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Newspaper
Hedley Gazette
Location
Hadley, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 15, 1905
Page
2
The notice details advertising rates for subscriptions and various ad placements including transient and land notices. Rates mention per inch charges, line charges for flexed inserts, and discounts for continuous space. Publication emphasizes advance payment and changes to contracts and space allocations.
The letter urges inquiry into CP R claims of priority for a Similkameen railway route and possible actions to challenge the priority with the Railway Commission or Victoria government. It notes William Whyte comments and asserts CP R plans should be set aside to avoid hindering others.
The piece argues the Hedley Board of Trade should act, cites Ottawa chartering a Nelson and Fort Sheppard rail route as precedent, and condemns Emerson for blocking the V V E bill. It notes May 30th and June 15th, accusing officials of rot and delays in reaching the goal.
The text argues for a railway from the Boundary to a Vancouver terminus, praising Gt. Northern plans and criticizing Mr Whyte and the Province for opposing development. It warns the region would prefer a republic route via Wemitechee and Everett if extant, but expects the western end to be explored by the Gt Northern this year.
The article discusses possible mail service arrangements for Boundary District linking to Osoyoos and Fairview. It notes that a post office may be promised for the region and questions whether the old route via Osoyoos would satisfy residents. The piece also critiques the assumption that Canada’s post office department will consider inhabitants’ convenience.
Provincial papers praise the Similkameen stance in supporting the V. V. E. bill with a clear and steady tone. Boundary and coastal papers are notably favorable, with Vancouver Province and Nelson Tribune offering exceptions. The overall reception is positive and appreciative.
The text notes Norway ending its alliance with Sweden, declaring no more Swedes in the country. It describes the move as a tame revolution, a mere meeting vote. It contrasts this with South American revolutionaries and Irish mirth over a lost strike.
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