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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Aug 26, 1886
Page
2
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Full and unbiased reports of the Northwest Council proceedings will be published in The Qu Appelle Progress starting around September 13. The paper pledges fairness and fuller coverage than ever, aiming for leadership in editorial standards and public trust. Subscriptions are one dollar for one year, payable in advance.
The Qu Appelle district praises W. D. Perley for his council work and securing road and bridge funds. A visit on Maen cay led to a proposal for 900 to be appropriated by Lt Governor Vowdrey for local infrastructure. The community, facing crop failures and tax constraints, seeks swift grant approval and immediate use of the money.
The fifth tea vessel departed Yokohama bound for Vort Moody amid ongoing trade movements. The C B 1 tea trate is developing Got, signaling early progress in the shipments.
The passage discusses ongoing diplomacy aimed at resolving the fisheries dispute between Britain and the United States. Officials emphasize seeking a mutually acceptable agreement through talks and cooperation to avoid escalation.
Report suggests the English government has removed Major General Strange from his pension amid allegations of persecution or injustice, with the general described as unlucky in his current situation.
The Rev. Mr. McDougall has privately funded a trip for three Christianized Northwest Indian Chiefs to Ottawa. He plans to ask the Government for expanded education facilities for Indian children.
The article notes Prince Alexander resigns the Bulgarian throne in a strange “Duar” creature plot and warns of ensuing European complications. It highlights Dewdney’s reception as lieutenant governor in Qu Appelle Wolseley and Moosomin during Sir John’s eastward journey and cites Tom Procetes praising Dewdney’s Northwest popularity. It also reports a daredevil named Kendall who swam Niagara in a cork vest for 1000 dollars to win 11 thousand from Boston backers, declaring he would not repeat the feat.
The article notes Russia has ousted Prince Alexander from Bulgaria and closed Batoum, prompting a likely war with Britain. Russia's response to England over Katoum protests unsettles London, while Lord Rosebery's firmness earns praise. The overall stance is seen as grave and fragile.
On his eastern trip Sir John met Crowfoot in mourning dress and provided a sable suit. Crowfoot now wears the attire with pride, becoming the envy of the whale camp.
The article praises Sir John for over 25 years as a Crown minister and 40 years in government. It credits his leadership in transforming Canada from colonies of Great Britain into a vast dominion. It lauds his political vision and states Canada should be proud of his achievements.
A citizen asks Minister White about a potential election in the North views ahead of the general poll. White answers negatively, prompting the citizen to call it queer. The Minister notes uncertainty and cites the Regina Leader as advocating a special election.
In Chicago the Anarchist trial verdicts found the defendants guilty as charged. The August-Fisch group including Linge Bogie Parsons Fielden Schwab faced fifteen year sentences. Neebe case judge moved for new trial as defense motions were awaited. The reading sparked cries and a sobbing crowd as wives wept and fainted in the courtroom.
Observers recount rapid modernization in Japan as feudal bonds fade, a 40 000 strong regular army forms, and freedoms expand. Printing, telegraph, railways, postal services, banks, and compulsory education advance, along with major legal reforms and provincial parliaments. Protestant missions dominate, with 100 male pastors, 600 baptisms, and plans for Christian university funding.
A historical overview of the evolution of England and Scotland flags from the red cross of St George to the Union Jack. It explains how James VI of Scotland and Elizabeth I shaped the union, the incorporation of St Andrew, and the 1707 consolidation into the United Kingdom flag. It notes Ireland’s later inclusion and 1801 adjustments.
The government seeks five year tenders to carry mail between Canada and the United Kingdom from April next. Competing lines Allan and Downe can join the contract, Bearer Lines may tender. The government bans cattle on mail steamers.
Reports say Canadian Pacific and allied capitalists plan to tender for a scheme to create a superior steamship line linked to the Beaver Line. Sir Donald A Smith and others are connected. concerns arise over Atlantic mail routes and possible government aid, with calls to share mail among lines and reroute to Montreal.
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