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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 09, 1906
Page
4
The Herald extols its value at ten dollars yearly and outlines advertising rates and reading charges. It rails against political factions, rails at Hawthornthwaite and Sage, criticizes Chinese labor policy, praises Labor Day plans, and notes editor Lowery’s health and travels amid local politics and social commentary.
The St Eugene mine workers press for an eight hour day as labor conditions improve with higher lead prices and profits. The editorial supports the request, noting workers’ contribution to wealth and the company’s history of fair treatment, arguing the demand is reasonable in prosperity.
The piece lauds the CPOR issued pamphlet Southern British Columba for shaping readers view of the situation. It cites Cranbrook and the Koote nay Central railway as a force for Granianien wealth and importance and hopes progress on the road continues.
Western journalism lore notes the decline of Lowerys Claim editor Lowery as health fades and Canadian authorities ban its delivery. The Spokane Spokesman-Review recalls his lone paper now without home or permanent editorial office. Lowery plans a tramp press era end as postal troubles mount.
The piece projects John D. Rockefeller living to 100 and amassing about 25.8 billion in today’s value. It traces his fortune progression from 1905 to 190, with conservative present wealth near 15 million and exponential growth through compounding.
Notice records an application to the Chief Commissioner of Land for permission to purchase desert lands in South Pit Ecotemy, starting at a planted stake, with a described survey of 820 acres. Harold Darling, Wardner British Columbia, July 1906.
Notice of intent to apply for a special license to cut and remove timber from 640 acres in South East Kootenay. Describes property bounds starting at a post near J McInnes Weence and Elkmouth, B C, dated July 20 1900.
Sealed tenders addressed to the Undersigner for the Post Office building at Fernie BC will be received until Saturday August 4, 1908. Tenderers must use printed forms and sign with their actual signatures. Tender deposits equal to ten percent must accompany each bid. the Department may reject any or all tenders.
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