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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Oct 21, 1886
Page
2
The Qu Appelle Progress records weekly publication on Thursdays with pricing at 1500 per month and 85 for the first line plus 0.5 for each additional word. Changes to rates possible. extra changes may incur 100. Ads: business locals 50 cents for 25 words. 2 cents per extra word. Publisher may refuse ads. James Weidman station, Assin. KR 3. Weepwan.
Robert Crawford of Indian Head won the vacancy election by 42 votes over G. Davidson of Qu'Appelle after a keen contest. The Qu Appelle result surprised both sides with promises and abstentions affecting the tally. The paper notes liquor used by both sides under permits, and vows to watch Crawford’s handling of registration promises while urging orderly district progress. Northwest Territories officials claim Indians are quiet and contented as the throne speech reply is published.
Editorials claim some papers would rather see bloodshed than acknowledge satisfactory Indian affairs in the country. The piece argues party loyalties shape coverage and public perception.
An editor reports an interview with a westbound traveler who crossed Blood Indian country. He links border raids to marauding bands south of the line and says local misdeeds near Medicine Hat were carried out by United States Indians.
The text notes 900 to 1000 adult residents in South Qu Appelle and argues for forming an electoral district if a census finds at least 1000. It criticizes Crawford's proposed South Qu Appelle district for containing too many adults and urges districts to conform to municipalities.
The Calgary Tribune has blossomed into a daily with the first issue received. It presents a creditable appearance.
The Fort Qu Appelle fall fair drew many entries with prize lists spanning horses cattle seeds roots and garden products. Notable exhibits include Brood mares with foals driving ponies and yoke oxen, plus dairy and domestic manufactures and a wide range of garden produce and ladies work items.
A fragment lists various sheep ewes lambs and rams by names and owners such as Makay Gees Ewes Rose Jochanan and Jas Feassant. It also mentions Berkshire sows one year old, and a litter of pigs of any breed with Shower as a contact.
Collection of ladies fancy work includes embroidery in worsted and crochet by J G Milne, crewel work, macrame, twine work, plain rewing, and sewing by R Thor and D Mac. Also fret work and other embroidery pieces attributed to D collection amid miscellaneous names.
A vintage guide explains training a pet canary with patient, soothing talk and gradual steps. It covers acclimating the bird, teaching it to perch and accept treats, and extending the bird’s range around the room while avoiding sudden moves.
A fragment discusses health as a key to vitality and the myth of the Fountain of Youth. It suggests that labor and proper care influence appearance and vigor, noting old sayings about fat and form and the impact of lifestyle on well being.
The excerpt lampoons financial jargon with mock definitions for bull broker and call, contrasting grandiose talk of markets with trivial meals and theater seats. It cites a Cincinnati Commercial Gazette piece and ends with a debated anecdote about a Boston socialite, rich and unmarried, reflecting on love and worth.
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