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Newspaper
Golden Era
Location
Golden, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 26, 1901
Page
4
A letter urges voters to reject a ward school at the far end of Smelter Townsite near Alberta Street and Second Avenue. It argues the site is distant, costly to access, lacks families, risks road issues, and benefits private interests tied to the townsite.
PATER FAMILIAS of Golden writes to explain the proposed site for a new south bank of the Kicking Horse school. The note argues the site near the river is avoided, that the playground is suitable, and that the townsite ground would be a government grant, urging voters to approve.
Official correspondence from Golden BC discusses a proposed new school on the left bank of the Kicking Horse River, with critique of the site and push for a safer location further from the river. It also covers a July meeting about the legitimacy of C H Parsons election and trustee duties, with notices of trustee meetings and ground inspections by the Government Agent.
Victoria July 8 1901 letter from Alex Robinson Superintendent cites pending investigation of Mr Parsons disqualification and requirement of an affidavit. mentions protest grounds against Mr Conner’s election. notes investigations are costly and may be delayed. includes further notes on site selection and ministerial decision for Golden district trustees.
Proceedings from Golden BC in 1901 reveal the board will pick a site for a new school house and convene a voter meeting to approve it. If the site is rejected, voters determine a suitable site with council approval finalizing the matter.
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