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Newspaper
Nelson Daily Miner
Location
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 13, 1899
Page
2
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The article argues the Nelson British Columbia scavenging system has never been adequate and private crews have halted service. It urges the City Council to establish a municipal dumping ground or alternative disposal method immediately to protect health during hot weather and criticizes obstructionist factions contemplating secession to form a Chamber of Commerce.
The article argues against a separate Chamber of Commerce for Nelson that would be exclusive to merchants. It notes that boards and chambers elsewhere are mixed with all business classes and warns that excluding others would harm the town’s reputation. It also praises a detailed Vancouver World map of Terminal City as a valuable promotional tool.
The ad proclaims that a satisfied patron is earned by reliable items in drugs and stock at prices showing economical value. It stresses real worth prices and high quality to ensure every sale ends satisfactorily for the customer.
J. Y. Clarke of Nelson denounces ex mayor and supporters, praising the Board of Trade for promoting federal buildings, maps, freight-rate work, and eight hour labor discussions. He warns against a separate Chamber of Commerce and urges not to tarnish Nelson’s name.
The steamer Humboldt docked with 150 Dawson passengers who brought over 100000 dollars in gold to the Klondike receipts. The ship carried nearly 800000 dollars in its treasury box.
Real estate notes report more than 200 lots in Addition A listed for sale. Details emphasize quantity and ongoing market activity in the subdivision.
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