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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jul 14, 1887
Page
2
An old newspaper ad shows advertising rates and terms. It lists weekly, monthly, and yearly prices, notes for business cards and transient notices, and mentions adjustments for additional words and locations. The text includes a signature Alix James Weidman.
A letter complains the Regios Journal distorts Mr. Perley’s positions on the National Policy. It argues Perley has been consistent since 1885, opposing only the high duty on agricultural implements, and notes his election tours and parliamentary statements. The writer questions the paper’s motive and mentions railway boundary plans and labor commitments in St Paul.
A quillarriver of the Leader dies from a deep wound caused by excessive pride. The author notes the wound was irritating and prolonged the death agony.
The last issue of the Lethbridge News arrives with a sprightly well printed sheet. Its enlarged format enhances appearance while retaining its brisk news coverage and readable layout.
A pointed swipe at the Leader editor who dons a dandified look and claims authority with a whip that suspends action and harms no one. The piece frames the editor as a refined but ineffective figure in the press.
A skimpy notice indicates N F Davitt Buttal declines an offer to edit the Leader. The remark labels him as a snob and notes the objection to the proposed Berm prileman method.
Hon. Mr. White, Minister of the Interior, forecasts a year end surplus and notes Manitoba public works act was disallowed. He outlines a western trip starting the 20th, visiting Kamloops Banff Calgary then Battleford Swift Current, with possible stops at Brandon Winnipeg and eastern Assiniboia. The government comments on the Imperial contract results and railway tensions with Red River Valley and CP railway plans.
Fragmentary report notes items from Tlymns ancient art to Methodist hymn books and bibles at Tae Prookess. Mentions Dr Clark and Sareaparilia ceras for blood ailments and a care for kidney complaints linked to Yanea Kidory, described as a positive remedy.
The Sobranje debate on selecting a sovereign continues while concerns grow over the Bulgarian question. Sir Henry Wolff negotiates Egypt and Constantinople issues as Russia resists concessions. Prince Ferdinand’s throne prospects spark tensions among major powers, with fears of renewed eastern crisis if Russia resists.
The Week notes the Egyptian Convention may fail to close as Russia and France align against Britain. France seeks leverage over Britain's influence in Europe and Asia while playing a catspaw role, with Bulgaria as a divisive issue. England benefits Egypt but France eyes strategic advantage.
A 19th century description recounts Upper Peace River district near Winnipeg. Hudson's Bay officials and Reverend Gough Brick work with Beaver and other communities to farm. vast timber, soil, and game resources are described along with upcoming travel routes and mail schedules.
Halifax reports detail the Merrimac wreck with 150 aboard escaping death. Officers claim it was the ships fault while passengers say otherwise. The steamer hit breakers at 12 knots and sank, boats launched after twenty minutes. some men fled the boats but all were saved. Several travelers arrived here and the rest are due tomorrow.
Milliken and Company offers New Williams sewing machines for sale. Local shop promotes models with features for home and small business use.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss supposed cures and patient beliefs. References to a physician offering bread pills and a hypochondriac portrait appear with hints of remedies and misleading claims. The text reads as an unclear recount of medical anecdotes and dubious treatments.
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