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Newspaper
Golden Era
Location
Golden, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Mar 09, 1900
Page
2
London reports from Cape Town say Gen Clement’s forces occupied Colesberg Junction after Colesberg evacuation and received a warm reception. Boer retreat continues and transport lines are reported clear. News from various fronts notes Buller’s relief of Ladysmith and widespread rejoicing in England.
The Western Canada Press Association opened its annual convention in Winnipeg with Walter Scott presiding. New members were welcomed, apologies read for absences, and committees formed on advertising and revolution. Key speeches covered editorial work and country weeklies, with deaths noted of T. A. Bell and Pr. Huckel.
Montreal announces Hon J I Tarte will serve as Canadian commissioner to the Paris Fair. Plague reports rise in Sydney New Caledonia and New Hebrides. Ottawa notes petitions to abolish customs duties on petroleum to break up cartel and lower prices. Audience heckling ends with a joke on feeding the world.
A report about a mysterious nerve disease called locomotor ataxia affecting soldiers. It describes symptoms like falling, ataxia, numb limbs, and tremors, and promotes a treatment claiming to rebuild spinal nerves and restore nervous health.
War dispatches describe Gen Buller from Vaudonalld headquarters entering Ladyamith last night as the front between the British and Boers remains clear. Canadians are credited with trench work at Paardeberg and the surrender of Boer general Oronje followed by Lord Roberts after a tense reception in London.
The Lakgot the Woo 4M dling company received orders from the British war office for 20 000 anoka equal to fifty carloads of its best flour grades. Shipments to South Africa begin immediately with a portion en route to St John and the balance to follow next week.
The firm has resolved a substantial order for its best patent goods from a commercial house in Durban Natal. The shipment, routed via New York, positions Ca prominently before imperial authorities as a key supplier for the war effort.
The Montreal Cotton company at Valleyfield remains closed nine days into a strike. Bleachery dye works and finishing departments operate since Friday. 1800 workers rallied at the mill bridge refusing entry while a riot risk subsided. Daily closure costs the mill owner over 9000 in wages.
Montreal butter and cheese men denounce a proposed 20 000 annual subsidy for Campbell Bearer Co of London to run a new king house. They argue the plan would distort farming prices and transportation costs, and a delegation will travel to Quebec to oppose the bill.
Victoria March 1 Joseph Martin has been called upon to form a new administration and has secured material for his ministers. He plans to announce at least three names at the opening of the home today. Proceedings of the last day will be brief with prorogation expected. He aims to go to the country with minimal delay.
Montreal reports Allan line skipper sees the Californian floated soon if wind stays favorable. Upright hull with cargo being removed by lighters. wrecking steamer from Boston seen off Portland harbor ready to begin work. Several unrelated notices follow from Montréal to Ottawa and New York events.
In Ottawa on February 7 Sir Charles Tupper moved to adjourn to discuss Yukon issues. He pressed for a hearing before Minister Sifton on the 10 percent royalty and the relocation system. The Manitoba election tie was noted as a political backdrop.
The New York Tribune outlines how powerful electric shocks disrupt heart rhythm by impairing muscle coordination, halt respiration, and cause asphyxia. It cites Dr. St H Cooningham and experiments on animals, noting revival methods and practical limits for field use.
Toronto reports the death of J J Kiaull a renowned lawyer and former Broo county judge who arrived by cable from Genoa Italy. He planned to spend the winter with his daughters in Chicago. The article notes probate matters and unsettled will details amid complex estate dispositions.
A snapshot of chaotic reports from Winnipeg and surrounding regions describes traffic blockages, fires, accidents, political moves, and notices. Mentions Major Arnold memorial plans, British marines visiting, and various international dispatches affecting Canada.
News notes a government defeat in Vancouver and a 19 vote margin on the redistribution bill. Other items include Quebec legislature actions on abortion, a tanner found dead near a hotel stable, and assorted reminiscences about Prince Bismarck and early 20th century amusements.
J D OBrien of Winnipeg operates as a maoker in grain provisions and stocks. The ad notes address Drawer 1821 and emphasizes engagement in grain trade.
Market prices and commodity references appear for wheat oats corn butter cheese hides wool beef and other staples with numerous figures and misprints. The garbled data includes Manitoba and Fort William markets plus scattered quotes on vegetables fruit and animal products.
A minister discusses how a husband’s grumblings mask dialogue and how calm, cheerful patience from a wife fosters harmony. He warns against domestic tyranny and urges kindness and steady cheer to soften harsh moods at home.
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