Nelson notes and business notices from local paper
Local items report Percy Chapman leaving for Vancouver with McDonald and Co, death of William Carley in Winnipeg, lodge No 94 officers elected, a library fund raising dance planned for February 11 at Phair hotel, Captain Gifford of the Silver King reporting light snow, grippe cases at the mine, hotel guest list, and an ad touting Wallace-Miller Co suits as a cheaper alternative to cleaning.
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Percy Chapman
McDonald and Co
Vancouver
D. M. Carley
The
Economist
Robert Carley
Winnipeg
William Carley
Gault Bros
R. Weir
L. 8. Otis
J. B. Pollard
J. H. Robie
W. M. Roberts
D. Wambold
T. A. Mills
A. Tregillus
Phair Hotel
Herr Steiner
Gifford
Silver King
Nelson
Chinese emperor meets foreign ministers in Forbidden City
In Pekin the powers' ministers are received as equals by the Chinese emperor in a formal audience at the Forbidden City. The scene shows a restrained emperor, with princes at his back and officials on both sides, while secretaries translate addresses from the ministers. In Winnipeg the Canadian Northern says it has contracts for ten locomotives by June 1 and up to 25 if needed, plus 1,000 cars for the next grain crop.
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Pekin
China
Thhe Forbidden City
Prince Ching
Manchuria
Forbidden City
Forbidden Circle
Winnipeg
Wiliam Mackenzie
Canadian Northern
Three cars of Whitewater consigned to Trail smelter
The Kaslo column notes three Whitewater cars sent to the Trail smelter. Also reported: Miss M Walker, ex-principal of Dufferin Winnipeg, visits sister in Silica street. Dr Doherty back from Spokane where he testified in court as medical expert.
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Trail
M. Walker
Dufferin Public School
Winnipeg
F. ©. Wankler
Silica Street
Doherty
Spokane
Kootenay
Rossland
Marysville
East Kootenay
Granby
New Jersey
Columbia
Vaughan
Nelson
Myers
Nelson and
Fort Sheppard
L. Edwin Dudley
Vancouver
John Jackson, Jr
Col
Dudley
Fernie
Brown
McKinley
Burton
Arrow Lake
Death from pin scratch shocks Toronto man
J C Siigley, living in Toronto, scratched his finger with a pin several days ago and died today from blood poisoning. The incident highlights risks from minor wounds leading to serious illness.
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Toronto
J. C. Siigley
Italy Honors Marconi With Royal Order
Rome January 23 King Victor Emmanuel awarded William Marconi the Order of St. Maurice and St. Lazarus in recognition of his contributions to wireless communication.
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Rome
Victor Emanuel
William Marconi
Reverend Parry Refuses Church For McKinley Memorial
Pittsburg January 23 Rev Dr Thus Parry with the Wilkinsburg First Presbyterian Church trustees denies using his church for McKinley memorial services on Wednesday night. He says the church has been used for public demonstrations rather than worship and was built for the worship of God.
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Pittsburg
Parry
First Presbyterian Churcch
Wilkinsburg
McKinley
Fighting Hourly Expected As Liberal Forces Reappear
The Isthmus remains quiet with both Colon and Panama circling for news of renewed hostilities between government forces and Colombian Liberals. A minor skirmish on the railway line yesterday left ten Liberal casualties.
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Colon
Panama
Here
Murdered Two Men Accusation Haunts Former Manitobans
Ex Manitobans recall the murder case in which Gordon is accused of killing two brothers, buying their farm, and vanishing after the bodies were found in a well. The report notes alibis and motives tied to avoiding further payments, with a closing ad from The Wallace-Miller Co. promoting clothing for boys.
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Halifax
Walter Gordon
Gordon
F. A. Lamblyn
Brandon
Whitewater
Industrial Commission Final Report Receives Printer’s Hands
Washington Jan 28 The Industrial Commission has completed its final report after years of investigation into the nation’s industrial conditions. A 1000 page volume reviewing evidence from 18 prior volumes will be presented to Congress soon. The report endorses federal supervision of trusts and calls for continuous inspection of corporate books.
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Washington
Industrial Commission
Times
Congress
Government Ownership of Railways and Telegraphs Debate
The article discusses proposals to place railways and telegraph lines under government ownership while not endorsing a shift away from current methods. It weighs potential benefits and cautions against immediate, sweeping changes.
Militia plans large rifle ranges funding urged
Ottawa reportsMilitia estimates point to a substantial appropriation for rifle ranges across Canada. About 200000 dollars may be voted as officials argue that rifle practice boosts soldier efficiency. A board of officers could survey sites and arrange suitable accommodations nationwide.
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Ottawa
Ottawa Citizen
Militia Department
Boston Barber Regulations Tighten Health Rules
A Boston Board of Health directive issued May 5 1900 requires sterilization of mugs shaving brushes and razors after each use a separate clean towel for every customer and blood stopping material to be used only in powder form on a towel powder buffs are banned. It notes Herpicide antiseptic use for face or scalp is safe and kills dandruff germs.
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Boston
N. Y. Sund
Boston Board of Health
Certificate of Improvements Notice for Copper King Claim
I J D Anderson agent for Mrs Katie D Green and Joe Bernard intend to apply for a Certificate of Improvements for Copper King Mineral Claim on Craig Mountain near Craigtown in West Kootenay District. Action under section 87 must be started before the Certificate is issued. Dated November 15, 1901.
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Copper King
Nelson
West Kootenay District
Craig Mountain
Craigtown
I. J. D. Anderson
P. L
Trail
Katie D. Green
Joe Bernard
J, D, Anderson
City Tender Sought For Victoria Street Frame Building
The City Council invites sealed tenders for erecting a frame building behind the city offices on Victoria Street. Plans and tender forms are at the City Engineer's office. Tenders due by 4 pm Monday January 27. The Council may reject any or all bids. City Clerk J. K. Strachan announces details from Nelson dated January 23, 1902.
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Victoria Street
J. K. Strachan
Nelson
B.A
J. K. Strahian
B. O
Copper Farm Gold Mining and Development Company claim notice
J D Anderson agent for The Copper Farm Gold Mining and Development Company Limited gives notice from Trail British Columbia that after sixty days they will apply to the Mining Recorder for a certificate of improvement on the Homestake and Hallnes Mineral Claims in the Nelson Mining Division West Kootenay District located on the west side of the North Fork of Salmon river near Craigtown. Dated November 15.
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Homestake and
Hallnes Mineral Claims
Nelson
West Kootenay
North Fork
Salmon River
Craigtown
J. D. Anderson
Liso
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Canada
Music Store
Mason
Morley & Laing
Grand Central
Queens
D G Huntington
Wife
London
A McPhail
Robson
K J Long
Creston
C Brown
P K Ahern
Seattle
Phair
A N Mouwat
H Atkinson
T G Gordon
Silverton
H H Welch
Victoria
J A Herron
E Dudley
Wallace-Miller Co
the Forbidden City
Italy
Marconi
Wallace- Miller Co
Lta
Bld Watch Sale
Patenaude Bros.' Jewelers
Board of Health
Griffiths
H. J. Vanstone
Hazlewood
Nelson Dairy
W. G. Browne
Corporation of the City of Nelson
City OF
Fire Department
Ebony
J. J. Walker
Baker & Stanley
Sts
Clement, Green & Clements Civil Engineers
Lang Surveyors
Gov. Kootenay & Victoria
Nelson P. O
Nelson Lodge No
Brethern
Laor Kootenay Lodge No. 16
Kootenay Street Road
John Mam Rae
N.G. D
W. Rutherford
V.G Fred J. Esquire
Por
Soc
Nelson Royal Arch
G. R
George Johnstone
Z 'T. J. Sims
Nelson Lodgh
Ws. Irving
Huon Stevens
Nelson Encapment No
Odd Fellows Hall
Corner Baker and
Appt Atresta
A. H. Clements
C. P
D. McArthur
B.S
Nelson L. C. L. No
Fraernity Hall
W. W. Bradley
Minty
Com. RK
J.steel
D. 8
Sons OF
Fraternity Hall
Baker and Kootenay Streets
Brethers
Edward Madeop
Court Kootenay
Sisi
J Alrving
R. P. R. Fleming
Nelson Court Star of
Mike
Box
Hall Street
B. 0
Nelson Goke & Gas Go,, Limited
Porto Rico Lumber
Nelsonff
Porto Rico
Siding
White Pine Lumber
Worl
ITV & CO
Porto Rico Lumber Co., Limited
Hendryx
Vernon
J., Nelson
West Transfer Co
N. T. Macleod
Tamarac
Baker Street
Tel
Borustown
Stanley ST
A. V. Mason
West Kootnay
Wild Horse Creek
Kenneth L. Burnet
William Blair
W. H. Danb
J. A. Barrett
Charles E. Desrosiers
Ferdinand Morin
Joseph Pitre
Mining Recorder
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