Election notes show gains for government in multiple regions
Readings from British Columbia indicate three more government porters, with gains in New Brunswick Quebec and Prince Edward Island. Algoma returns favor Dawsy Conservative with three polls pending, unlikely to shift overall outcome. The division adds four new seats, expanding government majority to about thirty two, possibly higher per ministry claims.
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British Columbia
New Brunswick
Quebec
Prince Edland Island
Algoma
Dawsy
Acreass
Winnipeg Free Press shows partisan stance in Northwest election coverage
The Winnipeg Free Press complains about government candidates in Northwest districts receiving aid while omitting any mention of the opposing side. It asserts bias and notes editorial figures from Le Patriote and Mont Joli aided in Batoche to sway the vote for Mr. Laird.
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Winnipeg Free Press
Northwest
F. Lemieux
le Patre
Cam
Mont To Batoche
Laird
Algoma Election Dawsons Maintained Lead Across Islands
Manitoulin returns show Dawson ahead with Gore Bay 34 and Cockburn Island 42 while other townships like Duck Kayeworn and Little Current yield smaller majorities. Burke Manitowaning leads in several districts with Sanfield Bayfield Allen and Mel drum also contributing. Providence Bay Michael's Bay and Bothwell pending with Otter Tail and Garden River further trimming the margin.
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Port Arthur
Merch
Manitoulin
Dawson
Gore Bay
Harry Island
Mills
Campbell
Cockburn Island
Duck
Kayeworn
Little Current
Burke
Manitowaning
Shequindah
Sanfield
Bayfield
Allen
Meldrum
Providence Bay
Michael's Bay
Bothwell
Rainy River
Fort Francis
Otter Tail
Garden River
Toronto
Victoria BC Election Returns Conservatives Sweep
The Victoria election returns show Baker 621 and Shakespeare 571 both Conservatives elected to the last house. Liberal candidates Fell and McCalam trail with 321 and 247 votes, Robertson 179, and Hjen 357. One outlying district of twenty votes cannot alter the result. Conservatives have long held Victoria.
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Victoria
B.C
Baker
Shakespeare
H Jen
Fell
McCalam
Robertson
Capt. McCallum
Barber
DeCoamas
Booth
Felt
Boyd
New Westminster Election Returns Conservative Majority
The New Westminster riding in British Columbia shows Chisholm, Conservative, defeating Teepe by 295 votes. The constituency has a history of electing Conservatives, with J. Eomer, also Conservative, previously returned by acclamation after his death. In 1878 two Conservatives won.
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New Westminater
I. C
Chisholm
Teepe
Ledepanseet
J. Eomer
Wee
Cline and labor row again chased by Veveonter B G
Fragmentary OCR text shows names Cline labor workers and Veveonter B G in a presumed pursuit or chase. No clear context or dates provided.
Perley Popularity Showdown in Moosomin Meeting
March 7 Moosomin N W T crowd-packed mass meeting ends in clear defeat for the Grits. Chair Mr McNatghtom presided as Perley and Dickie spoke followed by Mr Cliffe of Brandon for Perley and Mr Ryan for Dickie. HL Macintosh closed the rally enthusiastically with strong applause. A local supporter went up for Perley while twenty supported Dickie.
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Moosomin
McNatghtom
Messrs
Perley
Dickie
Cliffe
Brandon
Ryan
HL Macintosh
Deposit Not Lawfully Made Protest in Saint John
A brief item from Saint John New Brunswick reports that Queen’s County deposits were not lawfully made and a protest has been filed regarding the disputed payment. The notice highlights official actions and local regulatory concerns.
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St. John, N. B
Queen's County
Notable Local Notices and a Destructive Town Fire
Whitewood and Mackintosh leaders urged to address electors soon as Dominion Lands Commissioner directs weed grin applicants to Montreal York Colonies agent. William McCaw receives an illuminated diploma and bronze medal for Wheat prize at London colonial Exhibition. Fire in Miles McArthur’s blacksmith shop causes great anxiety. main building damaged but saved. North-westerly fire path toward Woodbine Hotel. No insurance on affected properties of William Street owners and nearby tradespeople.
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Dominion Lands
Smith
Montreal
York
William McCaw
Wales
Wis
London
McCaw
Miles McArthur
Dan Hunters
New Woodbine Hotel
William Street
Miles McArhur
Thomas Curomings
John McLeod
Trianta
Government Holds Line On Fisheries Policy Amid Season Prep
Mr. Foster states the government will not change its attitude on fisheries and will take steps to guard coasts and protect fishermen if no arrangement is reached. He also notes Newfoundlanders may join Confederation as disallowance pressure on the Hull Act stirs strong sentiment.
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Foster
Newfoundland
Confederation
Government fine dispute shapes local legislation
The Be wloun thud Legislature considers actions following a government fine dispute. Dill passed by the council amid debate on penalties and enforcement.
Local Council Meeting Adopts Reports and Grants Funds
The council met at Sam merberg on Saturday March 1887 with officers present. Reports on Wolf Creek bridge Osler Mill and loan matters were adopted after discussion. security from mill contractors was to be verified. The tax collector presented an error pay and the council approved repayment to entitled parties. meeting adjourned to Wolseley in April.
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Sammerberg
Marlin
Mel’ail
Mann
Fleming
Iam
Wolf Creek Bridge
Osler Mill
Coun
Martin Ami Fleming
Eee Saneat
Manu and
McPhail
Conn
Dockney’ Coulee
Coan
Nawmons
Cowns
Martin
Nimowens
Nimmons and
Mano
Appointel & Com Witter
Bern
Ann
Gouns
Me- Phat
Gene
Lamber Coe
Texes
Ee.ai
Wolseley
Mountain Accident Claims Several Lives in Snow
A mountain disaster reported last week following a wire break caused by heavy snow. The snow plough collided with a shed and a train, killing superintendent Mr Greer and several others, including Mr Truman Stary. Mrs Greer mourns with young children. The full roster remains unknown.
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Eniu
Jorn
Sis Perenne
Greer
Enow-Plongt Brigade
Truman Stary
Anf
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