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Newspaper
Nelson Daily Miner
Location
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 01, 1902
Page
2
Subscription rates and authorized agents for the newspaper are listed. Central Press Agency Ltd and Alexander & Co. of Spokane Washington are named as special agents for advertisements and subscriptions.
A ten dollar reward is offered to anyone providing evidence that convicts individuals of stealing The Miner from the subscriber’s doors. Announcement: there will be no issue of The Miner tomorrow to observe the holiday, giving all connected with the paper a chance to observe the holiday.
The piece opines on New Year resolutions and self improvement as 1903 approaches, noting Romans and Scots customs and the decline of open-house talks in Canada and the United States due to drink. It then reports on Koote nay and Yale mine output for the year, highlighting a rise to 14,000 and a gain of 2,951,243 in value, mentioning a July 12 sticky in Rossland and continuing mining activity.
The year 1901 saw varied gains in British Columbia's mining regions. Boundary Province rose to 471,875 tons, Nelson division produced over 90,000 tons of high grade ore, and Lardeau output reached 3,232 tons valued at $450,000. East Kootenay and Slocan faced price pressures but anticipate boosts from new rail, smelter, and refinery projects. Overall production totaled $13,021,000, with optimism for higher profits as prices recover and new developments proceed.
A call urges candidates to enter the race soon for mayor and aldermen and to present their plans to voters. The piece argues for a strong, progressive administration and notes election days are near with candidates should announce their platforms promptly.
Advert says Bucklen's Arnica Salve clears eruptions, fever sores, boils, ulcers, carbuncles, and felons from skin, with promises of speedy healing. Canada Drug and Book Co advertises the salve as a reliable option for cuts burns and piles. The Delmonico announces New Year’s Day dinner from 2 o'clock, with John Forestell as chef offering first class service.
The Rev O F Wells of Villa Ridge Illinois extols Asthmalene saying a trial bottle brought instant relief in severe asthma and sore throat after ten years of illness. He describes initial doubt then astonishment at the cure and requests a full size bottle.
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