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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 25, 1908
Page
12
The item notes a scheduled event on a Thursday from the publication office located on Main St. in Kascell, Maaitba, with references to Advvans Publisher.
A first person reminiscence of an Alpine Club ascent led by Mr Rundle. The party ascends via bridle paths and pine forests to Sulphur Mountain and the Burgeo range, noting glaciers, views of Mt Assiniboine and the Matterhorn of the Koockies, and the challenge of descent. The narrator reflects on achievement, weathered gear, and plans for further travels to Lake Louise and beyond.
A London inquiry reports long work hours across social strata with high level officials and intellectuals averaging twelve to fifteen hours daily while manual laborers commonly endure ten to twelve hours. The piece notes cabinet members and executives often work more than their leisure time allows, contrasted by those in humble roles who still experience lengthy days.
The Chvlewack branch of the Buth Columbia Rata Merchants' Association organized and declared war on credit evils amid a broader movement against debt practices. Local merchants align with a regional effort to curb lending abuses and protect consumers.
The passage describes a shift toward cash payments in Western Canada as hardware and lumber merchants limit credit. Contractors may be allowed credit through overseers for job supplies, but most over the counter sales must be paid in cash. Merchants hope the tightening reduces risk and reflects a nationwide credit restriction trend.
A Manitoba Agricultural College program runs July 26 to August 1 focusing on practical steam and gasoline engine work. The course covers testing, handling, valve setting, and repairs, and requires participants to have at least one season’s experience with a steam or gasoline engine. Threshermen and farmers should apply to the principal for details and enroll early.
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