10 Feb 1909
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Newspaper
Charlottetown Guardian
Location
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Date
Feb 10, 1909
Page
1
King Edward and Queen Alexandra arrived in Berlin to a warm reception by German authorities. Crowds lined decorated streets as the royal train reached the station where Emperor William and royal family welcomed the visitors. The monarchs embraced and kissed, and later toasts were exchanged at a state function.
Estcourt Howard brother of the Earl of Suffolk was caught in a Banff blizzard while hunting. His hands and feet were badly frozen and doctors refused to let him continue to England. Fingers and toes were amputated this morning and gangrene developed but recovery is probable.
Glasgow February ninth report notes the Canadian Gurlets winning the final test Strathcona Cup. The three match aggregate leaves Canada ahead by one hundred and one points. Minard's Liniment cures diphtheria.
Thirteen people drowned near Tamboraque after a railway bridge collapsed following a train collision. Rescue efforts were underway as authorities investigated the incident near Lima.
The mutilated body of Miss Clara Rosne, a church choir singer, was found in an excavation on a building lot in Ottowa, Oklahoma. Her face was battered and the skull crushed in two places, with a diamond brooch and purse missing as authorities search for a suspected rejected suitor.
King Edward and Queen Alexandra were warmly welcomed in Cologne on February 9 and proceeded directly to Berlin. The visit is seen as politically significant but may not ease lingering suspicions between Britain and Germany.
The Guardian selects eight popular unmarried women from Prince Edward Island for a free sightseeing trip to Boston and New York. The chaperoned party will ride electric trains through city tunnels and ride the harbor under Boston, with guides arranging hotels meals and sight seeing at no cost.
The House opened at 3 45. Councillor elect for Cardigan district Mr McDonald was introduced, sworn and seated. Premier Haszard led the debate on the address, defending government actions on hay and Hillsboro bridge claims, the tunnel survey, potato prices, and Vernon River bridge issues. He praised the late Speaker and Sergeant at Arms, criticized Opposition fault finding, and hoped for fair settlements with Ottawa and in fisheries awards.
New York February 9 Special Miss Martha Rickson waited hours near Park Avenue station and shot Ernest Schwanenam after he failed to keep a marriage promise. The man is likely to die.
Paris reports a Franco German accord on Morocco ending long standing tensions. The deal guarantees Moroccan integrity and aligns both nations with the Algeciras Act terms. France concedes German economic interests while Germany acknowledges French political aims in Morocco, signaling broader European friendship.
Chicago markets report a mention of M nard's liniment claimed to cure garget in cows. Prices for wheat corn pork are listed for February and May contracts, with no other context or corroborating details provided.
Churchmen in Toronto dispute the choice for a new Bishop. Opinions split over Canon Cody and Canon Welsh. If deadlock occurs, Canon Richardson of Fredericton is suggested as a possible alternative.
The Toronto school reports the spring term begins February 8. It unveils a new swimming tank described as among Toronto’s best and a hot water plant that doubles the school’s hot water supply, aimed at benefiting pupils and adding practical comfort.
Minard's Liniment touted as a remedy for distemper. Advertisements list land deeds and property sales in New Haven and Kensington. Listings include a driving sleigh for sale, Jersey cattle and hay, and help wanted for housework with locations in Alberton and Richmond Street. A missing money gum is reported with owner instructed to claim at 121 Grafton Street.
An explosion of dynamite at Brister's junkyard in Dartmouth today damaged several buildings and demolished the shed. Adam Ferguson, the man handling the dynamite, was probably fatally injured as debris flew a full block away.
Ottawa special report states Hon. Mr. Graham sent notice to Canadian Pacific that no proposal on running rights over the Intercolonial will be considered until the Cabinet agrees to include the Canadian North.
Washington reports the British Foreign Office accepts the US Britain arbitration treaty on Newfoundland fisheries. Ratification needed before Senate submission, then House approval. Ottawa notes Judge McLennan resigns at next Saturday term. Marine and Fisheries report notes lower fishery values amid committee chair selections. Iceboats and steamers faced weather delays with plan to resume. Minard's Liniment advertised for colds.
In Summerside the Crystals routed the Abbies by the fifth game at Crystal Rink. The Crystals dominated the second half with Deegan McDonald and Perry among multiple scorers while the Abbies fought hard to the final whistle. The Intermediate clash saw the Crystals win 17 to 3 securing the trophy as they led 9 to 1 at halftime.
Ottawa reports Mr. Brodeur stating the contract price for the new ice breaker for Island service is 103000 pounds. Delivery is scheduled for May 1. The weather notes show zero degrees at three this morning with cloudy skies. Toronto bulletin adds easterly winds, cloudy and cold with local snow.
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