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Newspaper
Nelson Daily Miner
Location
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 01, 1899
Page
2
Yesterday Nelson celebrated the driving of the first spike in a new electric tramway system. English capital funds the project with large investments in real estate, signaling confidence in Nelson’s future. The event parallels gas and coke works, marking Nelson as the interior province’s leading and most prosperous city amid mineral wealth and growth.
The passage discusses the aftermath of Mr. Martin's downfall and how rival newspapers in Victoria treat his role. It cites The Columbian of New Westminster denying credit to Opposition papers and asserting Martin caused his own downfall, while noting other papers raised concerns and reshaped public perception. The text centers on media blame and political accountability during a provincial crisis.
The Miner credits The Victoria Globe as the newspaper most deserving of praise for its extensive treatment of Mr Martin. The Province is faulted for not presenting a genuine departure, instead praising him in a leader while omitting candid reflection on his role in the Eight Hour law and alien exclusion.
The death of Sir James David Ed gar speaker of the Canadian House of Commons was unexpected after months of ill health He had recently left Ottawa for rest at a Lake Simcoe retreat Friends in Ottawa expected his return next session His death will be mourned by many beyond his party Era of Golden reports a Nelson dance house proprietor shot by a policeman The town has no such place and the error is condemned as careless reporting to avoid harming the community's reputation
London July 31 in the House of Commons Mr Michael Davitt nationalist MP for South Mayo asked what action the United States government had taken on behalf of Mrs Maybrich the American woman.
The listing shows price points with a $1.50 base price and a full range of Perrin Fererres and Kid Gloxes priced at $1.25 per pair. Each item carries a guarantee ensuring customer satisfaction and quality.
The Home Secretary stated that representations in favor of Mrs. Maybrick from the American Government via Ambassador Choate and numerous private pleas have been received. He said it would contravene policy to present papers on the Royal prerogative to the House.
Rear Admiral William J. Sampson filed in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia a suit on his own behalf and on behalf of officers and enlisted men of the North Atlantic station who took part in the Santiago naval engagement and subsequent prize money captures. The suit mirrors Admiral Dewey’s recent filing in the same court.
Prof George Forbes of London England arrived at Niagara Falls as guest of the major electric power company officials. He is connected with the power transmission project to Toronto. Wallace Nesbitt of Toronto, counsel for the Canadian tower company, also arrived.
A private service was held at Friedrichsruhe with Emperor William sending a grand wreath. Prince Herbert Bis marck laid the wreath on the late Prince Bis marck's tomb as the Emperor lauded the late Chancellor's immortal services to the Fatherland.
The Peary relief steamer Diana left the Straits of Belle Isle last Tuesday and signalled from Battle Harbor Labrador All well The vessel is expected to encounter heavy ice packs near Greenland Coast which will likely delay its return The report comes from northern Labrador shipping news
A baggage pile on the Pawpaw Lake platform was struck by a passenger train sending baggage among 300 waiting passengers. Several were injured, and Miss Clara Hanley of Chicago is believed fatally hurt in Benton Harbor Michigan on July 31.
Capt. Herman Smith, formerly mate of the Coquitlam, attempted suicide yesterday in Victoria. He was shot in the left side, the bullet removed at Jubilee Hospital, and he is on the way to recovery.
Liverpool July 81 The British steamer Ismore commanded Crosby from Montreal July 19 arrived with slight damage after colliding with the British steamer Dungonnell in harbor waters.
London reports the death of Sir Phillip Manfield a prominent Englishman who served as mayor of Northampton and represented Northampton in the Liberal Interests party from 1891 to 1895. He was born in 1819 and his passing marks the end of a notable political career.
The offer lists Imperial Insurance and other London and Edinburgh firms with loans from Globe Loan & Savings Co in Toronto and British Columbia Permanent Loan Co in Vancouver. It promises best conditions with loans payable anytime without bonus and notes an International Registry Company accident and sickness policy for 1500 dollars. Price is 3.00 per year.
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