Subsidies to Railways Draw London Alarm in Canada
The Dominion and provincial legislatures have expanded railway subsidies, prompting alarm among taxpayers. The London Canadian Gazette argues against easy funding and wasteful duplication, noting Manitoba and British Columbia politics push for wider railway competition and potential taxpayer regrets.
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London
United States
Canada
the Gazette
Manitoba
British ‘Columbia
British Columbia
News- Advertiser
Canadian Mint Debate Moves Forward in Parliament
Ottawa discusses establishing a Royal Canadian Mint branch. Minister of Finance notes benefits vs costs, potential Ottawa location, and shared control with the British Royal Mint. Estimates include building costs around 200 000 to 600 000 and annual operating expenses near 135 000.
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Ottawa
Ont
House of Commons
Royal Mint
Canada
Wielding
Canadian Pacific
Seattle
Yukon
Daneon
Vritinh
Columbia
Vancouver
Vistoria
Sifton
Wilfred Laurier
Censon
Clarke Wallace
Dawnon
Victoria
Lead Bonds and Canadian Trade Policy Mentioned
Ottawa dispatch notes the government plans to impose a per ton tax on Canadian refined goods, capping at 100000 dollars annually, with yearly renewals until the debt disappears. McKinley has improved agricultural interests in Wid, Birsle, and Wat Alestruyt by it.
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Ottawa
Kinley
Ite
Trial at the Assizes: Rex vy McKnight acquitted
The last case at the Assizes involved Rex vy McKnight charged with damaging Qian Ling’s house at Athalmor on August 5. The jury returned a not guilty verdict after a lengthy defense and witness testimony, and McKnight was discharged.
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Rex Vy
McKnight
Qian Ling
Athalmor
Guity
D Morgan
Wm NoNeish
W Avery
A Hambly
J Jardine
HR Moodie
Foreran
Quon Sing
Athalmer
Tla
Wesley Millx
Qian
W C Bennett
Toby Creek
Miles McMillan
Barnes
B— Ryan
Mr . O'Brien
Fort Steele
T. M. Daly
Jin Golden
Mr. Daly
K. C
Bennet
Daly
Bennett
Challenge to Steamer Race on the River
A 1901 letter describes a proposed speed trial near Golden to compare steamers like City of Windermere with others. Parties offer bets from 625 to 200, promising a measured mile race with officials on board to enforce steam allowances. The winner may select the slowest competitor. June dates must not disrupt regular sailings.
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Enrick
Windermere
Golden
Gulden
Capital City Gossip on Freight Rate Reductions
Special correspondent reports the CPR slash in Okanagan Valley freight rates following government and shipper pressure. Farmers may save about 80000 dollars yearly on current shipments and gain access to new markets. R E Palmer of the agricultural department is to return with a full report. CPR cooperation is noted and further reductions promised where they boost production and shipments.
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Agricultural Department
Okanagan Valley
R. E. Palmer
CPR
Salisbury’s rugged words on empire and Home Rule
London May 15 Salisbury returning from France said the South African war proved Britain could fight again and deter foes. He praised latent imperial power and argued war exposed a planned push to oust Britain from Africa and warned Home Rule would have made Ireland a hostile government in a wider conflict.
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London
Prine Miniater
Salisbury
France
South Africa
England
Great Britain
Eigland
Ireland
Dublin
House of Commons
Dr White's Electric Comb advertised for scalp cures
An 1899 advertisement by D N Rose General Manager in Decatur Illinois promotes Dr White's Electric Comb as the hottest seller on earth. It claims to cure all scalp ailments and headaches and invites readers to send stamps for a sample. Agents are said to be making money.
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Dr. White
Costa
D. N. Rose
Gen. Mgr
Decatur, Il
Boston
Wiewater Jonson Co
Missouri
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
Galle
Door
Hin Geni
Dr Pierce Promotes Favorite Prescription for Women
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for female disorders, inflammation, and uterine weakness. It claims no alcohol or narcotics, invites confidential correspondence from women, and cites Dr. Pierce and a staff of physicians treating countless patients over thirty years.
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Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Main Street
Buffalo, N.Y
Thief Seizes $200 at Birtle Depot in Manitoba
A thief took two hundred dollars from the depot at Birtle Manitoba but nearly struck four thousand. meanwhile British tug firing in Chinese waters by German soldiers triggers diplomatic action as 18 years pass.
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Birtle
Man
Dr Agnew Catarrhal Powder Promoted as Universal Cure
Sales pitch extols Dr Agnew Catarrhal Powder as a universal remedy for catarrh and colds. it claims widespread endorsements including Canada’s justice minister David Mills and many public figures. advertised prices list it at 50 cents and sold by R W Patmore.
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David Mills
Canada
R W. Patmore
Editor Praises Dr Clarke Little Red Pills Testimony
An editor endorses Dr Clarke's Little Red Pills claiming relief from years of dyspepsia and rheumatism. The note from W H Robertson highlights personal recovery and the item lists related patent remedies and notices, including a doctors' exam schedule and a carriage of ads.
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Uce
Robertson
The
Daily Times
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