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Newspaper
Phoenix Pioneer
Location
Phoenix, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 08, 1902
Page
2
Provincial and Dominion press condemn the severity of the sentence in MacAdam's case. They argue judges overstepped, letting personal feelings influence justice. MacAdam is released after tendering apology, while newspapers unify in criticism of the judiciary's power.
Edward Gawler Prior travels through mining regions in British Columbia to assess needs and press for government action. The piece argues the mining industry drives revenue, criticizes slow government support, and hints at political maneuvering around Premier Dunsmuir and a potential shift to Prior as premier in the redistribution era.
The Similkameen area is rising in mining prominence with several rich strikes and numerous property transfers. Four miles north of Similkameen, four claims worth $7,000 each are being developed for American capital. Nickel Plate mines employ about 45 men and bond a Winnipeg claim for $30,000. A large stamp mill is planned near Similkameen City to process high grade ore. Public meetings of the Canadian Mining Institute will be held in Nelson with papers on concentration, mine tinkerings, cost comparisons, safety, and Vancouver Island resources.
Editorial note laments fugitive figures and press absence in East Kelotenay while King Edward's London coronation proceeds. With $260,000 in suits pending over the May 23 colliery disaster, the company seeks to scatter witnesses as legal action lingers and public attention shifts.
The mining and railway sectors in British Columbia face paralysis as a dispute between a major company and its workers triggers mass unemployment. Leaders urge government intervention while local figures criticize delays in railway subsidies and triumphs in securing Dominion funds for regional projects.
The text urges early advertising to seed growth and speed sales. It emphasizes positive messaging over attacking competitors, praising ads that are beautiful and convincing. Advertising is described as sand on the rail that renews vigor, enabling purchases that would not occur without promotional influence.
A fragmentary advertisement touts a Milwaukee line offering the Pivoeur Limited between St Paul and Chicago with Transcontinental connections. It promises luxurban coaches electric lights and superior service, urging readers to contact agents for rates and pamphlets.
William MacAdams editor and publisher of the London Paystreak, a mining paper in the Slocan, faced a full court trial for harsh criticism of the judiciary. He was sentenced to nine months imprisonment with a probable additional twelve months, highlighting a severe example for newspaper men.
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