Dominion election returns show Liberal gains in most provinces
The government is sustained with a likely 40 plus Conservative gains in Ontario and Prince Edward Island, while Quebec moves toward a solid Liberal result. Manitoba shows Libs ahead or strong. Alberta and Saskatchewan lean Lib. New Brunswick and Nova Scotia split with Libs prominent. The report cites telegraphic data as imperfect and promises a full next-week update.
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Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Arlington guests and local happenings in Pincher Creek
Pincher Creek residents report visits by Union Bank manager D. Anderson and T Lebel Co’s Ptolemy at the Arlington. Pneumonia fears hit Macleod and Stand Off travelers. Miss M Bull has severe eye throat, several pupils affected by school ventilation. A house fire owned by A T Connolly destroys the stable. ten cows escape, losses about 1000 dollars with 800 insurance. Electric bells at the Arlington perform well. interior finishing by A B Foote noted.
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Ptolemy
T. Lebel & Co
Neil Cornick
Macleod Hospital
Stand of
Cardston
Macleod
M. Bull
Pincher Creek
A. T. Connolly
Connolly
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Promise Refund
An old warning-style notice touts a cold cure claiming one day results and promises a refund if it fails. The ad features a signature line by W. Grove and a note about druggists honoring the guarantee.
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W. Grove
British Iron Makers Cut Prices to Meet Competition
British iron manufacturers have reduced prices to compete with United States and German markets. The move signals intensified pressure on domestic producers as exporters seek to preserve sales in a tightening global market.
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United States
Good Fortune of Mr Patrick Burns Cattle King of the West
Patrick Burns expands wealth by securing copper deposits near the coast in Old Mexico. He reports several reports confirmed by two inspectors and notes a possible sale price higher than two million dollars. About 200 workers are employed on the mines and transport to a nearby smelter is easy. Burns will keep the cattle business while his latest venture is expected to yield further millions. In Calgary locals note the venture boosts Burns’s fortune. A North voter canvasser story ends with a joke about bribery and a headstand bar trick for votes.
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Patrick Burns
West
British Columbia
Burns
Old Mexico
Calgary
Medicine Hat News
Toronto Welg 148 to Soldiers Returned Home Parade
Thousands packed Toronto streets for a long homecoming parade honoring Canadian troops. Militias and student groups joined 10 000 attendees in a festive reception at the armories after a royal message of gratitude from Queen Victoria. A brief blizzard and rain followed the celebration amid cheers. In Natal, dispatches say Lord Roberts may stay in England for weeks more.
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Toronto
Corviazes
Peterboro
Hamilton
England
Ald
Leslie
Capitan Barker
Military Department
Ottawa
Durban
Pietermiaritziure
Times of Natal
Lord Roberts
Boer Treachery and Heroic Rescue Amid South African Skirmish
A Strathcona's Horse detachment under Lieut White Fraser and Sgt Parker faced a Boer ambush near Viaaklaagte. Bousfield describes a trap, losses including Parker, Arnold missing then found and rescued, and Boers burning a house before 17 men were killed. The report ends with news of a birth in Prince Albert.
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John Bousfield
Strathcona
J. Hl. Borsfiete
Viaaklaagte
As Trop
White Fraser
Parkers
Haint. McDuck
Walter West
Bors
Canadian Ranch Horses See Demand in British Cavalry Use
The Strathcona Horse and Canadian contingent are praised for their South African service, with expectations of strong demand for Canadian ranch horses for British Cavalry. Reports from Winnipeg, Pincher Creek, Cardston, and western markets note expansion in ranching and sheep, crop success, and steady cattle trade. Livestock prices vary by grade with cattle and hogs quoted. horses show limited sale amid weak country demand.
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Strathcona
South Africa
Canada
I. Lightcap
Winnipeg
Assiniboia
Alberta
Lightcap
British Columbia
Pincher Creek
Cardston
C. Kettles
Calgary
London
Liverpool
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Alberta Lodge
ALF
AM. G.br.m
G. Matthews
Kennedy, Ml.d
M.O.P.S
Fico
Forbes, M. DC. M
Union Hook
Orit
Hisensen
Aleo
C. i. D. Wood
Jane
Notany Pusio
THE
Union Bank OF Canada
Equitable Loan and Buildings Savings Agssan., &c
John Bruce
Prick Wanufacturer
Lethbridge and
SGRIP
Cowdry Bros
Bankers— Macleod
Harry
Whiting
Uasors Moveratr
Brdere
Hichy
C. Bartlett
Tt Hotel
Meath
Thos. Wilton
John Dunlop
Hudson’s Bay
Manitoba
Brend
Hon
NW. T
Oliver
Saskatchewan
Davis
West Assiniboia
Scott
East Assiniboia
Lake
P. E. Island
Brant
Heyd
Bothwell
Gordon
Carleton
Isidd
Cornwall
Prinrle
Dundas Broder
Durham
Ward
Elgin
McGorgan
Essex
Sutherland
S -Cowan
Giesai
Sehei
Can M Hee
Grey
S -Nichardson
Haldimond
Monet
Thompson
Halton -Henderson
Huron
McLean
Hastings
Young
Hamilton Wood
Barker
Kingston—Britton
Loavark
S- Haggart
Lanark
Caldwell
Lenox Nelson
Middlesex
Victoria
N- McKay
Witterloo
Clare
Werner McGowan
W. Jington
N. Brant- Paterson
York
No -Mulock
Nova Scotia
Antigonish
Melsaac
Cape Breton
Tupper and McDougall
Mlatifax
Roche
Kenway
King’s Borden
Lunenbure Iaullsach
Pictou- Bell
McDonald
Richmond Matheson
Victoria Ross
New Brunswick
Albert Lewis
Charlotte Ganong
Kent Leblanc
King's Domoyille
Northumberland
Robinson
D. Anderson
Union Bank
Mr. Billet
the Arlington
Hotel Arlington
A. B. Foote
Wmassey-Acarris
Reapers
Dsulky Plows
Sewall & Day's
Manilla
P. Burns
Queen City
Prince Albert
Rau
Montreal
East End
Jean
Glasgow
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