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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 24, 1901
Page
4
The report of a future Prince of Wales for the Duke of Cornwall and York sparks debate. The piece argues titles gain value from their historic origins and should not be altered by recent fashion or ambition.
The article notes rumors a military contingent may accompany Sir Wilfrid Laurier to ceremonies marking King Edward VII's birth. It cautions against militarism in a democratic Canada and argues against extravagant expenditure for the event.
Friday Mr. M. Scarth lost six stacks to a prairie fire believed started by a railway engine. Winnipeg visitor Mr. G. Woodman arrived on Tuesday. Dr. Lanigan is shingling his new house. Mr. T. Logans restaurant nears completion and will open soon. Threshing is active with some grain turning tough. M. H. Jollve bought a valuable Pointer dog. Mr. H. Mullins shipped a carload of cattle last Friday.
Mr W Scarth intends a sale in December ahead of his journey to Oregon. Numerous chickens have been slaughtered this season. Mr Anderson shot three geese last Thursday. A Government Borer is sinking a well on the new school lot. Mr Beattie was severely injured in a shooting expedition last week by the kick of an extra heavy cartridge.
Deputations to the Dominion Government pressed for higher duties on agricultural implements. They argued a 20 percent rate protects home manufacturers who compete globally, potentially raising prices of both imported and domestic tools and hurting users and industry alike. Also noted are remarks on November holidays and canal closures, with hospital statistics and Australia’s population data.
The Country Boy argues city temptations and late hours hinder urban youths while farm life trains frugality and discipline. Country lads sleep early, start work at dawn, earn employer trust, and increasingly rise to leadership and wealth in city business.
The secretary of state provides an explanation for how Thanksgiving Day is to be observed. The note outlines ceremonial respect, date alignment, and public observance guidelines for state offices and citizens.
A Manitoba woman who suffered over a decade from a severe female ailment credits Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery with complete improvement. She reports now able to perform all her own work and expresses gratitude for the guidance she received by letter.
The Rural Municipality of Shell River seeks to bring land under the Real Property Act. The District Registrar issues substituted service and sets 30 days to lodge a caveat. lacking one, a title certificate will be issued to the applicant, barring any future claims. Dated Portage la Prairie October 5, 1901. Land is southeast quarter Section 32, Township 23, Range 29 WPM, Manitoba, to Thomas Byers and heirs.
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