This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Phoenix Pioneer
Location
Phoenix, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Mar 15, 1902
Page
2
A fragmented OCR text discusses advertising charges for weekly inserts and a long critique of mining profits and financing. It references mine owners, support for a tax or subsidy, and hopes for more equitable distribution of burdens amid provincial finances.
Premier Dunguuly pushes a redistribution bill amid opposition belief the Boundary should receive two representatives, with Grand Forks and Kettle River mining divisions cited. The plan, tied to a larger railway scheme, aims to reflect population shifts and boost regional influence in Victoria.
Reports indicate Hors forces increased activity near Gran Forks with Greenwood's faction advancing. Citizens describe chaotic conditions as residents face disruption while a pile company prepares to move in. Several Fuba soldiers were killed in recent clashes.
The Kaslo Associated Boards of Trade discussed the inequities of the current mining tax regime. They noted a 2 percent gross value levy plus smelter deductions harms low grade miners and proposed revenue alternatives. Potential fixes included higher work requirements or per acre fees for crown granted mineral claims, while adjusting non crown claims.
A fragment suggests a distressed tale where a couple prays for a baby and a haunting boy is left on their doorstep after an ad. The note warns that while prayer is valid, quick returns come from printer's ink, echoing the era’s belief in publicity and printed notices.
A fragmented clipping notes a public row about a man named Frater Ox and a propulsive claim of firearms and danger. It mentions a journalist's fear of misusing weapons, a comparison to a province copy, and comments on military critics. The piece references Vancouver World and Kamloops Standard with dubious dialogue about city finances and a $500 payment incoming within thirty days.
The column reports diverse ore movements and mine activity. It notes shipments from Whitewater, Josie, Centre Star, and Slocan Star contracts to Averett and other smelters, with figures for tonnages, payroll changes, and upcoming smelter fillings. The piece highlights leadership views on taxes, new smelters, and a brighter Cascadia outlook.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.