr W F Tidmarsh Mr W J Brown Miss Elinor Lowe and others from the 105th Battalion including soloists duets and readings. Intermission features a sale of home made candy. The program includes music and step dancing with a closing chorus of God Save The King.
Classified notice seeks a managing director for the Gatlin Institute near the Island. Reports success in St John and Halifax with an $800 secured investment and a $1000 salary plus expenses. Bank reference required. Reply to St John N B S 7042-1-38-M7L.
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