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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
4
Publication line from The Banner issued weekly from the Hassell Manuoba office on Main Street. Mentions year 1088 and McIntyre as publisher in advance.
The act grants two adjoining quarter-sections of Dominion lands or one hundred sixty dollars in scrip to eligible volunteers domiciled in Canada who served with British forces in South Africa 1899 to 1902 or joined Canadian corps and arrived for service. Substitutes must be British subjects aged eighteen plus, with entry required by December 31, 1910 and residency obligations to cultivate land.
The Dominion Government advances inland railway surveys to Hudson Bay as a public investment. Officials argue surveys will guide settlement and ensure transport remains public, not privately controlled, with land revenue benefiting Canadians. Private railroad building at public expense is rejected. ownership and fair access are urged.
The article notes surveys already done and lands ready for development in Hudson's Bay and New Ontario. It envisions revenue for the Dominion, easier markets, and transportation routes aiding import of European goods. Mentions the hope of cobalt finds and a bold plan by the government to retain this heritage for the people.
A car load of heavy work horses will be exchanged for cattle. listing shows Ap Hy to Y Jo Attwood in Russell.
Notices warn that odd numbered sections will become available under the Dominion Lands Act starting September 1. Records for odd sections have lagged in transfer from Ottawa to local offices, risking delays. Applicants should apply in person at the Dominion Lands Agent office. even numbered sections may still be handled via Sub Land Agent if preferred.
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