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Newspaper
Nelson Daily Miner
Location
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Sep 22, 1901
Page
2
The Stocan Dvill notes rising support for a smelting operation here. Mayor York reports two inquiries from outside parties and the townsite company offers a free site. Increasing ore shipments and capital interest push prospects for establishing a smelter.
The article argues Phoenix camp ore could yield hundreds of millions, likening it to Butte, Comstock lode, and Nelson divisions. It discusses ore quantities, smelter capacity, and optimistic timelines, asserting vast wealth awaits extraction with proper equipment and labor.
Slocin City plans a new industrial site as Joes develops dry ore, aiming to revive the town. Officials argue the project will enable a reduction plant and contribute to revival with projected profits, relying on Slocin’s advantageous location.
The Slocan dry ore belt gains importance as smelters demand more dry ore to process ores with high lead content. Developers file mineralized ground and new progress drives shipments. ore merchants profit from drying low grade ore. The mining district under the dry ore stimulus shows a renewed industry activity.
The American Telephone and Telegraph Company plans a transatlantic cable phone project after purchasing Professor Pupin’s invention for three quarters of a million dollars. Pupin’s coil method promises long distance transmission and lighter land wires. Also noted is a Tennessee environmental dispute where 8000 Polk County residents petitioned against an injunction. the court refused a permanent stop, keeping the mine operating.
An old ad claims Boeklen's Arnica Salve clears sores, eruptions, ulcers, and piles, with guaranteed cures. It also touts Dyspepsia and Liver Complaint relief, alleging 75 percent US prevalence and urging readers to buy August Flower and Green's Prize Almanac at low cost.
Florence Hot Blast features a deflector ring that forces heat to the floor and an intake that circulates heated air over the fire pot. It promises near complete combustion, independent operation via a rear screw register, and a back flue that intensifies room heat. The unit reportedly holds fire 24 to 48 hours with minimal attention.
A compact advertisement seeks all kinds of second hand goods with highest cash prices. It lists items from anchors to needles, furniture, stoves, cooking utensils, and cast off clothing. Also mentions repair service for a lame horse at City Horseshoeing Shop on Josephine Street. Message via Box 200 Hall Street Nolen BY.
Notice of an extraordinary general meeting at the registered office on Haker street Nelson British Columbia for the purpose of considering a resolution to authorize directors to raise £100000 by issue of mortgage bonds debentures or similar instruments by order Secretary Joan Fraser September 6 1901
Court order prompts sealed tenders for Lot 411 Group One in Kootenay District BC to satisfy a June 20 1901 judgment of 368 with costs and 5 percent interest. Tenders due October 2 1901 at 12 noon at the Nelson Court House Wy office.
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