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Newspaper

Quappelle Progress

Location

Quappelle, Saskatchewan, Canada

Date

Sep 23, 1886

Page

2

Qu Appelle Progress Ad Rates and Contact

The Qu Appelle Progress published weekly at the Peocanss Office Qu Appelle Canada lists subscription at $1.00 yearly and single copies five cents. Advertising rates shown include 50 cents for first twenty five words and two cents for each additional word with quarterly payment options and notices about insertion rights. James Weidman and B E. Weneit Denton sign as publishers.

James Weidman BE. J. Weneit Denetior

Council Session 1886 Prospects in Qu Appelle Progress

The Qu Appelle Progress promises full unbiassed reports of N W Council proceedings, with the session to open around October 13. It pledges fair coverage, fuller reports than before, and aims to be the Northwest’s leading information source.

Fairgesa Pnooness Northwest Ates Oeta

Redistribution and election plans for QuAppelle district

The piece discusses electing a Northwest Council member for the District of QuAppelle with a vacancy and two-year terms. It argues for three electoral divisions, urges pledges on redistribution, and notes Mr. Robi Crawford of Indian Head as a potential candidate.

Electors urge three Councillors for East North West district

Residents across eastern northern and western areas demand three councillors instead of two. They plan to meet and present a united request to Mr Crawford and hope he will pledge to implement their wishes. The paper notes it would be surprised if he refused and suggests acclamation if he complies. The editorial adds it does not pledge support if a poll is demanded.

Crawford Sach

Northwest Council Meeting Hints at Autonomy and Redistribution

The Northwest Council to meet on October 13 to discuss electoral redistricting and ensure better representation. Advocates from Assiniboia push for provincial autonomy as the Dominion Government signals potential support if clear aims are shown. The upcoming session will be closely watched for progress and the region's demands.

Northwest Council Assiniboia Dominion Northwest

Our Water Supply Advice Favors Local Well Near Badger Warren

Mr Thos Atkinson of the south half of section 32, 17, 14, reports a $100 well after following an August Northwest Farmer article titled Our water supply. Digging near a badger warren at seven feet yielded abundant water, illustrating how home papers and agricultural papers deliver tangible returns for farmers investing a few dollars in reading.

Thos, Atkinson Atkinson

Nor West Farmer Praised by City Papers

The Nor' West Farmer earns praise as an excellent publication and is noted for continual improvement, with city papers signaling potential future follow up if budget allows.

Nor’ West Farmer

Hudson's Bay Railway Scheme Reported Floated

Winnipeg papers celebrate news from England about the Hudson's Bay Railway project. If true, the line would benefit Winnipeg and the Northwest, promising vital construction prospects and better prospects for settlers across the region.

Winnipeg England Northwest

Central charter claim sparks public railing at rail building

A fragment argues that possession of the Central charter is incomplete and questions why the government should bear responsibility for constructing all railways, labeling strict blame as a knave or fool's expectation.

The Central

Regina Leader Scorned by Contemporaries for Egotism

The Regina Leader faces sharp sarcasm from rival papers for self praise. It undertook its own publicity and now is more laughed at and despised across the Northwest, as it looks down on other newspapers.

Regina Northwest

Egypt Evacuation Demands Stir French Press

French newspapers urge British evacuation of Egypt and proposal to proclaim Egypt a British province once Alexandria forces are strong enough to secure control.

Egypt Alexandria

Residents Await Push for Responsible Assiniboia Government

As the Northwest Council session nears public anticipation grows for renewed efforts toward responsible provincial government for Assiniboia and greater local control.

Northwest Council Assiniboia

Charleston Crust Weakness Eases. City Restoration Starts

After prolonged subsidence, the subsidence issue in Charleston appears to ease and efforts to rebuild the city have begun. The report notes a change in subsidence behavior and outlines initial steps for recovery and repair.

Charleston

Russia Promises Noninterference in Bulgarian Affairs

A Baltic analysis notes Russia pledges noninterference in Bulgarian matters though prior history and regional tensions fuel skepticism about credibility and potential hidden aims.

Russia

Prohibitory Legislation Debate in Liberal Government

A fragment discusses the Scott Act and local option, noting Liberal government reluctance to assume responsibility. It questions the act’s effectiveness and hints at temperance sentiment and county adoption as key elements, suggesting limited success due to lacking proper implementation.

John Dominion

Plebiscite Favored Over Party Lines for Temperance

The article argues the Scott Act falls short of temperance aims and cautions against tying reform to party warfare. It proposes a plebiscite co held with the general cost elections to instruct whichever party wins on the proper course. Temperance supporters are urged to avoid party blocs and seek a neutral, direct vote on policy.

Seizures on the High Seas Raise International Dispute

The U S cutter Corwin seized four Canadian sealers near mid ocean between St George and St Paul claiming rights under a contested 1825 convention. The San Francisco dispatch notes 1800 sealskins taken and disputes Russia England territorial limits, with questions over authority to convey rights in the Northern Pacific and potential wider conflict.

Bebrings Sea U. S Corwin Russia England Empire United States America Pacific Ocean San Francisco St. George St. Paul High Sea Neue Jinn Abbey San Dig Sitka Darwin Ounalaska Lawrence Three Mile Te Elglon Ag Canadian Northern Pacific Ie Coots Perssta Fress

Trade Rivalries Loom Over Asiatic Route Contention

Fragmentary text describes tensions around canal and rail control over Asiatic trade. References to Canadian Pacific and American interests potential dominance, with a border-crossing dispute and competing claims affecting shipments from Vancouver to Montreal.

The New Trade Route Between America and Europe

At the British Association meeting in Birmingham Hugh Sutherland summarized efforts to open a Hudson Bay route to Europe. A Winnipeg to Port Nelson railway would cut 1,000 miles to seaboard, aiding Northwest settlers against rival wheat producers and boosting export access through the inland sea’s salmon, seal, whale, and timber resources.

The British Association Birmingham Hugh Sutherland America Europe Canadian Northwest Hudson's Hay Winnipeg Regina Port Nelson Nelson River Seaboard Montana New York Ohio Eel Strait

Grenadier Gourds Deployed to Ireland and Alliance Move Reported

The Second Battalion Grenadier Gourds have been sent to Ireland. Russia signals a redezvous to form an alliance. The Ireh National League received £3008 from America last week.

Grenadier Gourds Ireland Russia Ireh America

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Qu’ Appelle Peocanss Qu’Appelle Canada N. W. Council W. D. Perley T. W. Jackson Robi NOW. Council Hudson's Bay Railway Asia Canalinet Francisco Daily Report Montreal
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