THE DAILY EXA
MINER.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27. 18938
MINER.
THE DAILY EXA ~~ PEBRUARY 27, 1893
The Franchise Deprivation.
Notuisxe could be more abhorrent to true Liberalism than the Mortgage Vote and the Franchise Deprivation contained in the Reserved Bill. True Liberals everywhere are exerting themselves to enact the prin= According
ciple: *“‘One man, one vote.
to the Liberal programme, every man is to have more
have one vote; uo man is to
than one vote; and every man must vote. have
But Me. Peters and his followers passed a bill (happily bucked by « Lieuten- aut Governor who respects the British
Constitation and the People) providing tha; one man may have fifteen votes, while num bers of others, just as intelligent and jus* as well informed, shall have no vote.
The Patriot pleads that the mortgage vote has been in operation here and has
been discarded. Then so much the worse ve t* s tried their best to restore provision, It is true that
, Vote was law for some years,
the justice of a Liberal-Conserva- majority secured its repeal after it had Sut
be been found altogether objectionable. the Patriot's statement that Premier Peters is not particular about the mortgage vote is much too thin, in view of the closed door scenes and the star chamber practices which
were resorted to for the purpose of ensuring the non-iuterferencs of the public during its enactment It is a well-kaown fact that several of Mr. Peters’ supporters kicked against the mort- gage vote and that Mr. A. B. Me-
Kenz'e even wert so far as to vote against it in the Legislative Council. To say that Mr. Peters was not wedded to it, when, under these circumstances, he cracked the party whip and compelled its passage in spite of the protests of Mr. McLeod and his supporters, isto say that which cannot b» believed.
But we have, | Franchise Deprivation. is there anything in justice or that fair ply between man and man which a true Briton loves, to give even the color of an excuse for this wholesale robbery / There is not. ** nee a voter alwaysa voter,” is a well established principle. There are occasions upon which—-as when he accepts a judge- ship and must give guarantees for his perfect impartiality, or when he commits some great crime and becomes an outlaw—he voluaterily forfeits and surrenders the right of a British citizen to vote. But to take this precious privilege from him with- out saying as muchas by your ieave, to take it from him secretly, under the cover of the caucus and closed doors, is a most outrageous case of contiscation. The men who took part in this scandalous pro- ceeding—which was only prevented by Lieutenant Governor Carvell’s interposition of the high prerogative of the Crown —are guilty not only of Lagislative robbery, but also of a gross violation of the trust which the people in them. They were elested under a free and full manhood franchise, and they were in honor and in duty bound to maintain that fran- ehise until they had been specially instruct- ed by the people to cnange it.
But is there anything in the character or position of a Dominion official which ren- ders him unfit tc take part in the election of members of the Provincial Logislature ? Let us see, Asarule, he is the son re. spectable and influential parents and has been well brought up. As a rule, he has to pass a competitive examination, testing his education acquirements, and to furnish strong testimonials as to his personal char- acter. Asa rule, his position is assured to him for life : so long as he attends to bi: duty and is able to perform it, he is not re- moved. Asarule, too, he pays a super- annuation fee, in return for which he is guaranteed an allowance in his old age. He is, therefore, as perfectly independent as any employe can be. Having character education and irdepenience, is there any reason why {he should be debarred from
oting.at Provincial election? He is in- terested in the good Uover of the Province as othe electors are interested. sutin 1 re his interests in conflict with thos. other citizens, He may have property here and he is bound to live here. He is, therefore, injuriously affected by bad Government, Take away his right to vote and he is liable to be taxed while he is unrepresented ! A bad Provincial Government—such as that which has tried to disfranchise him—may arbitrarily fill the Public Offices with its
creatures; and these creatures may vote and work in elections; may draw their salaries from the public treasury and assist in fore- ing him to pay taxes towards their main- tenance. The unfairness and rascality which would disfranchise the independent Do- minion official, while it permits the depend- ant Provincial official to vote, are rank and amel! to heaven. We can understand why, eo long as Provincial officials are appointed on the principle of “To the victors belong the spoils,” it might be provided that the acceptance of a Provincial office would carry with it a voluntary relinquishment of a right to vote or take any part at Proviu- sial elections. But the Franchise-Depriva- tion of Dominion Officials is a simple out- rage on the of a Provincial Legislature, for which there is no justification. This scandalous provision of the Reserved Bill was concocted by Premier Peters to meet the exigencies of a oarrow and illiberal par- tiganship. As such, it must and will be condemned bya liberal and ealightened _ pablic opinion.
»day to deal with the
Liberalism apart,
reposed
TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
Spreciat DespatTcHes THe ExaMINeR.
A Brave Crew Drowned.
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Only One Man Saved.
New Beproxp, Mass., Feb. 27 A boat in which a volunteer life saving crew of six went from Cuttehunk Isiand last night in a terrible sea to rescue the crew of the Cuban sugar brig Sagua, ashore, was swamped by a heavy wave just as the landing was about to be made, and five ot the six were drowned. The cther caught a rope thrown from the brig and was hauled on board. The captain and crew of the brig finally landed at Cuttehunk, but it 1s feared that the brig will be a total wreck.
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SOME FAST SKATING.
Records Again Broken.
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 27. John S. Johnson skated in the two hun- dred yards dash on Saturday and reduced the record by three seconds, making th« distance in 17 25 seconds. He skated two miles in 6 Ol, reducing the competitive re- cord for that distance 2 2-3 seconds.
Grits Jubilant.
Orrawa, Feb. 27.
The Grits here are in a very jubilant mood these days over the auticipated defec tions from the ranks of the Governmen supporters when a vote is taken on Mr Laurier’s amendment, which it is expecte will take place on Monday night. They elaim that Messrs. McCarthy, O’Brien, Calvin and at least two Maritime Con- servatives will cast their votes against the Government on that occasion.
The Prize Ring.
San Francisco, Feb, 27. The Senate has passed « biil prohib iting prize fighting with or without gloves. Boston, Feb. 27. Mitchell and his backer (Baird) met David H. Blanchard in private consultation yesterday. After the meeting, Baird sai’ the money was all up and Mitchell would return to England to train for the fight with Corbett. The fight will likely take place in December.
Behring Sea Arbitration
Paris, Feb. 27.
The Commission of Arbitration on the Behring Sea controversy between the United States and Great Britain met on Saturday in the Foreign Office to open for‘aally the proceedings. The proceedings which lasted but half an hour, were purely formal, and the Commission adjourned until March 23rd.
Died «lone.
Sr. Joun, Fed, 27. Stephen King, an old man whe lived alone and had little communication with his neighbors, was found dead in his bed on Saturday. He wasan uncle of Judge King.
—Death has removed one who was pro- minent in our Island politics fof Ante-Cen- federation times—the Hon. Kenneth Hen- derson. Mr. Henderson was a man of strong individuality and high character. He enjoyed the respect of opponenis, as well as friends. He home, honored by all who knew him.
a Letter From Hon. D. Gordon.
town,” which appeared in the Patriot of the 23rd inst. The writer of that produc tion is well known, and great surprise is caused by the ‘“‘ willing tv wound an] yet afraid to strike” attitude of the libellous censor, By what authority does he—a compara- tive stranger—assume the right of insulting he electors, by designating them as **clowns,” because they refuse to lend themselve; to carry out his views and as- pirations ia political »ffsirs. It is not difficult to see what ‘* Correspondent.” There are too Liberal.Conservatives in Georgetown. But let him possess his soul in patience, and if only a good supply be provided of that stimulant or invigorator lately prescribed by him for exhausted Templars; that is to say, ‘‘bones to chew,” his party must
troubles many
triumph,and “ victory will perch upon their
zanners.”
Not satisfied with disparaging remarks on the character and standing of the com munity which has received him with open arms, and which has always striven to act generously by him, ever bearing in miod the adage, ** be to his faults a little blind,’ he does not hesitate to use the terms **starved and neglected” as applicable to a people who are as well provided for and as independent as any s-ction of the D minion. It is true that employment for working-men is not so readily to be obtained as in some former years, but this compliint is not heard in this section only; the cy is heard everywhere—du!l times. Tae impression is also sought to be conveyed that the mem- bers for the Town have not exerted them- selves for the advancement of the interests of the place. I challenge him to show wherein the representatives have failed to secure that just and equitable share of the appropriation to which they were entitlea. No constituency can claim more than its apportioned sum. The representatives have ever striven to ad vance the interests of their native town. When ‘* Correspondent ” again writes, the suggestion is made that he adopt for his motto, Shakspeare’s lines on **Rumor’— with slight variations :
“Upon my tongue continual slanders ride, The which in vulgar langnage I pronounce, Stuffing the ears of men with false reporis.
I speak of peace, while covert enmity,
Under the sraile of friendship, wounds the world.” D. Gorvon.
Georgetown, Feb. 26, 1893.
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Six,—My attention kas been called to 6 communication, ** Public Rumors at George-
OTTAWA CHAT.
An Interesting Letter—Non- Political.
The Weather and the Street Cars, the Newspapers and Other Pop-
ular Topics.
i correspondence of The Examiner.)
s has been a tough winter in Ottawa, we do not seem to be done with it yet. [he very cold weather set in on Sunday, i8th December, and for five solid weeks he thermometer did not get above zero,
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while sometimes it was as low as 3O below. We have had so far only two soft days, and for only a few hours ata time, Last night was bitcer, the mercury going down to 25
below, but to-night it is milder, the glass standing about zero. Naturally there have been a number of cold stories. One of them was told by a friend of mine who solemnly leclared that his cook took a bottle of hot wafer to bed with her to place at her feet, snd in the woraing it was frozen solid. I'he Chaudiere Falls were frozen, and that s something the oldest inhabitant does not remember to have cecurred before.
But your readers must not suppose that zero up here is the same as zero at home. Your cold is surely 15 degrees colder than surs. I would not feel 15 below zero here sny more, if as much, us zero in Charlotte- town, We have had «a cuuple of snow- storms, which Islanders would laugh at, but which are always suflicient here to stop the trains. Yet the electric raiiway has not nissed atrip. It is an iastitution of which Ottawa may be proud. IL hear it eaid by hose competent to express an opinion that Ottawa's electric railway system has no uperior anywhere. Elegant cars, propel- ied, heated and lighted by electricity, carry you from New Edinburgh tothe C. P. R. station, oc awey out Bank Street, a stretch if three to four miles, for 5 cents. They run rom 7 a. m. till nearly midnight, every day xcept Sunday. They are an immense convenience at all times, but of a scorching summer day I have enjoyed them the nost. Get abeard an open car, only coofed over, but provided with water- proof blinds which can be drawn down in vase of rain, and you are whirled along at 12 miles an hour, the movement of the car reating a refreshing breeze, to New Edin- surgh, where you find yourself almost in he country. Yvu can visit Rideau Hall or you can stroll in the cemetery, according to the bent of your mind. Anyway you are sway from the dust and heat of the city. Or if you wish to meet a friend at either the C. P. R., or C. A. R, stations—they are nearly two miles apart—bvard a car and you are carried there in a few minutes meet, your friend, bring him and his valise with you, &c., “all for the small sum of 5 cents each.” We used to employ cabs for such purposes, which invariably ended either in being fleeced by the cabby, or in a row.
Ot course Octawa hae a Mayor and City Council. Mr. Qiivier Durocher is ti» present incumbeny of the Civicchair,servii,, his second term. He is a fiae lovking French Canadian, is a shoemaker by trade, and enjoys the double reputation of making good boots and being an all-round good Mayor. I do not know anything personally ut the aldermen, but the newspapers regu- larly chronicle their doings, and as news is scarce in Ottawa papers, I have to read the Council reports for want of something more e stertaining. Oue extract of a last week’s session has not yet escaped my memory— Ald. Campbell told Ald. McGuire that he always knew him to bea liar,while McGuire retorted that Campbell was a d—d liar.
I mentioned the Ottawa newspapers just now. Well, they are the most wretched specimens | know of—no news, lots of boiler plate matter, badly printed, we7se folded, and meanly conducted. The Citizen is a morning daily and supposed to be the Government organ at the Capital. Lt certainly contains the Associated Press despatches giving the news of the previous day from the old world and the United States, but it never has a line from the Province of Quebec or Eastern Canada {tis printed trom lhnotypes—that is the type setting is doue by machinery, and the boys are only learning how to work the machines, so that the mistakes are a! rocious, while it 1s most exasperating tryipg to make
sense Out of what you reed. Here | may give an example of su absurd wisiake which appeared in the Cit'zen a few mornings ago. if read that at the nx
meeting of the Catholic Truch Svoc'eiy, Mr. J. A. J. McKenna would read a paper ou “Catholic Lotolerance in the Nineteenth Ceutury.” It seemed a little queer, but 1 thought that perhaps ‘‘Jim” was attempt- ing something in the sensational line, after the style of Dec. Parkhurst, of New York, or some other eminent Protestant divine. J. A. J. is, you must know very much of a reformer ia church matters, and heartily approves Satolli, Well, the explanation is that the secretary of the society telephoned the Citizen that Mr. McKenna would read a paper on ‘*Catholic Tolerance in Irish History,” and the editor got things mixed.
To return to the newspapers. The evening Journal gives a sort of in- dep-ndent support to the Government, lt used to be thorough-going Conservative, but got over the traces upon the Jesuit question, and has never been thoroughly in harness since. It is an eminently re- spectable newspaper, holding orthodox Protestant and temperance views. It pub- lishes no press despatches, except by acci- dent, depending for its telegraphic news upon what it clips from the Montreal morning papers. Indeed, the Free Press does much the same thing. It is the grit organ, although its proprietor (C. W. Mit- chell) calls himself a Conservative. Its editor is T. P. Gorman, formerly of the Summerside Progress, and I believe he calls himself a Conservative, too Anyway, the Free Press is an unscrupulous ofponent of the Government, and is not particular whatit publishes. Ic has ao large circula- tion and is the favorite advertising medium, ‘Boiler plate,” as 1 have said, enters largely into the make-up of all these papers. Le Canada is the French daily, of which | don’t kcow anything except what I hear, and that is that it does not amount to much. But I must not forget Ottawa's great illustrated comic weekly—United Canada—conducted upon reformed prin-
ciples of orthography, etymology, syntax and prosody. It used to be under the pat-
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New Carpets, Hats, Caps. ane
Clothing.
JAS. PATON & CO.
JAS.
Charlottetown, February 27, 1893.
ronage of the Archbishop, but long ago His Grace withdrew his favor. Its politics are ‘agin the Government.” It goes in for Home Rule, and slobbera over any and every Irishman of prominence ad nauseam. It has a few dozan old wood cuts, which it produces on festal occasions to illuminate its pages; it never has any original editori- als, and its advertisements are all the way from six months to two and a half years old.
I cannot say whether the Anglo-Saxon is still living or not. It wasa monthly period- ical started in the interests of the anti-Jesuits, when the Jesuit-phobia was bad here three or four years ago. Its leading spixit, I under- stand, was one Dr. Richard John Wicksteed an official of the House of Commons, whose duties, it has been ascertained, can be more satisfactorily performed by somebody cise. Dr, Wicksteed is not an M. D., but an L.L Dz, though I cannot say just now where he bought the title. He is a character sui generis, but I have no time to attend to him now. 1 shall discuss him later on.
We have got through one week of Lent, and we should be forgiven the remainder. 1 wish some of your readers could taste the article they: pel for fish ix Ottawa. I often tell th
e that no well brought up cat at home would touch it. In summer time it is half putrid; in winter time it is frozen till all flavor is gone- I have heard it said that most of the salt fish here is two and three yearseld, and I can well believe it. As for fresh fish, it is all fresh-water, aad the smel! of it cook- ing is all I want of it. Some of the prices jast now are fancy—Kggs, 40c a dczen; butter, 30c a 1b; potatoes, $1.25 for a bag holding 14 bushels; ham, 18c a lb; beef, 12c a 1b; coal, $6.50 a ton, and that is low for coal, Tea here is sold excessively high—55c a lb is psid for «hat at hcme youcan buy at 282. Honse reat is very high also. One with 8 reoms will cost $25 a month, with water rates and snow clean- ing extra.
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BIRTH.
On the 26h inst., the wife of Captain A. Cameron of a son.
MARRIED.
At Bangor, Me., Jan. 25th, by the Rev. J. O'Brian, Katie McQuillan to James Byrns, both formerly of Charlcttetown,
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At Birch Hill, P. E. I, on the 25th inst. Hon, Kenneth Henderson, M. D., in the 83rd year ot his age.
[Funeral leaves his late residence on Tuesday, 28th February, at 2 p. m., for Marshfield Cemetery. }
At St. Teresa’s Parish, on the 25th of February, Patrick Bradley, in the 92nd year of his age. The deceased leaves a vidow, four sons and three daughters to mourn their loss. May his soul rest in peace.
(Boston papers please copy.)
At St. Andrew's, on Saturday, the 4th February, inst., Alexander B. McVonald, be- loved son of Joseph McDonald, . Catherine McDenald, aged 24 years. mains were interred in St. Andrew's cemetery on the 6th inst,
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“. Swias colony is to be formed on Lulu ey at the mouth of the Fraser River, od
Have You s Covom?—Then use Every- body's Cough Syrup, a pleasant and efficacious remedy. Price 25 cents a bottle. A full line of the oe Cod Liver Oil Emulsions,Cough Syru alsams, &c., guaranteed good and and fresh, always in stock.—Johoson’s Drug Store, Cor. Kent and Prince Streets.
Don't Foreer the organ recital in St. James’ Church to-night. The programme is an excellent one, and a rare treat may be expected. Admission only 26 cents. Pro- ceeds go towards the organ fund.
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Srep Wueat. — Those two cars of seed
wheat referred to in a late Moncton paper as through for P. EK. Istund 4rom
ave arrived, One car is Red Fife, weig
64 lbs. to the measured bushel, and the other
is White Fife, weighing 65 Ibs. This wheat
was selected especially for George Carter &
Co., and is now for sale at their new place of
business, 136 Queen St.
The Telephone Company of P. E. Island.
HE Annual Mee ef the Shareholders = this Company will be held at M. & D. C. McLeod, Chariottetow NESDAY, the 8th day of March. Pr. m., the election of Directo
siness,
PATON & CO.
keepers will save dollars by buying Now
and buying FROM Us.
taken at 10c
DESBRISAY & STEWART, AGENTS FOR P. E.1
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Variety ! Quality Low Price!
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COTTONS!
| English and Canadian a SHEETINGS, PILLOW COTTONS, SHIRTINGS, TICKINGS, etc, A large and very choice stock. NEW SPRING PRINTS
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LI NENS!
Best Irish and Scotch TABLINGS, NAPKINS, } etc., at special prices dur- ing February. Fouse-
many
inattractive Dress patterns.
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Lace Curtains and Embroideries.
This sale of ours means more than a few goods hastily bought marked to attract trade. It means constant casi <tujlig giion tae Ta means every centre, foreign and domestic, has been explored. Jc means what the Power of cash can do. It means that only goods of standard and reliable makes and qualities were bought and will be sold at the lowest possible prices.
BEER BROS.
WANTED!
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have an export order for two tons of FEATHER} and for two months will pay in own goods, at Cash prices, as below. and, dirt and all quills.
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The Feathers must be clean, free from
NEW GOOSE FEATHERS, Pure White, 30c. per Ib.
White & Grey, 25c. per Ib, 2c. -*
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“HEN & CHICKENS, Mixed, 4 « Second-hand Goose Feathers in good condition will be
L per |b. Big Bargains in FURNITURE this month.
MARK WRIGHT & C0., Ltd
Charlottetown, February 9, 1893—2aw & wky
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QU EV BVIN
INSURANCE COMPANY
Is:the Queen of Fire Companies.
action of general bu teva? BENJ, ROGERS,
Settleme
mend OFFICE.—Next to Bank of Nova Scotia, Charlcttetown. Low Rates. Prompt
GRAND ORGAN RECITAL
(In Aid of Organ Pand),
IN ST. JAMES’ CHURCH
ceil ia.
Monday Evening, February 21th,
PROGRAMME.
SS ee eee 1. Crean- bd Prayer in 2 tacipn Mr. 8.N, Kare,
2. Chorus—“ Bow Thine Kaz, O Lora” ™ Choir, a
8. Vocal Sclo—* Remember Now Thy ~~ 2
a Andante Con Moto...
OD, 0s sc cnceenadia M
c Aliegr» Di Molts,..... MM
Mr. 8. N. Earle, 5. Vocal Solo—" Ruth and Naomi”......Tophig Mrs. Roome.
a Ave Marie, 1th G Dl’ Arcadett, with imitans
4. Organ {
of distant bells, arrang 6. Organ by ee sasécbbeseeanall | 2 atin a's a ce Mora, } and 2 Viense..-+-..--s ca Suppe Mr. 8. N. Karie. é 7. Vecal Solo—“Glory to Thee, My Ged,
This Night” Mrs, E. H. Norton,
/@ Offertoire ( Adcste Pi Introduction to th ae Yl ae tion, represents the p3 ; of the Shepherds as they watched the r flocks on tie piaive of Bethicnem, it ig needless to say that the hymn iteeif is + © Rupeur.
& Organ .
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ump March from
ce Orertare ts daweita "fl Mr. 8 N. Karle,
9%. Vocal Solo—“* With Verdure Clad.” CORON... 0.0.0.0 seeerssesessseeesensones
10, Chorus—“I Will Praise Thee, O Lord”.
Es Farmer
eS: 7.30. Recital at 8 o'clock, ‘aid
BOYS’ BAND BENEFIT
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Geergetowa Skating Rink,
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WEDNESDAY EVENING, Ist MARCH,
Tn Fancy Carnival Costumes.
“The Scotch Mediey " and Iri-h “Bein” Rend are alone worth hearing; = one Sotiarn cosy nae “Ta-ra-re — mission, 20 cnt»; Children, 16 cente. feb22-dy “i wky li
LECTURE
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A. ANDERSON, ESQ, L. LD,
LECTURE will be delivered in §T, PAUL'S SCHOOLROOM, on
Tuesday Evening, the 28th inst,,
AT EIGHT O'CLOCK,
under the auspices of the Y. P. 8, ly Dr. Anderson.
Subject—“ Characteristics of the Present Age.”
Admission, 10 cents.
8S. GREY,
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One Geod Turn Deserves Another !
and generally whea we liave got a good bargain we return for another. That is the rea son our Store is so crowded. Come and see what we cam offer you in BOOTS and SHOES. We have marked down our Stock that has been damaged by smoke, and must get clear of them.
Thousands of pairs still left. Don’t miss the chance, as the sale is genuine.
J: M. McLEOD & C0, QUEEN STREFT,
Charlottetown, Feb. 22, 1893.
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FOR SALE.
FARM AT SOURIS, containing (3 scres of choice land, well manured ae firat-cias®
on Souris Bay, where large quaatities of ‘au le prenred. There are t and, = por.s in P. K. Isl nd ; . ond, ‘ Terms easy. For particulars apply in Souris
condition; well watered with « never-tailiag Cottage and Workshop on the pr the farm is within oom tainebas? walk of M. D, Mavdonald ; in Charlottecown J. B. MACDONALD.
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stream running parallel with the Far «; ironies ME Village off Souris, one of the best feb2i—dy 2aw & wky im