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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Feb 17, 1887
Page
2
The notice outlines advertising space costs with rates per column and per inch, mentions a transitory insertion policy, and sets a $100 charge for changes plus 50 cents for the first five words and 2 cents for each additional word. It reserves the publisher's right to refuse inserts and lists contact details for JAMER WEIDMAN at the station.
Whitewood February meeting on nomination of W D Perley and J J Dickie drew electors. Dickie defended government critique and reform platform while Perley led a pro reform turnout. The crowd split, Perley excelling. the debt and finances of Canada were outlined as Conservative-linked concerns.
The Halifax Herald argues the Reformers face an overwhelming majority against them in the coming election. It notes the current House margin of about 89 and estimates Grit gains unlikely to exceed 40 seats, with Nova Scotia and Quebec key. It warns that even if the Grits win heavily, Sir John Blake may be driven from public life if past trends repeat.
Fragmented text contrasts American and Canadian behavior, arguing Americans would share or submit to intimidation. cites a shift in American national character over the last six months. The garbled passage references a Herald claim and reactions to perceived greed and advantage.
The Moosomin Courier discusses Governor Dewdney amid calls to reappoint him. It praises his early unpopularity turning to support, notes shifts in party and council attitudes, and urges Ottawa to reappoint him to guide the new Local Legislature through impending changes.
A letter lists men who worked on a township bridge contract let by tender. It names workers by range and residence in 16 and 15, notes Albert Craig as contractor, Thomas Blair and others, and claims cheques show they were paid. It also appends additional names from ranges 14 and 15 tied to Dominion Government funding and the Northwest Council.
The passage states no office grants dignity by itself and a true sense of dignity comes from the holder. It warns that a Hebrew heart cannot hide a stain for life and notes music as a powerful, unaccountable influence guiding human action and essential to religion’s services.
The author argues Canada would resist war with the United States and stresses unity in Canada. The piece contemplates risks of a war with England and the difficulty of river and lake logistics, warning against aggressive belligerence and urging restraint. The tone mirrors a civic oration on national security and public sentiment.
Last year grain shipments from Montreal to Europe rose 40 percent with wheat and corn volumes reaching 7 million and 4.5 million bushels respectively. Comparisons with 1885 show a 64 percent jump in wheat shipments via Welland canal and St. Lawrence route.
Fragmentary rant contemplates Canadian defenses and American invasion during a chaotic wartime moment. It references Niagara bridges, Canuck gunners, Buffalo, Toronto and Halifax, with patriotic notes to save Macdonald and Canada and a figure named John A. American amid noisy, garbled prose.
Regina reports from Ottawa that Hayter Reed ordered Warden Fedeon to release Big Bear and three other braves implicated in the rebellion. The old chief, around four score, is praised as innocent minded by an Indian officer. Wandering Spirit, his son-in-law, described as evil, led raids and horse theft. Big Bear, the Peace Chief, contradicted by that view.
Local ministers in Quebec confront rising opposition as political tensions surge. Analysts note mounting criticism from opposition parties and civic groups amid policy debates and upcoming municipal events.
A garbled account references the Abysamias losing 5000 men in a battle with the Trahane. It mentions Mr Gigdstone sending a letter from Nova Scotia to Confedrarion and notes skepticism among Nova Scotia Secessionists. A stray line asserts Canada and the Dowmion are of notable size and importance amid uncertain wording.
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