Gold Rush Misdirection Sparks Beatrice Lake Digs
Cor. Fischer Ave and 4th St reports discuss Beaver Lake gold claims 44 miles north of Cumberland House Sask. The piece warns readers to verify findings before rushing claims, noting past sensational reports and the hardships of staking near civilization while urging patient, coordinated action to extend Fischer Avenue toward the Saskatchewan river and acquire needed rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cor. Fischer Ave. and
4Th St
Great Northland
Beaver Lake
Cumberland House
Sask
Dan Mosher
Prince Albert
Oure
Widening Fischer Avenue in The Pas Proposed for Early Action
An historical note details a movement to widen three main streets in The Pas, with Larose Avenue completed by adding 12 feet on each side. Fischer Avenue faced objections over expropriation costs, but an editorial from March 1918 urged immediate action to avoid higher future costs and to precede sewer, water, and utility works.
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Enery
Fischer Avenue
Fischer Ave
C. N.R
Old Indian Cemetery
Saskatchewan River
Pas
Edwards, Fischer
Larose Avenues
Larose Avenue
Rupert Block
Herald
Petition for 150000 road funds provokes town debate
In a Herald letter the Town Council and Board of Trade urge the provincial government to grant 150000 for roads. The writer questions prior promises such as a court house jail and dock and warns against depu tations to obtain funds, noting precedents where money remains with the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
Dominion
Editorial notes on the bridge and civic conduct inspire resolve
The piece urges immediate attention to a Saskatchewan river bridge plan and rejects small town fears. It extols living by the golden rule and forging ahead after setbacks, while lightly critiquing cheque designs and noting government standards in cheque forms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan River
Need for mining recorder at The Pas urged by prospectors
The letter argues that with many prospectors heading to the gold strike and others preparing to depart, appointing a mining recorder at The Pas is essential now. It notes prospectors travel from distant places and should not incur costs to Winnipeg to record claims, highlighting anticipated mineral development north of the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pas
Prince Albert
Edmonton
Ontario
Winnipeg
Religious teaching in schools clash over faith and policy
A reassessment of compulsory education discusses teaching religion in schools as a duty of Christian denominations, arguing the home and Sunday schools are insufficient and the classroom is the proper venue. The piece cites Catholic and Protestant views and predicts enduring church influence as debates on policy continue.
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North West Review
Macaulay
St. Paul’s
London Bridge
New England
Unknown Graves of Plymouth Pilgrims and Puritans
The passage warns that neglecting God and Bible reading in education will lead to spiritual and moral decay. It asserts that crops and vines will grow on unmarked graves of Plymouth Pilgrims and Puritans, denying any challenge to rightful possession. It concludes with a biblical proverb about sowing and reaping.
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Hudson's Bay Herald
THE
Canada
Northern Publishing CO
Joh Printing, CO
Geo. A. McLelland
Fischer
United States
Canadian Bank OF Commerce
Yukon Territory
T. S. Leitch
Union Bank of Canada
Yukon
B. B. Snydal
New England Journal
George
Simpy
Robbie
Cedar Lake
Freddie
Big Island
Pine Bluff
Golden Lion
Golden Lion Brewing Co
Louis Bacon
V. R. Ogier
PFAS
Manitoba
Hudson Bay Railway
Torrens
N. T. Macmillan CO
McArthur Block
Massachusetts Bay
Fenee Peber
Fivat Street
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