Tour of Minister Taylor in Queen Charlotte Islands
Hon. Thus Taylor visited the Queen Charlotte Islands with W Manson and local officials to inspect roads, trails, mining, grazing and fishing prospects. The party landed at Masset and walked and rode across the island while officials outlined needs and future road improvements. Taylor praised cattle and stock, noted potential for grazing and mining, and highlighted Pacofi’s 55 ton daily plant as a sign of growth. The trip aims to boost northern development and funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Taylor
Henriette
Queen Charlotte Islands
W. Manson
Taylor
Victoria
Jennings
Gillingham
Masset
Skidegate
Queen Charlotte City
Teles River
Lawn Point
Queen Charlottes
Pacofi
Vancouver Capital
Prince Rupert
Hunters Return With Deer In Local Hills
Garnet Graham of the provincial police force at Hazelton visits the city for a few days. Hunters in the hills report good results while arranging bargains and a furniture sale advertised by W. J. Hart. The Skeena District Agricultural and Industrial Association cancels this year's exhibition due to insufficient funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garnet Graham
Hazelton
W. J. Hart
Skeena District Agricultural& Industrial Association
Steam Drill Restarted in Morice Creek Coal Camp
Thomas Jefferson reports steam drill repairs completed after a forest fire swept Morice Creek coal operations. Boring resumes with the New York capital backer noting satisfactory progress. Camp work resumes as autumn advances with about a month of planned activity remaining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Jefferson
New York
Morice Creek
Jefferson
Crippen Trial Opens Amid Crowded London Court
London spectators crowded the court as the Crippen case opened today with press allowed inside. The initial hearing drew hundreds while bystanders gathered outside seeking entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lvr
Crippen
Early start in the pring noted at camp
The hand drill remains functional with good results and bright prospects at the camp. Mrs. Musgrave of Victoria visited her husband Captain Musgrave of the hydrographic steamer Lillooet. Duncan Ross arrived from the South and will head to Hazelton to lead his GTP section until the Skeena River freezes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Musgrave
Victoria
Capt. Musgrave
Lillooet
Duncan Ross
Hazelton
Skeena
Eezes
Shopmen Strike Hits Southern Pacific in Galveston
Three thousand Southern Pacific shopmen go on strike in Galveston on September 6 demanding higher wages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Southern Pacific
Canadian Northern President Meets Premier on Rail Matters
William Mackenzie head of the Canadian Northern railway is in Victoria for talks with Premier McBride about railway issues. Reports deny plans to seek a change of Edmonton main line location under the Edmonton Yukon and Pacific charter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
William Mackenzie
Canadian Northern Railway
McBride
Canadian Northern
Railway Commission
Edmonton
Edmonton, Yukon & Pacific Railway
Senatorial Candidate Wilson Withdraws in Favor of Burke
Seattle on September 6 reports Senatorial candidate Wilson withdrawing from the race to support Judge Burke. Burke gains competitive advantage as Wilson ends campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Wilson
Judge Burke
Auto Accident in Tacoma Kills Four
In Tacoma on Sept 6 Howard Perry and Gertrude Kirkman died after a tire exploded causing an auto crash. Frank Hunter and Mrs Raymond are not expected to survive the crash.
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Tacoma
Howard Perry
Gertrude Kirkman
Frank Hunter
Mrs. Raymond
Canada’s Coming Man Earl Rates Premier McBride
The Earl of Dunmore, touring Winnipeg after two weeks with Premier McBride in British Columbia, said Canada beyond Fort George would have a great future and called McBride the coming man of Canada.
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Winnipeg
Earl of Dunmore
British Columbia
McBride
Fort George
Lord Dunmore
Canada
City business men seek settlement with G T P over railway lands
A Prince Rupert meeting of city council and about fifty leading business men discussed the dispute with the G T P over the railway reserve property assessment. Spokesman Thomas Dunn urged negotiating with Vancouver to settle amicably, noting Edmonton and Vancouver precedents. The gathering favored a prompt, fair settlement and questioned how to replace taxation losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. I. Palmer
Law
Thomas Dunn
Prince Rupert
Pattullo
Westenhaver
Ald
Social Notes Bridge East to West Departures and Visits
H N Ross returns from a southern business trip while Hon Thomas Taylor sails to Victoria aboard the Prince George. Mrs Mercer J Adams of Toronto visits Prince Rupert with her daughter, and R L McIntosh hosts the visit. J L Parker of Pacific Metals reports from Goose Bay after awarding a contract on the Red Wing property. Mrs Young handles a local contract and preparations in the city. Mrs 8 B Johnson and Mrs Jefferson, after interior weeks, return to Prince Rupert with plans to follow to Southern California. Mrs Jefferson misses part of the Morice Creek coal camp journey due to rheumatism but enjoys a Telkwa excursion and plans to return with Mr Jefferson next spring. Hyde Park Corner hosted an afternoon tea at Lewis Coleman Hall camp with many ladies and bachelor friends aiding the festive setting. The Stewart gathering marked a first of its kind and signals goodwill toward ladies and Bohemian hosts alike, with floral decor and unique colored invitations.
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8. B. Johnson
Jefferson
Prince Rupert
Jeffeson
Prince George
California
Thomas Jefferson
Morice Creek
Hyde Park Corner
Lewis Coleman Hall
Portland
Stewart
Inspecting Work The Lillooet In Port For Meetings
W J Stewart chief hydrographer Ottawa examined operations with Captain Musgrave and staff aboard the Lillooet. The vessel remained in port for much of the time enabling thorough consultations on hydrographic service on the coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Stewart
Marine and Fisheries Department
Ottawa
Hydrographic Service
Captain Musgrave
Lillooet
Mr. Stewart
Musgrave
Grand Trunk Pacific Hotel Construction to Start
Start of construction for the Grand Trunk Pacific hotel in Victoria is announced with President Charles M. Hays in town for company business. The project marks a major development for the city and regional rail interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
Grand Trunk Pacific
Charles M. Hays
Coast Tour and Service Schedule Details Highlighted
In an interview, the department stated it is not ready to expand coast service now. The Lillooet is delivering excellent service and is currently at Dixon Entrance with favorable weather aiding survey work. Captain Musgrave reports mountains visible for much of the voyage. Before heading south, the Lillooet will finish its work in Masset Inlet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillooet
Stewart
Dixon Entrance
Musgrave
Masset Inlet
Plans for Large Farm and Orchard Project Unveiled
A Victoria party led by J. R. Anderson Fr E B Mitchell and Carlton arrives to study Skeena lands for a vast farming venture. C Hanson & Sons will lead operations including a major farm an extensive orchard and a nursery with stock to begin soon. The project aims to boost regional agriculture and attract settlers with a rail connected market on the coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
J. R. Anderson
EB. Mitchell
Carlton
C. Hanson & Sons
Skeena
Hanson Bros
May Make Trouble Fortify Panama Move Prompted
British reports note Col Roosevelt’s Panama Canal fortification idea draws comment. Some fear efforts to block fortifications if the United States proceeds. Also Roosevelts arrival in St Paul for a Conservation Congress and a travel note about W Dundas and wife passing through Stewart en route to Victoria.
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London
Col. Roosevelt
Panama Canal
United States
St. Paul
The
Conservation Congress
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William Manson
St. Andrew's Society
Carpenters’ Hall
Jefferson Interests
Burke
G.T.P
Company
Ald. McIntyre
I /G
T. P
Dunn
Vancouver
Mr. Dunn
Ald. Lynch
Mr. Westenhayer
M. M
Stephens
Smith
Ald. Smith
H. N. Ross
Mercer J. Adams
Toronto
R. L. McIntosh
J. L. Parker
Pacific Metals Company
Goose Way
Red Wing
Mr. Young
Skeena Valley
W. Dundas
City
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