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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Nov 30, 1888
Page
4
A resolution proposed by Mr. Davidson seeks government support to grant 160 acres free of charge to settlers in the mile belt. It argues current rules charge 200 for 80 acres while new entrants gain 160 acres, highlighting injustice under the Lands Acts and urging action to align with homesteader rights.
The Northwest Territories face a plebiscite on Prohibition and liquor licensing as legislators push for a people’s vote. Backers argue it upholds responsible government and reflects popular demand, while opponents cite precedent and constitutional doubts. The piece also notes interest in Canada United States matters and cites a Winnipeg source lauding Beers’ speech.
The session reports lengthy debates on legal and civil matters. Discussions cover officers’ roles, enacting nuisance abatement, wildlife and forestry permits, and gopher extermination. Revisions to rules, municipal ordinances, and judicial district arrangements dominate the agenda with adjournments and evening sittings noted.
A garbled report describes committee discussions on travel, funding, and bills. Mentions petitions, money grants, amendments, and proposed commissions with names and positions vaguely indicated.
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