12 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Charlottetown Guardian
Location
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Date
Jul 12, 1913
Page
1
Frank Gillis and Mary Laura McDonald wed at the Lowell House Charlottetown in a ceremony conducted by Rev. Z L Fash M A B J. The couple are both of Point Prim. MacKinnon Drug Co. advertises pest control supplies alongside the notice.
A notice states a City Magistrate's Court session at 9 a.m and a celebration by L O A with sports to be exhibited at the Exhibition Grounds starting at noon on Saturday July 12 1913.
A Provincial view traces Prince Edward Island oyster burning from early 19th century acts to curb waste and export. It links these restrictions to later conservation measures, land leases, and licensing, noting broader political consequences for representation and Western settlement.
Authorities at Ottawa focus on redistribution with a bill planned for autumn to re arrange Dominion representation in Federal Parliament. The proposed measure would affect every province with Quebec potentially observing a poor outcome if the current allocation persists.
Aged ninety two Sir Charles Tupper is elected Vice-President of the Royal Colonial Institute. The Canadian institute grows large membership and seeks greater recognition here. The North Dakota fairs will exclude Canadian exhibits to protect local champions. Canadian produce is praised for quality, with farmers urged to compare benefits of reciprocity and tariffs.
A mix of local and visiting figures highlight the page. Major Ings departs Charlottetown for North Brittany to join his family on the Continent. Miss Penelope Davies, now in New York, is engaged as soprano soloist at St. James Church through September. Rev. J. A. Gordon D.D. visits Montreal and will soon return to accept a theology chair at Brandon College. Dr KE P Moore and Mrs Moore of Indiana, Mrs Arthur H Douse and son of Dorchester Massachusetts arrive to visit relatives. Widespread pride follows a reassembly of Dr. W. G. Moore and wife in their childhood home after eighteen years. The Garden of the Gulf is praised by returning kin.
A letter from Bear River asks why residents of Kings County cannot operate automobiles like Charlottetown people. The writer argues daily vehicle use would benefit travelers and farmers across the province and urges broader motor access.
Jack Johnson the pugilist arrived in Havre France today. He says he will never return to the States.
The week previews market mornings and social gatherings as visitors from across the continent arrive. Militia officers and dignitaries mingle at club teas and golf on ideal Saturday links. Guests include Mrs Longworth, Miss Pope, Miss Davies, and many Island residents amid bridge parties and garden receptions.
Sincere sympathy is extended to the family of the late Miss Carrie Manley of Summerside. Mr. and Mrs. Larned of Detroit arrived at their summer home at Keppoch with Charlottetown friends already enjoying their hospitality. Mrs. J. O. Hyndman and Mrs. B. W. Hyndman with Holland Cove residences have hosted during the past week. Mrs. A. A. McLean issued invitations for a young people's bridge for Friday evening in Miss TO WAR ON SHYSTER LAWYERS.
On Wednesday last several motor boat parties enjoyed the excellent tea at Westville for the St James Sunday school picnic. Among the attendees was a jolly party hosted by Dr Gordon Alley.
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