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Newspaper
Nelson Daily Miner
Location
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 27, 1899
Page
3
Nelson reports a mining boom from the Duncan Mines Ld with new purchases and expansions. Royal Canadian and Granite operations push toward a 20 stamp mill while a tramway links quarry to mill. Local leaders discuss taxation and social issues amid growth.
Letter to the Miner questions the council’s handling of the East Bud housing problem. The writer accuses aldermen of weak action, cites promises to remove houses within three months, and asks whether councils act in good faith while urging substantial steps to address offenders and locate suitable land.
A compiled roster of hotel guests includes Hume and Jas McNamara of Erie, WHB Peard of Orillia, J M Sherrerd of High Bridge, H A Small of Vancouver, R O Walhey of San Francisco, PF Richard son of Vancouver, F H Whyte and wife of Toronto, D McLeod of Cascade, Geo D Barrow with Roberts and wife of Philadelphia, Phair H D Scribner and J E Popore of Lardo, BC, Mrs J Boucher, Miss Ida Kennedy of Butte City, Judge Wilson and others from Northport, Spokane, Detroit, Rossland, Kaslo, New York, and related associates.
Mr P Griddle of Turner Beeton and Co returned to Nelson from St Marys country. George Johnston's body was found in Queen s Bay near Balfour by Frank Anderson. J S Povah of Half Mines office is father to a daughter born the 25th. Mrs Christie of Nelson and Mrs Amable of Moosejaw visit Mrs H McKay in Nelson. Married Edward James of Nelson to Mary Brown of Kaslo on Wednesday 26 inst. Bovill of Hall Mines Ltd visiting Nelson. noted as skilled amateur billiard player. Murphy, new mining recorder at Kuskanook, praised by prospectors. International Lumber Co at Bedlington pays off crews after bridges for Porter Bros project. Charles Rykert in good form. plans visit Nelson and Rossland. J Ross of Spokane once bonded War Eagle and others on Red Mountain for 40000. deal fell due to 600 cash. Angler near Nelson reports frequent good catches. one boat may aid luck. P J Hickey of Sandon says 10 men on Ivanhoe, eight hour law would boost payroll. Gas Company clashed with Club Hotel. shot fired near hotel excavation. some window rack thrown. minor damage. Lacrosse club to host a smoking concert to raise funds for coast trip. program to be announced. Rumor of political wire-pullers meeting at Tribune office to back John Houston if election. J H Rice of Walter L Main circus arranging August 7 shows. Winnipeg papers laud the act. Adlai the Terrible Turk will visit Nelson on Saturday.
W C Yawkey and son arrived in town. Yawkey is a Minnesota Silver Co stockholder with interests in Slovan mines and Idaho mine. A tramway and concentrator for Ivanhoe is planned. Sun shine Mining and other Slocan concerns are noted as the Yawkeys advance local ventures.
The Spokesman Review warns that Canadian marksmen winning trophies in England could delay discussion of war between the Dominion and the United States. The editorial suggests domestic tensions rise as competitive success abroad fuels national debate.
In Buenos Ayres a July 26 gathering of 40 000 workers and employees sent a petition to Congress for national industry protection. President Roca said Argentina would not choose between protection and free trade but pursue rational equitable protection without harming others.
An evening paper reports General Zurlinden former Paris Military Governor will be removed from the Supreme Council of War as General de Negrier was yesterday Revelstoke moves to enforce Sunday closing law Kamloops debentures sold at par Sockeye fishing season starts well on the Coast Rich gold bearing sand found at Wreck Bay Vancouver Island causing widespread excitement
The text stresses choosing the right glasses especially in hot weather when nervous vitality is low. A wrong choice can worsen irritation and discomfort, highlighting the importance of suitable eyewear for comfort in heat.
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