1 : |

-—-

a

te a

' : i :

THE DAILY EXAMINER.

JULY 14, 1887.

Midsummer Madness.

Tue shortsighted foolishness of the dis cussions and demonstrations in favor of Commercial Union with the United States which have recently taken place in Canada, more apparent

is becoming every

d ay The United States, not Canada, is the place in which to deliver speeches and have big demonstrations; for the United States hold the key which opens the dow to Commercial Union. Everyone knows

the fact is written upon our statute book

rela-

that Canada desires iuprov ed trade

tions with the cider and wealthier repub-

lic, and to that end would be willing te adopt any fair and feasible schome. Every- one knows that if the tariff of the United down to the

Mother Coun-

States were brought same

basis as that of Canada, the try could have no reasonable objection to

Commercial Union, and that the proposal

would be brought within the range of prac-

ticability. But it is the United States which

has to be convinced that the proposed

change is one which should be made

How far the speeches delivered in Canada are calcul ated to convince the people of the United States ismade clear bythe followiag, clipped from the New York Tribune :

‘“* Mr. Er

>

istus Wiman is too candid an ad vocate of commercial univn to promote the success of the cause on both sides of the line In one of his Canadian speeches this week h« predicts that if affairs ‘are permitted to drift 4s at present, annexation will be inevitable. Commercial union, he contends, will Dominion all the advantages of an nexation without any of the penalties. This is certainly a strong argument for loyal British subjects who want all the ‘ to be derived trom can union without

to the Wueen or s

conter

Upolu the

economic benetits membership in the Ameri renouncing their allegiance iring the politi cal respon government. Mr. begs the question when he pleads for com

sibilites of republican W iman,

looks across the border and

nowever,

mercial union as the sole alternative for an nexation.

Americans are not ambitious in their relations with their neighbors on this continent. ; Phey do not desire to drag any of the Cana dian Provinces into the union, nor to encour age premature agitation of the question. Nevertheless, they are convinced that the incor

1 i~ wes he A 1

8 zt I and Ae th, 4

AX aft t ipa hi Suture with

La i ui l mm d Le a

8, THEY ARE RELUCTANT TO BLOCK THE ROAD TO ANNEXATION. When, therefore, Mr. Wiman tells the Canadians that annexation must come speedily unless commercial union

ean be effected, they are disposed to let the frontier tariffs stand. It may be true, they will conclude, that with commercial union the provinces will have allthe advantages of the American state system without any of the re sponsibilities; but why should so one-sided a Why should the British

continent obtain all the com mercial benetits of membership in the unien, while they remain outside and are dependent upon the Crown?

comy act be made ? colonies on the

The speeches in Canada are, in point of

fact, destroying our chances of obtaining improved trade relations with the United

States. They are the lastest

develop-

ments of midsummer madness.

Sir Charles Dilke en the Future of the Empire.

The author of *‘ Greater Britain,” in an article upon the present position of the United Kingdom with regard to European makes some valuable comments

relations of England and her

He sees plainly that the future policy of the Mother Country must be in- fluenced more and more by the require- ments of the Colonies, that on the one hand their power to assist in time of war will rapidly increase, and on the other their growing importauce will compel the people of Great Britain to adopt a firmer tone towards the encroachments of foreign nations than they might otherwise be dis- posed to assume. While expressing his strong approval of the recent Conference, the writer gives his opinion that it was practically an Australian Conference,

politi a. upon the Colonies,

“and for the present it would seem that the chief strength that can be gained from our Colonial posses-

sions for general Imperial defence must come from Australia.” It seems doubtful, however, what he means by ‘‘general Im- perial defence’; is it the defence of their own coasts, or the measure of assistance they could furnish for the Imperial navy, or their ability to contribute to offensive ions against another Power/ We ‘ather to the opinion that the Aus

traitwu Colonies have shown themselves eager Sto participate in a fresh defensive scheme, not because they are strong, but because in comparison with the interests at stake and the dangers to which they are exposed, they had hitherto been weak- er and more assailable than either Canada or South Africa. The violent irritaticn displayed by the Australian delegates to the Conference, on the subject of the New Hebrides, points to a natural fear of the extension of French power in the Pacific.

The author of ‘* Greater Britain ” is evi- dently in favor of Imperial Federation, but the question has not,in his opinion, *‘ reach- ed the stage at which it can have any bear- ing upon the present position of European politics. He admits, however,—

‘** That even in the absence not only of strict Federation, but of general military agreement among the various portions of the Empire, England does nevertheless carry with her into European counctl much of the weight, which comes from the possession of India and the Colonies. She cannot appear in Europe mere- ly as Great Britain or merely“as the United Kingdom, but takes with her wherever she goes, both the strength and the weakness that attach to her world-wide position.”

In other words, Great sritain eannot evade the responsibilities of Empire; and since this is impossible, does it not behuve her Government to prepare for meeting them by every means in their power / .

_—_-

Tue Herald reports that Gen. W. T. Sher- man, the hero of ‘the march to the sea,” is on his way to Halifax in A. E. Bateman’s yacht Metor, "rom Halifax he wil! go to Lake George, where his family is sto ping. His brot her, Senuter Sherman, is als c ming t Canatia,

S| difficulties at St. Stephen, N. B.

Wedding Bells,

The nuptials of Mr. Henry Smith, the popu- lar Assistant Clerk of the County Court, and Miss Eliza Lawson, one of the most highly esteemed teachers on the staff of our City School Board, were celebrated last evening. We heartily congratulate the happy pair, and wish them health and prosperity,

Cue Halifax Herald (13th) reports; There was alarge gathering in Brunswick Street Church yesterday afternoon to witness the marriage of Professor W. J. Alexander and Miss Laura Morrow, second daughter of the late James B. Morrow. A. G. Troop was best man, and the bride was attended by her sister, Miss Edith Morrow, Miss Sheppard, of Edinburgh, and little Miss Oxley The bride was dressed in cream satin, trimmed with orange blossoms and lace. The presents were numerous and valuable. The happy couple left on the Quebec express to spend their honeymoon.

ee

Death of a Well-Known Clergy- man.

Rev. Alexander McKay died at Montreal on the 29th ult., in the 66th year of his age. The deceased was a native of Scotsburn, in the county of Pictou; studied at Aberdeen University, where he took the degree of M.A. and commenced the ministry at Belfast, P. E. Island, in the year 1832. Thence he was call. ed to the charge of the congregation of Salt- springs and Gairloch, in the county of Pictou. After laboring there for some years he accept- ed a call to a congregation in Ontario and has since labored in that Province. For some years he has been laid aside from active duty by ill-health, but a few months ago his health seemed so restored that he accepted a charge at Summerstown. But another disease set in for which he found it necessary to go to Mon treal to have an operation performed. It was successful, but salashenntlie set in and he ex- pired the next day. Mr. McKay was a bold, earnest preacher of the truth as he believed it, and in private, esteemed for his integrity and kindness of heart.

ll Prowning Accident.

(ine of the saddest of the sad incidents

of the day is the drowning of Midshipmen

Stewart, Taylor and Jenkinson of H. M. S. Canada. They were all here a few days ago taking part in the Jubilee celebration, and made many acquaintances in Charlotte- town. The facts, as far as can be ascer- tained, are as follows: The three midship- men left the Canada about 2 p. m. on Sun- day afternoon and proceeded to the north slip, where they engaged a sloop called the Puritan, belonging to George Lovett. The boat was ballasted with rocks. They ran up to Bedford and took supper at Beech’s hotel, which they left at 7.30 p. m., and started to beat down to Halifax in the face of a strong south wind, which was getting stronger as the evening advanced. Then the fog and the night shut them in, and that was the last seen of them. Only one of the young men, Mr. Taylor, had had any experience in sailing a boat; the other two were mere boys and knew nothing about it. It will be remembered how black and squally it became after sundown Sun- day evening. It is conjectured that in one of these heavy gusts the sloop was cap- sized and went to the bottom with all on board. ne i > a nae Rapid Progress of Canaca.

The Scottish American Journal is one of the New York journals whose interest in Canada is not of an unfriendly character. Speaking of the celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the birth of the Dominion, the Journal says :—

‘‘The history of the Dominion during its twenty years existence is too well known to require even a brief notice on our part. In- deed, its astonishing rapid progress and pros- perity have b.ea frequent themes in these cclumns. During that time it has on one hand quieted two notable rebellions, and on the other has completed and operated two of the most important railways in the world—the Canadian Pacific and Inter- colonial. During fifteen of these twenty years Sir John A. Macdonald has been premier; but we think it would be wrong to attribute the progress and prosperity of the Dominion to one ministry more than another—these grand results have rather been produced by the indomitable perseverance and industry of the Canadian people.”

The Scottish American gives statistics of the progress of Nova Scotia, and expresses the opinion that ‘“‘among all the British possessions there is none which can show greater and more rapid progress and pros- perity, considering the many adverse cir- cumstances it has had to contend with, than Nova Scotia.”

Franco-German War Cloud.

[f the temper of the German press were a faithful reflection of the disposition of the Government a war with France would be a question of a few days. The revela- tions at the Klein trial, the French tax on foreigners which is openly designed to abect Germans, and the prohibitive import on German spirits, have the combined effect of incensing the people to the utmost. The latter measures by themselves have been held of less account, but associated with the spy trials they have heightened the general sense that French enmity is im- placable and that it seeks te wound the Germans where it can, waiting a chance to inflict the deadliest injury. The trial of Klein is the fifth treason trial in which elear proof was afforded that the French war ministry has organized a system of espionage. A worse case than any reveal- ed is under enquiry. An employee of the central administration at Stratsburgis about to be tried at Leipsic. He is charged with selling to the French war office all of the official reports sent to the chief administra- tor of Alsace by his various subordinates. The completeness of this system of espion- age suggests that treason is still at work and that any moment may bring further re- velations. Official irritation equals that of the public.

> _ Fresu apples,oranges and lemons at Beer & Gotis, jy 13 2i

L. C.A NsLey, advance agent of Thomas N. Doutney, isin town. Mr. and Mrs. Doutney open here on Sunday afternoon in the Market Hall at 3 o'clock ; also at 7.45 p. m.,and every evening until further notice. jyl4 3:

THe Salvation Army are laboring under On Tues- day evening of last week they were assaulted | with stones, and streams of water were turned ;on them through hose. On Wednesday an attempt was made to drown the Army nyusty | with the nolsb of tin paths; htiny; ett’

THE DAILY EXAMINER, - ~- -

Loss of the Merrimack,

The sensational reports of the brave gentlemen who jameel into a boat and left the women and children to their fate, are flatly contradicted by other passengers: We quote the Halifax Herald:—_ :

‘Some passengers who arrived in the city by special teams from Liverpool yesterday, atlirm that the story told by Messrs. Hart and Fader of the cae i he of the Merrimack’s crew, robbery of passengers: baggage, drunk- enness, etc,, was grossly exaggerated. Messrs. Stamford, Fogg and Kirkham, say they were on the wreck long after Hart and Fader left, and saw nothing of what those two gentlemen alleged occurred, Of course there was considerable excitement consequent upon the first shock of the disaster. That was quite natural and to be expected. But within a very few minutes, Captain Crowell and his officers were fully alive to the situation and to their responsibilities. Perfect discipline prevailed. The boats and life rafts were promptly launched, the passengers placed in them, and everything done that it was possible to do tor the safety and comfort of the passeagers, all of whom were removed from the wreck within one hear of the disaster. The women behaved heroically, and set an example to many of the men. They were supplied with blankets from the ship and sent ashore to the main- land. The men were got ashore on theisland. Some of the crew, as wellas two passengers, were drunk on the island, but no evidence of drunkenness was seen onthe wreck. Mr. Stamford alleges that a fog prevailed at the time of the disaster. The fog set in at Il o'clock, and when the ship struck at 12.30 it was still quite misty. The Chronicle publishes a statement to the effect that the ship's compasses were out of order; and that Captain Crowell had long been aware of that fact. Thet statement, if true, should and doubtless wil: be thoroughly investigated. The heavy seas which have swept the coast since Sunday have confined the male passen- gers on Little Hope Island. The majority of them were still there yesterday and not likely to reach Liverpool in time to catch the City of St. John; but the women and such male passengers as succeeded in getting to the mainland will doubtless come up on that vessel.”

The Merrimack was built in Boston in 1864, and was employed by the U. 8. government. After the war she ran between Rio Janeiro and New York until 1878, when she was placed in the ship yard at Boston, and stripp- ed to the hull, where she was rebuilt. On being inspected she was immediately charter- ed by the United States and Brazil Mail and Steamship Company and placed on the route between New York and Rio Janeiro on a time charter, which expired in January, 1886. She was then chartered to carry mails and passen- gers between New York, Havana and Mexico, and contiuued running to these ports until April ot that year, when she was taken off and placed on the route between Halifax, Boston and the Island. On her first trip to the Island last season she got ashore, but came off again without damage, and afterwards had a most successful season. During last winter she was eugaged on _ the Boston and Savannah rcute, and Boston and Charleston. On her last trip to the latter port she met with an gccident to her machi- nery. She was then thoroughly overhauled and repaired, and had made her first trip to this port and the Island, being on her first trip to Boston from this port this season when she met with the accident. She was 2,200 tons registor. 270 feet long, 33 feet wide, 28 feet depth of hold, had accommedation for 475 passengers, and a freight capacity of 1,200 tons. She had an average speed of 13 knots an hour, She was commanded by Captain Crowell, who belongs to Cape Cod, and who has been running on her for some years. The Merrimack had a pilot on board (Capt. J. G. Reynolds), who has been running between this port and Boston in that capacity for about 20 years. He was formerly on the Carroll, and was transferred to the Merrimack on her coming on this route. This is the first vessel belonging to this line that has been lost during the 23 years they have been en- gaged in the trade.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.

Qe

A Request.

Sir,—I would wish, through your valu- able journal, to request any person or per- sons who may have in their possession one side of a bedstead, smal] bureau drawer, a roll of stair carpet, oilstove, feather bed, or blankets, as 1 have lost them since they were removed from my house at the time ot the fire, and a great many other things, to leave them at Mr. James Phillip’s, stone- cutter.

Thanking the people for the kind manner in which they assisted in saving my furniture, and you for your valuable space.

I remain, Yours truly, Mrs. Joun Jury.

July 12, 1887.

“The Rollo.”

Srm,—Is it true that ‘Rollo Engine” has been lying in her room since the late fire with- out anything being done towards repairing her? It is a well known fact that this engine was useless at the late conflagration, and if she has been allowed to remain in her station for the last week without an effort to have her put in thorough working order, the sooner the citizens are made aware of the fact the better for all concerned. Enough money has been thrown away on this machine for the last year or so to have it in good repair. No doubt we will hear of this engine being ‘‘tho- roughly repaired” again, and also of an exhi- bition or test at some of the city pumps for half an hour or so, and the citizens are sup- posed to be satisfisd. The proper time and place for those tests are when the engine is required to do duty. Enough of this mimic ery with our fire apparatus. It is good work and not sham that is required in this wooden city. The citizens ought to stir themselves in this matter, and see what appliances they have at their service before they are over- taken with disaster and ruin.

July 12, 1887. SAFETY,

P S,—Since penning the above I understand that another of those tests have been made, the result of which I have not learned. S.

———

Cold-biooded Murder.

A sensation has been enacted at Allen- ford, Ontario, by the cold-blooded murder of Carrie McDongall, widow of Archibald McDougall. The murder was committed by a man named Samuel Hughes, a neigh- bor. Two bullets entered the right breast, ceusing death almost instantly. Hughes afterwards shot himself, but not fatally. He is now lodged in Walkerton goal. The verdict of the coroner’s jury was ‘“ Pre- meditated murder by Samuel Hughes,” Jealousy is alleged to have been tht chuse

ol the rsh act,

nt " ~~

BP OR aR vemsensceerseninnen

Boston Markets.

Boston, July 11.

Eoos~—The receipts ape unusually light to- day, owing to the wreck and total loss of the P. E. Island steamer Merrimack. There is a steady good demand for choice fresh stock, and prices are ruling a shade firmer as quoted. We quote: P. E. Island, firsts, 15}e.

Currse—The Liverpool, G. B., quotation is 46s. 6d.

“MARRIED.

On the 13th inst.. by Rev. J. M. MacLeod, at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. tlenry Smith, Assistant Clerk of the County Court, to Kliza, davghter of Henry Laws n, Ksq., of the Montrea) Star.

At Souris, on the Ith inst., by the Rev Gregory NcDonald, Hon. Simon Bolger, of ¢ har’ lottetown, to Katie Brinsol, of Souris Line Road

———

DIED.

At his residence, Summerside, July 13th, Ar- chibald Neil Ramsay, son of the late Neil Ram- say, of this city, aged 33 years.

(Funeral will leave his late residence to-mor- row, Friday, at 2p. m., for Summerside Ceme- tery. Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend without further notice.)

NOTICE. |

A MEETING of te Liberal Conservative Asso- ciation will be held at Georgetown on TUES- DAY, 19th inst., at 11 o’clock, a. m. D. GORDON, President.

Georgetown, July 143i wky li

GRA IN D

Farewell Recital,

-OF-

Miss Jenny McGarry, IN THE—

MAREK EL

Friday Svéaled, July t5th,

Assisted by the Best Local Musical Talent, Mr. EARLE at the Piano,

HALL,

Thrilling Recitals~ Mirthful Sketches— Fun, Wit, Folly—Smiles and Tears. Tickets. 25 and 35 cents,

Book Store. Secure them at once. July 13, 1887.

For sale at Drug and

‘Wreck Sale.

For the Benefit of All Concerned.

TH E wrecked schooner Lizzie ©., of Charlotte-

town, 78 tons register, 9 years old, will be sold by Public Auction on FRIDAY, the 15th inst., at 12 o'clock, noon, where she now lies stranded, on the west side of New Lonaon Harbour, together with all her outfit, such as Sails, Anchors, Chains, &c.

By order of surveyors. GEORGE ANDESON, Broker,

New London, July 13, 1887—2i pet

Glen Stewart Market Strawberries,

To the Citizens of Charlottetown:

AS I have too many Strawberries to dispose of on market days, I will offer some for sale every eveuing—market days excepted—in front of Market House, sale commencing WEDNES- DAY Evening, July J3th, at 4.30 o’cluck, and to continue during the season, JAMES BURKE, Southport,

Carden

July 32, 1887—lwk

Provincial Rifle Association.

THE Annual Prize Meeting of this Association

will be held on Kensington Range, Charlotte-

ee on MONDAY, 15th August and following ays.

Firing to commence at 8.30 a. m.

G. L. DOGHERTY, Major, Sec’y Prov. Rifle Association. July 2t—3aw & wky tl dte

CANADIAN

Sbscription B

—AND—

STATION RY -STORE,

ZUPPER QUEEN STREET, next door West of Mr. E. S. Bonnell’'s Watchmaker and Jewelry Store.

SUBSCRIPTIONS taken at above siore for J. 8. Robertson & Bros,’ Publications, Torento;: Family Bibles (Old and New Version in parallel columns), These Bibles and other valuable Books can be obtained by easy monthly pay- ments, thus placing good books within the reach of all classes of the people. Prospectus of »ubii- cations can be seen at store.

In connection with above is a well-3eiscted stock of Siationery, embracing everything usu- aily kept in a stationery store, which will be sold on very reasonable terms.

A. G. BREMNER, Agent, Ch'town, July 12—2mo eod

Guaraian Insurance Co.

ee een

Capital, Two Million Pounds Sterling

——— ee ae

Risks at Lowest Rates.

CARVELL BROS,,

AGENTS, Ch'town, July 9-2wks 3aw pat

Gisck Tobacco.

20 a Black Tobacco, retailing at 32 Cents a

JAMES BYRNE, Great George Street. July ll- 6i

’O LET—Three miles from town, a Dwelling ~ House, partly furnished if required. For par- ticulars enquire of L. E. Prowse. juné6 eod if

TO, LET—A House and Stable on Pleasant Street, with good water on premises; also

House on in reel; nbar Hall ‘ William Dodd.” oy "

‘THURSDAY, JULY 14, 1887.

ane ea ni ail ag i ah cali ela

SPECIAL STANLEY

Se ee ee ee

OWN

LADIES JERSEY

Bought at a BARGAIN,

20 PER CENT LESS THAN

Ch'town, July 14, 1887--eod & wky

PRINTS, DRESS

Ch’'town, July 11, 1887.—wky

eee enn ate

LOT

OPENING TO-DAY AT

BROS.

BROWN’S BLOCK.

CAS d3

JAUKE TS,

will be Sold

REGULAR PRICES,

a

LONDON HOUSE.

MIDSUMMER SALE

queen LOE nem

SUMMER GEES,

MUSLINS & STRAW HATS, at Low Prices to Clear now going on.

HARRIS & STEWART,

SUCCESSORS TO

GEO, DAVIES & Co.

Baby

0 Infants Musiin Robes, Infants’ Mus!in Monthly

Infants’ Merino “tresses, Infauts Merino Cloaks, Infants’ Mervin: Pelisses, Infants’ Wool Bodice:, infants’ Wovi Secks, Iefanis’ Woel Too is, Infants’ Lace Heods, fafants Normandy Caps Infants’ Blankets; Infants Wool Bo«ts, Infanis’ Wool Infant-es, Infants’ Wool Gaiters, infants’ Bibs, &e.. &e,

———:0:

eet Steet trove

Ch’town, July 8, 1887.

Trousseaux

Infants’ Musiin Night owns,

Gowns,

Infants’ Frock Nodies, &-«.,

2R BROS.

MUST

CLEARED OUT DURING JAMES PATO

Prints, Printed Muslins,

JAMES PATO

MAREE

Ch'town; duly 8) 1887.—dly & wky

JULY

BE

AND AUGUST.

7 -

N & CO.

OFFER THE BALANCE OF THEIR

Light Parasols

tien...

SUNEV*R GOODS

AY VERY LOW PRICES.

N & CO.,

SQUARE.

‘antral fs

it Alaa 2