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Newspaper
Quappelle Progress
Location
Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Oct 28, 1886
Page
2
Advertising space terms from She Qu Appelle Progress published at Qu Appelle Station Assiniboia. Rates include monthly and yearly options, special charges for changing ads, and a right of refusal for questionable content. Names James Weidman and J Werpmax appear as proprietors.
The article notes immediate Northwest Dominion elections as the government seeks an elector's view on policy. It criticizes Quebec reactions to the Kiel ery affair and the Riel execution, arguing voters in the Northwest should judge the policy without delay, and condemns political factions for sacrificing liberty for power.
Regina reports petitions circulating seeking N Davin as representative for the riding at Ottawa. Several strong opponents are within his own political circle. Voters should learn who else may solicit their support before signing to avoid being pledged to one party when another is fielded. Government action seems to have triggered the election.
A purely party viewpoint predicts the Conservative team will unite behind a strong man not a time server or sycophant. Davin is seen as an able speaker with wide political experience and would gain undivided support if chosen as the Northwest party candidate.
A Valley Vidette exchange accuses a rival editor of dishonest quotations and biased reporting over a 31 25 loan tied to a district matter. The dispute centers on prior statements and the femininity of the Vidette's editor as the controversy unfolds after an election.
Premier Dr. Ross claims 33 supporters in a 65 member House facing a possible shift with independents. Opposition cites 36 letters urging the Lieut Governor to dismiss Ross and invite Mr. Mercier to form a government. Ross cabinet resists resignation, hoping to avoid a no confidence vote in the current assembly.
The Fort Qu Appelle Vidette charges that the Regina Journal is a Reform paper and notes unwarranted attacks on Lieut Governor Dewdney. The write up asks if the Vidette is preparing for a political flank movement.
Correction notice for the forthcoming edition lists revised prize winners for Class 2 tirade Balls 2nd T. G. Atkinson replacing Skinner. Prizes include at $ Beat at any breed over Mohvay & Over Rest. Ewe breeds 2nd prize McKay & Osler. Boat Ewe Lamb 1st prize McKay & Osler. Sheep 1st prize McKay & Osler replacing previous entries Me xa Farming Co. and J. Fd saut.
A letter from A Thompson M D of Lowell Mass argues Moxie Nerve Food is a genuine non alcoholic tonic rather than a disguised whiskey substitute. He recounts its origin as a nerve food developed to aid nervous fatigue and recovery, calling it the original Moxie and denying any alcohol content.
Pittsburg and Charleston report striking ideas on natural gas and seismic events. Chambers Miller of Sewickley proposes a patent theory to conduit gas from the surface for preservation, claiming enormous fuel implications if proven. Charleston notes no seismic delay since Friday with tremors at Summerville accompanied by detonations and rising water levels in depots and wells.
A letter from Robert Crawfort on behalf of the council grain committee seeks steps to determine seed grain needs for oats barley and wheat in the South Qu Appelle district for next harvest. It invites affected farmers to respond for potential aid if crops fail due to fire or other causes.
A trunk at Regina Station was pried open and a leather valise damaged with a broken violin back. The piece notes police authority over opening bags in absence of owners unless detained. contact A KIDD Toronto for details.
The Hon. Alexander McKenzie faces a challenge as Alfred Boulkthbee a Toronto lawyer is nominated by the Conservatives in East York. The campaign follows a heated party dispute over the former Dominion Premier. Canadian American.
A Lakefield Ontario judge had jailed a Salvation Army worker for ten days for beating a drum on Sunday streets. The chief justice later quashed the conviction, citing a fire safety metaphor to justify street drum ringing as a spiritual act. The ruling centers on legality of public drum beating.
A vast herd of about four hundred buffaloes pursued toward the Yellowstone border with thousands killed in a long hunt that started on the Cannon Ball River in Dakota. Some thirty men followed, but estimates say three to four hundred joined overall, with hides collected and sport-seekers dropping out. Indians and whites slaughter the herd as policy seems to aim at extermination with little action expected.
ROBERT CRAWFORD, Indian Head, October 16, 1886, thanks electors of Qu Appelle for electing him to the Northwest Council. He pledges faithful service to the district and gratitude for campaign support from friends and strangers alike. He assures continued dedication until he must return the trust.
The Starr Kidney Pad Company of Toronto introduces its kidney pads claiming relief for kidney and urinary disorders. The notice targets Manitoba Ontario the eastern provinces and workers such as miners rivermen and railroad navvies. It promises a general agent for the province and asserts the pads’ purported effectiveness without detailed medical evidence.
Advertises a French remedy claiming positive effects on health and organization. Mentions a circular and references to a mall, port and various unclear terms.
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