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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 30, 1886
Page
2
The notice lists monthly and yearly ad rates with charges for changes, word counts, and special rules. It notes exclusions for sales and public notices, and reserves the right to refuse ads deemed questionable. Contact Weidman at Appelle Station, Asin K J Weresax, Proprietor.
A town meeting last Monday revealed farmers and ratepayers divided over incorporation and the Wood Mountain and Qu Appelle Railway bonus. Critics warned the town would bear debt if incorporation occurs, while others noted the tax law favors farmers and disadvantages merchants as the town expands.
Citizens weigh the balance between promoting settler land improvement and caution against overburdening town finances. Supporters favor encouraging farmers against nonresident speculators while noting the town may not yet bear municipal costs. The decision should reflect the best interests of the community and proceed if prudent.
A letter to Mr. T. W. Jackson secretary of Wood Mountain and Qu Appelle Railway is described, written by Mr. W. C. Caneron of Edgeley Farm, with Mr. Jackson’s reply thereto noted.
Early returns show the Mowat government holding a majority of about twenty six. Fifty seven government men are reported to the Thirty oppositionists, with three constituencies still awaiting results.
The Regina Journal decries Conservative Party recruiting as triumphant of talent while accusing Reform press of immediate hostility, referencing Mr. Goldwin Smith and Sir John’s praetorian cohorts in a charged editorial stance.
The Progress reminds readers who have not renewed for a second year that terms expire January 1. At 81.00 per year the paper will not be mailed unless payment is received and unrenewed subscriptions will be stopped when the term expires.
Dakota and Minnesota farmers face gopher damage experts cite a California method using gunpowder and sulphur packed into two ounce cartridges to fumigate holes. The Acme Exterminator device is reported to aid burning sulphur and driving fumes into burrows to kill burrowing animals.
The Sande Qu Appelle Agricultural Society voted a donation of funds to the Qu Appelle Band and passed thanks to Messia, Thomson & Nelson for their loan of members. The annual meeting was set for March 19, 1887, at Peu.
A 1886 letter from Wid. Cameron to T. W. Jackson requests details on the Wood Mountain and Qu Appelle railway before bonus votes. Questions cover land grant mileage, farmer work prospects, leading capitalists and their funds, and proposed route plus distance east from the survey. Cameron notes farmers’ need for direct benefits and mentions bylaw withdrawal and municipal initiative.
The correspondence from Fort Qu Appelle and area discusses railway construction, labor local hiring, and a target of 240 miles of track with annual progress. It notes leading capitalists and the Wood Company, plus a push to incorporate the town to control finances and avoid undue rural bias. It argues for municipal incorporation to fund roads and services with minimal extra cost to countryside districts.
The Quebec Legislature has been called for January 27 prompting anticipation of potential policy discussions. Provisions for proceedings and expected agenda items remain under review by officials.
The text traces Chanukah and Christmas lights symbols from ancient Temple candlesticks to medieval and later church displays. It notes the Dedi cation Festival and the Nativity date, mentions the German Weihnacht name, and cites notable lighted trees and lamps in Europe, including cathedrals in Essen and Brunswick and various churches in France and England.
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