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THE DAILY EXAMINER.

Notes and Comments.

—-According to the latest despatches, there is talk in England, as well as upon the Continent of Europe, of retaliation if the McKinley Bill should go into oper- ation.

—The Searetary of Agriculture for New Brunswick, Mr. Lugrin, states that from advices lately received by him the oat crop which, early in the season, was despaired of on account of rust, bids fair to equal if not surpass former yields.

—Advices from the country indicate that hay is about half a crop; that wheat and potatues will show a good average yield; and that oats will be, after all, ‘‘a pretty fair crop.” Over the whole Province, there is nothing in crop prospects to com- plain about, though some districts and some persons will have to admit a shortage.

— Lord Salisbury’s last despatch to Sec- tary Blaine on the Behring Sea dispute has been published with the rest of the corres- pondence in a blue book. It sets forth that Great Britain never assented to Russias elaim to jurisdiction over the Behring Sea, and winds up with a proposal for arbitra- tion if an agreement cannot otherwise be arrived at.

The Montreal Gazette points out the splendid position occupied by Cape Breton, now that she has a railway, and says :

‘Looking to the great mineral w ealth and natural advantages of the Island, the wonder is that railway communication has been so long delayed, and now that a beginning has been made, a rapid development of the re- sources and a growing appreciation of the importance and capabilities of Cape Breton may, with some confidence, be anticipated.

—A firm of Boston commission merchants has written to the Massachusetts senators asking them to oppose the increased duty on potatoes contemplated in the McKinley bill. They say that the potato crop has been an almost total failure in the west and is very short in all other states but Maine. The increase of duty from 15 cents to 25 cents would, in the opinion of the Messrs. Snow, cause much suffering, as the people mast look to foreign'supply.

—Congress is now considering 4 measure to permit ‘‘wrecking” by Canadians in United States waters as soon as Canada recipiro- cates. The proposal does not extend to reciprocal towiag or coasting. This is the favorite method of our neighbors—and of their agents and advocates in Canada—-to propose “reciprocity” where the advantage would accrue to the United States, but to refuse it in any case where the benefit would be to Canada. Their only idea of reciprocity is that it should be all on one side, and that side their own.

—-The correspondence touching the efforts made by the Washington government to secure modification or repes! of the French government's decree of 1881, prohibiting the importation into France of American pork and kindred American products, has been sent to the Senate. It comprises a long letter from United States Minister Reid to M. Ribot protesting against the decree, and showing how it deprives the poorer classes in France of a wholesome article of food, besides causing great loss of revenue to France in the way of duties, and stirring up a resentful feeling in the country.

— lt is reported that a new swindle is being carried on in Connecticut by means of a double fountain pen, one end of which is filled with good substantial ink, the other with ink that fades away ina day or two, The sharper writes his agreement, contract eer whatever particular lay he may have chosen, with the ink that fades, and his victim signs with the other end of the pen in the ink that lasts. In a few days he has # slip of paper with nothing on it but a good signature, over which he writes any sort of a note that he can most easily turn into cash. The tale sounds fishy and we give it for what it is worth.

Personal.

Hon. Jos. Arsenault, Wellington, was re- gistered at the Osborne yesterday.

Richard Hunt, Esq., Summerside, is at the Hotel Davies.

Hon. A. J. Macdonald, Georgetown, was oe at the Hotel Davies yesterday.

Villiam Campbell, M, L. C., Mellville, was inthecity last evening. He was at the Hotel Davies.

The Amherst Press says: Joseph Wise, ex- M, P. P., of Charlottetown, P. E. I., is in town on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. John Bryenton.

Vriting about the life of Queen Victoria at Osborne, Edmund Yates says: ‘‘ Osborne was the favorite residence of the Prince Con- sort, and he took the greatest pleasure in the place, which, indeed, was a creation of his own, and one of the best specimens in Eng- jand of the domestic Italian style. The Queen's own rooms are on the highest rooms of the pavilion, and they command a series of magnificent views in all directions. The house is filled with statuary and pictures, which are the private property of the Queen. The Queen has always passed the mornings at Osborne in fine weather in a tent on the lawn, wherein, as at Frogmore; she read the papers, wrote her letters and transacted all public and private business. This summer, how- ever, Her Majesty frequently installed herself in the pavilion which attracted so much at- tention at the Windsor Royal Agricultural Show, and which now occupies a charming site on the Osborne grounds.”

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P. E. Il. Mutual Fire Insurance Co.

Annual statement of the Prince Edward Island Mutual Fire Insurance (‘o. for the year ended July 7, 1890 :

Number of Policies in force...... 699 Amount of Policies issued ....... $595,234 00

PROFIT AND LOSS ABSTRACT.

NEWFOUNDLAND.

Sketches By a Correspondent of “The Examiner.”

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From the press we turn to law, and here I find that the evidence of witnesses, at least in some parts of Newfoundland, would

our own temple of justice on Seott Act

innocence and unbounded ignorance some of our criminal witnesses in the sacred precincts. | was assured in district it was perfectly possible to find say ten or a dozen men who would prove, let us say an asssault, each witness confining him-

one

self to one point only and the next taking it up at the place where his predecessor left off, thus making a complete chin

while each one was blissfully ignorant «1 anything regarding the marter except the one point which he had to prove. When this species of evidence is encount«red on both side of a case, anything = r nothing can be readily proved, and the citticu ty «

reaching a correct verdict may be lusgined. Ln such cases, as the Harbor Grace riets, all difficulties are obviated by the juries themselves, who have methods of their own of coming to conclusions. To the judical mind these verdicts seemed peculiar, but what of that Is not trial by jury the palladium of our liberties? 11 is certainly so in regard to the liberties of some people in Newfoundland.

The French shore question has settled down to a dogged fight. A thousand pities that it should have become a party cry. Complications and difficulties must and will crop up, but the final result is certain. The French must _ go, Newfoundland cannot do _ without the agricultural and mineral resources of the West Coast. The fisheries, always, did pre- carious, are inadequate to the support of the population, and something else must come in. Mining industries in copper have been largely worked, the lead mines at La Manche are being re-opened, lumbering is being prosecuted to a very considerable ex- tent on the North Side (if Lam not misin- formed some Charlottetown capital is in- vested in this quarter) there is 4 ropewalk at St. John’s which pays well, a large brick yard just started in Trinity Bay and a pulp factory on an extensive scale, to be opened in Placentia Bay. The outlook for New- foundland, if the present troubles were set- tled and her large and varied resources de- veloped, is very promising, and [ look for- ward hopefully to the day when our Do- minion wil] be rounded out by the entrance of this most important province into her circle.

Let me say in conclusion that the weather was all that could be desired, the thermometer ranging from 65 to 83, the sky clear, with just enough rain at night to keep the dust down, so that Newfound- land was seen at her best.

The return trip by the Bonavista to Sydney, thence by steamer up the far famed Bras D’or Lake to Port Mulgrave, passing the now celebrated Terminal city, whence wuext year it is expected that “ocean yreyhounds’ will carry us to Europe in four days or sv, was a fitting windup to such a pleasant excursion. Taking the Intercolonial Railway we are svon in Pictou and the Princess of Wales brings us back to our starting point.

To all who are looking forward to a sum- mer vacation in 1891, I would say. Dont overlook the claims and charms of New-

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The Saint John Exhibition. We draw the attention of our readers to the advertisement of this Exhibition, which appears in another column, and would par- ticularly impress upon all who are likely to exhibit, the {necessity of sending in their entries before the first of September The Association is preparing to issue a complete catalogue of exhibits, and all en- tries, must therefore positively close un the date mentioned The prospects for the Exhibition are must encouraging in every department. A large number of entries have been made in nearly all sections. Inthe Manufacturers section almost every branch of industry in the Dominion will be shown. The large amount of machinery in motion, will illus- trate some interesting processes in manu- facturing. For this purpose the Association are providing about 250 horse power. Messrs. Goldie & McCulloch, of Galt, O., are contributing a 60 horse power Wheelock Engine; Messrs. E. Leonard & Son of London, Ont., are furnishing 95 horse power, with one of their Ball Engines, and several other manufa-turers are putting in additional steam and electric power. The Great Maritime Butter competition, for which about $800 in prizes are offered, is drawing great interest, and should give a good stimulus to this important industry in the Provinces. Among the many features of the Exhibi- tion, outside of the ordinary competition, the following are worthy of special notice. The West India exhibit, which will con. sist of the products of the Islands, will be both large and varied. One of the Islands alone is spending $2,000 on their collection. The Canadian West Indian and South American SS. Co. are offering free trans- port of articles from there, and this depart- ment cannot fail to be of interest to all classes of people as well as a unique feature in Canadian exhibitions. Arrangementse have been made with Messrs. James Pain & Son, of London, Eng., and New York (probably the largest manufacturers of fireworks in the world) for several evenings of most elaborate dis-

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{musical instrument manu ; 7 ‘Canada and the United States, a3 well as)

evidently entitle them to a front seat in |

days, or would even outrank the guileless | ot | . ; same | be of an interesting

F, A. Peters, of St. John, which, will be

utilized for organ recitals, by some of the | | leading organists.

being made for a Mammoth Concert to be held in the buildings, when this instrument with an orchestra and several hundred voices

will he utilized. Nearly all the leading facturers through |

‘ ci chibi some from Germany, are waking exhibits,

which will be placed at various points throughout the uilding, and some of the best musical talent has been engaged by |

i these people to display the tone and power | | of their instruments.

The Exhibition Association has already | received intimation from a number of com- | panies of gas blowers, museum managers, phonograph exhibition companies, etc., | and have arranged for a considerable num- ber of attractions of this class.

The exhibit to be made by the educ: ~ ional department of New Brunswick, will character, containing work by all grades in the various schools of the Province

The Moosepath Driving Park Association are providing a large and attractive pro- |

during the exhibition, and the various | bise ball and athletic associations are | organizing for important field days during | the Fair. EE A «BS

A few jet wraps and Paris dolmans still re- maining—now offered at half price —Beer Bros,

For St. John’s, Newfoundland,

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Newfoundland, will be due at Charlottetown on MONDAY MORNING, the 25th inst., and will carry Cattle and Sheep on deck.

For Freight or Passage appiy to PEAKE BROS. & CO., Agente.

HE BENEVOLENT IRISH SOCIETY OF SOURIS intend holding a Picnic on the favorite old Tea Grounds,

On Wednesday, 27th August,

to aid them in raising funds for building their new Hall.

Tables will be supplied with substantial Refreshments, and the Saloons wil] have all kinds of suitable drinks, etc.

In addition, the Committee have made ar- rangements for various Games and Amuse- ments, such as Bowling Alley, Slippery Walk, Swings, Sack, Hurdle and Foot Races, and other athletic sports.

Prof. Shuttleworth, of Prince of Wales Col- lege, will give an Address on Scientific Farm- ing and Agricultural Education.

A Special Train will leave Charlottetown at 7 a. m. standard, or 8a. m. local time, con- necting with the regular, morning train from ‘Georgetown. Returning, will leave Souris at 4.15 standard, or 5.15 p. m. local time. The Georgetown train will be delayed for passen- gers going back on the special.

Excursion rates from Charlottetown, George- town and intermediate stations, good to re- turn the same day, as follows :—

Charlottetown to Bedford, inclusive...... 85¢ Tracatie 86 DUMEOG. ooo 5 is ssc csescesess 75¢ Lot 40 to Midgell..............----++-> 60c St. Peter’s to Ashton... ...0..+...- . 40c Selkick and Tete BiG cs. vse ck cc neee 30¢ Bear River and New Zealand............ 25c Wasm0O Yd: 6. . Ws. Foci dss ded ss ode daddd 15c Georgetown to Perth, inclusive.......... 85c Baldwin's to Pisquid........0..sseee . 15¢

Return tickets at une first-class fare will be issued from Charlottetown and intermediate stations by regular morning train on the 27th, good to return up to and including 28th of August.

JAMES LANDRIGAN, Secretary B. 1. Society. Souris, Aug. 11, 1890, augl2—dy 12, 18, 21, 23, 25& wy patdw

E HAVE A LARGE STOCK OF FLOUR ot reliable Brands,—

Carter’s Best, Kent Mills,

White Star, &c.

Every Barrel warranted. Selling low for

Arrangements are also |

gramme of horse racing covering four days | ~-

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2 Cases Wool shawis,

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INDUSTRIAL & AGRICULTURAL FAIR,

ST JOHN, N. B.,

‘September 24th to October 4th, 1890.

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i “1 Thousand Doilars ——————(. ) Competition Upen to the World. Space and Power Free. A Large Array of Special Attractions. Ample accommodation for visitors at low rates. Special Ex- cursions on all Railways and Steamboats. For Prize List, Entry Forms and full information, address

Twelve in Premiums !

TRA CORNW “LE, Secretary Exhibition Association.

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GREAT SALE OF

BUYS =GLOTHING.

500 Suits at “Away Down Prices |

NO MAKE ROOM FOR FALL IMPORTATIONS, we offer

the whole of our stock at following prices :—

100 SUITS, former price $2.25 and $2.50, now $1.75 100 SUITS, § 2.60 and 2.90, now 2.00 100 SUITS, 6 8.00 and 3.25, now 2.25 60 SUITS, . 3.50 and 3.75, now 2.50 60 SUITS, t+ 1.00 and 4.25, now 3.0 50 SUITS, ” 4.50 and 4.75, now 3.50

cents and $1.00. doubt, the Biggest Bargain in BOYS’

A Job Lot selling for 50

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HARRIS & ST“HWART, i ON DON Bows Be.

Charlottetown, August 16, 1890.

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cash or approved credit.

1889. plays, in which they propose to introduce

Aug. 6th. By balance .......... $3,006 37} number of attractive novelties. As this

1890. firm has had charge of displays at exhibi-

July 8th. By premiums on poli- tions at South Kensington and Sydenham

cies and policy fees........ 1,287 20} Palace, Eng., as well as the mostimportant

July 8th. By interest .......... 197 76] ones at other points in England and the

— United States, their name is sufticient

1890. 1$4,491 33 qunnnnen of the sucess of this part of the July 8th. * entertainment.

ay ote eer oy pr soee® a As regards the musical programme, four

Agents’ fees 166 75 or five of the leading bands have {been _en-

current exps 167 56 gaged, and in addition to those a large

441 81 | Organ of 750 pipes is being erected by Mr.

By balance (net assets), ee $4,049 52

K. D. ©. is Guaranteed.

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Best American KILN DRIED CORN- MEAL, Granulated Sugar, West India Sugar in 28-ib. bags and by the pound, Tea at 25, 30, 40, 50 and 60 cents per Ib., anda full stock of Family Groceries.

We pay highest cash price for Fresh Eggs, and one cent per dozen advance over cash price when exchanged for goods.

Our Store is the right place to sell Eggs and to buy Groceries.

GEO. CARTER & CO.,

Grocers and Seedsmen. Ch’town, July 21, 1890,

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- CAMPBELL’S SKREI BRAND OF

Cod Liver Oil.

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His IS THE FINEST COD LIVER OIL EVER BROUGHT OUT. Cod Liver

Oil usually has such a disagreeable taste, and is to many so difficult of digestion,

that its excellent nutritive and medicinal qualities are not experienced. The Skrei Oil

is free from these objections, being besutifully clear, pale and bright, almost tasteless, 'wud readily assimilated by children and the most delicate invalids. Sold by

W. R. WATSON, Dispensing Chemist, QUEEN STREET, CHARLOTTETOWN,

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The Query of the Day is :

WHERE CAN WE ORTAIN

BOOKS, SPUTIANERT,

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Fancy ‘oods, NEW AND PERFRCT,

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Charlottetown for Charlottetonians ! THEO, L. CHAPPELLE,

Diamond Bookstore. Ch’town, Aug. 19, 1890—3i eod = wy li

supelor Furniture BY AUCTION.

AM authorized to sell by Auction, at the late residence of Mrs. Henry Palmer, deceased, Kent Street,

On Thursday, 28th August, inst.,

AT 11 O'CLOCK, A. M.,

All the HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, com- prising Drawing Room, Dining Room, Break- fast Room, Bedroom, Hail and Kitchen Fur- niture ; One Piano.

Atso—2 Cows, 1 Pig, lot of Hens, 1 Lawn Mower and Garden Tools.

Sale positive. No reserve. R. BEAIRSTO,

Auctioneer,

Binder Twine.

TONS PURE MANILLA— Wholesale only.

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CARVELL BROs,

Raspberries Wanted. 5 BARRELS RASPBERRIES wanted J immediately, for which the very highest price will be paid in cash,

H. H. HARTSHORN, At G. H. Toombs’ Office, Lower Queen

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P. E ISLAND RAILWAY.

Excursion to Georgetown.

SPECIAL PASSENGER TRAIN will

leave Charlottetown for Georgetown at 8a. m (standard time) on SATURDAY, 23rd inst.; returning, will leave Georgetown at 3.15 (standard time) same evening. Should the weather prove unfavorable, the Excursion will be held on MONDAY, 25th.

Fare for the round trip, 50 cents.

J. UNSWORTH, Superintendent. Railway Office, Ch’town, Aug. 18, 1890.

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Liverpool to Charlottetown.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND DIRECT. FALL TRIP, 1899.

THE A) CLIPPER BARQUE

CLARIBEL

420 Tons Register, Coppered, and classed at English Lloyds,

JOUN WALSH, COMMANDER,

Will be on the berth at Liverpool va or about the 10th ef September, and sail on the 20th Sept mber, . ,

For Freight or Passage apply in Liverpool to William Bullen, 51 South John Street,

here to . z L. C. OWEN. Ch’town, Aug. 14, 1890—f m w tl Ist sept

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the Hotel Dundas? Esplanade

4 & ’ ILL open for the recegption of Transie”@ + and Permanent Bofjrders, a ag management of the Sist(¥rs of ‘Charity,

few days, of which fulleg® potice will be give™

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