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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
May 26, 1887
Page
2
The Qu Appelle Progress lists advertising rates for space in columns and inches with separate prices for treater columns and half columns. It excludes auction entertainments legal notices or transitory content. Contact James Idmas and K J Wersmas for details.
Manitoba premier received a telegram from Sir George Stephen of the Canadian Pacific Railway warning against diverting Northwest business to American channels and threatening western shop relocation to Port William. The exchange sparked stern public concern as Winnipeg’s growth hinges on CP access and investors face a strained stance amid public debate over control and prosperity.
The text discusses protests against railway disallowance, urging expansion of the Hudson Bay Railway to relieve monopolies. It cites Norquay and Stephen’s telegrams, arguing for Canadian routes over U S connections and warning that current agitation harms financing for northern projects.
The Dominion Parliament was asked to create a Legislative Assembly and Executive for the Northwest Territories. A Regina meeting on the 17th passed a resolution opposing provincial government while supporting a more responsible system. The group suggested possibilities if governs changes occur, including a three member advisory council.
The council discusses choosing officials with the Lieutenant Governor as executive and proposes an advisory body not required to reside in the capital. They offer to call meetings or obtain advice by letter as needed and may expand the idea in a future issue.
Election in the district Tuesday attracted less interest and a smaller vote than the Council election. Return figures are incomplete but indicate Sutherland secured a handsome majority.
The text argues that Hon. M. Bowell should become governor and would make a good minister of customs. It praises his capabilities and suitability for the role.
Montreal on May 22 Sir George Stephen voiced strong views on Premier Norquay s plan to link Winnipeg with the Northern Pacific arguing it would undermine Canada s transcontinental line and force reliance on American routes He warned Ottawa to safeguard the CPR and warned that diverting traffic could end independence from American railroads and hurt western freight efficiency.
A humorous natural history sketch discusses the origin of the common fly, noting its mysterious beginnings and persistence. It jokes about window pane lore and suggests a patentable method to keep flies out. The piece ends with a dated touch and light whimsical tone.
Mr Perley in Montreal reports Sir George promising Manitoba and Southwestern Railway extension up to 100 miles to a point southeast of the Dirt Hills within twelve months. He notes funding constraints and a broad disallowance agitation affecting credit and stock. Manitoba has $4 million invested in branch lines. Canadian Pacific plans to show strong support for settlers by expanding grain handling and capacity.
Reliable sources report Grand Trunk has arranged with Northern Pacific to oppose Canadian Pacific by building a Winnipeg railway this fall. The plan uses Sault Ste. Marie powers to reach Winnipeg via a junction east of St. Paul, aiming for Northwest grain trade. Two thousand men to be hired this week with completion projected before December.
A Georgia farmer, frustrated by crow damage to his wheat, attempted dynamite use by placing small quantities in a pea bait. Crows allegedly took the bait and one exploded high in the air, after which no crows have returned to the field.
Lieutenant Greely notes the extreme cold near Lady Franklin Bay at 42.5 latitude during the early polar expedition. The men endure long winters with scant fresh meat three meals a day and two lunches, using blubber and tallow as fuel and rationing alcohol with strict moderation. They rely on walrus and polar bear meat, pelts, and limited staples to stay alive amid harsh conditions.
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