13 Feb 1904
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Newspaper
Ymir Mirror
Location
Ymir, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 13, 1904
Page
1
Local items in Ymir report Spencer Sanderson expected back from Scotland and Seaney's offering fresh stocks of Holland herring and apples. Barnhart returns to work, White sermons noted, and Newitt & Co promote spring bargains. The week sees ore car movement, a Valentine Day mention, and community movers like J C Carruthers and Jack Welch settling into new roles.
A note on the page complains about a due subscription and urges payment with a sharp nudge. The casual phrasing implies an unpaid balance and a reminder to renew promptly.
Jerry Ryan, already jailed in Nelson for prior thefts, faced Judge Forin on a speedy trial plea for stealing a watch valued at 35 from G W Evans of the McLeod Hotel. Evans testified he could not confirm how the watch was taken. Ryan admitted pawning it after a drinking spree. The judge dismissed the charge and ordered Ryan returned to jail to finish his prior sentence.
The war begins with Japan crippling the Russian fleet at Port Arthur. No major land engagements are reported as the conflict starts. The provincial legislature has been prorogued after a brief session following prior Confederate business.
A shell game of ventriloquists and local grafters strikes Ymir with two shows in one at the Opera House. Professors White and a mixed act short of scenic effects perform amid a satire on suckers and a beauty contest funded by votes bought with pennies and dollars. The sham season’s songbook and a risqué frontispiece round out the hoax as townsfolk pay for dubious entertainment.
The editor disclaims responsibility for correspondent opinions but reserves right to edit out irrelevant or offensive material. Readers must sign name for identification, though publication is not guaranteed without consent, and rejected letters may not be returned unless requested.
A Nelson area letter to the editor defends Buckworth and Glenzier swapping roles while criticizing Gisuzier for inaccurate news. The writer disputes a claim about a conservative MP’s constituency and questions a member’s speaking ability and advocacy for his district.
A rambling letter from Larry Figy in Ymir critiques showmen and political baiting. He warns suckers bite when beauty and spite divide voters and denounces sending money to Nelson for bread. The writer calls the district to support local industry despite venomous political remarks.
To the Editor Mirko the writer questions hospital accounting for November and December charges totaling 579.99 for new buildings. The only visible project is a wood shed, unclear if it reflects a larger contract. The writer urges audit by a government auditor and seeks explanation of the charges.
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