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Newspaper

Nelson Daily Miner

Location

Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Aug 23, 1899

Page

2

British Columbia Political Turmoil Urges Leader to Act

In a sharp critique of provincial governance the Nelson Daily Miner questions the Premier's handling of a forged council minute and alleges misrepresentation by Minister Cotton. It argues the matter harms the public trust and calls for resignation or removal, urging the Lieutenant Governor to intervene for the province's sake.

Dominion British Columbia Govie Martin Cotton Executive Council Deadman’s Island Cotten Mr. Cotton Mr. Semlin

Helgensen Promises Opposition If Bright Hour Law Stands

Mr Helgensen says the Government must repeal the Bright Hour law and the Anti Alien Act or face opposition. He warns repeal would be self-destructive while not repealing could bring calamity and murder, and notes Mr Semin prays to escape battle and death though fate seems against him.

Mr. Helgensen

Government demagogues accused of exploiting white labor

The Victoria Colonist criticizes the government for insincere anxiety for white labor claiming they keep the issue open for political gain. The paper argues the leaders have played for themselves from the start, disregarding public interest as events unfold.

Victoria Colonist

Labor votes and political scandal in British Columbia

The piece questions labor voters as tools for others amid a weak corrupt Government in British Columbia. It notes Henderson’s unopposed run in New Westminster and warns the Opposition is conserving strength for an imminent, severe struggle. Colonia Panama reports yellow fever cases from Guayaquil and calls for a canal zone lazarette to protect Isthmus traffic.

Henderson New Westminster Colon Colombia Panama Guayaquill Ecuador Pacific

Telegraphic contradiction clears Five Fingers rapids death report

Victoria reports no truth to the claim that J. O. C. Tuche of the public works department was drowned at Five Fingers Rapids. The Dawson paper stemmed the story, which wrongly identified surveyor Frank Richard of the telegraph construction party as the victim.

Victoria J. OC. Tuche Public Works Department Five Fingers Dawson Tache

French Shore Dispute Moves Toward Settlement

The Colonial Government in St Johns reports that negotiations between Great Britain and France on the French shore issue are in progress. Imperial Secretary of State for the Colonies Joseph Chamberlain notes hopeful prospects for a speedy and satisfactory arrangement. French have withdrawn earlier than usual.

Every Shrewd Housekeeper Seeks Irish Table Linen Deals

A local merchant urges housekeepers to value good table linen and notes reliable prices for pure Irish linen in various widths. The ad highlights line by line pricing at low per yard rates to attract customers.

Miner On Sale At Local News Stands Five Cents

The Miner is offered at five cents per copy at multiple outlets including Gilbert Gainey Thomson Stationery Canada Drug & Book Co Hotel Home News Stan Hotel Phair News Stand Humphrey Mittook Campbell Nelson J F Delaney KR A Bradshaw Slocan News Co Thomson Bros Hotel Spokane M W Simpson Lamont & Young John Dryden James Hienikion Samuel Price I A King & Co.

Gilbert Aainey Thomson Stationery Wo Canada Drug & Book Co Hotel Home News Stan Hotel Phair Humphrey & Mittook 1 Campbell Vf Nelson J.F Delaney KR. A. Bradshaw Slocan News Co Thomson Bros Spokane M. W. Simpson Lamont & Young John Dryden James Hienikion Samuel Price I. A. King & Co

Tea packaging claim prompts cautious investment question

The text contrasts between investing in the Athabasca mine and numerous wildcat ventures. It argues experience shows the value of the known option and questions the merit of experimenting with uncertain ventures when a guaranteed article, Truety’s pack tea, offers sure returns.

Athabasca Muicur

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