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Newspaper
Prince Rupert Journal
Location
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 17, 1913
Page
2
The Prince Rupert Journal outlines subscription costs for daily and weekly editions and locations. It laments vigilantism noting the magistrate’s access to evidence and the public's lack of it, while condemning lynch law and condemning the failure to catch the guilty party.
Hon. T. W. Crothers announces new regulations to shield immigrants from unscrupulous agents. Licensed agents must display licenses, keep wage and placement registers, and obtain written employer orders. Orders older than two months cannot be filled. inspections are allowed. fines up to 100 dollars and imprisonment up to three months.
The public questions a police magistrate's ruling from a closed hearing citing insufficient identity evidence. The piece notes appeals exist for judicial errors, praises the oath of office, and suggests Magistrate Carss would welcome review to prevent street rumor influence while stressing decisions rely on presented evidence.
Canadian ship building interests push for government aid to develop the industry in Prince Rupert. The Grand Trunk Pacific drydock and ship sheds enable local construction, with ongoing demand for small steamers to support the fishing trade and port growth.
By order of Judge Young on April 7 1913 I was appointed Administrator of the estate of James Hunter deceased intestate. All claims must be verified and sent by April 29 1918 and all debts due to the estate paid promptly. Dated April 14 1913 John H McMullin Official Administrator.
Official Administrator John H. McMullin asks all claimants against the estate of James Reid deceased to file verified claims by April 29, 1913 and all debts to be paid promptly. Dated April 14, 1913.
Discussion notes the need for Canadian shipbuilding and wonders if government support can reduce UK imports. It argues Prince Rupert could become a major shipyard on the American Continent if financial aid enables vessels to be built locally. Also records a May 16 weather barometer reading and a church parade for Grey's Rifles on May 26 to Bungland.
Nesner and Besner proprietors advertise the New Knox Hotel on First Ave Prince Rupert. The hotel features modern improvements, a bar with top liquor and cigars, a cafe open from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and rooms from 50 cents and up.
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