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Newspaper
Revelstoke Herald
Location
Ravelstoke, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 23, 1902
Page
3
The notice informs that within 30 days an application will be made to the Chief Commissioner of Lands for licenses to fell timber on several lands near St. Leon Hot Springs and Deep Creek Bay on the Arrow Lakes, and to obtain Crown Grant for mineral claims including Nels Butte Silver Tow and Black Diamond. It lists post locations, boundary chains, and a Mining Recorder action under Section 37 with January dates.
Notice states intentions to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for permission to purchase several parcels. Descriptions include a 160 acre tract near Gold Finch Trail and a 120 acre parcel on the Lortheose Arm of Arrow Lake. Named individuals include J R McKenzie, FRED ROBINSON, and D G ALSKENE with dates following the notice.
F C Green acting for Angus McKay and J McKennie give notice to apply for Certificates of Improvements for the Morning Star Walrus Sea Lion and Bonanza claims in West Kootenay District. Sixty days from date to apply to Mining Recorder for Certificates of Improvements and to commence action under action 7 before certificates are issued. Dated March 1, 1902.
I F C Green as agent for J B McKenzie applies for Crown Grants on the Centre Star mineral claims lying on Menhenlek creek near Fishiver in West Kootenay. Free Miners Certificate 205 valid sixty days from date to file with Mining Recorder for Certificates of Improvements. Action under section 27 must be started before issuance. Dated March 1 1902. A G P B C, Ison BC.
F C Greens as agent for Anous McKay holder of Free Miner Cert No 32005 gives 60 days to apply for Certificates of Improvements to obtain Crown Grants for Red Fox and Kree claims in West Koote nay District on Menhenlek Creek near Fishiver. Action under section 37 must be started before certificates are issued. Dated March 1, 102 AD.
Notice seeking permission from the Commissioner of Lands and Works to cut and carry away timber from lands described by a starting post on the south side of the Columbian River one mile below Canoe River, Maude’s North East Corner Post, dated April 29, 1902.
Notice is given that thirty days after date Henry Lovewell intends to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for permission to cut and carry a hinder from a parcel described as starting at a post on the Seth bank of the Columbia River about one mile below Canoe River mouth. Boundaries run south 80 chains east 86 chains north 86 chains west 80 chains to the start. Dated April 1902.
Public notice states that after date 1 a son will apply to the Chief Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands described by a boundary starting at G B Naggle's marked post on the north bank of the Columbia River near Canoe River. The description includes specified directions and chain measurements to define the tract. G B Naggle dated April 29, 1902.
Notice is given that thirty days after the date I intend to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands on the north bank of the Kimbin River above the Canoe River mouth, bounded by Fred Robinson's South East corner. The description runs north 80 chains, west 80, south 80, east 80 to the starting point. Dated April 26, 1902.
Fifteen lines describe an intent to apply for a special license to occupy land and build a post on the east side of the Columbia River near Wood River. The intended tract runs southwest 2169 chains, then west 160 chains, then south 40 chains to the point of commencement. Dated April 26, 1902 by Fred Robinson.
Notice states CG R Skene applies for a special license after thirty days to land described as a post on Canoe River near Harvey Creek. Property described with boundaries: starting at CG R Skene’s southwest corner, north 80 chains, west 80 chains, south ?, east 80 chains to starting point. Located in 1902 May.
Sealed tenders addressed to the undersigned will be received up to noon on Monday May 12 1902 for the erection of dwellings with plans and specifications to be supplied.
Notice of intent to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands described as starting at a post on the east bank of the Cinve River four miles up from its south end marked O. Re Skene's North West Corner Post then 80 chains south west, then north to the point of… dated May 1, 14002.
Notice states that within thirty days the applicant will seek a special license from the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works to cut and carry away timber on Olivia Robinson’s land described by a starting post on the east bank of Canoe River near its mouth, with bounds 80 chains east west, 80 chains north and south, and back to the starting point. Dated May 1, 1902.
A. Edgar announces he will apply 30 days after date to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special licence to cut and carry away timber from lands described by a marked lot along the Columbia River starting one mile below Boyds Ranch. The bounds cover 40 chains west, 160 chains north, 40 chains east to the river and 100 chains downstream to the starting post. Dated May 11, 1602.
Geo. McCarter as agent for J A Graham and W H Vickers file notice to apply for Certificates of Improvements to obtain Crown Grants for Imperial, Imperial Fraction, and Surprise Mineral Claims on Keystone Mountain near Downie Creek Big Bend West Kootenay District. Action under Section 27 must start before issuance. notice dated February 10 1902.
Notice is given that thirty days after date Olivia Robinson intends to apply to the Chief Commissioner for a license to cut and carry away timber from lands described as Olivia Robinson’s North-West Corner Post on the east bank of the Columbia River two miles above Wood River mouth. The parcel runs 40 chains south, 160 chains east, 40 chains north, and 100 chains west to the starting point. Dated April 20, 1902.
Thirty days after date I will apply to Lands and Works for a special license to cut and carry away timber from lands on the west bank of the Columbia River below a large creek mouth above Peterson's Rancho. Description runs along Henry Lovewell's southeast corner post, with measured boundaries forty to eighty chains and riverbank lines, dated May 5, 1902.
Notice to apply for a special license to cut timber on lands described around the Columbia River near the mouth of Seven Mile Creek six miles above Death Rapids. Describes a parcel with a southeast corner marked Maude Skene, details post points and river bank boundaries. Dated May 5, 1902.
John D McMahon gives notice dated May 5 1992 that he intends to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for permission to cut and remove timber from land described as starting at John A McMahon's southwest corner 160 chains south of Pittsburg Syndicate Death Rapids then east chains north 360 chains to Pittsburg Syndicate, west 46 chains to Columbia River east bank, south along river east bank 160 chains back to start.
Notice announces a 30 day period to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for permission to cut and carry timber from lands in West Kootenay. Describes a starting post at ESL McMahon North-West Corner along the Fraser River, with measurements and directions. Dated May 5 1902.
City invites bids for sidewalk crossings with work to be done by a contractor. Tender must show price for sidewalk work and lumber to be supplied. details available at city offices. City Clerk notice dated May 29 1902.
Geraldine Bonner argues in Argonaut that women who are usually truthful routinely use white lies to please others. A anecdote shows a charming hostess feigning delight to hide social insincerity, suggesting polite deception keeps harmony without harming the Recording Angel.
A European correspondent relays a tale of an imperial necklace of big Trich pearls lost near Corfu. The Empress, seeking its return, learns the pearls lie submerged in the sea after a mysterious sequence ending with the Empress and her confidant buried. The necklace remains hidden among seaweed.
A nervous telephone operator tells a doctor that the constant use of the word Hello during duties leaves her nerves frayed. She reports hearing Hello in sleep and even before prayers, describing the repetitive mental strain of her job.
Fragmentary verse mentions marriage, alimony, and travel in Europe. It references a hostess remark about a daughter's marriage and a line from Grace Hibbs or similar author. The text reads like a reflective reflection on rest, forgetting sorrows, and enduring love.
A New York Weekly item notes a struggling pastor and dropped collections. A practical wife blames a new vestryman for failing to watch the plate as offerings decline. The quip underscores parish tensions and fiscal strain within the congregation.
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