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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
3
The editor presents the Alberta Legislature speech by Prencier Ruther and discusses municipal sewer connections. It compares two methods costing 46c and $1.36 per foot, noting frost as a potential factor and arguing against criticizing the spending aimed at aiding needy workers.
The death of Railway Commissioner Killam is announced with tributes to his broad minded leadership and the great standing of the Board. His loss will be felt across Canada as the Commission held in high honor due to his influence.
Discussion at the Provincial Seed Fair centers on why the trophy for spring wheat went to any other variety rather than Red Fife. First prize values show $15 for Red Fife versus $13 for any other variety, prompting questions about judging criteria and district farming claims. A Montreal Herald quote praises Sir Wilfrid Laurier as a keen, flexible mind alongside Conservative voices. Calgary edition notes a special Saturday issue highlighting provincial advancement.
A Manitoba and Alberta labor policy discussion is summarized with praise from union leaders for the eight hour law and Workmen's Compensation Act. The Fernie Ledger lauds Cushing’s speech and the government’s stance, while a Medicine Hat health officer urges an immigration hall to serve local workers.
The article argues for using a central building as a temporary court room via Council Chamber while a new court house is planned. It notes the current immigration hall is conveniently near the station but unsuitable as a courthouse. It highlights overcrowding, poor public access, and railway disturbances affecting hearings, urging action before the spring immigrant influx.
In interviews Represen tative of TK Commercial reports merchants angry at banks over tight money. Dealers cite refusals to lend after fall repayments, hurting sales and cash flow. Farmland notes show wheat prices fall without funds for handling. Farmers keep witheat for exports, awaiting better terms.
The News reports a successful effort to amend provincial law closing bars at 10 pm. About 112 readers showed support and roughly 70 joined as new subscribers. The piece notes hotel losses from the hour and a half cut and recalls John Gough’s snake in a box analogy. It suggests a debate topic for the local council of the RT of T.
An advertisement extols Dr Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People as a blood turning cure for rheumatism, anemia, and related ailments. It recounts a Ontario farmer's recovery after using the pills, urging readers to insist on the full product name and buy from Dr Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville.
The article notes yesterday marked the start of the senten season with Ash Wednesday, though most calendars set the date for the 1th inst. The source text contains unclear spellings and a stretched name reference.
The piece notes that natives often undervalue their homeland while strangers prosper in the United States. It cites Canadian youths who believe opportunities await in America once they cross the border, driven by new lands, conditions, and associates.
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