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Silverton Silvertonian

Location

Silverton, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Apr 20, 1901

Page

3

Fresh Strawberries and Ice Cream Ad Coming Soon

Strawberries will be available at R.G Daigle's in a few days with Huzle Wood Ice Cream available as warm weather arrives.

R.G Daigle’s

Good Strike Boosts Bosun Mine Ore Channel

Contractors at the Bosun mine in Nedir town report a five inch streak of clean high grade galena ore in the long lower tunnel. The find confirms ore extends downward and should open up additional stoping ground at the site.

Bosun Nedir

Mining locals reveal active ore work at multiple Montana sites

Report covers Ivenhoe mill at full capacity and Clara Moore claim assessments near town. Preparations begin on Black Prince near Slovan City. Ge orge McFarland of Nelson handles Enter prise mill contract while Twelve Mile group crews extract rich ore. V and M mine ore carloads move to Twelve Mile dock as Temnest claim developers plan immediate work. Majoba claim tunnel reaches 110 feet with a ten foot raise. Ottawa miners discuss bounty prospects. Vancouver mine tunnel face advances on Lone Star group. Montana mining activity includes shipments from Silverton and notable industry figure Richard Rothwell passes in New York.

Local Items Highlight Town Happenings and Visits

A visitor Tom Allen of Ainaworth dropped in Tuesday while Miss May Lyons of London stayed as a guest of Mrs D.C. McRae. The Miners Union was organized with Vincent Lade as chief president. Arthur Mullen and Mrs Eilen Lurdick wed in Wal City. The census taker completed work this week, and A Jeffrey’s store closed briefly with plans to reopen soon. Iron goods and groceries are advertised in local notices.

Tom Allen Ainaworth

Naturalization Abuse Under Japanese Certificates Questioned

A Vancouver witness before the Chinese Commission described widespread naturalization fraud among Japanese applicants. He recounted certificates obtained through a notary and consul channels, with a labor official pressuring toward rapid naturalization at low cost. He condemned British Columbia's naturalization system as rotten.

Japan Burtwell Vancouver Bremner Notary Pub Lihen Notary Pubic British Columbia

Tunnel Progress at Vancouver Mine Delayed by Water

A long tunnel at the Vancouver mine is not yet in ore and will soon reach the old workings and plateau. The current work drains upper workings and supports decisions on sinking the abandoned wings due to persistent water inflow.

Vancouver

Shaft Deepens at Ten Mile Property with Rich Paystreak

A tor hilo report notes the Ten Mile shaft now extends 60 feet deeper. The bottom vein exceeds two feet in width with an 18 line paystreak yielding some of the richest ore seen in that district. Management presses ahead swiftly despite tidewater challenges.

Work Well God Way At Ten Mile Enterprise Mine

A week of carpenters framed timers for the new concentrator at Ue Enterprise mine on Ten Mile. The contractor will oversee past work. Aylwin near the Enterprise mine will be the center of a busy mining campaign this season with several properties in the neighborhood involved.

Ue Enterprise Mine Ten Mile Aylwin Enterprise Mine

Hewett Tram Contract Delayed and Aerial Line Planned

The Hewett tramway contract, originally due this week, will be let next week. Company plans have changed since the project began, with a possible shift from a surface tram to an aerial line.

Hewett

Amalgamated Copper Trust Expands Major Holdings

The Amalgamated Copper company forms a large trust second only to the Steel trust in power. It will absorb Anaconda Copper, Colorado Smelting and Refining, Parrot Silver and Copper, and Washoe Copper. Acquired firms include Calumet and Hecla, United Verde, Boston and Montana, and Butte and Boston. Capital stock rises to 180 million dollars.

United States Anaconda Copper Company Colorado Smelting and Refining Company Parrot Silva and Copper Washoe Copper Company Calumet and Heck Copper Mining Company United Verde Boston & Montana Company Butte & Boston Company Amalgamated Company

Metal market price report from New York edition

The column shows lead at 127861 pounds, silver 27491, copper £79, and lead at 4.974 dollars per ounce near close. The April 25 dispatch notes New York metals prices and a firm fixing relining price figures.

New York Iiners Ameters

Slocan Lake Ore Shipments Decline in 1990 Totals

Shipments from Slocan Lake totaled 4 950 tons in 1990. The year showed ore movement across the lake with figures indicating a lower output compared to prior periods.

Slocan Lake Sloan Lake

Fire Insurance Adjustment in Town Building Loss

The town building in this place, insured for 2000 dollars with the Phoenix Fire Insurance company of London, England, represented by Cross & Co, was destroyed on Thursday. The loss was adjusted last Friday with the noted value of 3000 dollars, a total loss.

Footenays Phoenix Fire Insaurance Company Lomson England Cross & Co

Windy City Atmosphere Affects Baseball Match Result

A chaotic score report notes New Denver defeats 81 to 18 amid weather and field conditions. Players appeared uncertain about ball selection due to pregame strain and crowd atmosphere affecting play.

Windy New Denver Eau Optig Sk

Citizens Meet To Plan Flood Protections At Victoria Hotel

Thursday evening a meeting at the Victoria Hotel proposed immediate flood protection for Silverton. George Fairbairn was chosen to supervise the work with a committee of Tyree, Scott and Grant to raise funds and labor. The group urged rapid action to fix the government road at the canyon mouth and straighten Four Mile creek to prevent disaster.

Victoria Hotel Four Mile Creek Government Road Geo. Fairbairn J, Tyree W, Scott D._ Grant Silverton Basinega

Baseball match with New Denver planned here after break

Ground prepared for Lub game as local officials report repairs. Police arrest Raven 2 on a stolen check tied to a local hotelier. The Satuday Post controversy over railway stance noted. Grant Thorburn and Geo Fairbairn return from coal-field trip predicting a regional boom. W Koch completes a new dock at Ten Mile Landing to support Lake trade. A Silverton gathering at Mrs. Brandon's home enjoys refreshments. Address changes by postal department listed for several towns. A youth recounts being kicked by a furious father but says he was not badly hurt.

W. Koch Han Ten Mile Landing Koch

Silvert on Baseball Club Formed at Victoria Hotel

A well attended meeting of baseball enthusiasts was held on Thursday evening at the Victoria Hotel. The Silvert on Baseball Club was formally organized with James Bower as captain and RO Matheson as secretary-treasurer. An outfit of necessary paraphernalia will be secured at once.

Victoria Hotel Silverton James Bower Matheson Tressurer Falr

Canadian Pacific Upper Lakes Sailings Resume Schedule

Navigation opens with new timetable from Owen Sound May 2 and Fort William May 5. Regular trips resume from Owen and Fort William with Athabasca and Manitoba runs set on Tuesdays Thursdays Saturdays and Fridays.

Owen Sound Fort William Canadian Pacific Upper Lake Steamera Owen Alberta Athabasca Manitoba Fepee Virt William Bionday Manitoba Tueaday

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