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W. D. McNsirLt, Alberton.

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THE Daity EXAMINER, ~~~ FEBRUARY 24, 1879.

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HON. MR. BRECKEN’S SPEECH ON THE ADDRESS.

Mr. Brecken (Queen’s, P. E. I.) moved that an humble address be presented to his Excellency for the gracious speech with which he had been pleased to open the present ses. sion. Before discharging that onerous duty he said he must throw himself upon the kind consideration of the House, as that was the first time he had the honour of addressing the House in which he was occupying a seat for the first time. In former parliaments it had been the custom to extend tue kindest consid- eration to those who occupied the position he held, and he sincerely hoped that the same in- dulgence would be extended to him. His Ex- cellency in the first paragraph of the speech has expressed the

GRATIFICATION

he felt at having been seleeted by her Ma’esty the Queen to occupy the high and important office he now fills. He (Mr. Brecken) was sure that he was expressing the sincere sentiments, not only of this House, but of the entire Do miuion, when he said that the people of Can- ada feit profoundly grateful to Her Ma_esty for having made suc a wise and judicious sel- ection. Our illustrious Queen, in appointing her noble son-in-law to be Viceroy ot the Do- minion of Canada, had selected from among the rising statesmen of the Mother Country a

ery distinguished nobleman. Although for the age of his Excellency his political experi- ence could not be of long duration, yet his rare education, the advantages which had fallen to his lot, the experience he no doubt had gained as a member of the British House of Commons, his known ability, his high art- istic taste, his knowledge of the world and of conspicuous characters figuring in the world’s history at the present time, by reason of his travels, were circumstances calculated to ren- der his administration beneficial to this coun- try, and, no doubt, when he left the country, it would be found that under him the interests, the prosperity, and the unity of the people had been greatly increased. (Applause.) in s2oding one of her

ILLUSTRIOUS DAUGHTERS

to dwell in our midst, the Queen had reposed a confidence in us, and had shown a regard for us which would be appreciated not only by the Parliament but by the people at large. Although tue sojourn of the Princess Louise amongst us had been of very short duration, yet, irum her amiable character, the atfability

and sweetness of her manner, she had already | prohibitive.

won the atfection and esteem of the people. Her high accomplishments, her artistic talent, that interest which she has taken in the relig- ious, benevolent and charitable institutions which crowd our Motherland and have for their object the amelioration of the condition of the poorer classes, and their social, religious and moral education, were an earnest ot the mauy benefits that would flow to this Domin- ion trom the sujourn of Her Royal Highness amongst us. (Hear, hear.) In fact, he believed the stay of the Marquis of Lorne and the Princess Louise with us wuuld be so bene- ficial to us that when they were called away to juin their royal and illustrious kimsmen in the mother country, tueir departure would be deeply regretted. Regarding the paragraph of the Address in which reference was made to the very satisfactury results of

THE EXHIBITION

of Canadian products and manufactures at the Paris lnternational Exaibition, he desired to say that it was almost impossible to estimate the real good that flows trom mvalry such as takes place at exnibitious of the character in-

dicated, and it must be a matter of great -)

jsfaction to tue House tu reflect tuat this young country, with its sparse population, and with ali the ditticulties and drawbacks of youth, shouid have beeu able to take so proud @ position as it had taken among many and oluer competitors. lt was aisu a matter of pleasure tu Kuow thai the success of the Uan- adiau department bad been aided not a little by the kiuduess and attention o: H. R. H. the Prince of Wales. it was pleasant to see the heir to the British Crown mingling with the subjects of his noyal mother, aud by his ex- ampie aud energy inciting them to emulate one another in these peacetul cuntests, and to endeavor to occupy amvung the natious a proud position in trade and commerce. He was sure that the course of the Prince of Wales would tend to increase that feeling of loyal affection towards their Sovereign which had ever dis- tinguished British subjects. (Applause.) It was a matter of satisfaction to knuw that the long vexed question affecting the fishery claims under the WASHINGTON TREATY

bad at last been concluded by means of the

ful and amicable machinery ot an arbitra- tion. He was aware that when tne award was first made known it did not give entire satis- faction to our Republican seizhbois, who thought it excessive. But from information we had received he believed he was correct in saying that the character of the evidence pro- duced before the Commission at Halifax fully justitied the award. (Applause.) Before he left the subject he thought ne mignt tender to the right hon. the leader of the Government, the congratulation he deserved on the success-

right hon. gentlemaa occupied the distinguish- ed position of british commissioner to arrange the terms of the Washington Treaty. ‘This was the first instance of the bestowal of such an honor by her Ma esty ona colonial states- man. No doubt the right hon. gentleman’s knowledge of the facts of the case, nis long ex- perience as a statesman and i

ful result of this loag peading question. The:

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cessful accomplishment of the tr.aty.

treaty did not receive at one time the approval of everyone on the flour of the House, but to usea rather vulgar saying ‘Lhe proof vf the pudding is in the eating.” He had obtaiwes an award which met w:th our satisfaction and the House was justfied in tendering to the first Minster its congratulations and thanks for the very valuable services he had rendered in heingiug the question to a favorable issue. (Cheers.) Tue paragraph respecting the tn- creasing trade between Canada and bugland iu

LIVE CATTLE

was also of considerable importance. From the existence of pleuro-pneumouia in the United States, our live stock trade with Eng- land was in danger of being interrupted. Cattle from Canada and the United states were some time ago admitted into England. On ascertaining that pleuro-pneumonia existed in the United States. the Minister of Agricul ture took prompt action to exclude Americau cattle from this country, and for those meas- ures the hon. Minister was entitled to great credit. When the Imperial Government re-

. Sales Agents of the Daily Ryiminer, | tribute |, to a considerable exteut, to the _

————— } ceived information of the prevalence of that

disease in the United States, they interdicted the importation of American cattle, but for- tunately did not include Canadian cattle within its provisions. To prohibit the admis- sion of American cattle into the Dominion was, therefore, the only policy open to the (overnment, and was a matter of necessity. Undoubtedly, the measure bore a not very friendly aspect, but when the House con. sidered the important interests at stake, credit would be accorded the Minister of Agriculture for his prompt action ; and promptness was everything in this case, be cause it was a matter ef great consequence, first, to prevent the introduction of disease into this country, and, second, because it was absolutely necessary to adopt that course in order to prevent the English market from be. ing shat against us, which would be a Serious blow to our agricultural prosperity, as the cat- tle trade was already a source of wealth, and was, moreover, rapidly increasing. In regard to

TRADE MATTERS,

his Excellency expressed the hope that the negotiations which had been commenced, with Her Majesty’s sanction, for tie development of the trade of Canada with France and Spain and their respective colonies. The

SHIPBUILDING INTEREST,

which formed an important branch of our trade, was no doubt specialiy referred to, al- though not specifically mentioned. Under the treaty entered into between England and France in 1860 and 1851 certain conces- sions were made by both parties, and the duties on certain articles interchanged be- tween the two countries were reduced. A short time afterwards a treaty was concluded between Austria and France, under which the latter country admitted Austrian built ships on paying a duty of two francs perton. The treaty with England, however, inc'uded a clause placing English ships on as favourable a footing as those of any other country euter- ing France, and therefore English built ships are also admitted on paying the duty of two francs per ton. his question had engaged the attention of the late Dominion Govern- meut, who had used their exertions to effect a reduction of the tax levied on Canadian buils vessels when sent to France. Application was made to the French Government to place our vessels in the same position as those built in England, but the Government decided that the treaty only extended to English built ships. The consequence was that Canadian built ships were subjected to the duties im- posed by the general tariff, which reach about forty francs per ton—-a duty which was almost Under those circumstances the present Government would receive the thanks of the people if the negotiations entered upon should result in Canadian built vessels being admitted under such duties as would enable our ship-builders to enter upon a profitable

with the French and Spanish colonies it would be the means of affording employment to large numbers of people, and would aid to the in- ducements of overcrowded European cities to settle in this country instead of in the United States. (Cheers) The Speech from the Throne contained the announcement that the Government would press furward with vigor the construction of the

PACIFIC RAILWAY,

and endeavor to meet the reasonable expecta- tions of British Columbia. (Cheers.) Tue work was necessary in the interests of the country, and was advocated by both puiiticai parties. While there were differences ot vpinion as te the manner in which the under- taking should be carried out, no one doubted that British Columbia entered Confederation on the distinct understanding that a trans- continental railway should be constructed. The taith of the Dominion had been pledged, and it was better to be bankrupt im purse than to be bankrupt in reputauon. (Loud cheers.) Five hundred miles of railway, be- tween Lake Superior and Manitoba, had already been constructed, which formed an instalment of the work, the compietion of which might be sanguively anticipated by the people of British Columbia, for 1t would no doubt be the policy of the present and future governments to prosecute it as rapidly as was consistent with the means at their disposal. (Cheers.) 1t was stated that there was now communication by railway between Manitoba and the United States system of railways, but whether that was to be an advantage or not, he could nut say. Whether tie etlect of the Pembina branch would be to draw travel and freight from our own line when completed or uot, he could not predict, but

the trattic from Manitoba to the Dominion did come by way of the United States. A great ' writer once said that if asked to judge ot the progress of a country, instead of looking at its statesmen, instead ot looking at its educational or scientilic institutions, he would look to the mode of communication that existed in the country. lf that was correct with regard to any country it was correct regarding Canada, and if we wished to promote immigration to our shores, how could we do better than to

such facilities in this country as to enable them to fight the battle of life with as little discom- fort as possible? (Hear, hear.) The promised bills respecting stamps, weights and measures,

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efficient the branches of the public service which they touched. He approved of the pro-

he had no doubt that at present a great deal of |

ye a ae for the t — a the census the ruins, oO , and expressed his ief that the Nothing was saved f th his foresight, oon- , measures proposed for the procuring of accurate , there a no amitiee ai ae

statistical information would be of advantage tv the country. He understood that the DEPARTMENTAL CUANGES, would consist, in the first place, of the doin, away with the othe ol Receiver General, eo secondly, with a ulVision of the labours of the Minister of Public Works. No doubt the veader of the Opposition kuew that the labours of the Department of Pablic Works were morc chan could well be expected from one Min iter. He, of course, had no insight into the policy of the Government, but from what hi nad neard outside he believed that in the c- vision of the daties of the head of that depart. nent it was the intention of the Government to place the railways unier the charge of onc Minister. Astheotfliceof Receiver-General would be dlispensed with there would be no increase in the number of Munsters, aud the cost ol! administration would in no way be made _reiter than at present. ‘The estimates would, uo doubt, be tramed with a due regard to the stite of the revenue, and at the same time thc etliciency of the public service would not be lost sight of. He now came to what he sup- posed was looked upon as THE MOST IMPORTANT MATTER

of the Speech. It was a matter which had been discussed throughout the length and breadth of the Dominion, and upon it the people had given no uncertain verdict. He supposed the House must have a little patience, but he had no doubt that ina tew days the policy of the Government would be made known by the hon. the Minister ot Finance. It was, he was sure, a matter of re- gret to every Canadian that for the past few years our expenditure had exceeded our rev- enue. And, while it was necessary that the public works connected wita the development of the country should be constructed, 1t was also necessary that the credit of the country should be maintained. But what he wished to say on this point was that, having a large country, we wauted here immigration, mauu- factures and industries. He admitted that statesmen could not of themselves create prosperity or create trade, and indeed it would be an unfortunate day for the country if the farmer, the mechanic, or the merchant were to rest upon the arm of the statesmau and trust to legislation alone to make the country wealthy and prosperous. (Opposition applause.) But while he stated that, he still believed it was the imperative duty of statesmen by wise leyislation and liberal laws to open up all possible avenues of} trade and to remove all obstructions. It was also the duty of a statesman not to attempt to apply any cast-iron rule on the trade question, but to suit the policy of the country to the condition and circumstances of the people. (Ministerial applause.) There’was such a thing as helping along young people, and he thought it would be well for the House, with the ex- perience it already had, just to see how far it was in the power of statesmen to assist our young industries. (Applause.) There was another subject. upon which he desired to speak, and that was the propriety of empower- ing the Government to take up the matter of

LIFE INSURANCE,

He deemed it to have been a wise and prudent measure on the part of the Dominion to have established savings’ banks, where the working classes could obtain Government security for their deposits. If that step bad proved a bene- fit, why should not life insurance established on the same principle prove equally beneficial? Indeed, the latter seemed the mo.e important measure; for, in many cases, men having fixed incomes could make no other provision for their families. (Hear, hear.) While the com- mercial depression had not yet passed away and the outlook was not so bright as they might have expected, still, taking a philoso- plical view of the matter, things were never so bad as what they might be. When we look at the exteut of this country, its rich resources and the nationalties which composethe people, we might fairly hope the men whose foretathers had accomplished

GREAT DEEDS

export trade. (Cheers.) If we could also ob. |had inherited their noble qualities. We had tain the energy of the Englishman, the chivalry of RECIPROCITY {the Frenchman, the dash of the Irishman, and

the indomitable perseverence of the Scotch- man, and no better combination could be de- sired to work out a bright and glorious future for Canada. (Cheers.) All required beyond this was that the men who exercised an influ. euce in the Dominion should adopt this motto,

‘*Country first and party afterwards.’ (Cheers. ) He believed he was not over sanguine when he declared that

this glorious future was not in the remote distance, but that within a reasonable time it would be fully realized. (Uheers.) Such a prospect should prove a powerfal incentive to publ men to forget the acerhities of politica! life, and devote their time and energy tu the best interests of the country. (Cheers.) We are a furtunate people. We form a depend- ency—he was almost about to saya free de pendency—of an Empire the most libeity giving in the world, and no country possessed more freedom or more noble institutions than that over which Queen Victoria sways he: gracious sceptre. (woud cheers.) ~~ 32> e- Parliamentary Notes.

We regret much to Lear of the illness of Senator Howlan, who is now in the General Hospital Ottawa.

The reports of the Ministers of Customs, Public Works. Militia, Fisheries and Finance were laid on the table.

Mr. Colby has introduced a bill relating to baukruptcy, for repealing the Insolvent law, and winding up bankrupt estates.

From the Finance report it appears that the dehcit for the year ending 30th June, 1578, is $1,375,946.73, which added to other deficits tells up a very pretty sum.

P. E. I. Rartway.—The receipts last year |were $135,599, an increase of $5,234. The |working expenses were $221.599, and the loss

‘in working the line was $85,699, against $97,-

| 938 in 1875.

| Mr. Fiset asked whether the Government have solicited and recommended the pardon (of Louis Riel; if not, when they proposed do- ‘ing so? Sir John said the Government had not and did not propose doing so.

| From the trade report it appears that the aggregate trade of Canada for the year was

provide those who were obliged to tear them- , $170,523,244; the exports $79, 32 selves from the home of their forefathers with im ports $79,323,667, and the

ports for consumption $97,199,557. duty collected was $12,795,693. 17.

| A HovsE at Mahone Dees cumad and occu- ‘pied by John Langille, was destroyed by fire

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etc., he had uo doubt would render more early on Sunday morning. Langiile, while at-

tempting to extinguish the fire, was burned to death, only afew bones being found amon He leaves a widow and one child.

8| Ch’town, Feb. 20th, 1879—

Mr. Brecken's Spssch.

Mr. Bretken spoke this afternoon with confidence, accuracy and correct feeling, although with scareely the sie — and vigor as if he were addressing an Is = Leyisiature with which he was thorovg ily at home. His reference to the Governor General and the Princess were particularly happy, and drew forth repeated plaudits. de handled the several topics of the Ad- dress very skilfully, and was loudly ap- plauded wheu he sat down. —ASf. John Sun.

Prince Edward Island has the honor of furnishing the mover of the address this year —the Hon. Frederick de St. ©. Brecken. His appearance in the Commons promises to add strength to the effective diseussion of the important measures on hand.—- Montreal Gazette.

Mr. Brecken, though apologizing for in- experience, is well known for his eloquence and ability. He seems to have made a cap- ital speech, seizing on the salient points in the Speech and turning them to good ac- count.—-St. John Telegraph.

The mover and seconder of the Address in the Commons have received the congrat- ulations of their friends on both sides of the House, for their creditable maiden speeches. — halifuc Chronicle.

The opening of the debate on the Address was characterized by what may be termed parliamentary savuir faire. The gentleman who moved the Address and the gentleman who seconded it, proved that they were no timid novices in public speaking, and had acquired all the necessary tact and discre- tion as to length and strength of speech. Mr. Brecken delivered an effective speech in English, and Mr. Tasse delivered an effective speech in French. Mr. Brecken showed that he was rather restraining a turn for eloquence for fear of appearing too much occupied with his formal duty. Mr. Tasse proved that he could not help being cloquent even if he tried. Mr. Brecken is a ready speaker, has a clear voice, a good Parliamentary manner, and plenty of poli- tical experience. With such qualities he cannot fail to imerease, in the Parliament of Canada, the honors he has earned in pub- lic life in his own Island.—Toronto Maul.

Corresponsence.

aw Wedonet hold ourselves responsible for the statements or opinions of our correspondents

City Taxation

To the Editor of the Examiner :

Sir,—Perceiving a notice in your paper, per order of the City Council, requesting an immediate payment of all city taxes, otherwise the collection of the same will be enforced by law, I would state, for the information of the City Fathers, that hundreds of poor people in our city are unable at present to pay a dollar towards taxes or any other object, and it is with difficulty that such poor people can ob- tain ainiserable means of sustenance. It is well known and severely felt that this is an exceelingiy hard winter, and the amount of suffering which, in consequence. prevails in our city is unusually large, and, if taxes are going to be enferced under such existing circum- stances, it would be nothing more nor less than a cruel and uncharitable proceeding. I would, therefore, suggest, in view of this fact, that an extension of six or seven weeks be granted by the City Council from this date for enforcing (if necessary) the payment of said taxes, particularly from the unemployed. The labor season would be then open, end tifty per cent. of the people could pay where one can- not now, and the burthen of suffering thus re- lieved from the unhappy results which would otherwise inevitably follow.

Yours, truly, UNEMPLOYED MECHANIC.

Ch'town, Feb. 24th, 1879.

THE GONGERT

OF THE SEASON!

WILL BE GIVEN

IN THE Y. 4. C. A. HALL,

isin CU ieee

Thursday, the 27th February,

In Aid of the Funds of Zion Church.

The best Musical talent in the city has been engaged for this entertainment, and no effort will be spared to make it worthy of public patronage.

Concert to commence at 8 o'clock. Doors open at 7.30. Tickets 20 cents.

Reserved seats 30 cents.

D. M. FRASER, Musical Director. Feb. 24, 1879.

UNDERTAKING, &6.

AMES M. BUTCHER is now prepared to give close personal attention to all funerals that may be entrusted to him.

COFFINS, CASKETS, &C..,

of various sizes, styles and quality, always on hand, ready-maie.

“PRICES TO SUIT THE TIMES.” Ch’town, February, 24, 1879.

Union Bank of PF. Island.

MAIL NOTICE: \ AILS to be forwarded via Cape Traverse i will be closed at this Office daily—-Sua. days excepted—at 8 o'clock p. m,

The mail for Great Brmtain, by Canadian Packet sailing from Halifax on Saturdays, will be closed here ou Wednesdays§at 8 o'clock, », m,

The mail for Great Britain via New York will be closed on Thursdays at 8 o’clock, p. m,

Mails for all places West of Charlottetown receiving Mails by Railway Train or Postal Car, will be closed daily at 7 o'clock, a, m.

Mails for Georgetown and Souris East, alse for all places on the route to those points, will be closed daily at 2 o’clock, p. m.

Post Office open from 8, a. m., till 8, p. m

A. A. MACDONALD, Postmaster.

Post Oilice, Charlottetown, } 20th Feb., 1879. \

BANK OF P. E. ISLAND.

YHE Annual Meeting of the Share holders of this Bank will be held at their Banking House, in Charlottetown, on Tneg- day, the 4th day of March next, at 120 clock, noon, for the purpose of electing Directors for the ensuing year, and the trene- action of such other business as may be laid before them. Proxies for voting must be left with the Cashier at least on day previous to the meet- ing.

4 J. R. BRECKEN, Cashier, Ci’town, Feb, 19, 1879—a rg p till meeting

FLOUR, Cornmeal & Tea, CHEAP FOR CASH,

-—AT THE- -

LONDON HOUSE.

Charlottetown, Feb. 18, 1879.

COAL!

10 Tons Round ‘‘ACADIA MINES,” and a smaller lot of NUT, at our usual low prices.

Wright & MacGowan,

QUEEN’S WHARF. Ch'town, Feb. 8, 1879—taw for 2m

FOR SALE,

HE HOUSE and Premises occupied T the Subscriber, at the head of rele Street. For further particulars apply to the owner on the Premises, or to ALEXANDER

Brown, Esq. DONALD McKENZI Ch’town, Feb. 3, 1879—2aw n

NORTHERN LICHT.

N the present state of the Straits, no parti- | cular days of crossing can be given. The 2 — — will cross whenever there isa air chance of success. Intending passengers had better be at Georgetown, in me to avail themselves of the first opportunity.

WILLIAM MITCHELL, Agent of D Feb. 17, 1879- tf gent of Department.

NOTICE.

OTICE is hereby given that pr i Nv be imanediately sonnet mae all persons who are known to be in the pos- session of DOGS and who have not regi them and paid their Dog Tax for the current. year, in conformity to the provisions of a b om this city, passed 4th December, A. BD. VI.

A. F. TOMLINS,

Clerk of the City Court.

Feb. 11.

AUCTION!

To be sold by PUBLIC AUCTION, on TUES. DAY, the Twenty-fourth day of DECEM BER NEXT, at the hour of Twelve o'clock, noon, at the Court House, Char lottetown, under and by virtue of » Power of Sale contained in an Inden- ture of Mortgage, bearing date the Third day of February, A. D. 1873, and made between John Henesy, of the one part, and Francis Kelly, of the other part—

as that tract of land and premises situate ;& lying and being as follows, that is to say: Commencing on the north side of the Fort Augustus Road, at the south-east of a farm of land in the possession of Thomas Ceerley ; from thence north fifty chains, or to the northern boundary of the said Johm

| Henesy’s land ; thence east five chains ; thence

south to the said road, and from thence west. to place of commencing, containi by estima tion Twenty-five acres, a little more or less, and being part of Lot or Township Number Thirty-six, in Queen’s County, together with

all rights, members and io. blanin appurtenances there-

For athe particulars appl y to Messrs, lg & McLezop, Solictbors, Charlette- own.

Dated this Twenty-seventh day of Novem-

ber, A, D. 1878, FRANCIS KELLY, Dec. 2, 1878—law t sale ”

HE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING)

of the Stockholders of this Bank will be held at their Banking House, Charlottetown, on’ Wednesday, 5th proximo, at 12) 0 clock, noon, to elect Directors for the ensu- ing year, and transact such other business as| may be laid before the meeting. Proxies for | voting must be left with the Cashier at least. one day previous to said meeting.

GEORGE MACLEOD,

» on which ) HE place to get yourPrinti 2 done is at | itai Pe Examiner Printing Room | Dominion, on ten

THE above Sale is hereby postponed ti TUESDAY, the Twenty. fifth day of Fe

1879, then to take place at the hour and place

above mentioned FRANCIS KELLY, Mortgagee. = WEEKLY EXAMINER, — Per- es

_ Sons having relatives or friends abroad, iring to keep them informed ~

Cashier. _ P. E. island, cannot do soin a better or ch

er way than by subscribing to a Examixer. Sent, pos i ts oe eee

res d nited States, o the mnion, on receipt of One Dollar,