temnenetensaeens Che Baily Examiner. fay o CF Ee x a ES TE LTT Charlottetewn. August 6, 1877. eee Te OBITUARY.

Wirn sincere regret we this morning New Rankin, Esq. |

announce the death ot

} Phe deceased was a useful, and among i classes a highly esteemed, citizen. He W858) Qeperal Government, with an undacity

for some years Captain of the First Volun- teer Company of this city. Afterwards he was promoted to the honorable position of Colonel of the Volunteer Militia force of Queen's County—iv the formation and e!- ciency of which department he always “Manifested a deep interest. He was elected $Jayorof Charlottetown in the year 1873,and re-elected in 1874. In this capacity, by his integrity and faithful discharge of the on- erous duties appertaining to his high of- tice, he won the confidence and respect of his tellow-citizens. He was an honored inember of the Masonic brotherhood and of the Caledonia Club. As the son of a loyal Highlander (Major C, D. Rankin) he par- took of the spirit of his ancestors in per- petuating the ancient and timexhonored customs of his forefethers. Ile was always foremost in aiding any cause having for its object the general wellare of his native Province.

A RET, INFORMATION WANTED. THERE are one or two questions which we should vastly like the Hon. Mr. Me- Kenzie to turn his attention to, in order that he may give some explanation of

them to the people of this Province : llow is it—seeing that the Govern-

“economical —that the debt of the Dominion has been inerease}) $31, 471.255 in the past four years ?

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Hiow is it—seeing that the Govern~ ment i3 “able’’ and “prudent’’—that one snd 3 half million dol'ars have been sunk on ‘“‘steel rails’; that Senator Foster re ceived $109,000 for which no value has been received; that fifty one thousand tunr huodred and vighteen dollars were spent in the purchase of a swamp on the banks of the Kamenisquia; that $108,674 huve been charged to the account of the Pacilic Railway for Fort Francis Lock, which is many miles away fromthe. pro- posed route of the Pacific Railway ; that the cost of the Civil Government hus been increased from $750,874 ia 1873 to $841,995 in 1877; that $46,-

‘received by all parties with the respect

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\4 PUBLIC BUILDING PARTY USES.

| On Monday evening, at the meeting of I the LiberuleConservatives, held io the Atheneum, a large and influential com- | mittee was appointed, with power to add

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‘appointed before they were called upon to |

‘act in the interests of the Constitutional Party. Some of the supporters of the which we have never known equalled, assuming that no objection would be raised by the Executive, determined upon holdiag the banquet to Mr. McKenzie io the Provincial Building, and addressing a political meeting from the balcony. As soon as this became known, an address and protest to the Lieutenant Governor was at once prepared, which was speedily signed by a number of the leading citizens of Charlottetown. When this prompt action became known, feartul of the storm they were about to raise, Mr. MeKenzie’s committee abandoned a claim they never had any right to make, and the presenta- tion of the address became unnecessary.

Tt is a matter of no small congratula- tion to the people of this [sland that they have been spared the indignity of seeing their Public Building used tor the pur- nose of holding meetings in honor of those whose unstutcsmanlike conduct and bad faith to this Province have wrought a sense of wrong and injustice which is universally and keenly felt.

If Mr. McKenzie were to come here as the Premier of Canada, he would be

due to the first Minister of the Crown. But he comes as the chief of the “ Or. GANIZED Hypocrisy ’' which misgoverns us at Ottawa; as the Jeader of a faction which, by their mismanagement of the finances of the country, has paralyzed and unsettled our trade aud commerce, and the recollection of whose steel-rail pu;:- chase will be remembered as their most, brilliant fiaancial speculation, —because he eomes in these latter capacities he will be received and treated as any other pol- itician in whom the people have po confi- dence and whose principles they detest.

Below we give a copy of the address and protest which we have alluded to :—

CHakLorrerown, 3rd August 1877. Kobert Hodgson, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Hdward Isiand,

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Sin, —We have heerd with great astonish-

635 have been added to the cost of eol- hecting Customs duties within the same time ?

How Mr. MeKenzie—being opposed | to eoalitions—could ecoslesce with Cau. chou aud Cartwright? and

What process has Mr. Canchon under. cone by Which he has divested himself of the iniquity —which the Toronto Globe so. forcibly exposed -- of having ‘ coined money at the expense of the wiseries o! the wost helpless cf God's creatures ’’— the poor lunatics of Beaufort ? and

When did Mr. Cartwright cease to be the ‘meddler and muddler io figures” which the Teronto Globe declared him to be?

bid Mr, MeKeozie write the letter which Mr. L. H. Davies so frequently declared, last antumn, he received from him, promisiog a seat in the Cabiaet to Prince Edward Isiand, if Queen's County ‘*wonld retarn the right man ’’?

if Prinee Edward Island was entitled to a seat in the Cabinet in 1873 and in

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the autump of 1876, why not io 1877?

Wiat have the voters of this Provinee ever done, to be marked out for special levislationg in which an attempt was inade to distranchise one haif their num- ber ?

How is it that, with the Tariff raised from 15 yer cent. to 174 per cent., an anvuul deficit has tuken the place of an uneual surplus ?

Why wot just as well tax the silks and gatins and ribbons, etc., of the rich, as the poor man’s tea and tobacco ?

Why is not the rich man’s tea taxed as much in proportion to its value as the poor man’s?

These are some, among many, questions which the electors of this Province would much like to hear answered,

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‘TEMEERANCE.—The Urst monthly meeting | this port on Saturday last, for Liverpool, |

of the Society fur the Suppression of Ip- temperance willbe held i: the D.vision room O° the Atheraum on this Monday ev. Blog, at § oclock.

ment and surprise thal certain persons in Charlotte:own intend to use the Legistative Conncil Chamber, Lilriry and Assembly kkooms, or some of them, for the purpose ofa dianer for the Hon. Alexander McKenzie. and alsoiutend to appropriate the ba cony of the Provincial Building, as a platform from which to address a political meeting on Queen Square.

When tls Koyat Highness the Prince of Wales, and when General Williams visited the Province, the Provinciai Building was, with the approval of all, thrown open to weicome the Heir Apparent io the Throne, aod the bravest ef our countrymen.

But the case is far otherwise—when these rooms and this building, without the sanc tioa of their guardians, are appropriated for ‘a political purpose and for the furthering of tte designs of the leader of a political party, whose policy and whos» principles are, by the vast majority of the people of Prince Ed- ward Island, deemed inimical to its best in- lerests.

The Governor of a Province has not, un frequently, a difficult: task to preserve the balance between contending parties, aud we bear willing testimony thal your Hon has never failed in impartiality and in fair- ness; andl becaise we know this so well, we cannot bring ourselves to believe that the chief of the Executive has been consulted, or if consulted, has given bis sanction to the Public Buil lings of the Colony being thrown open for a “Grit” demonsiration and the furtherance of what are called, by a happy sareasm, * Reform rinciples.’ © Grit”

atesmen are distrusted, and so called * Re- rm Principles” are abhored by the vast majority of the people of this Province, and we protest against the use of our Public Builtings for t.¢@ proposed demonstration, a- an act calculated to lead to the supposition that the people of this Province are in har- inony with satesmen whom ihey distrust,and principles that they abhor,

As members cf the great Liberal Conser- vative Party of Canada, we protest against the Executive patronage being extended to the party in power, and to the studied slight to the corstitunional party of Canada and its leaders.

In case your Honor should, to our great regret, decide to adopt so deplorable a course, we beg to state that we hope soon to have a visit from Sir John A, McDonald, Dr. Tup- per, Mr. Thomas White. and) Mr. Dalton Me- Carthy: and we hope, indeed we feel assur- ed, that your tlonor will not deny to us the use of the Public Buildings, if same be ac-

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THE PRDSS ASSOCIA

On Friday ey -ning the Association pare wok of adinn at the Park Hotel. The dining room wa tastefully decorated. At one end of the ‘ont was the cordialhword * WeLcome’’ in ynamental capitals, and at vice ** Tbe Pen is mightier ‘than the Swora.”’ The dinner was 4 cor- poral and intellectual treat, Mr. lfolman exerted ‘himself (very successfully) to please hia visitors; and the visitors exerted themselves (very successfully) to make the entertainment pass off agreeably.

On Saturday morning the party left Sum- merside by twain for tlunter River. There they were provided by the Messrs. Bagnall with carriages, and drove through New Glasgow to the ‘ Sea Side Hotel.’ On the way, they hul an oppor- tunity of seeing and admiring a very fair specumen of our Island scenery. ‘The landscapes— covered with the rich green of the growing crops, and diversified with trees, streams, hedges, homesteads and turm animals—were greatly admired. At the **Sea Side,”’ the greater number en~ joyed the luxury of a real salt water bith, some visited the neighboring fishing sta tions, and walked about the beach discus- sing the Island and its capabilities. An enthusiastic bagpiper added to the jollity of ihe occasion. Dinner was served up at three o'clock, The party did ample justice toit. Hon- l. Brecken, (who presided) delivered a neat speech, Afver dinner, the Association alter heartily congratulatiog Mr. Newson, set out for Hunter River, where they took the cars for Charlottetown. Yesterday was spent * in Church,” and in driving or walking about the town and its suburbs The party—comprising the following mem-« bers of the Association—left this morning in the steamer for Pictou : —

C. D. Bur, President Association, /‘ost, Lindsay.

W. It. Climie and wife, Statesman, Bowman- ville,

James Innis and wife, Mercury, Guelph.

H. Hough, World, Cobourg.

E. Jackson and wife, Era, New Market.

G. Kh. Pattulio, Sentinel, Woodstock.

George Wilson and wife, Guide, Port Hope.

W., Seo.t, News, Picton, Vatario.

J. W. Bengough, Grip, Toronto,

P. ul. Bryce, Journal Education, Guelph.

F. G. Gissing, Review, Woodstock.

Jobn Cameron, wife and sister, Advertiser, London, Ontario.

W. K. Atkinson, Advertiser, London, Ont.

D. Wylie & Son, Recorder, Brockville.

J. B, Trayes, wite and son, Yimes, Port

Hope.

O, S. Carman, Daily Ontario, Beileviile,

J. C, Jamieson, Jntelligencer, Belleville,

J.J. Bell, Review, Peterboro,

P. E Moyer, News, St. Catherines.

Jobn Livingston, Times, Moncton.

W. CsMil:ner, Post Sackville,

A. J. siatheson, Arpositor, Perth, Ontario.

John Massie and wife, Observer, Cowans-~ ville, Quebec. ;

Mr. Sawle, Sachem, Caledonia, Ontario,

the other the

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THE PREMIERS KECEPTION,

On Saturday evening the Premier of this Dominion of ours arrived at Summerside in the steamer Si‘. Lawrence, from Shediac. ife was met on the wharf by a joint depu-. tation from Charlottetown and Summer. side. On landing from the steamer, Mr. McKenzie, with Mrs. McKenzie and others were conv >yed in the steamer Fark to the ‘+ Island Park slotel,’’ where they will re- main until this morning.

At about 8 o’clock a public meeting, of which Hon. Alex. Laird was Chairman, was convened at the Drill Shed. The Premier addressed the meeting. Ilis speech occu pied about an hour and a half, and was de- livered in a clear, logical style. His man- ner is unassuming, but ftirm and gelf- possessed. Ile was listened to with marked attention. Qn entering the Drill Shed he was presented with the following congratulatory address, to which he suit-~ aby replied :—

Tu. the Hon.Alerander McKenzie, Premier 4p anada :

HlononeD Sin.-On benalf of the inabi tariis of Prince County we bid vou a hearty Wel ome to our Island. F

The Ingh office which y. @ hold, the high- estiu the gift of this great Vominioa, alone demands this wibute of re pe -tat our hands Butthere are other considerations which mere immediatély concern yourself person- aliy, that renuer the privilege of welcoming you here peculiarly pleasant. Long before this Island) became a member of the Con- lederacy inany of us have watched with great interest your career in defeuce cf popalar rights aod in the advocacy ¢f measures which have given to the people of British North America su lurge a share 0! political free lum.

The great ability, untiring perseverance and unselfishness of purpose with whieh you have fuught your Wey to distinction chal- lenge our admiration and respect, the more so When we remember that you have risen from the ranks of Ue people, not by the aid vo! adventitious circumstances, but by your own well-directed exertions. Whatever may be the changes in political parties, we

corded to our opponents. We have the honor to be Your obd't servants,

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‘Tug barque “ George Peake” sailed from

/with a cargo consisting of 14,500 pieces deal ends containing 590,000 superficial feet; 200 pieces biich timber, containing , 3,200 cubie feet; 675 bundles4 ailings, and - 205 boxes lobsters,

are assure i aud are glad to helieve that you | will continu: to exert a powerful iniluence | in directing the public aflairs of this great | Dominic n.

We are pleased to learn that you are ac. /companied by Mrs. McKenzie, We desire that she shall share in our welcome to you, and Seg to express cur warmest wishes for , your continued health and prosperity. | Wetrust that your stay amongst us may be inthe highest degree pleasantand agree able to you, and that you wil go away with a favorable impression of the Island ant its

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OUR HALIFAX LETTER.

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Harrax, July 30.

spent the time to visit Halifax—" the City of the Sea,’”’ might spend a few days very agreeably around this locality. Through the kindness of flon. Mr, Whitchier, the |

the Dominion, our first day in Halifax was | spent in viewing the grounds and fortitica - | tions of * Citadel Hill,”’ one of the strong- est natural fortifications in the world. Looking down from its commanding posi tion above the city we need not wonder that the military genius of the Duke of Kent saw fit to surround it with a net~ work of fortifications, which are second to none in the British possessions. The em.! battled heights stand out in bold and clear | relief. stern™ and defiant, and from the) highest pinnacle floats the “Cross of St. | George.’’ This is England's pledge and | promise that while the old flag * waves | above the battle and the breeze,” she | will defend the city of the Loyalists from} tall intruders. Looking seaward to the ‘right, we see fort upon fort stretching out as far as the eye can reach towards the eye can reach towards the wave-washed ‘shore of Sambro. To the left stands George’s Island bristling with breech, | loaders, mortars and every other imple ment of destruction known to modern war- fare. Hot indeed would be the reception tendered to any combination which might choose to test the strength, or try the met- tle of the present guardians of Halifax. From the western slope of Citadel Hill we look down on the North Park, one of the public promenades of the city. This park is nicely arranged with long serpentine walks. n either side of every walk, trees are thickly planted: underneath their broad and spreading foliage seats have been arranged with considerable taste. These seats are intended for the use of the public.

On the north side of the citadel are the public gardens of Halifax ‘These gardens are laid out with great care and taste Back of these again ig the cemetary, there amidst flowers and foliage, sleeping their last dreamless sleep. lies many of Halifax’s most honored aead.

The trains that first conceived the idea of apubiic garden for the use of the citi. zens of Halifax, have performed a work of philantrophy of which they may well feel proud. I know not who they sre, never- theless, I reverently raise my hat, and wish them God speed on their mssion, in en- deavoring to lighten the burden which many of the poor of Halifax, doubtless, tinds so hard to bear. What a_ priceless boon these gardens must be to the thou. sands within the city who have no other means of recreation. except to enjoy a health of pure air within their limits? What loads of care and sorrow must be lifted —tor the time being - from the hearts of many, by being permitted to wander at will around the beautiful wa'ks 80 taste. fully decorated with flowers and shrubber | ing? Wow many they are, whose lives are one continued struggle for existence, whose sole pleasure consists in looking forward to the time when they will be permitted to enjoy a quiet sojourn beneath some leafy shade in the pubiic gardens.

Daly we read of deeds of daring aid bravery being performed under different circum.tances, but they are hundreds of hard-worked and care-worn people in every large city who exhibit more real he: roism in teaching themselves to be SALI | fied with their lot m= life, than does he wko faces tne mouth of the cannons, under the influence of temperance excitement. A number of British men-of-wir are now lying in Elalifax harbor. Ove of hese, the Bellerophen, is % splendid iropplated, ship of fifteen guns. She carries a crew of 600 meu. a3 fine a looking se: of fellows as you | would wish to look at: The Be/lerophen seems to be fitted out with all the modern improvements for siaughtering bumanity, such as Ga'atin guns, Martinie Breechs | loading rifles, Breech-loading revolvers | &c. These, of course, are intended for use when the game gets close. Sie s also provided with a very formidabie look- ing ram, which extends from the lower portion of her steam fof a distance of twentyrfive feet. Vhere seems to be but little room to doubt that she would give aby Opponent whom she might choose to tackle, a pretty sickly punch with this modern invention of naval warfare. j The Fishery Commission is now in ses- sion here. In afew days you will likely

bear from me in referenge to the doing: of hat b ody. ©

Nova’ Scomia Coprer Orrs,—At a meete ing of the Geological Society of Lonion, held on the 20th June last, the following paper was read :—

‘‘ Notes «n some recent Discoveries of Copper Ore in Nova Scotia,” by Edwin Gilpin, Esq., M.A., F.G@.S.

The author described the occurrence in the northern part of Nova Scotia of a great band of Silurian deposits, running nearly east and west, and traversed ina corresa ponding direction by numerous detached bands of granites, syenites, &c. Rough-~ ly parallel to the line of the latter there is a tolerably well-defined series of fractures running from Parrsboro on the Bay of Fundy to Guysboro on the Atiantic coast. The course of this line of disturbance is marked by metamorphism, and by the presence «f associated ores of iron and copper. The principal localities where the latter occur are noticed by the author, who states that the copper dep sits attain the r greatest development near Lochaber Lake

and Polson’s Lake. where they form a series of veins cutting at oblique angles black and

Axy Prince Edward Islander who could |

gentlemanly Commissioner of Fisheries tor ,

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In which Miss Campbell will sing ‘' The Harp that once thro’ Tara’s Uall,” “Wwe Girly Are All Complaining,” and the serio-comie song “Ud Like to be a Swell.”

Mr. S. N. Earce bas kindly consentedgto | reside over the music. Prices 23 & 50 cents. begins at 8. Aug. 6—

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Provincial Normal School,

HE First Term of the Norma} Sehoo!, under the School Act of 1877, wilt com-

mence on the second Tuesday of th's month (August the l4th), Applications for aa- mission imay be made at once to the Prie~ cipal, who will forward to fatending students all informatiog in regard to the eutewace examination, and the subsequent course of | sturly.

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UNpre the auspices of the Caledonian ub, will be held near Charlottetown, 6 the

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Railroad and Steamb: @. Vickets, good to re- rarn on the same or following day, will be issued at half fare.—PFor prizes, ete., see Programme.

N. CaMPBRLL, Joun A. MCDONNELL, Sec. Com. Chairman Com. Aug, ?—3in 18 & 14

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ANTED TO RENT—A Dwelling Honse containing not less than eight rooms, situated in a pleasant part of the City. Ad- dress to Box 98, Post Office. Aug. 6—3in eod*

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