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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Apr 19, 1889
Page
4
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The paper releases a special Easter edition on Friday April 19 1889 claiming original content not copied from rivals and noting use of American Press Association plates. Editors tout superiority and say other papers have followed their lead.
The article reflects on Easter as more than Lent customs. It contrasts worldly and spiritual meanings, portraying Easter as a renewal of life and a deeper awakening of the heart to God within, beyond ritual and fashion.
The passage recalls John Bright and William Gladstone as enduring partners in progress. It notes their support for the American War era, Manchester weavers aiding the American cause, and their later splits over positions such as Irish home rule. It ends by praising their lifelong friendship and the phrase inferred as progress.
The debate centers on a Dewdney introduced bill to consolidate Northwest acts and extend liquor control. Prohibition supporters argue for a direct vote on licensing, warning that amendments could force liquor traffic on the Northwest unless Prohibitionists gain legislative power.
The Regina Journal defends Reform principles and Prohibition amid party lines. The editorial argues Prohibition or license hinges on Territorial elections and Ottawa debates. It notes the Journal supports the Conservative government and anticipates reaction to Dewdney’s amendments.
The Montreal Witness and other Reform leaning papers condemn the Mowat Government for not enforcing the Scott Act, blaming both Dominion and Provincial governments for defeats. The piece notes shifting stances as reformers ride between party lines toward the next election.
The town reels as a new Dominion Parliament version remains unsettled and railway ties to the outside world seem distant. Meetings and strong resolutions press Ottawa while rumors say CBPR offered to take over the Regina Long Lake line for a six cent per mile passenger rate for twenty years and to build to Saskatchewan this summer. the government refused, leaving Albert prospects gloomy.
An old advertisement touts Hag gard Pectoral Balm as a remedy for chest illnesses. It claims to loosen phlegm soothe irritated mucous surfaces and cures where others fail.
Notice to incorporate a company in the North-West Territories named The Grenfell Get Den pany Limited. Objects include manufacturing wire batter and acquiring lands for business use. Chief place of business and proposed shares are noted, with R. W. Francis as secretary for applicants.
Vealed tenders addressed to the Postmaster General will be received at Ottawa until noon on Friday the 17th of April. Details of proposed contracts may be seen and blank tender forms obtained at the Post Offices of Fleming and Sintalals and at this office. W. W. McLeod Post Office Inspector. Ottawa April 1680.
Partial OCR of a tender notice noting a fee, cash terms, and a lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Mentions a date June 10 169 and a person or entity Reed Batter, with unclear context and multiple unreadable words.
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