Kootenay Reclamation Schemes Revival Hinted by Keefer
G A Keefer, former Kootenay Reclamation engineer now BC public works resident, visits Nelson to review the historic project from Rykerts to Kootenay landing. The plan proposed dyke keeps, canal layouts, and 10 000 acres of reclaimed land amid prior floods, delays, and a Creston farming success amid stalled work. Keefer believes engineering obstacles are none and revival may soon occur with development.
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Kootenay
G. A. Wheefer
New Westminster
Kootenay River
Keefer
British Columbia
Dominion
Department of Public Works
Nelson
Kootenays
Bailie Grohman
Grohman
Columbia
Wootenly
Grolman
Ters
Kootenay Bridge
Grohman Creek
George Alexander
Kaslo
Creston
Bolter debate echoes on budget as Cabinet reshuffle stalls
In Victoria on April 20 during the budget debate Captain Patton of Vancouver said he would take an independent stance after the government failed to reconstruct the cabinet and secure a competitive railroad. Smith Curtis described his new role while affirming Martin as incorruptible and noted his plan to retire from politics at term end due to health.
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Victoria
Patron
Vancouver
Smith Curtis
Martin
Three Canadians Die Before Cape Verde Islands
A private letter reports that three Canadians from the 8.8. Montfort died before reaching Cape Verde. The fallen were Star Sergeant Purdon of Montreal formerly of the Canadian Mounted Rifles Trooper Mann of Montreal Trooper Patton of Toronto an Englishman Mann was the son of GO Mann of Ottawa
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Montreal
Montfort
Cape Verde Islands
Purdon
Canadian Mounted Rifles
Mann
Patton
Toronto
Ottawa
Kaslo man reports Ottawa talks on lead refining bounty
G C Buchanan of Kaslo says a delegation met Ottawa ministers to press a lead refining bounty. A government measure to meet their wishes was promised before session end, with bill introduction in about ten days. Buchanan will stay in touch as suggestions are invited.
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Ottawa
J. Roderick Robertson
Robertson
Lardo boom eyed as C P R railroad spurs shipping
Lardo district expects a mining boom with C P R railroad progress. Silver lead prospects face transport relief as lines reach Comaplix enabling shipments to improve profits. Beatrice group on Mohawk Poole Creek area among noted properties, with owners Boucher brothers.
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Lardo
Comaplix
Thorougly
Poole Creek
Mohawk Creek
Poole
Beatrice Group
Boucher Broth
Prospecting Boom Follows railroad Along Poole Creek
The Nelson area records a flurry of mining activity as multiple properties along Poole Creek and Lexington Creek prepare to resume work or commence development. Properties include Black Bear Eclipse Wild West and Lone Star with plans for tunnels, development charges, and new shipments anticipated once rail transportation makes ore movement feasible.
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Ers
Fulmer
Nelson
Beatrice
Poole Creek
Black Bear Group
Detroit
Lawrence Defew
Chauncey Depew
Black Bear
Eclipse Group
Alwa
W. Jackson
Rossland and Incorporated
Little Eclipse
Harvey Brothers
Lardo
Lone Star
Kitsap
Jumbo
Frisco
Walter Myers
Camborne
Comaplix
Heas
Trial at Golden for Fred Collins in Dando murder
Fred Collins, jailed in Rob gon for the Peterboro murder of Arthur Dando, will be taken to Golden today by Constable Forrester. His trial is set for May 14 and solicitor Thomas O'Brien of Holden seeks to keep him there for defence consultations.
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Golden
Fred Collins
Arthur Dando
Peterboro
Forrester
Robgon
Collins
Thomas O'Brien
Holden
Vancouver Coast Smelter Plans Seen With Granby Interest
A Granby smelter manager Mr Graves and aide visit Vancouver to study establishing a large smelting refinery here. If feasible Vancouver may host a coast turning point with expanded operations, new machinery, and power from Kettle River. The interior plant could double capacity and add blister copper converters.
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Vancouver
D. PL Graves
Grand Forks
Boundary Country
A. C. Flimmerfelt
Victoria
Graves
Coast Mining
Mr. Graves
Estas
Lxsi
British Columbia
Alaska
Talen Ito
Van
Kettle
Knobhill
City approves telephone wires for parsonage convenience
City council revisits the Kootenay Lake Telephone dispute with Melville Downey asking to string wires to the parsonage for ministers attending the upcoming conference. The council grants the request noting a dead wire on Josephine street and preserves city right to remove poles if needed. Minor matters disposed.
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Kootenay Lake
Josephine Street
Fire, Water and Light
Lead shipment from Kootenay sails to Antwerp
The steamer Marian left West St John with 2700 tons of Kootenay lead concentrates. A thousand tons had already gone ahead. The cargo to Antwerp is billed as the largest Canadian lead shipment. After reaching Antwerp it will be processed into white and red lead and Vitharge for return to Canada to support paint manufacture. Early closing takes effect May 1st with hardware merchants closing at 6 p m on weekdays except Saturdays.
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Antwerp
St. John
Marian
West St John
Kootenay
Canada
Wedneyay
Hardware Merchants
Turner Bids Farewell as British Columbia Finance Minister
Victoria April 2 Hon John H Turner finance minister and ex premier formally left public life in a moving farewell to the house and country. The scene reflected decades of service and hinted he will soon become London agent general. Critics noted data gaps in pulp and iron prospects and questioned government handling of major business interests.
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Victoria
British Columbia
John H
Kootenay
Turner
Brown
New Westminster
Curtis
Ife
Crow’s Nest Southern Railway
Martin
May 2nd declared a permanent holiday in Ottawa debate
A strong plea for higher judge salaries is heard in Ottawa as Sir Wilfrid Laurier announces May 2nd will be a permanent holiday and moves to place Mr Horsey’s Oil on government orders. A Victoria Day bill is discussed and a London high commission gift of conscience money arrives for the Canada customs department amid damaged details and continuation on the third page.
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Ottawa
Wilfrid Laure Jer
Horsey
Minister of Customs
High Commissions
London
England
Tows Department of Canada
Canada
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Kootenay Reclamation
Colonel Tathan
B.P
Africa
G. C. Buchanan
Kaslo, B. C
Granby Smelter
Geast
Nigild
Witole
MR. Turner
Wilfrid Laurier
B.C
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