Aliens and immigration sparks Newfoundland debate in 1891
A Newfoundland Legislative Council discussion assesses naturalization law reform and who counts as an alien. Speakers debate old and new meanings, possible migration incentives, and whether to boost settlement with capital, farms, and newcomers from Britain and beyond. They call for prompt action on fisheries treaty concerns with France and decide on a joint committee plan to present a unified stance to Parliament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newfoundland
Wngland
Ireland
Scotland
England
Iley
Australia
United States
Canada
Zeam
Wen
Axgel
Korea
St. John's
Newlandland
Indian Arm
Green’ Bay
Boos
Cipous
Developus Ut
Monroe
Ddr
Cure for Deafness Promised by Simple Remedy in Montreal
A notice claims a person cured of deafness after 23 years through a simple remedy and invites inquiries to Nicholson at 30 St. John Street, Montreal, for details.
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Nicholson
St. John, Street
Montreal
Sealing Bill Defeated in the Legislative Council
The Sealing Bill, passed by the House of Assembly but defeated on second reading in the Legislative Council, faced opposition from members tied to sealing interests. The measure aimed to delay steamship voyages, relax sailing restrictions, and reduce immature seal kill to boost sailing craft and fishermen. Critics argued that the defeat harms the colony’s workers and commercial prospects, while proponents cited potential gains from earlier or later departures and improved seal yields.
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House of Assembland
People’s Representatives
Legislative Council
Hon
Sealing Bill Contested Over March Sailings and Benefit Debate
Debate over a sealing bill centers on optimal sailing dates for steamers to reach seals in prime condition. Proponents argue the measure benefits the whole country by boosting the coal fishery and profits, while opponents accuse a few monopolists of bias. Petitioners from Conception Bay backed March sailing, naming seasoned fishermen who fear regional disadvantages. Those voting against the measure included Hans, Pitts, Rendell, McKay, and Angel. in favor were Hans, Sheriff Lalbot, and Dr. Skelton.
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Green Bay
House of Assembly
Conception Bay
Thompson
Hans
Messrs. Pitts
Rendell
Rendell, McKay
Angel
Sheriff Lalbot
Dr. Skelton
Grand Word Making Prize Contest Opens for Readers
The Canadian Agriculturist and Home Magazine offers a $5,000 prize pool for the best word creations from the letters in The Agriculturist. Prizes include a grand piano, watches, china, and cash. entry closes May 29 with early submissions rewarded by prize priority. Subscriptions at $1 for six months accompany each entry, and a panel of judges will decide final rankings.
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Newfoundland
Grost
Canadian Agriculturial
Home Magazine
Priza
Hogland
Everbody
Noen
Earh
Aodavon
America
Commonogs
Catport
Galcutt
Paterborough
A. V. RB
United States
D. C
Ontario Telephone Company
Ontario
Canadian Agriculturet
Addeesa
DaNabiax
Peterborough
Quts
Coastal Steamer Conscript Arrives in Fog Shrouded Port
The coastal steamer Conscript arrived from the South Monday evening. Dense fog kept her in port until morning, after which she departed for the North and is due back Thursday evening.
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Conscript
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Nawe
Ionger
Mr. Hanvey
Fisheries’ Commission
IkaAkoyey
Hou
Mr. M
Taenk
Harvey
Ile
Mr. H
Colon
Slike
Mr. HH
Mary
House of Commons
Anny
Waaim
Messrs. Harvey, Monroe and Angel
France
Sprinxge
Messia- Harvey
Mouron
Augel
Surance
Qouncil Chambar
SGC
and— Northern Weekly Advertiser
Tuixo Hary
Yranty
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