Carruthers Drops Wager on Laurier Victory
Montreal grain dealer James Carruthers, famed in Prince Rupert, openly opposes reciprocity and bets $500 each that Laurier will not win a majority of 30 or 20 seats and that he will be beaten. The loser’s money goes to three Montreal hospitals. Carruthers has long supported Liberal causes but now speaks against the party. He notes the issue is not fit for party lines and cites past betting wins in Liberal tides.
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James Carruthers
Montreal
Prince Rupert
Carruthers
Tie
Liberal
Wilfrid Laurier
Mr. Carruthers
Laurier
Robert Neighen
Misrepresentation of Reciprocity Pact Endorsement Debunked
A Seattle clerk posted a sign claiming reciprocity would boost Canadian lands by 100 percent. The CP railway agent in Seattle disavowed the sign, noting it was unauthorized and placed by a clerk during his absence, and has since been removed. The Liberal press had circulated the item to influence opinion against the pact.
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Seattle
Winnipeg Telegram
Free Press
Louis Williams
Canadian Pacific Railway Lands
Calgary Albertan
Alberta
Canada
Williams
Momnming
Bethune notes Laurier prestige fading in Quebec
J T Bethune, former Liberal organizer in British Columbia, says Laurier’s prestige among French Canadians has collapsed after a year of reciprocity politics. He attended a Hull meeting with C H Cahan and reports a large crowd yet tepid reaction to Laurier’s name compared with Bourassa and past leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal Star
British Columbia
Bethune
J. T. Bethune
C. H
Cahan
Hull
Prince Rupert Salmon Industry Under Dominion Policy Critique
An editorial denounces Dominion and Provincial salmon policies as stifling competition and preserving a cannery monopoly. It cites licences, labor, and price practices, warns that reciprocity would divert Canadian fish to U.S. labels, and argues only a white-owned cannery can legally net sockeye. It laments limited first class salmon for locals, urging protest.
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Prince Rupert
Dominion
Vancouver
Liverpool
British Columbia
Columbia
Canada
United States
Middle States
New York
England
Seattle
Standard Oil
Beef Trust
Salmon Trust
Dominion Fisheries Department
Naas
Dominion Department
Provincial Fisheries Department
Shawatlans Passage
Metlakatla
R, T
Sawle
Letter on reciprocity and fairness from Louis Williams
A reader from Seattle urges Canada to be freer of foreign trickery and asks for equal publicity for his letter. The Free Press and a Calgary paper reportedly did not publish his note. The item notes polls closing at 5 and a pole contract awarded to Frank Hagler and others.
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Alberta
Canada
Louis Williams
Seattle
The
Free Press
Calgary
Williams
Frank Hagler
Council endorses electrical report on power house upgrade
The council backs the electrical expert for purchasing extra equipment. A Ridgeway engine will cost 14 580 dollars for the power house expansion.
Selling Without Licence Charged in Liquor Seizure at Comix Avenue
Police raided J. Gentile quarters on Comix Avenue and seized a large amount of material deemed to be for selling liquor. Stipendiary Magistrate McMullin fined the accused $300 or six months imprisonment. Also noted: the marriage of Fred Wesch and Rosa Heudenschild took place at the bride’s home on Sixth Avenue and Fraser Street with Rev. W. H. McLeod officiating. The couple will reside on Seventh Avenue.
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J. Gentile
Comix Avenue
McMullin
Fred Wesch
Rosa Heudenschild
W. H. McLeod
Sixth Avenue
Fraser Street
Sophie Heudenschild
J. BaNinger
Seventh Avenue
Board selects Miss Manning for new teacher post
The school board met Friday to consider applicants for a new teacher. They chose Miss Manning of Vancouver, an arts graduate from Acadia University Nova Scotia who completed her degree this year. She is highly recommended by college staff and will begin duties immediately.
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Manning
Vancouver
Acadia University
N. S
New City Hall Plans Approved on Fulton Street
The city council last night approved J. W. Potter's plans for a three story city hall on Fulton Street now being cleared. The building will house offices for staff police and lockup plus a top floor council chamber. Work to proceed after final preparations.
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Fulton Street
J. W. Potter
City Hall
Clements Addresses Liberal Conservative Audiences
Bob Kelly of Vancouver reports on a meeting where candidate Clements urged a Canada‑first stance and endorsed white supremacy in fisheries. He opposed Oriental labor and Japanese fishing licenses, faulted the Dominion government, and praised Borden as cheers rang out after a “God Save the King” closing.
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Clements
Canada
British Columbia
Ontario
Bob Kelly
Vancouver
Dominion
God Save the King
Mr. Clements
R. L. Borden
Hospital Staff Member Takes Short Health Leave
A hospital staff member has been obliged to take a few weeks' holiday due to health reasons.
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Shot
The New Knox Hotel Adopts European Plan in Prince Rupert
The New Knox Hotel on First Avenue Prince Rupert offers First-class service under the European plan with modern improvements. The Bar features top liquor brands and cigars, the Cafe operates 6 30 a m to 8 p m, and rooms with board are priced at $1 a day and up at 50c and up.
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Knox
First Avenue
Prince Rupert
Defection in Montreal by Liberal Leader Greenshields
J N Greenshields liberal veteran in Montreal resigns from party ranks amid strong statements of lifelong Liberal allegiance. He cites opposition to current policies and signals a major political shift in Quebec province. Greenshields warns of consequences for the Liberal leadership and local Liberal organizations.
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Montreal
J. N. Greenshields
K. C
Quebec
Mr. Greenshields
Reciproc ity Proposal Sparks Firm Opposition
A local group vows to oppose the reciprocity proposal with planned resistance and public campaigning, signaling a hard fight against the measure as it moves through the agenda.
Rebate on Taxes Extended to November First
The council extends the tax rebate period to November 1, delaying the previously stated deadline. This action preserves financial relief for taxpayers and aligns with current budget considerations. Local officials urge eligible residents to file before the new cutoff.
Water Licence Notice for Skeena District Springs
Andrew Christian Skjelbred of Prince Rupert BC plans to apply September 24 to the Water Commissioner for a licence to take eight cubic feet per second from hot springs on the Lake Lakelse border for sanitarium use on Lot 8279. Dated August 24, 1911.
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Andrew Christian Skjelbred
Prince Rupert
B. C
Lake Lakelse
Skeena Land Division
Coast District
Christian Skjelbred
Nurse Marion McDiarmid seeks land purchase near Kitwancool River
Marion McDiarmid of London Ontario a nurse intends to apply for permission to buy 640 acres more or less on the Kitwancool River. The parcel begins at a post northwest of Kitwancool Lake then runs 80 chains each direction forming a square adjacent to Lot 1878 to the north. Agent Daniel McDonald notes the deed date July 24 1911 A-15.
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Marion McDiarmid
London
Ontario
Kitwancool River
Kitwancool Lake
Daniel McDonald
Sakeena
Coast
Philip T. Chesley
Prince Rupert
Shames River
Grand Trunk Pacific Railway
Skeena Land District
B. C
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Salmon Industry
Second Avenue
Seventh Street
Jeremiah H. Kugler
Third Uncle Avenue
Ninth Jerry Street
First Ave
McBride St
P. D. Box
Douglas Sutherland
Grand Hotel
Workingman's Home
J. Goodman
Eighth and
Fraser Streets
Clinton
Anderson
New Knox’ Hotel
Artaud & Bhsndr Proprietors
Cassiar
WM. Mahlon Davis
Supt. of Water Works
Copper City
Copper River
Skeena District
Harvey Creech
Range 5
Province of
Skeena River
D. G. Stewart
H. C. Breckenridge
Ornest A. Woods
Ladysmith Coal
Rochester & Monroe
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