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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 30, 1906
Page
12
The Banner published weekly from the office on Main Street Russell Manitoba with credits to Joe Doller and 4H McIntyre as publisher and advertiser.
Readers urge fair arbitration between railways and municipalities in the West. They cite Brandon and Edmonton incidents as proof of corporate pressure and demand a Dominion law barring bonuses or tax exemptions to ensure equal footing for towns seeking rail facilities and industries.
Parliament passes a landmark act to curb excessive loan rates. It bans charges above 12 percent per year on loans up to 500 dollars, with lower rates after judgment. Courts may reopen cases to adjust excess charges and require refunds, with penalties for violators. The measure echoes English practice and aims to shield borrowers from usury.
The Fielding unseating highlights how election rules can remove a sitting minister from the Commons after years in office. It notes Fielding’s strength at votes, government weaknesses after a scandal, and the potential for public revulsion. The piece warns all about crooked election practices regardless of who wins the election.
A Branden Conservative told The Winnipeg Tribune he expects Manitoba elections in November. He notes strong government activity and recent appointments as evidence the campaign is already underway despite expected contradictions.
Leading medical writers endorse Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for weak stomach dyspepsia liver complaints and chronic catarrhal diseases. It lists Black Cherry bark Golden Seal Bloodroot Stone root Mandrake root and Queen's root and stresses professional endorsements and absence of alcohol in a glycerine base. A free booklet of extracts from authorities is offered by Dr. R V Pierce Buffalo NY.
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