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The “Herald’s” Insult to the Irish.

‘Tur Charlottetown Hera/d is flounder ing about at the bottom of the pit which it dug for Tue EXxAminenr, and is still straining every nerve to make good its uiterly false, unwarrantable and = ma- licious charge, that THe Examiner has classed the Irish people with the “Irish Dynamite faction,” But in order to| accomplish its object it must prove that |

comm@P@ities credited with greater intel- was thrown away

ligence. A crofier audience is warm and responsive, and never misees a point.

embarrassment.

at which he spoke in Skye Mr. George | that the borer was vnfit for was tendered the use of the church or/it would sooner or later end schoolhouse. At the other points the | hole,

rot] < rere ; 1 to p! event a meetings were held in the open air. In an evint@which only too soon actually | reply to a question as to what would be | oceurrd, After the operator had ob-| the probable result of the agitation |t.ined all the fands he could ee which he was conducting, Mr.| from the Council (about $850), he left the

George said that he was convinced that | Island it ts seid, certain | Was

the “no rent’ movement was to attain formidable dimensions.

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a ‘‘faction” in the nation, is the nation,! was astonished and gratified at the change | and also that we may not apply the/ of spizit which had taken place in the |employed to make a survey, and report om)

pronoun “they” to a faction as well as | to the whole people. Failing to do this its labor is vain, uotwithstanding all the| italicised words it uses.

The Herald would be much better! employed in asking the pardon of its Irish readers for the gross insult implied | iu the inference which it has drawn, | that the brave, manly, and generous | lrish people are one with the cowardly | raffians who have brought disgrace aod confusion upon the good cause of Ireland. By its attack upon the Ex- AMINER, the Hera'd has made only more manifest mental and moral obliquity.

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fiz reception accorded Sir John) Macdonald and his party on their arrival at Montreal or the night of the 12th iust., must have surprised even the veteran premier. Thousands of people joined in the procession, carrying torches and colored lights, while on the public squares were immense displays of fire

works. The enthusiasm of the populace knew no bounds. The houses along the route were brilliantly illuminated.

Several bands of music accompanied the procession, and along the route there was a most effectual display of fireworks. On errival at the drill ball, the procession opened ont, lining either side of the street, and Sir John p»ssing up, entered the hall, followed by the torch-bearers who took up their position with lighted torches next the wall. The hall is capable of holding fifteen thousand persons and was literal- ly packed. It was very tastefully decor- ated with flags and mottoes. Silence being restored, Mayor Beaudry read the city of Montreal’s address of welcome to Sir John, who responded in his usual happy style. He was followed by Sir Hector in French, by J. J. Curran, M. P., in English, by Mr. Chapleau in French, and T. White, M. P.. in English. The great mass meeting of citizens then passed out of the hall, the procession was reformed and with banners flying,drums beating and torches flaring in the clear, pleasant night, it escorted him to Windsor.

On the afternoon of the 13th inst,, Sir John and Lady Macdonald held a re- ception at the Windsor Hotel, from three to five o’clock, which was attended by the leading citizens, and the elite of Mon- treal society all vieing in their efforts to do honer to Canada’s veteran Premier. Sir John was in the best of health, look- ing younger than he has for many years, and Lady Macdonald gained the admire ation of all by her brilliant manners.

The greatest feature of the whole celebration, however, was the grand bap- quet in the evening at the Windsor. Long before the time fixed for it to com- mence, crowds Jined the corridors, and it was extremely difficult to obtain admis- sion. The large dining hall was filled to its greatest capacity, over six bundred guests sitting down. Sir John, on enter- ing, accompavied by J. S. Hall, Esq, the President of the Libera!-Conservative Club, under whose auspices the ban- quet was held, was accorded a grand ovation, the vast gathering rising to their feet and cheering him to the echo amid the waving of handker- chiefs. The usual toasts of ‘The Queen ” and “ The Governor-General ” were hovored, and Hon. Mr. Caron responded to the toast of “The Army, Navy aud Voluuteers.” The Chairman then proposed “Our Guest,” referring to his long and memorable public ser- vices. Sir Johu, on rising to respond, was given another ovation, the applause lasting for several minutes. He delivered a telling speech, which lasted over an hour, in the course of which he reviewed the chief events of his long and active political career. He spoke strongly iu favor of British connection, and his remarks were time and again interrupted by applause ; he resumed his seat amid loud cheering. Among the other speakers were Sir Hector Langevin, Sir Leovard Tilley, Sir David McPherson, flon. J. A. Chapleau, Hon. John Costi- gan, Hon. Dr. Ross, of Quebee, Hon. Joho Norquay, of Manitcba, and others, the banquet being brought to a close at a late hour, after a most brilliant and suc- cessful celebration.

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The Skye Crofters.

Henry Grorce has returned to Eng- land after a successful lecturing tour in Scotland. He is in good spirits and apparently satisfied with his trip. Iv an interview he stated that he was delighted with his tour in Skye, and agreeably sur- prised at the outburst of enthusiasm which greeted him at every meeting of crofters which he addressed. The crof- ters, Mr. George says, vow fully accept the principles iovolved in the na- tionalizattion of land, and show an appreciation of the precepts which he laid before them far beyond his expecta-

tious aud somewhat unusual, evev iv

minds of the entire people of Scotland. |the best and agevts, | water supply, e | was dove the following year, but the City | Fathers were in

i cord.

The fear of landlords and their ' which had until recently held comp'et sway, was vo longer paramount, the pew light which he hoped be had been able to old foggy

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the effect of dispelling many ideas, and revealing existing poverty

distress. been roused to such a pitch of enthusiasm that they had erected a huge cairn in

and consequent

memory of Mr. George’s visit. Mr. George willreturn to Scoiland in days, and will deliver a lecture at

Campbel!town on the estate of the Duke of Argyle, on the 20ih inst. The Dake has refused the use of the towa hall, but

will uot otherwise interfere with the proposed meeting. LETIELRS TO THE EDITOR.

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The Question of the Day.

LETTER FROM WILLIAM HEARD, ESQ.

Sir,—As this seems to be a favorable moment for the discussion of the water question, I am induced once more to enter upon its advocacy, in the hope of final sue- cess. It has been a long and wearisome struggle, yet one scarcely knows which to condemn most—the argument of those who opposed it on the plea of increased taxa- tion, or the apathy and indiference of others whose large stake in the property of the city should have placed them in the front ranks of itsadvocates Whether the recent anxiety for a proper supply cf one of the main elements of life,is to he attributed mostly to a desire for adequate protection in times of universal peril, or to the de- mands of our households for pure and whole- some water for domestic purposes, or to the reiterated cry of danger by our medical men, on public health and savitary grounds, or to the potent plea from the dcpleted pockets of cur citizens, by the Insurance offices— is a question difficult to determine. One fact has been apparent from the begin- ning, viz., that the prejudices ef our City Fathers, or their fears of losing a few votes at election times, has been the main hin- drance all along the road. Sometimes they were willing to goahead, and anon, 4 mere puff would upset their equilibrium. The present moment is a favorable one for test- ing the principles of every aspirant to a seat at the Civic Board, and the citizens can determine once for all, that work, not play ; principles, not men, is to be the role in the future government of the city.

Let us look carefully at the leading points in the history of this question. It is now fully thirty years since the prevailing ery from the fire department of this city was for a better supply of water. Although we had a splendid mver passing by our city front, yet for various reasons, it conld not be utilized to any extent. Tanks were re- sorted to, but they were expensive and in- acequate. The machinery increased, but the supply of water went behind, and on several occasions when the water was done, and the men exhausted, but for an inter- vening providence dealing more favorably with us than with scores of other cities, we would have looked on the atter dcstruction of our city, ;

In 1879, Mr, Fairbanks, C. E., was em- ployed by the City Council to find the best means of eupplying Charlottetuwn with good water. He reported in favor of Winter River, and estimated the entire cost of the works at $100,000. At a city meeting the scheme was discussed and ob- jected to, chiefly on the ground that the estimate for the tunnel was too low. This somewhat delayed further proceedings, un- til in 1872 the Council resolved to prosecute the work themselves, and obtained an Act from the Legislature, empowering them to to issue debentures to the extent of $100,- 000 for the Winter River scheme. A difficulty now arose about the security for the payment of the debentures at maturity. No one seemed desirous of purchase, and the matter rested until in the following session an Act was passed, by which the Government guaranteed the payment of the interest on said debentures. Every preliminary necessary to the prosecu- tion of the work was now made. Just, however, at this point the question of cost was again raised. Fortunately for us a celebrated Engineer—Mr. Shanley— who had been commissioned by the General Government to inspect our Island Railway, happened to be here, and on appealing to him he kindly consented to give an estimate of the cost of the tunnel necessary to bring the water under the hill from Winter River. His conclusion was to the effect that the tunnel alone would cost $100,000! This opinion was sustained at a later period by Mr. Murdoch, C. E., who, in his re- port, estimates the cost of the tunnel scheme at only $256,385!! and then adds a rider to this effect : from the un- certainties connected with the pro- secution of such a difficult work, a much larger stim may be actually required!!! The’ public discussion also po nted to the unfitness of the Winter River when dammed up during the hot summer months for drinking purposes, and referred to a less costly, better and more effective supply, by means of an Artesian Well.

This led tu the boring experiment of 1876 at Mount Edward, which beautifully illustrated the old experiment of foo many cooks. The site chosen -was unfortunate, aa it required a boring of over 100 feet to reach the low level; which after all, was of little service if successful, as the elevation was not sufficient to avoid the necessity of steam power, No provision was made for casing the well, and nearly all the ex- periepce to be gained by the cost of sinking

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A good diamond boring apparatas, owned by the Frasers, of Pictou, was tendered to perform the work, at a trifling sum above that tendered by Mr.

Harris, yet the latier was preferred. When |

with the threat that there no time mentioned in the agr ement to bind him, and he would return when he pleased avd finish the job. lu 1875,

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$34,794,746.80 759,201.72

Risks taken in the city and country. Rates Moderate.

Gilbert Murdoch, C. E., of St. John, was |

and the probable cost,

no hurry to take the re- Five long years passed away before It was simply then decently interred

the musty records of the city

In 1880, Mr. J. C. Woodside, of Boston,

The crofters at Staffa had passing through Charlottetown and _ find-

ing our destitute condition, took compas- sion on us, and generously offered to build the necessary works, according to Mur-

a few |doch’s report, for $160,000, and take our

bends at par in payment, or at their own cost at first, and then (if we wished) to sell to us at a fair valuation, placing at the dis- posal of the city for all public purposes eighty-five hydrants, under a pressure of not less than 100 feet head for $5,100 per annum, for a term of twenty-five years,

In 1884, some of our citizens getting roused to asense of their increasing risk and danger, tasting a little more than usual the consequences of remaining any longer

‘in a comatose condition, and beginning to

feel the practical rosults of a refusal to make ordinary provision for fire, by an evormous increase of Fire Insurance rates, took active steps to provide a remedy ; and after much talk and deliberation formu- lated schemes for a partial or a full and complete supply.

At a public meeting of the citizens held on the 23rd May last in the Market Hall, the committee presented their report, em- bracing two offers from R. H, Buchanan & Co., of Montreal, as follows: Ist, for fire purposes chiefly, a stationary pumping engine connected with Quirk’s well, with 10,000 feet of main pipe and twenty-six

hydrants, capable of discharging 400 gallons of water per minute at a cost of $15,000, or $900 per year.

ihe other scheme—to bring water from Gates’ brook, or Winter River at their own cost, merely on condition of havinga_ right of way provided, and the city taking 50 tydrants at $50 each per year, making the annual cost to the city Council $2500 ; which is less than one half of the amount expend- ed on the Fire Department alone, for the past year.

Teli it not in Truro, publish it not in Moncton, let not the little towns around us know, that the lack of public spirit in Charlottetown in the year 1884, was such, that the above offers were declined. Who will pity us after this, when it is reported abroad that we might have averted a terrible fire and a sad fate ; but we simply didn’t !

I will resume my penat the earliest op- portunity, but will not consent to be drawn into a controversy with any one under a mask. If any person has any light to shed on the question, the manly way is certainly not to keep in the dark himself, I have no doubt that immense injury has been done to both public and private interests, from the facilities afforded by the press to an- onymous writers. Much suffering would have been saved to many of our citizens, if our editors had oualy refased to countenance such an unprincipled practice.

In the meantime | remain, yours truly,

WituiamM Hearn.

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Farewell to “Steeple Cleydon.”’

Str,—Two announcements in the Ex- AMINER of Wednesday evening arrest my attention. The first conveys the idea that we are to hear no more from our friend, ‘*Steeple Cleydon,” who has evidently ex- cited the public mind of this, our city, to a most alarming extent. Whatever the ex- aggerations contained in his letter, we must acknowledge that they also contained a large amount of truth, and that they were ably and correctly written ; much more so than the majority of the espitles hurled against him. Rudely as ‘‘Steeple Cleydon” has been attacked by a large number, there are others who almost admit that he has the right side of the argument; and we should be sorry if he says ‘‘Good-bye” without having the consolation of learning that had he just ministered some- what to our hereditary ‘‘conceit” by

most economical system of |

This |

using language a little milder, we mig’) |

have been induced to mend *‘ our ways. It is certainly painful to listen toa profes- sional’s wife deploring that her mgw (nm t the maw of a shark, but the maternal reilg- tion,) is badly troubled with spesms and such like, but he must remember that affectation is not to be classed as our verna- cular. Some of the replies to his letters were decidedly a disgrace to the Island, and only served to confirm the impression out- giders would glean from those letters, that eentlemen are, upon this Island, the hope of the future. In common with all reformers, ‘‘Steeple Cleydon” must make up his mind to suffer the anathemas of ignorance, and account himself supremely blessed if he manages to escape with mere mental chastisement. We now leave him with some hngering feeling of regret, believing that, like many others, his qualities will be appreciated and his advice followed long after he has stepped off the stage.

In the second notice, we learn that Dr. Stephen R. Jenkins has returned, and in- tends to commence practice in our city. His arrival is most opportune, as we all know that in the departure of Dr. McKay, we lately lost one skilful practitioner, and dur- ing the Parliamentary Session we will miss the professional services of our most distin- guisehd physician,Dr Jenkins,M.P. There- fore, amid all the murmurs, ‘‘not loud but deep,” which surround the medical frater- nity, we hail the coming of our genial friend, who, even before he left,proved him- self worthy of the future we wish for him.

Yours truly,

SuIMMAN, Ch’town, January 14, 1885.

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R.R. FITZGERALD,

Agent, Summerside. | Chitown, Jan. 5, 1885-—-1mo

Agent.

cents (half price).

cleared,

I885. JANUARY

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J. B. MACDONALD,

IK order to make a speedy reduction before Stock-taking will give great bargains in Clothing in Overcoats, Ulsters, Reeting Jackets and Suits.

FUR CAPS !

1886.

FUR CAPS !

A Big{Reduction in price of Men and Boy's Fur Caps to clear.

Balance of stock of Ladies Mantles, balance of stock of Shawls, balance of stock of Knitted Wovlens, Squares, Scarfs, Vests, Jacketa, &c.; Ladies Plush Felt and Velvet, 26 Blankets, in white and grey, very cheap. and Bear Coats, Ladies Astracan Jackets, Ladies Fur and Plush Caps and Muffs.— Must be

Buffalo and Goat Robes, Coon

Ceme and get Real Bargains to

J. B. MACDONALD,

Queen Mreet.

the city,

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CHILDREN’S FANCY CHAIRS, SLEIGHS, &e., CHEAPEST,

Mirrers & Locking Glasses, English and German, very Low.

Charlottetown, Jan. 3, 1885—wkly her pres

sea

CRADLES,

COTTS,

Our stock of Gilt and Walnut Picture-frame Mouldings is the largest in the Lower Provinces, unrivalled in quality and varicty, and made to suit all kind of pictures—-the Cheapest in

PARLOR & CHAMBER SUITS.

Examine our Magnificent Parlor and Chamber buits, which we are Selling at Cost.

CHAIRS— Parlor, Chamber, Office, Children’s and Kitchen Chairs, cheap. All kinds of Upholstering Work, Painting, Varnishing and Gilding.

BEDDING AND MATTRESS--Feather, Hair, Flock, Fibre, Excelsior, Wool, Straw—Cheapest in the city,

B edsteads, Lounges, Tables, Sideboards, Bookeases, Scheffioneers, | Washstands, &c.—-Cheapest.

JOHN NEWSON.

Ch’town, Vee. 19, 1884--3mos

CAPITAL, - -

Chitown, Jan 195

ROYAL GANADIAN PIR.

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HEAD OFFICE—Montreai. HALI¥AX BRANCH-— J. Scott Mitchell, Agent.

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JcdNY FOR PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND:

‘INSURANCE CO.

- $2,000,000

Risks iaken on Mest Favorable Terms.

F. H. ARNAUD,

Merchants Bank of Halifax.

ISSA,

Cb’town, Dec. 19, 1884—eod tf

—ALSO~—

41885. _ XMAS & NEW YEARS

ODD & ROGERS are showing a fine assortment of Xmas and New Year’s Presents, consisting of Tete-a-Teie Sets, Tea Pots, &e., in Decorated Agate Ware, Butter Dishes, Water Kettles, Tea and Coffee Pots, Oruits, Baking Dishes, &., in Granite-ware with Siiver-plated Mountings. Cruits, Cake Baskets, Buiter Dishes, Mugs, Spoon-holders, Tea Sets, Knives, Forks, Spoons. &c., &e., in Rogers’ Al Plated Ware.

A Fine Assortment of Lamps, Brass and Copper Hot Water Kettles (with and without stands),

All of which will be sold at Special discount during XMAS

and NEW YEARS.

DODD & ae

NOTICE

§ HEREBY GIVEN that the ANNUAL

GENERAL MEETING of beet holders of Tue FXamMiner Puritsnivag ¢. y. pany will be held at the office cf Tyg Examiner newspaper, on WHDNESDAY, the 28th of Jannary. inst., at the hour of aight o’closk, in the evening.

N. A. MITCHELI,

Secretary.

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Ch’tewn, Jan. 15, 18%5——wkly

Sous of Temperance,

VHE Quarterly Session of the Grand Diyj ‘1 sion, 8. of T. of P. BE 1., will be he'd at Graham’s Road, New London, on Tuesday, the 27th inst , atlla m

The usual Railway frcilities have heen secured. Return tickets at one first-cloge fare will be issued on the 26th and 27ih inet, from Charlottetown and intermediate stations t» County Line ; and from Alberton and inter. mediate stations to Ceunty Line, good te retarn up to and including the 29th inst,

A public temperance meetirg will Le held in the cvening.

JESSE S. BURNS, G. §, Lower Freetown, Jan 14, 1885—jaié 2ink

CARD.

To the Electots of Ward 2:

{1 ENTLEMEN,—llaving been solicited by Citizens to offer as a canvtidate at the

forthcoming municipal election for the City, I have decided to place myself st the dig. posal of the ekciors cf Ward 2, Should you elect me I shall endeavour to assist the juteresis of the City importially. Let ne assure you that I am in favor ot introducing a system of water-works into the City of Charlottetown, by @ company, on such hesis and conditions as will not only satisfy the present needs, but be a source of revenue hereafter, Such conditions obtained to be submitted fer jour approvel before final action on my pait I wust elso inform the electors that 1 would cnudeavor to bring about a readjustment of taxation more ‘quit. able than the present mode, ard aleo intro- duce wiser sources of revenue, with due regard to econemy ip all motters of detail, The question as to the mode of levying tax I propose, let me aseure you, shall pot deviate from the principle of real esta'e such principle as I assisted in establishing, Bat, in adgition to the levy on real estate, f am convinced that a peronal property tax will be the only equitable method im reach- ing all classes. However the prosperity of the city is retarded by the excessive rate exacted, which is owing to the inability te recover the income tax introduced with the real estate levy Therefore, as citizenr, we are each and ai| depending upon one another, Consequently, each and all bave aright te contribute in proportion to their ability, otherwise they obsivuct the progress of the City, and do themselves indirect injury,

But, in conclusion, I fecl assured it shail be my duty at all times to sanction such measures only as will tender equal rights to all, Having no personal desires io sit at the Council for honor or abuse, only the interert of the City, and in the humble caja, city of your servant, Electors, when the day arrives, exercise your richt, pro or con, and I shall be your friend still,

M. Pf. HOGAN. Ch’town, Jan, 15, 1885—3i

BANKRUPT STOGK.

DY Anction, Saturday cvening, Jsnuary

W7tb, at 7 o'clock, at my Auction Room :

A general assortment of Reefers, Overcoats,

Suits, Pants, Tweeds, Kubber Costs, Shirts

and Dra«ers, Socks, Brushes, Coombs, Pocket

Books, Felt Liate, Mitts, Braces, Necktier,

Shirts, Co!lars, Peels, Thread, Buttons, &c. * Terms Cash, No reserve,

A. MgNEILL, Auctioneer, lt waeen Street, Ch’town, Jan 14, 1885-3:

Ye Me Oe An CONCERT! iDursday Evel, Janay loth.

PROGRAMME : Hailelojch Chorus -

*Mount of Chives,” ne Beet boven Methdist Cioir.

Inst. Duet— Merch from ** ‘VTaushsyser’’

: Wagner Mesgre, Wetsou aud Karle. Solo (voeal) —‘*Publia Bay” . . Barker Ca tain Maxwell IIS 'v'5 5s". 6 04s ee Mr. T. A. Let age. Solo (vocal)—*‘'Cleansing Fires’... ...Gabrie]

Mrs. Roome. Solo (cornet) -‘‘Angels Ever Bright and Fair” ben heap eareeenrhscaes¥ses a .... Handel

Mr. Fiet: her

Waliz Sovg—**\ ho will buy my Roses,”

ee Miss Florence Earle. Vocal Trio—‘‘The Mariners”...... Randegger

Moesgis Blanchard, Davison and Earle. Sentenes—**soitly Fades the Light of Day.” eda steve ee eee eek ebenews Beethoven Methodist Choir. Solo (vi: lin)—"‘J’ai Perdu mon Eurydice.” ei ovs'<420 ons Chengindesnnes eontas Gluck Mr. Vinnicombe. (Accom.) Miss Findley. fe Pe ee ek eee reer er Tt” Mr. T. C, James. Concert Waltz-Sepg— “Murmuring Waves” oo SUN) ee bee hs PO incelbech 0603.00 Miss K. Knight, Solo (piano)--**Witches Dance” (by request)

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Glee Club, under directiva of Prof. Friese.

* God Save the Queen.”

Doors open at 7,d6; Concert to comui nee at 8 o'clock.

Tickets, 25 Cents.

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