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Newspaper
Phoenix Pioneer
Location
Phoenix, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Nov 08, 1902
Page
3
Folded paragraphs from an old dispatch hint at a Brooklyn political realignment influenced by a Garratt McKenzie Muny group. Local observers in several districts discuss a new process that may galvanize the baseline camp in Omaha.
Long column notes mining expansion in the west with mentions of undertakings by Ottabay Newgee Mann and Stexollettr for Jim JN Greenshirldy KC and Beit ind Columbia. Reports cover water rights disputes in Rossland Grand Forks Vancouver Morrisey irrigation tax changes at 194 mills, a fire and a murder case in Russland, Revelstoke electric pricing cuts, and a Grand Forks smeltery project with Snowshoe directory development anuncios. The piece reflects press dynamics across towns like Nakusp Field and Phoenix with editorials on local news.
Bank history and figures show Eastern Townships Bank established in 1859 with capital 2 000 006, paid in 4 985 225 and reserve 1 200 000. The document lists names, places, and varied entities across provinces and towns with scattered readable details.
A historical ad lists daylight departures from Daymore Junation to St. vnl and Kootenay Janeling to Toronto Montreal and eastern points. It notes through connections to Europe via Atlantic routes and prepaid tickets from European countries.
Notice states that the Fashion Livery Stable was purchased and from October 1, 1903 all bills due are payable to the new owners. It directs that all accounts listed since that date will be settled by them and is dated Phoenix, H C, October 5, 190.
A discussant surveys poets dramatists and novelists who foresaw scientific advances. It cites Calderon and Strada on wireless communication ideas prefiguring Marconi, describing a stone and needles alphabet telegraph and synchronized signals across distances without wires. The piece notes such prophecies span eras and hint at future simplifications beyond Marconi.
A Sunday Magazine recounts the unveiling of a Florence Nightingale bust by John Steell, sculptor to Queen Victoria. Highland regiment veterans visiting Beautart hospital allegedly cheered the sculpture, burst rank, and proclaimed Miss Nightingale with cheers, declaring the moment the greatest compliment of Steell's life.
A damaged excerpt depicts a traveler pleading for mercy at a New York pier customs desk. The inspector insists on strict payment of a fee, recalling a past close call with a Washington visitor and warning against repeating the error.
Biographer Hensman refutes the saying that Cecil Rhodes never met a man he could not buy. He notes the origin lies in a single overheard remark about a hypothetical telegraph from Africa and an intended encounter with Khalifa rule. The tale, he says, has been distorted over time.
A convicted man, serving a life sentence, seeks to marry a fellow inmate. The governor objects. the jury cross examines. He cannot prove a valid prior marriage, and the would be bride consents to proceed despite scrutiny.
Certificate documents improvement activities on the North Mine claim within Grand Forks Mining District. It lists claimants Wellington, Slaton, and others as agents and details the approval date and conditions for surface operations at the Kaluieca area.
A spoof tale from Charles Battell Loomis about a millionaire and a beggar stranded on a banana island. They spar over wealth and appetite, trading quips as they survive on bananas and improvised meals. The beggar imparts a moral about nourishment and value over money.
The piece quotes Mark Twain critiquing Mrs Astor’s claim that education defines a gentleman. Twain argues true gentlemanship comes from courtesy and selflessness, citing a California miner who shared wealth, supported a widow and her daughters, and lived simply. He recalls the man’s final acts of generosity and sacrifice as the measure of a gentleman.
In a mnemonically garbled scene two characters debate the future after college. One asks about wealth or fame while the other claims plans to become a professional baseball player despite the confusion and stage attire.
Fragmentary record outlines a mineral claim under the Mineral Act mentioning applicants and a grant process. The text references J. Johnson and others in connection with Crown grant procedures and land parcels near Lookout Mountain and Lookout Claim area.
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