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Newspaper

Nelson Daily Miner

Location

Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Jan 16, 1902

Page

2

Nelson Miner Endorses Fletcher Ticket for Mayor and Aldermen

The Nelson Miner and The Tribune present parallel tickets for mayor and ward aldermen. The Miner backs Frank Fletcher for mayor and candidates in West and East wards, praising Fletcher as a strong, economical, progressive leader. Kirkpatrick is criticized as a failure, while Fletcher is praised for initiative and prudent governance and for maintaining law, order, and public improvements through 1902 and beyond.

Miner Tribune Frank Fletcher J A Kirkpatrick West Ward John Hamilton DC McMorris Ald Haro'd Selous Thos Kirpkatrick Aldermen Fletcher Nelson Kirkpatrick

Political Harlequin in Nelson Campaign Stirs Voter Backlash

The Tribune denounces Mr Kirkpatrick and his political sponsor as unstable and self serving. It cites Mr Houston to criticize shifting allegiances, opposition to public works, and ties to various parties, arguing voters will reject the slate and their backers at the polls.

Kirkpatrick Quckly Tribune The Houston Rossland Nelson Gas and Coke Company Nelson Canada West Ward Thomas J. Scan DC McMorris

Svengalli and Trilby in City Campaign Swirl

A municipal race shows Trilby like Kirkpatrick and Svengalli like Houston in a staged clash. Mayor Fletcher seeks a chance to speak. Kirkpatrick silent under Houston control, prompting a warning that electing him would yield poor city governance. Vote Fletcher and allies to avoid chaos.

J. A. Kirkpatrick Trilby John Houston Svengalli Fletcher Kirkpatrick W. W. Beer Kirk Mr. Kirkpatrick Houston

Mayoralty Candidate Compared As Puppet Leader

The critique labels J A Kirkpatrick as a weak leader who would merely follow others and not initiate policy. It argues his council tenure showed no independent thinking, with him acting as a “chair warmer” who opposed water and lighting bylaws then joined the opposing side when adopted.

J. A. Kirkpatrick Mr. Kirkpatrick Kirkpatrick Nelson Tribune

Editorial notes question Houston ratepayer stakes

Editorial notes question the cost of public leadership and a political figure named Houston. The Nelson Economist asks ratepayers whether to sustain perceived extravagance or demand financial restraint. The piece frames a choice between Houston and the people, urging citizens to consider the impact on taxpayers.

Mr. Houston Nelson Economist Houston

Asthmalene testimonials and political notices emerge

A flood of testimonials touts Asthmalene as a cure for asthma and hay fever, with letters from New York and Avon Springs praising relief and urging full purchases. The piece also critiques local politics, flagging candidates and urging voters to reject those allied with the Houston-Kirkpatrick bloc.

Drs. Tarr O. D, Phelps M. D Rivington Street Raphael East 129Th St New York City

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