03 Feb 1899
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Newspaper
Fort Macleod Gazette
Location
Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada
Date
Feb 03, 1899
Page
1
A humorous colonial-era tale describes Mr Roaringame so busy with business that Mrs Roaringame handles domestic chores. After a night of curling dreams and an overzealous sweeping scene, Mrs Roaringame confronts him leading to a change in duties and a shift away from curling stones.
Editorial writes of Niagara Falls as a grand force of nature and a growing power source. It notes the ascent from mystery to utility with two power companies on the American side supplying street railways, factories, heat and light, plus Canadian expansions and future Toronto use.
Two freight trains collided on the Medicine Hat bridge over the river on Thursday. One engine plunged into the river, killing both engineer and fireman. other fatalities included a dead conductor. Additional details describe a runaway east bound train, cars left on the bridge, and the engineer’s fatal plunge. Town officials plan to report to the Dominion government and urge citizen reports on sidewalk and crossing defects. The Haultrain trophy single handed event proceeds slowly with listed scores and upcoming daytime rounds to avoid evening rink distractions.
A deputation from the town welcomed Mr. D Genge aboard the eastbound train. The address read by D McLean and signed by A F Grady praised his return home sober. Genge replied with heartfelt remarks as cheering staff gathered, ending with the Macleod next station announcement.
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