Free Press Attacks State Ownership of Railways in Canada
The Free Press argues for government control of railways as a people’s gains against private monopolies. It contends that state ownership would lower costs, provide dividends to citizens, and avoid taxation of profits, while warning against fears of an electorally concentrated future. The piece references dangers of private capital and cites Britain as moving toward public ownership of monopolies, predicting eventual government ownership of Canada’s railways.
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L . Eines
Webbery
Alex Stone
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Local Socials and Anecdotes From A Dated Weekend
A fragmented report notes a dance at W Samson's last Friday and a party near East Kelly's. Wilton and Miss Carre Love visited Rose Isle to see Mrs von Meted, while Leostoreusti and Tow searched a settlement for bay debris. A minor injury is mentioned with a caution about leaving the scene.
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Kelly
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Miss Carre Love
Rose Isle
Image Hill Concert Set for Friday April First
Image Hill concert planned for Friday April 1. Longaon visits friends for a trip. AL Ferris travels to Portage on a business errand. Mira plans building a new house on Fifth Street. WJ Mr domestic oxen work referenced as chores. Record notes changes and upcoming plans.
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Local District News Receives Family and Social Updates
Readers in the district follow a flood of brief notes on residents and visitors. John Thompson of Mac is mentioned with a plan for a short talk, while Miss Fila Landon visits friends in the area. The column covers community social events, illnesses, travel, school happenings, and church gatherings, highlighting interactions among local families and notes of upcoming meetings and entertainments.
Canada’s railways bring profits despite public debate
The article discusses railway development in the western territories, noting improved lands and settlement, rising revenues, and government rents from state ownership. It critiques public sentiment and how subsidies and rates shape profitability, while acknowledging ongoing expansion and future payoffs for the enterprise.
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