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FEBRUARY 26, 1879.

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The Souris Breakwater.

Tue Patriot appears to be very much alarmed lest ‘‘ more jobbery” is likely to “crop up’ in connection with the Souris Breakwater. By “ more jobbery,” that pure and undefiled journal don! tless re- fers to the wholesale jobbery practised by the late Government in the construction of the work in question. Our telegram of yesterday—in which it is reported that Dr. Muttart, M. P., has moved for the produc- tion of all tenders, papers, etc., connected with the contract for the Breakwater— shows that the Patriot’s alarm is not with- out cause.

When ‘faylor and Wilson, the contract- ors, were allowed to build the work so that the outer end—before it was carried away —was about eighty yards nearer the shore than was contemplated according to the original specification and plan—thus favor- ing the builders to the amount of thou- sands of dollars—not a word was uttered in protest by the Patriot. A public meet- ing was called at the time to prevent the work being carried out to suit the interests of the contractors. But the Grits said the work must go on ; and, as a Grit Govern- ment had control, on it went, to the great injury of the public interests.

Before the Patriot complains again let him inform himself as te what the truth is in reference to the present contract. We are inclined to think that the present work will be carried out strictly according to the specifications laid down. Its allusion to the junior member for King’s is quite easily understood. We venture to predict that Dr. Muttart will look after the interests of his constituents faithfully, and that the people of Souris will have reason to be thankful that a Government now rules which is determined to do its duty, irre- spective of consequences to political jobbers or party hangers on.

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SMALL-POX.

SEVEN ADDITIONAL CASES AT ALBERTON.

We regret to learn that seven additional cases of small-pox are under treatment at the Hospital at Alberton. Dr. Brine tele- graphed to the Government this morning the names as follows: Mrs. McLellan and two sons, Joseph Leonard, James McDon- ald, Moses Stapleton and Mary McDonald. The two women are reported ‘‘ very bad” — the others doing well. All the old cases are

convalescing. Goldwin Smith on Universal uffrage.

The only basis for government known to usin the New World is the national will,

and the more nearly universal the suffrage clear. ringing voice began his speech.

is made, the more complete is the expres-

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PARLIAMENTARY CORRESPONDENCE OF “THE EXAMINER ”

Orrawa, Feb. 18, 1879. THE DRAWING ROOM

given by the Governor General and the Princess Louise, on Friday and Saturday nights, was considered the grandest of the kind which the Capital has witnessed. [he Princess Louise arrived at precisely half-past eight, p. m., but long before the presentation took place the Senate Cham- ber was filled with ladies, representing the beauty and fashion of many cities of this Dominion. The gentlemen who presented themselves at the reception were composed of every variety and stamp of society to be found at the Capital—members of the House of Commons, gentlemen of the Sen- ate, Judges of the Court, officers of the volunteer force, members of the Civil Ser- vice, representatives of the press, and last, but not least,—in their own estimation,— swells and pedlars. In fact, every creature that could beg, borrow or ‘‘crib” a dress- coat and affect the LORD DUNDREARY LISP

seized the opportunity to have his name announced in the presence of Reyalty. Doubtless, this latter class will always look upon this little chapter of their history with pride, and ina garrulyus old age re- late with pleasure to their grand-childreu the account of the brilliant assemblage of which they formed part on the night of the 15th of Febcuary, in the year 1879.

Her Royal Highness and His Excellency entered the Parliament Buildings by the vestibule in the rear of the buildings. As His Excellency ascended the steps his head was uncovered. This was a graceful act ; and considering the extreme coldness of the night a somewhat dangerous exposure.

THE PRINCESS

did not remove the cloud or arctic which she wore, and noneI believe were cruel enough to wish such an act with the thermometer 15° below zero, how curious svever they may have been to see her face. ‘NOT A CHEER,” said an old lady who stood in the crowd as the Princess and Marquis ascended the steps, ‘‘Notacheer. Who ever saw the like.” I suggested tothe lady she might do a little cheering on her own account and no one would take it amiss. All thonght the Marquis weuld survive the oversight. **The Queen’s daughter and son-in-law not cheered,” said the old lady again. A by- stander hinted to the lady that she ‘‘imight drop a line to Her Majesty, informing her of the oversight,” while another considered that Her Majesty had endured sufficient grief of late and this might add too much to her cup of sorrow, and so dissuaded the old lady from making the matter a cause for writing to the Queen. And now I have come to some

POLITICAL NEWS,—

something which will be more likely to satisfy your politieal readers. I have been digging for political news for some time, but only suceseded in coming to ‘‘ hard pan” to-day, and that because the House has held its first session in which business has been done. The Speaker took the Chair at three o’cluck, and after routine

MR. BRECKEN

rose and took a position behind Sir John McDonald, and then moved the Address in reply to the Speech from the Throne. He did not show any nervousness, but in a

blue book upon the table.

Doubtless, those from the Island felt a little |

The Hon. Alex-

ander would have made the delay of these reports a subject of unfavorable comment. Doubtless his breath was taken from him by the promptness of the Ministry 1 8 matter. He endeavored, however, to make a move in the direction of demanding some thing from the Government, and showed how far he was compelled togo out of his way when he asked that the tenders for 4 pot

tion of the Pacific Railroad be brough! Jown. How any man with such great pre- tensions for business should ask to have laid before Parliament tenders before the con

tract was awarded is somewhat mysterious Dr. Tupper pointed out the fact that such a demand could not be legally complied with, but when the contract was awarde

then the House would be called upon to ap- prove it.

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Ottawa Notes.

[From the Toronto Mail and St. John Sun. | SENATOR HOWLAN.

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not in his possession abundant evidence to

prove that never before in the history o

Canada were governin a open and audacious in their ais he - Gross as was this interfer- West, it is understood that it marked in the Eastern

partizanship ence in the was even more

from place to pla the railway and i

post oflices left nothing return of government candidates. ted that before the session closes in- aid before Parliament

expec formation will be |

Provinces, where the Intex

was utilized by the Grits to carry. ace, and where officials on

n the custom houses and

ent ofticials so bold, display of

‘colonial Railway arry voters

undone to serve the It is

ic trains (so

respecting the cost of the pic-nic t called) over the Intercolonial Railway 1 1877, when Mr. McKenzie held political meetings at Truro, Halifax, Kentville and other places. The facts, which can be hrought forward from the Maritime Prov- inces at once in reference to official abuse of position and misuse of public works for electioneering purposes will startle the country when full ravelations are made.

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The Hon. Mr. Howlan remains very ill. The Two Programmes.

He is occupying private apartments at the eneral Catholic hospital. BANK SHARES AND BANK INSPECTORS.

It is understood that during the present session a movement will be made by the banks to enable them to buy in their own shares in the stock market. As this will be an entire reversal of the policy of the country, it is understood that if the move- ment be likely to succeed there will be coupled with it a demand on the part of members of Parliament for legislation for the appointment of a Bank Inspector. The latter proposition seems the more needful in view of the disabled condition of some of the banks in the Province of Quebec.

THE BOARD OF TRADE REPORT.

The Board of Trade report was among the books laid on the table of the House on the first day of the session. So rapid a piece of work deserves notice. It is only two weeks or so since the Board closed its labors at Ottawa, and now we have here a bulky pamphlet of 188 pages, edited and indexed with great care and laid on the tables of members. Immense credit is due to Mr. W. J. Patterson, the indefatigable secretary, for so prompt and rapid a piece of work. The volume contains in full the speeches which were published in the papers in condensed form during the sittings of the Board.

ILLNESS OF THE MINISTER OF MILITIA.

There was a very exciting scene in the House on the 21st, owing to an attack of illness sustained by Hon. Mr. Masson, Minister of Militia. Mr. McKenzie had just finished speaking on the motion for concurrence in the address of condolence to Her Majesty on the death of the Princess Alice, when Myr. Masson rose to speak in French. He had only uttered a few sen- tences when he suddenly placed his hand’ to his head, and a moment afterwards fell to the floor. All was bustle and excitement in an instant; many who remembered the re- cent ill-health of the hon. gentleman fear- ing that the attack would be fatal. Hon. Dr. Tupper, who was cluse at hand, imme- diately rendered aid to his colleague, who, in a short time, recovered suflicientiy to be removed to the Speaker’s room. Great re- lief was felt all over the House when it was announced the illness was not serious.

RAILWAY ECONOMY.

The Government are carrying out the promised economy so far as the Pacific Railway service is concerned, by abolishing the officer of the following: John Robson,

sion of the national will and the broader is/anxiuus as he rose, but whatever feeling, Purveyor for British Columbia; Thomas the foundation on which government rests. {there was of that kind was soon dissipated Dixon, Purveyor for Manitoba, and A. Be-

The suffrage on this account ought to be as /as he proceeded.

He alluded, in eloquent

thune, Puarveyor for Prince Arthur’s Land-

nearly universal as public safety will per- |language, to the arrival of the Marquis of| ing, these offices being found wholly un- mit. Public safety and the public good are| Lorne and Princess Louise in this oma - ‘d :

the measures ; they are the measures of

minion, and the feelings of loyalty and

right as well as expediency. Every man |gratitude felt by the people towards the has a right to institutions which shall se-| Queen, who sent amongst such distinguished

eure the public good, including his own,

and in civilized suciety a man has no other | households. right, whatever he might have in the bush. |speech I have sent you.

Suffrage must be a failure if given to those who cannot read, because they cannot pos- sibly inform themselves on the questions about which they are to vote.

A man who cannot read, instead of hav- ing a right to the suffrage, has a sacred right to be exempted from it. He has as good a right to be exempted from it as a blind man has to _ be excused from a public service requiring eyes. An education test or a security for educa- tion of some kind is an indispensable part of public institutions. Again, disaster is sure to result from universal suffrage, even with an education test, if a distinction is not drawn between the case of national and that of municipal government. A muni- cipal government has to deal mainly with the collection and expenditure of local taxes, and as these are in proportion to property, so in some measure ought the suffrage to be. A municipality seems more akin to a joint stock company than toa nation. The poor have not gained, though the rich have lost, by municipal waste and corruption.

Only three fires have been recorded since the commencement of the Christian era, in each of which the value of the property de- stroyed amounted to one hundred millions ef dollars. Those three are, the Chicago |

fire of October 9, 1871, $200,000,000: the 78° to his feet and began to speak, he

Paris fire of May 1, 1371, $140,000.000 and the Boston fire of November 9, 1872, $100,000,000—all of these within the last eight years, aud two of them in this coun- try of steam fire engines, fire extinguishers, and all the modern improvements. The loss by the great London fire of 1866 was only $35,000,000; by the New York fire December 11, 1835, $20,000,009; by the Portland fire of July 4, 1866, $10,000,000; by the burning of Pike's Opera House, Cin-

nnati, in March, 1866, loss estimated at $1,750,000.

Rer. Henry Ward Beecher, in his new lecture, on Tuesday night, in Boston, on ** New Men in a New Nation,” vigorously assailed Congress for its passage of the Anti-Chinose Bill.

,the Treaty and sneeringly of Prince Edward

*| manner upon the Leader of the Opposition.

Royal and Noble

report of the Mr. Brecken was frequently applauded by _ thel members of the House during his speech, which ended with a splendid peroration re- ferring to the probable future of this Do- minion. Mr. Tasse, the member for Ot- sawa, seconded the Address. He spoke in French, and was freyuently applauded by those who understood the language. Hon. Mr. McKenzie then rose and referred, in complimentary terms, to both the mover and seconder of the Address. But, while he complimented Mr. Brecken, he showed a disposition to have a fling at him, and doubtless would have done so if it would not be too flagrant a violation of the courtesy generally shown to men who move and second the Address. As it was, the Leader of the Opposition misquoted the meimber for Queen’s to make a point against the Government. And when Mr. Brecken, in graceful and becoming language, con- gratulated Sir John McDonald upon the arrangement of the Washington Treaty— which had resulted in securing to the Do- minion of Canada justice in the fishery qnestion—Mr.»McKenzie seized upon his remarks as a text to speak disparagingly of

representatives of A full

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Island. But when SIR JOHN MACDONALD

turned the tables in the most complete

Sir John was peculiarly happy in his ‘speech, and several times set the House in roars of laughter. The member for ueen’s received an acknowledgement from his leader of the satisfactery and creditable way in which he had dealt with the various paragraphs in the Governor’s Speech.

At this early stage in the proceedings of the House, it was somewhat surprising to the Opposition, and very gratifying to the supporters of the Administration, to see members of it lay upon the table the

REPORTS

of their several departments. Hon. Mr. | McKenzie’s face wore a look of chagrin, |

and Richard John Cartwright smiled a de- 9 the Honse.

necessary. The result of this will be acon- siderable saving to the country. The changes in the Intercolonial Railway man- agement will make a large saving per year. It is understood that many offices have been abolished, and the salaries of the remaining officials reduced. We learn from the Mari- time Province members that the selection of officials made by the Government gives sat- isfaction both in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. MR. BRECKEN AND THE REPORTERS.

Mr. Brecken (P. E. I.) moved for a Select Committee to supervise the official reports of the debates of the House during the present session. He explained that the Government had come to the conclusion that it would be advisable to have the de- bates officially reported and hence had con- tracted to have the work done. Tenders had been asked for and the contract had been awarded. It was considered thata Select Committee should be appointed to supervise the debates,and hence his motion. He explained that the cost of reporting last year had been $18,000, the cost during the session being $15,000. This year the con- tract had been let, so that the cost would only be about $11,000, which would bea considerable of a saving.

THE BUDGET.

There has been much speculation, and latterly some impatience in regard to the anrouncement of the proposed changes in the tariff. The ‘‘Gazette” of the 24th says: **In consequence of Mr. Tilley having given formal notice on Monday, that on Friday he would move the House into Committee vf Supply on ways and means, the con- clusion has been jumped at that he would then introduce the budget, and announce the proposed changes in the tariff; and for three days past importers have been busily engaged passing entries at the Custom House, and withdrawing goods from ware- house. This was, however, unnecessary, asthe Finance Minister will not announce the tariff for 14 days yet, which will be about the usual time for delivering it.”

ABUSE CF GOVERNMENT PATRONAGE. _The remarks of Messrs. Rykert, Dom- ville and Rochester on the interference of government officials in the late election wet with the hearty approval of the majority There is searcely a Liberal-

risive smile, when each Minister placed his | Conservative member of the House who has

From the Toronto Mail.

On the 27th March, 1874, Parliament met with Mr. McKenzie as leader of the Gov- ernment. He and his friends had been maturing a reform policy for seven years, and had promised the country to legislate ‘for it *‘ in the true spirit and genius of Re- form.” Lately Parliament was formally opened under the leadership of Sir John Macdonald, a Tory, who has had four months in which to prepare a policy. Now here are the measures submitted or referred to in the speech of 1875 and the speech de-

livered recently :—

Reform—1874. 1. The Ballot.

2. Establishment of Supreme Court.

3. Amendment to Election Act.

4. Amendment to Militia Act.

6. Amendment to Insolvency Act.

6. House asked to consider means for best securing trans- continental communi- cation.

7. Announcement that canal and harbor improvements were being vigorously pros- ecuted.

8. Announcement that report of Chief Engineer on proposed Bay of Fundy Canal would be laid before House.

9. Announcement that Chief Engineer’s Report on Intercolon- ial would be submit- ted, and that charge of work would be transferred from Rail- way Commissioners to Public Works Depart- ment.

10. Announcement that Government were negotiating a Reci- procity Treaty with United States.

11. Announcement of a deticit.

12. Reference to Immigration. Hope expressed that in spite of hard times Cauala would receive a fair share of European im migration.

These are fair and

Tory—1879.

1. Tariff Re-adjust- ment in order to check Deficits and encourage National Industries.

2. Announcement that Government is negotiating with France and Spain, relative to trade mat- ters.

3. Announcement that Vishery Award has been adjusted.

4, Reference to Cat- tle Plague, aud an- nouncement that Gov- ernment imtend_ to amend lawson subject.

5. Announcement that Government will push forward Pacific Railway and satisfy reasonable wishes of British Columbia.

6. Announcement that direct communi- cation between Lake Superior and North- West will be secured as soon as possible, missing link being now under contract.

7. Government will amend Weights and Measures Act.

8. Government will submit measure for taking decennial cen- sus.

9. Government will submit measure for establishment of a Bureau of Statistics,

10. Government will submit measure for re organization of De- partments.

11. Government will submit measures rela- tive to Public Land Surveys, to laws af- fecting Indians, and certain Admiralty and Ordnance Lands in Maritime Provinces.

12. Announcement of another deficit, and of policy of Govern- ment to enforce strict- est economy.

13. Announcement that House will be asked to consider fea- sibility of establishing system of Life Assur- ance under Govern- ment direction and guarantee.

candid abstracts of

the two speeches, and what we want to

know from our Reform friends is this : Which, on the face of these records, is the more enterprising, liberal and enlightened statesman? In short, which is the better Reformer ?

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Special Notices.

Tue regular monthly communication of Vic- toria Lodge, No. 2, this’ Wednesday evening, at 8 o’clock, sharp.

SmokFp SaALmon at Beer & Goff's.

Where can you get the best boots and shoes for the least money? At Gass’.

ReGvLar Convocation of Port la Joie En- campment will be held at Oddfellows’ Hall, this (Wednesday) evening at 8 o’clock. Con- _ferring the G. R. Degree.

|. Try our Climax Ice Creeper—the best ever jinvented. Satisfaction guaranteed, or money refunded.—W. R. BorEuam, South Side Queen ee taw

Scorcu Jam in bulk, 25 cents per Ib., differ-

cn‘ kinds, choice. Goldea Sy: a s 10 cents per

pint, 18 cents per bottle, at Bep. & Goft’s.

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TROTTING RAGES,

ACES to take place on the West River ice, R on SATURDAY, the Ist February, for TWO BOX SLEIGHS ; Ist Race open to all Entrance $5.60.

29nd Race, for farmers’ horses, barring Fred MecLean’s mare ‘Fairy.’ Entrance, $5.00, Race, mile heats, three in five. “RANK POLLARD, North River, Feb. 26, 1879—3in

THE GONGERT

OF THE SEASON!

WILL BE GIVEN

IN THE ¥. M,C. A. HALL,

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 publie 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, &C.

AMES M. BUTCHER is now pre to 23 give close personal attention to all funerals that may he entrusted to him.

COFFINS, CASKETS, &C.,

of various sizes, styles and quality, always ou hand, ready-made.

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

Union Bank of PB. Island,

rE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

of the Stockholders of this Bank will be held at their Banking House, Charlottetown, on Wednesday, 5th proximo, at 12 o'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, Cashier. Ch’town, Feb. 20th, 1879—

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NOTICE.

OTICE is hereby given that prosecution

will be immediately commenced i all persons who are known to be in the pos- session of DOGS and who have not registered them and paid their Dog Tax for the current year, in conformity to the provisions of a by- law of this city, passed 4th December, A, D,

1878. A. F. TOMLINS,

Feb. 11.

MAIL NOTICE.

N AILS to be forwarded via Cape Traverse will be closed at this Office daily—Sun- days excepted—at 8 o'clock p. m.

The mail for Great Britain, by Canadian Packet sailing from Halifax on Saturdays, will be closed here on 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, also 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,

20th Feb., 1879.

BANK OF P. E. ISLAND.

‘ &e Annual Mecting of the Share. holders of this Bank will be held at their Banking House, in Charlottetown, on Tnege day, the 4th day of March next, at 12 o'clock, noon, for the purpose of electing Directors for the ensuing year, and the trans- action of such other business as may be laid before them. Proxies for voting must be left with the

Post Office, Charlottetown,

Cashier at least on day previous to the meet-

ing. : J. R. BRECKEN, Cashier, Ch’town, Feb. 19, 1879—a rg p till meeting

FLOUR, Cornmeal & Tea, CHEAP FOR CASH,

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LONDON HOUSE.

Charlottetown, Feb. 18, 1879.

NORTHERN LICHT.

) * the present state of the Straits, no parti- L cular days of crossing can be given. The Northern Light will cross whenever there is a fair chance of success. Intending passengers had better be at Georgetown. in order to avail themselves of the first opportunity. WILLIAM MITCHELL,

Agent of Deparim | Feb. 17, 1879 tf «0 —_

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Clerk of the City Court. .