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Newspaper
Nelson Daily Miner
Location
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Dec 14, 1901
Page
2
A fragmented newspaper notice lists subscription rates for The Nelson Miner including daily by carrier and mail, monthly and yearly options, with various currency terms and foreign rates. It notes advance payment and lists advertising agents in Spokane Washington and a London office.
The article discusses four bylaws to raise 170000 for an electric light plant, isolation hospital, fire alarm system, and a high school. It argues against a 150000 electric debt now, favors the high school and fire alarm, but warns debt and higher taxes amid low mineral prices.
A terse notice advertises gold priced at 100 per package with emphasis on value and availability. No further context or specifics provided about seller or origin.
The passage notes the city could temporarily obtain power from West Kootenay Power and Light to avoid losing municipal rights. It suggests no immediate debt burden and that a future, better financial state could allow building its own plant near Ronnington Falls.
Editorial notes discuss Canadian Pacific Railway advertising shipped to Australia, including pamphlets on Canada’s resources and photos. It cites self propelled fire engines as now used in Boston and New Orleans, noting their efficiency and cost savings. It also surveys Laurier birthday notices and emerging views on women as assistant curates in England churches.
Advertorial testimonials claim Asthmalene cures asthma and hay fever with instant relief and notes of trial bottles offered free. Letters from Rev Wells and Dr Wechsler praise its effects while questionable claims and medical analyses circulate about its composition.
A reader from Hillsborough, Texas praises Baeklen’s Arnica Salve for corn pain and claims it quickly cured sprains bruises cuts and sores with a magical effect. The note mentions a cure guarantee by Canada Drug and Book Co and an advertisement price of 25 cents. Additionally a notice states uncollected dishes from St Saviour’s bazaar returning to McFarland and Brockman’s Baker Street store.
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