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Newspaper
Revelstoke Herald
Location
Ravelstoke, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 25, 1903
Page
5
A British commentary laments Canadian political posturing and ministerial conduct cited in Parliament. Critics accuse officials of incitement, perjury risks, and using public funds to support Empire expenditures while callers mock party loyalties and rewards for civil servants.
Notice is given that on the due date three days after, the applicant will apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands on the Seymour River tributary of Shuswap Lake, British Columbia. The parcel is described by a post marked Boynton's northwest corner, 100 yards from the east bank of the north fork, about 10 miles up from Shuswap Lake, with the boundary lines running 80 chains in each direction to form a square. Dated May 2, 1903.
Notice is given that 30 days after date I will apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special licence to cut and carry away timber from land described as on the Beymout river a tributary of Shuswap. The tract begins at A McCourt's southwest corner on the Seymour river about 15 miles up from Shuswap Lake and is bounded by lines 80 chains north 80 chains east 50 chains south and 80 chains west to the starting point. Dated May 16 1903 MeCOURT
A. McCourt announces after 90 days he will apply to the chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and remove timber from lands on the Spioue river near Shuswap Lake. The description begins at A. McCourt's southeast corner on the Beymour river bank and details a rectangular parcel.
Notice dated May 10 1803 states S Sloan and Edward Holt will apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands along the Seymour River and West Koolumiy area. Descriptions detail land points, compass directions, and parcel boundaries within 40 and 100 chain lengths, with a 30 day posting period after date.
Notice is given that 30 days after date Dintond tor make application and Works for a special Heese to cut and cury away bingber from lands along the Seymeir River tributary of Shuswap Lake in B C. Commencing at post marked MM in Boyntons southeast corner planted on McNanee Creek one mile up from Seymon River eight miles from Shuswap Lake thence north and Ghauisy Chewed west 160 chains thence south Wennins thence east 160 chains to the point of commencement dated 7th day of Minx 1908 M BOYNTON
A notice states an application for a special license to cut and carry timber on lands described along the Seymour River near Shoswan Lake B C. The parcel runs from a post marked 14 at Boynton’s southeast corner along the Beymour river dirt bank, with bounds north 100 chains, west 40 chains, south 100 chains, east 40 chains to the starting point. Dated May 5 1903 by B Boynton.
Application to the Lands and Works Commissioner seeks special license to enter harvest and remove timber from lands on the Seymour River near McConnel’s southeast corner. Property lies on the west bank, about 1.5 miles up from Shuswap Lake, with described boundary lines and a May 16 filing date.
Notice by I McCourt dated May 16 1903 announces intent to apply to the Chief Commissioner to cut and carry away timber from lands on the Seymour river near Shuswap, describing a parcel bounded by the Shuswap river, lake, and 80 chain legs with a 80 chain offset.
Notice to seek a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands on the Seyinguit River near Shuswap, British Columbia. Description references Brown's northwest corner about 100 yards above the river bank and Seymour River area two miles up from Shuswap Lake. Dated May 20, 1905, by G. Brown.
The Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works gives notice that a special licence is sought to cut and carry away timber from lands described along the Seymour River, starting near G Brown's northwest corner, 23 miles up from Shuswap Lake, then east 60 chains, south 80 chains, west 80 chains, north 80 chains to the start. Dated May 20, 1903. Go Brown.
Notice dated May 10 1903 by S Martin seeking application to the Chief Commissioner to carry from lands described as banks of the Seymour River near Shuswap Lake. The parcel runs 160 chains north, 40 chains west, 160 chains south, 40 chains east.
Applicant seeks special licence from Lands and Works to cut and transport timber from lands on the Seymour river. Description begins at S Martins south east corner near the north fork, 21 miles up from Shuswap Lake. Boundary runs 160 chains north, 40 west, 160 south, 40 east to start. Dated May 19 1903.
A notice dated May 6 1903 by W Boynton requests applications to the Chief Commissioner for a described parcel on the Seymour River a tributary of Shuswap Lake B C The description starts at a post on the east side of the Seymour River about miles up from Shuswap and defines a rectangular area 80 chains by 80 chains with specified bearings.
Notice invites applications to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special licence to cut and transport timber from a parcel along the north fork of the Seymour River near Smokey House Creek. The tract is described by compass bearings and distances starting at a post marked L. A. Boyt tun's Aout west corner, dated May 1, 1903, by R. Hoynton.
Notice is given that seven days after date the applicant intends to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for permission to cut and carry away timber from a described Tanda near the Fugra pits river, a tributary of the Shuswap key. The land begins at a post marked S. E. Boynton’s southwest corner on the east bank of the north fork of the Seymour river, valued by measurements in chains. Dated April 1, 1903, SE Boynton.
Public notice dated 16 Mary 1908 by C. W. Ward announces an intent to apply to the Chief Water Commissioner for a special license to take away timber from land in West Kootenay. Description begins at Trout Lake north shore near a marked corner post then proceeds 80 chains north, 50 east, 60 south, 60 west to the start.
Notices hereby given that 90 days after date I intend to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to eat and carry away tinder on the Seymour River a tributary of Shuswap Lake British Columbia. Commencing at a post marked 3 E Boynton's southeast corner planted on the east about 14 miles up from Shuswap Lake thence west 80 chains thence north 80 chains thence east 80 chains thence south 80 chains to the point of commencement. Dated 28th day of April 1903 S E Boynton
Notice dated April 1903 by George Paxton seeks a special license from the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works to cut and carry timber from lands along the Seymour River tributary of Shuswap Lake. Described bounds begin at Paxton’s southwest corner on the riverbank and run 80 chains north, 40 chains east, 80 chains south, and back west to the start.
Native applies to the Chick Commission of Lands and Works for a special timber licence. The land described lies on a tributary of Shuswap Lake, starting at a post marked George Paxton’s southwest corner, on the Seymour River east bank, about 19 miles up from Shuswap Lake, with boundaries 160 chains east and west and 40 chains north and south. Date shown is April 28, 19.
Notice states an intention to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works 50 days after date for lands described as Lake area near the Seymour River. Beginning at A H Boynton northwest corner near east bank of the Seymour River about 10 miles up from Shuswap Lake. Boundaries: east 40 chains south 160 chains west 40 chains north 160 chains to starting point. Dated May 2.
The document reports an application to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for two special licenses to cut and carry timber from the Seymour River tributary of Shuswap Lake in British Columbia. It details a parcel starting at G. Boynton's southwest corner, with measurements described in chains and bounds, dated May 4, 1903, by G. Boynton.
R Boynton of Seymour River B C intends to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to eat and carry away lands described as a parcel along Seymour River a tributary of Shuswap Lake. Boundary details give a starting point at R Boynton's northwest corner and describe compass directions and chain measurements. Dated May 5 1903.
Notice is given that 30 days after date the applicant plans to apply to the Chief Licence to cut and remove timber along the Seymour river a tributary of Shuswap lake British Columbia. The claim starts at William Beck's northwest corner on the Seymour river east bank about 14 miles from Shuswap Lake then forms a square 80 chains on each side. Dated April 24 1904 William Beck.
The applicant seeks a special license to cut and carry timber from lands described by a boundary starting at B Boynton's southwest corner on the north bank of the Seymour River six miles up from Shuswap Lake. The parcel runs east 40 chains north 160 chains west 40 chains and south 100 chains. Dated May 5 1903.
Notice states intent to apply in 20 days for a speed license to cut and remove timber from a reserve area in East Kootenay district. Described landmarks include Wool River trail, head of ney fen bhatt hunting on the Columbian rivers, 22 miles from upper trail crossing of Wood River, and Lorne Hine’s northwest corner with measured chains and directions. Dated May 4, 1s. RORNlEMUME
1903 public notices announce that within 30 days the applicant will seek a special license from the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works to cut and remove timber from described lands near Snow Creek Burton City West Kootenay and Seymour River Shuswap Lake area. Names include J. S. Bilton William Speck and William Beck with post markers and chain measurements.
The applicant seeks a special licence from the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works to cut and remove timber from stands along the Seymour River tributary to Shusyap Lake. Measurements relate to a post marked J R Boynton's southeast corner and nearby landmarks, dated May 1908.
Notorious notice announces plans to apply 80 days from May 4 1903 for a special license to cut and remove timber from rails on Seymour Tower near Sharwip Lake B C and 30 days from May 6 1903 for a second license to cut timber along the Seymour River near Shuswap Lake B C The notices name A H Boynton and W Boynton as applicants and provide boundary descriptions and commencement points.
Noliew petitions for a license within 30 days after date to apply to the Honorary Chief Commissioner of a Lays to work for a special license. The description begins at a post on Mosittite creek near West Kentenity and details a tract running 40 chains east to the starting point with bounds north 160 elmins and south 40 elmins.
Notice filed May 21 1903 by Be Brown intends applying to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license covering lands along the Seymour river near Shuswap Lake. Description begins at Brown’s north east corner on the east bank of the north fork, follows a 80 chain square boundary, and ends at the starting point.
Notice is given that 30 days after dates an application to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands on the Seymour River. The parcel starts at M Warren’s southwest corner about 300 yards from the east bank of the north fork, 19 miles up from Shuswap Lake, with bounds east 80 chains, north 80 chains, west 80 chains, and south to starting point. Dated May 10, 1903. Signed M. Warren.
The notice states intent to apply to the Chief Commissioner to cut and emary naily timber from lands on Seymour River, starting at a post marked h at Brown's southwest corner on the wet bank of the north fork, proceeding east, north, west, and south to form a parcel, dated May 2, 105.
The notice describes land described as a parcel on Seymour River, a tributary of Shuswap Lake, with boundaries starting at M. Warrens north west corner, 19 miles up Seymour River, then 80 chains east, 80 chains south, 8 chains west, 8 chains north, dated May 19, 1903, by M. Warren.
Public notice states that 40 days after date to apply to the Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and sway timber in West Kootenay districts. Describes two compass bound parcels around E Adair and EH Adair posts with chain distances and the place of commencement. Dated May Boullay 100%. KE. ADATE.
Notice is given that 30 days after date 1 intent to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Totals and Works for a special license to eat and curry timber from described land in West Kootenay district. The parcel begins at W. Murra’s north east corner post and traces west 40 chains south 40 chains etc, ending at a commencement point near Big Mouth creek. Dated May 20. OK Lubray.
Hereby given that 30 days after date an application will be made to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special licence. Lands described near Seymour rivers a tributary of Shuswap Lake begin at Enna McCleery's southeast corner. Property lies on McNamee Creek north from Seymour River and 40 chains north and south and 100 chains east to the starting point. Dated May 26, 1908 Enna McCleery.
Notice dated May 18 1903 from H Allen describes a land parcel on the Seymour River a tributary of Shuswap Lake BC. The description starts at H Allen's northwest corner on the east bank of the north fork and measures east 40 chains south 160 chains west 40 chains and north 100 chains to the starting point.
A description of a land claim begins at a post near Allen's northeast corner on the Seymour River west bank north fork about 38 miles from Shuswap Lake. It travels south to 0 chains then west SU chains then north 8 chains then east 80 chains to the starting point. Dated May 18, 1903, Allen.
Notice under the Trustees and Executors Act requires all creditors of Joseph Best who died April 8 1903 to file claims by July 31 1903. Claims must include names addresses descriptions and details of accounts and securities and be sent to A J Laughon Spokane Washington attorney for Frank Clifton administrator. After the deadline the administrator will distribute assets to those with valid claims and will not be liable for any unnotified portion. May 20 1903. SMITH & LAUGHON attorneys for the administrator Ziegier Block Spokane Wash.
A series of notices dated May 1903 announces that within 30 days applicants including Edward Holt G E Hedstrom Ward Howard Stone and M Te Stone intend to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for special licenses to cut and carry away timber from described sites along Trout Lake Big Mouth Creek and related west Kootenay districts with exact bounds and post marks.
S Sloan applies to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to remove timber from lands described along the Seymour River, Shuswap Lake area in British Columbia. The description starts at a marked post on the north bank of the north fork, extending 80 chains east, 80 chains south, 80 chains west, and 80 chains north to the starting point, dated May 19, 1903.
A seller advertises saddles for sale suitable for ladies or gentlemen. Buyers are urged to call Matt Pettipiece at the Queen's Hotel on Second Street to order by phone for quicker service.
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