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THE DAILY EXAMINER.

MARCH 8, 1887.

Waterworks,

We have had another lesson. A seat of

industrv has hy en awe pt from our erty.

Che owners have been compelled to meet

heavy loss. A large number of workmen have been thrown out of employment. Several adjoining buildings have been destroved. A large portion ot the town was menaced, was for a time in imminent danger of én nihilation, ynd would undoubtedly have fallen before the fire fiend but for the heroic exertions of our firemen, [1

the factory would

had

is quite possible that

have been burned even if waterworks

been provided, though with a hydrant close by anda stream from it promptly »pplied, the shell of the building at least would probably have been saved. But

should have lower

the factory

with waterworks we

insurance, ana

rates of

and adjoining buildings would almost

, . . } certainly have been better insured. So that

; ; oe, the loss to the citizens concerned would

not have been so great, even though the tire were quite as destructive.

To bring the whole subject of water- works once before our citizens every one | f whom is interested THE

Examiner has determined to publish in

full the ex ellent lecture recently deliv ered by William Heard, Esq.

if appears & day Let it be carefully

The first part of

re al Mr. Perry's Position

in Prince.

THe St. John 8 an article on Mr. pects is inact irate the } held

elected a

tt CODLALINS mune res- The facts are, that at Local House,

was

Perry's position, which im s

. | > rs 4 venera: eiect on for the

here in June last, Mr. Perry

member to represent the First

Prince C

House of

District of mnty. Since that

Assembly has not

election the

met. By the Dominion law, no member of to be elected to

and should one be

a Local House is eligible the House of 7

the

mMmMMmMons,

‘

elected Returning Officer is not to

return him. By the laws of this Island no

member can resign his seat in the Locaj

House during the interval between a gen-

eral election and the first meeting of the

H Use fhis 1S the opinion ot Mr. D ivies, and it is in accord with a decision given by the Ontario Courts, the law there being the same as here. In fact, it is not disputed

that Mr. Perry could not resign ; and if the matter rested here, even he would not have the hardihvoed to take his seat, knowing full that the party Ottawa would not repeat the action of 1874 and

well in power at pass an act legislating him into his seat. There are, however, three ways by which

a member's seat will, by operation of law,

become vacant: (1) by death, (2) by acceptance of office, (3) by entering into a contract with the Government. Mr.

Perry claims that since his election to the Local House he became interested in a

vacant, this

seat is

truth of contention, and find the facts to be: that on the 4th of August, 1886, the Lieutenant-

Governor of this Island, by 2 commission,

contract, and therefore his

We have inquired into the

appointed one Edward Crossman a ferryman for Grand River Ferry, Lot 14; that previous to his no-

mination Mr. Perry purchased an interest in this appointment. Mr. Perry now claims that by that purchase he became a contrac- tor with the Government, and that his sea by operation of law became vacant. The Government, however, have refused to ac- knowledye Mr. Perry as ferryman ; and, as the appointment to Crossmian was a person- al one, no action of his could substitute an- other person as ferryman, aor could any action of Crossman create contract be- tween Perry and the Government.

The matter rests in this way, and will be settled either by the House of Commons or Notwithstanding the Patriot's assertion, the are not afraid of the Courts. They are satistied as to what the decis:on must be if brought be- If this case be not decided according to law in this Pro- vince, it can be the Court at Ottawa; and there will

the Courts. Libera]-Conservatives

fore any impartial tribunal.

taken to Supreme

be the less hesitation in adopting this course as, under the LOGth of the Act, should the appeal be successful, ali costs and damages can be recovered against Mr. Strong, the Prince County Returning Offi- cer, who, against the advice of his own law- yer, returned Mr. Perry.

There are, at least, two good and sufli- cient reasons for *‘ taking the law”’ in this ease: (1) men, like Mr. Perry, who are bound by no principle, ought to be taught that they cannet take upon themselves a sacred trust, and throw it off at their plea- sure or at the pleasure of their party, nde- pendently of the law; and (2) the electors should be taught that they cannot with success elect disqualified candidates. Elec- tors have had several lessons already ; but, it appears, another is needed.

We are bound to submit to the will ofthe majority ; and we are «

section Election

titled to perfeet and absolute assurance that the will of the majority shall always be constitutionally expressed by constitutianal means and through men who are legally q ialitied for that purpose, y >_> + --+ ——— + \ number of Oppositionists met in this city to-day and selected Mr. Donald Allan M:Donali as a candidate to contest th hirl District with the Hon. Donald Fe: yason. Weawa't with interest a statement f the reasons of the Oppositionists fou

opposing Mir, Puegusm ot this particular | ; ead

juattucty,

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n that one point en- |}

WATERW ORE:

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A Review of the Subject.

INTERESTING FACTS AND FIGURES,

Most Important Civic tion of the Day.

Ques-

HEARD’S LECTURE,

MR.

Ir is a matter of congratulation, after so many years of continued effort on the part of those friendly toa water supply, that Charlottetown has at length decided the question in the affirmative. This point has been reached through along and deter- mined opposition on the j rt of many, whose stock in trade of argument consisted chiefly in the fear of the increase of taxes. They had no objection to an increase of premium by fire insurance companies, nor to a tax of one cent a bucket for water, but the great- est repugnance to allow such an increase to be collected by the tax gatherer. In this long contest, many a good citizen paid the penalty tor an opinion favorable to water- works, by a rejection at the polls. We have now reached the point where opposition no longer reigns supreme, and where the citizens fully appreciate the importance and necessity of a full supply of good water. I'o succeed, we must be as one man, intent chiefly on obtaining and pursuing the best plan for the accomplishment of our object. A mistake in the start, if not fatal, yet may lead to a lavish means, which would be adrag on the resources of the works for generations to come. Perhaps

ie erprise on which the city could embark, which requires more skill and experience, more devotion to the publie good, than the enterprise which we are met to consider to-night. Before enter- ing upon the subject proper, it may not be amiss to

waste of

there 18 no otner enterprise

GLANCE OVER THE PASI TWENTY YEARS,

and try to bring back some lessons which have been taught us, but which many may have forgotten. In 1866 we had just secured an additional fire engine the fremont. <A large tank on Queen Square had also been provided. It was thought by many that now there was to dread an alarm of fire—that

were equal to any emergency. Those who were present on the memorable day in 1866, when the fire broke out on the Bag- aall property, at the corner of Pownal and Water Streets, will not forget how nobly our firemen responded to the call of duty, and how eagerly the citizens stroye to com- bat the fames. On several occasions it was supposed that the worst was past, that the fire was conquered. But it proved to be only a hope, for soon a fresh outburst, call- ing for renewed effort, convinced the on- lookers that it was going to be more serious than was at first supposed. As house after house was licked up by the flames along Water Street and Dorchester Street, it goon became apparent that the whole block The chief line of defence then was (Queen Street. The greatest efforts were now exerted to prevent the flames from crossing that street. Fora long time the wisdom of those who planned our city, in viving us some vide sireets as fire- breaks, came readily to mind. But at last, when, from the intense hea! of the fire on the west side, flames were kindled on the low old shanties onthe east side of the street, it was at once seen that we were now at the mercy of the flames. It soon became in order not to count the houses but the number of blocks that were burning. The worn-out tiremen could do but little, for want of water. The citizens were dis-

ho reason

our resources

must go.

persing, each to look after his own family and property. Where it was going to end noone could tell. Ali that was needed

to sweep upthe whole city wasa little breeze of wind. Four blocks were des- troyed, and it appeared lixely that in a few hours, not a vestige of Cliarlottetown would be left. And what woul! become of the destitute families thus deprived of home and subsistence /

A KIND PROVIDENCE

on that, as on many a similar occasion, held back the wind. There was a dead calm. The rest of the city was saved. We learn- ed a lesson at that time which has served a good purpose since, viz., that hand en- gines, as well as flesh and blood, have a limit. An effort had been made before this fire to obtain a steam engine. Some of our wealthy citizens refused to subscribe anything toward it. But directly after the fire, these very men were the most anxions of any to subscribe and get the engine as soon as possible, A second steamer has since been procured, with a considerable amount of hose, and some additional tanks have been built. But, however ‘reluctant we have been to receive the lesson.gwe have at last realized that with all our resources we are very far behind the age. Cities, towns and even small villages across our border, are vastly ahead of us in their pro- tection from fire and a good water supply.

THE FIRE OF 1884

had much to do with softening down the opposition to a water supply, when, in a tew hours, a number of buildings on the south side of Queen Square, with their stock of goods, the Post Office and North American Hotel, were laid in ashes. The possibilities were appalling, but the winds were propitious. We have been learning lessons it is true, but at what a cost! The losses of 1866 were estimated at $160,000, and those of 1884 at $250,000 ; an amount sutlicient to provide three or four such cities as ours, with efficient water works and all their equipments,

Another clement which has contributed to bring about this change in public opin- ion, is the OF THE WATER

UHEALTHY CONDITION

in our city wells. In answer to a series of questions which were submitted to all our

nnedical mén in 1876, it was most enphati- |

Ny stated, that for want of proper drain- se most of the wells in our city were poisoned, the water injurioua to health,

of fuvtr in its whist typty,

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| this direction

that even animals did not care to drink it. Some samples of our water have since been subjected to analysis. A sample taken from a well near the old post office, was found to contain decaying animal matters, such as are obtained from drains and cess- pools, one of the most dangerous contami- nations present in any water. Spring Park water contained 5 grains of mineral matter, mostly lime, while the city sample contain- ed over 50 grains of the very worst kind, No wonder that our city wells were desert- ed, and a new source of occupation—water- carriers—originated, If this supply had been only preserved from contamination, it may haverequired alonger time for our citi- zens to change their opinion with regard to a good water supply. But the close prox- imity of human dwellings to the fountain head of this spring, has tended to shake public confidence in its purity. It is now found, that if a little of this water remains over two days ib a bottie or ewer, the smell therefrom becomes offensive.

Another factor in the change of opinion, and one which has been rigorously applied, is the action taken by the :

FIRE INSURANCE COMPANTES

in raising the rates of insurance. From the returns of 1884, we learn that the amount at the risk.of the combined companies in Charlottetown was $3,047,676; the pre- miums on which amounted to $30,167 ; and their losses for that year in the city to $81,056. Supposing we take the increase in the rates at {rd, which isa low estimate, we have a yearly loss to the policy holders of Charlottetown of $10,000 ;a sum more than suflicient to pay the yearly interest on the entire cost of the waterworks, its main- tenance and a sum to a sinking fund, sufk- cient to pay off all the claims in 25 years. It is believed that the amount of risk on property in Charlottetown, carried by the tariff companies, is about one third of the burnable property in the city. If the entire risk be as it should be

then the increased borne by pro- perty holders added to that carried by these offices, would be more than sufficient in four years to pay the entire cost of our waterworks. The above statistics also teach us, that the Insurance Oificés were justified iu raising the rates for their own protection.

; . os —_ taken into account

vial TISkK

THERE CAN BE NO DOUBT

that the present monopoly will be broken, as soon as we place ourselves in a condition to supply the proper means for rutting out fire. When thisis accomplished we may expect a reduction of at least 20 to 25 per cent. off our present premiums which, with the competition of other fire insurance com- panies, would soon bring down insurance rates to their lowest Jevel.

THIS LONG DELAY

in forming a healthy public opinion has been productive-of some indirect benefits. Had the public consent been obtained in 1870. when Mr. Fairbanks’ was employed to find the most suitable means of supplying the city, our position to-day would be very different in the matter of taxes. You will recollect that he spurned the Gates and Curtis streams, and selected Winter River as the only source from whence the supply could be obtained. He reported that there was a possible way of utilizing this river by a Reservoir on the summit of the hill adjoining, but dismissed the thought in the following Jwords. His darling project was a tunnel to convey the water direct from the dam through the hills, to the border of the Royalty line, near the cemetry, and thence to the city, by an open brick aqueduct, or by pipes. The correctness of his-calculation may be judged by the light which has since been brought to bear on this subject. His esti-

mate for the tunnel in contrast with Mr. Murdock’s estimate is amusing. There

was no provision even for contingencies by er - Mr. Murdock on the other 1and remarks: ‘* The great and uncertain cost of this work, combined with the fact that the supply obtained im this way would be at least a lew pressure one, and as such deficient in protection power, does not commend this scheme to my judgment ; nor could I advise its adoption unless as a last resort.” In 1875 Mr. Murdock was employed by the Council ‘‘to make a thorough survey and report in writing, the best and most economical system and pro- bable cost of furnishing Charlottetown with a copious supply of water, sufficient to meet the demand for domestic purposes, and for extinguishing fires.” This was done, and for some cause the report lay dormant for five years. In 1881, the Council obtained this report, and from that time a GREAT NUMBER OF EFFORTS to put it in operation have been made. Owing to the prevailing notion that the works could be better and more cheaply built by a company than by the city, and that if it should prove unremunative, the citizens would not have to bear the loss, the opposition to the work by the city was intensified. | need not refer you to the various schemes which, down to a very re- cent period, have been advocated by such compgnies or their friends. You may,how- ever, form a very correct opinion now of the difference between the results if a com- pany had undertaken the task, as compared with its prosecution by competent men for the city. THERE CAN BE NO QUESTION

that a city corporation such as ours, could borrow money for such a purpose, from 1 to 3 per cent. cheaper than a private company, nor is there any doubt that a company would be unwilling to engage in such a speculation, unless there was a prospect of very good returns. If it would pay them, it would pay the city much

better. Weare not left to inference on this point. Other towns have had the experience of trusting to the tender mercies of such companies, as have so

kindly offered to undertake the work for | us, and they have bitterly regretted their | folly. An engineer of high standing in his } profession —residing in Massachusetts— writing on this subject, a few days ago, said :—‘‘1t is only within a few years that | the company business has been so popular. There are quite a number of | companies all over the country, who make a regular business of getting charters in Some of them are good and | substantial, wile others have no bottom at all. Ome concern hasa large number of petitions before the State Legislature for Acts of Incorporations, whose note I would not take for $25. The town of Spencer, Mass., affords an instance of

THIS KIND OF FOLLY.

Their waterworks were built about five

years ay, by a clmpbmy, at a cbht oF

about $60,000, and within two years atter i |

their completion, were purchased by the}

town for $240,000 11! ‘it is well that we) have escaped this ordeal, better stil), that the city has decided to build and own their own works. During the last winter | had the opportunity of enquiring into the success attending waterworks in different parts of England, One town in the west of England, was compelled to provide waterworks and "to rebuild their sewers

town in

SX AMINGOR.. -. £20 ou TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 1887.

ees NA CEL NR CC OLN neta hen eneancn dace

COKE PLATES.

3,000 BOXES,

“icvtmtopaeacss' BEST BRANDS GURANTEED,

had attained, as the unhealthiest England, although built steep hill, ow hard rock. smallpox were of frequent occurrence, The death-rate had reached above 30 to the 1,000, yet the citizens were unwilling to shoulder the expense, until the Govern- ment compelled them to undertake the work. Water was obtained at a distance of about three miles, and brought into the

on the side of a

Typhoid and

town. The sewerage was also rebuilt. The results were simply marvellous, The death-rate fell to 11 to the 1,000. The

town soon gained notoriety of an opposite kind, as one of the healthiest spots in England. Residents flocked in. Not a house wanted a tenant. Building opera- tions started in all directions, until nearly every available spot was occupied. Business of all kinds flourished, and prosperity soon followed. The income from the water rates has been suflicient to pay the cost of maintenance,the interest on the capital,and enough for a sinking fund, which has nearly paid off the whole amount berrowed. Ina few years the entire income from the water- works (less working expenses) will be available for town purposes or for the re- duction of taxes.

(T'o be Continw dA.)

Above all other earthly ills, I hate the big, old-fashioned pills ; by slow degrees they downward wend, And oiten pause, or upward tend ; With such discomfort are they fraught, Their good effects amount to naught. Now, Dr. Pierce prepares a pill That just exactly fills the bill A pellet, rather, that is all A pleasant purgative, and small ; Just try them as you feel their né ed, You'll find that I speak truth, indeed, faw nit dbedipemsin Mrs. McCar Puy, of Chieago, dropped a pint flask full of powder into the cook-stove to get it out of the way. When it got out of her way, the stove, a part of the house, and Mrs. MeCarthy adjourned to a vacant lot. eo New lungs cannot be made by medicines, or the skill of physicians ; but the old ones can be strengthened and preserved by the use of Adamson’s Botanic Balsam, a sure cure for coughs, colds, asthma and all diseases of the lungs. Price 35 and 75 cents. Trial bottles 10 cents. eod wy

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MARRIED.

At the residence of the bride’s mother, by Rev.

I J. Skinner, on the 3rd insi., Mr. William G.

S:hurman,and Miss Ada B.Schurman,all of Free- town, P. E, Island.

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DIED.

At Lot 48, Feb. 26th, Catherioe, late Wm. Morrisey, aged 80 years,

At Georgetown, on the i7th ult., after a long and painiu! illness, borne with patience and resignation tothe Divine will, Dr. J. C. Me- Keown, aged 84 years. Much and deservedly re- gretted.

widow of the

A Rare Chance for Business ai Tignish,

J WILL rent. for a term!of years, with privilege of purchase, my establishment at Tignish Rail- way Station, consisting of—

Ist, Large, commodious Shop, Office and Ware- room, with Dweliing attached, also Coach-liouse and Stable.

2nd, A Warehouse. 3 storeys. “5x4.

3rd, Large Yard, with Shed for 20 horses.

sth. Large Warehouse alongside Railway track.

The Stock Book shows $1,400 general merchan- dize and shop fixtures, which will be sold on long texms. ‘

Possession can be given immediately, and my clerk will stay with the next occupant if desired.

For terms, &c., apply to

GEORGE W. HOWLAN. Ch’town, March &, 1837—-ex pat jour Imo

W E will Sell by Pablie Auction,

Tha a ,

On TOURSDAY, the 22nd Instant, COMMENCING AT 2 O'CLOCK, P.M, the Valuable Lobster Factory, situated at Park Corner, New London, lately occupied by Andrew {' McLeod, tegether with Cook House, Bail

House, Stable, &c.

ALso—Boats, Traps, Rope, Fishing and Pack- ing Gear, Cooking Utensils, Stoves, &c.

Also, about 230 Empty Boxes and abenut 100 Boxes, Cans, and sundry other articles too num- erous to mention.

Terms made known ai sale.

ANDREW BOWNESS,

Aesignee. BOWNESS & ANDERSON,

Auctioneers, Kensington, March 3, i887—tl sale

SELLING OFF.

GRAND Clearing-out Sale. for one month, at teduced Prices for Cash, of

Clocks, Watches, Jewelry,

Silverware, Spectacles, &c,

As I want to make room fora new stock, and bave on hand a large assortinent of the

LATEST STYLES OF GOODS,

I will sell at prices that will defy competition. Old goods sold regardless of cost. Py,

a. G JURY.

North Side QUEEN SQUARE, opposite New Post Office, March 8, 1887-—-2a w & wky tf

WANTED.

A SITUATION as Book-keeper with a good responsible merchant. Have had four years’

' experience, and can give best of references,

Apply to “li,” care of P, O. Box 3%, city. March 8 138Y~Bi volt pli

TOGETHER WITH ALL OTHER

a at Packers SU AT SPECIAL LOW PRICES,

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PrP wWAaAtL sae HALIFAX, N. 8.

March 8th, 1887—1 mo

LONDON HOUSE,

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House-keeping Goods, New White and Gray Cottoa, - New Printed Cetions, Bleached Sheetings, Unbleached Sheetings, Pillow Cotions, Table Linens, Towels, Toweling, OG

fg HESE goods have just been opened for Spring Sale, and having been bought before the recent advance in Cottons, will be found extra value.

CARPHTS! CARPETS!

Brussels, Tapestries, Hemps, Floor Cloths, Matting, Hearth Rugs, Door Mats, Lace Curtaing,

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Tailoring Department. A lot of Spring Tweeds just opened.

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HARRIS & STEWART,

SUCCESSORS TO

GEO, DAVIES & CoO.

Ch town, March 7, 1887.—wky

30 PER GENT DISCOUNT!

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E will Sell our MAGNIFICENT STOCK at the above discount, for cash, to clear by the Ist of April, This is a Genuine Sale, as we want to commence in our new premises with an entire New Stock

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This Discount is for Cash Only.

na ecnem quan Gi) mmeeeevsee eee

JOHN MAGLEOD & Gd.

Ch’town, Feb. 19, 1887—eod & wky

Soo

James Paton & 60,

os These who have not inspected our Stock of Dry Goods and House Furnishiogs should do so at once.

Remember, the time for buying all kinds of House Furnishings will soon be at hand, and bear in mind we lead in this line.

su*

Our Carpet and Giicloth Show Room is loaded with nice new pate , terns, for Spring Trade, from the cheapest Hemp Carpet to the best Velvet Pile. We have the Largest Stock of Carpets and Oiicloths on the Island.

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Also, a large assortment of Sheetings, Pillow Cottons, Ticking’, Gray and White Cottons and Print Cottons, at Lowest Prices for Cash

20.

JAMES PATON & CO.,,

Successors to W. A. WEEKS & 00., Market Square.

Ch’town, Feb. 17, 1887.—-dy wky

CHAGLOTTETOWA SASH AND O90 FACTORE!

Pecnke’s No 3 Wharf, PALMER & CO, PROPRIN TORS.

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We are now manufacturing and will sell at the Lowest Cash Irices :

ov Mould- Pencnings

Sashes, Doovs, Wiudow and Door Frames, Architraves, Spouting aud (oui: ings, Ballusters, Newel Posts, Stair_RK iis, Twists, &e.

We are prepared to do all kinds of Jobbing, in Planing, Joining, Morticing, Jig and Fret Sawing, Turning, &c.

All kinds of Gothic Wiudows for Churches made at shortest notice. oat

With new and first-class Machisery, on’ the latest appliances, we can iasure th ute satisfaction to all who favor us with view patronage.

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