03 Oct 1867
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Newspaper
Summerside Journal
Location
Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Date
Oct 03, 1867
Page
1
The text argues against marrying for home or status, urging women to marry only for love. It emphasizes love as dignifying and sacred, warning that a loveless union demeans both partners and condemns old maids to poor prospects. It condemns old bachelors who exploit women and children.
News from Boston reports the death of Sir Frederick Bruce British Minister at Washington after a throat illness while staying at Narragansett Beach. He died at 2 a.m. with Senator Charles Sumner and others nearby. Secretary Seward arranged for remains to be sent home, and a British Legation representative will travel to Boston to arrange onward shipment aboard the steamer.
The London Times reports Abyssinian expedition plans for India led by Sir Robert Napier with Sir Charles Stavely as second in command. Steam transport to Bombay will depart for a November arrival, with Massowah discussed as base and three hospital steamers prepared by the Iadin office under imperial funding.
After the Sheriff declared candidates elected a royal salute caused a fatal accident in Yarmorrit N5. Two young men Frank Killam and Manus Kane were injured. Kane died from injuries while Killam survived with severe wounds. A relief fund raised 1600 by 3 pm for the Kane family.
The London Canadian News notes a brief session in Parliament focused on indemnity for expenditures since June, creation of a unified provincial tariff, and measures for the Intercolonial Railway. Surveys will be handed to A Awe ders Light and Stanford Fleming, with a potential January session for ordinary business.
The high sheriff held a simple court to declare the candidates returned for the House of Commons and Local Assembly in Halifax county after the late election. Few people attended and interest was low as the proceedings were largely ceremonial. The statement lists the official totals.
A list of elected representatives for the Dominion Parliament at Ot Mina is provided, with each name paired to the county they were returned for. The document enumerates the pro Viv stance and outlines the geographic assignments across counties.
A list of New Brunswick MPs elected to the House of Commons and their counties. Restigouche to Victoria and other districts include McMillan York Wisher Carleton Connell Sunbury Burpee Queens Parris Chinrvlotte Oiton St John Tilley Gray Albert Wallice Kent Renaud Northumberland Jolson Kings Ryan Gloucester Avvlin Westmorland Simith Costigan. The three ast named were the only anti confederates among fifteen. Johnson Fisher and Tilley were delegates to London to help frame the Union Constitution.
The Intercolonial Railway debate centers on Northern versus Western routes with Central fading. Liberal ministers discuss distances and military value from Rivière-du-Loup to Shediac and St John, while Nova Scotia and New Brunswick statistics bolster Western arguments for proximity to Ottawa and major cities.
Fragmented dispatch notes debate over preferred rail route from Creejertice to the province capital, with a long distance via the north shore and a shorter inland path. A Windsor Bay train accident near Bireh Cove causes multiple deaths and injuries as workers clear freight cars. One victim is the son of a noted sculptor, respected in town, while a military camp stay in Bedford is mentioned. Additional items report a doctors appointment plan and a notable fire at St Pierre, Miquelon, causing major property loss.
Telegraph reports Sir John A Meonala may stay in Cabinet amid rumor denial. Jeff Davis and wife arrived in Toronto as Savannah crowds clash with police during a rally led by a Boston man named Bradley. Fire losses in Boston and West Windsor. Taft surrenders to authorities with bail set. Parliament to meet November 6. Canada notes, New York gold price recorded.
A testimonial extols Wistar’s Balsam of Wild Cherry as a universal cure for coughs and lung ailments. It recounts a Fairfield Me case of Henry A Archer, once deemed consumptive, who improved after two bottles. Prepared by Seth W Fowle & Son and sold by druggists. W R Watson listed as general agent.
James J. Rice writes from Cape Wolfe reporting Bermuda’s St George town streets and climate. He notes narrow streets, abundant vegetation, and a garden like feel, plus the mix of white English descendants and a large colored population. He comments on hospitality, discipline, and cautious health concerns, ending with a wave of thanks to the journal.
The article notes rapid Temperance Reform growth in Western settlements near Summerside, detailing temple establishments west of Summerside, with Hope Temple preexisting, a new temple opening on the 24th, and meetings planned in additional localities. It mentions a total lodge membership nearing 400 and lists officers of Victoria temple and related terms.
The piece denounces Manchester brickmakers for violent union tactics and urges education reforms. It discusses Britain's Abyssinian expedition, warns of harsh campaigning risks, critiques ritualist conflicts in the church, and comments on European militarism and Nova Scotia politics.
The County Lodge of Prince County met in Centreville on the 26th, reporting a healthy state. Elections installed officers include W Chief J. B. Schurman and others. address given stressing unity and temperance against alcohol, with next session planned at Granite Lodge in December.
Publication states no notice may be taken of any communications and that names and addresses of correspondents are kept to guarantee good faith. It disclaims obligation to exclude communications not used.
Tim Steamer of the Princess of Wales took from this port on Wednesday morning last 13 horses 500 bushels oats 69 head of cattle and several barrels of oysters. The Wilmot Creek Bridge is in a dangerous state and travelers are warned to pass carefully, especially after night. Oats sell at 2s per bushel Ed barley at 3s 6d and oysters at 9s.
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