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Out in the Northwest.

M REV. ALFRED OSBORNE

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Toe the Editon oF the Kvamaner.

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THE DAILY EXAMINER, DECEMBHR 27, 1882.

| These things will be yours in a few years,

| But uncil then you must work, cut and |

| contrive, face difficulties, and brush away |

|care with a merry laugh.

There is a great future before country, and those who endure the present will enjoy that future. I say then, you | that have grit, come! You that want to be

something, come! You that are not afraid |

and

Sir, —Awayin the Northwest my thoughts }of work, come! You cannot crowd, there often go to Charlottetown and to the many | is a great country, and great opportunities, friends left behind. It has occurred to me plenty for you and your children after you. that perhaps, triends, and the people of Next spring a ore at in-rush is expected.

Charlottetown in general, might be inter- /

ested in my first impressions of the country.

arrived in Winnipeg on Friday morning, | Lnspector of Post ffice’s, Winnipeg. Sth inst., and found my way to the! Brandon is a city of not two years growth, ‘Douglas House,” a quiet, respectable/and its postal business is greater than

hotel, moderate in charges—$2 per day. | that of Charlottetown. After breakfast, | started to view the city, | but was soon lost in new scenes, and new! there is a larger country around.

ideas.

new creation. mind that those | met were human

time, that the world had beea going on while [ had remained stationary. Winni-

peg is a large and wealthy city, men, | 7, the Editor of the Examiner.

who a few years ago owned nothing, to-day are rich. public buildings tell their own tale of en- terprise and success. After a while | hunted out the Rector ef Christ Church,

for Regina. From him | wonders of Winnipeg, how this man came with a few dollars and to-day num- bers his wealth by thousands in yearly income ; how that one has prospered, and so on.

Bat I must hasten. On Friday morn- ing last, 15th inst., I was awakened from my berth in the sleeping car by the word ‘‘Regina.” So soon as dressed, I started on a voyage of discovery. It was early morn- ing, and the thermometer standing at probably twenty five degrees below. Before me lay a. confused mass of houses with signs and ‘‘shingles” of enormous dimen- sions; but the place was silent as death with the exception of one human being, an urchin of twelve or fourteen, who came towards me with “‘Paper, Sir! Paper, Sir!” Paper, No! I said, but where is Mr. Pope’s shanty ? & Lafferty on the house, that’s it.” Soon I found a small house with a large sign, and I walked in and straight up stairs to upbraid the inmates for their want of courtesy in not meeting me at the Station, when a protest came from one corner, **Whoever would have thought any man could be fool enough to leave a warm sleeying car to prow! around here at this tine in the morning?’ From the bed clothes slowly emerged a moustache and beard which ornaments (7) the face of Percy Pope.

Regina is a noble city (on paper), of four square miles. At present houses, hotels, stores, workshops are considerably mixed; but in the spring the city will be straight- ened out. Sunt now there is considerable doubt as to which way the business portion of the city will go. Some think towards the South and West, others to the North and West. There are about 1,500 people, 103 wooden buildings, and eighty half-wood and half canvas, with tents. The citizens are from the best men—-men of enterprise and capital. The country around Regina is simply magnificent for farming purposes. At least this is the judgment of practical men. Regina isthe centre of the largest and best farming district of the Northwest, and when the railroad comes in from Prince Albert, it must be a great distribut- ing centre. There is nothing pretty about a prairie, but it has no woods to clear, no stumps to remove. A man can go on and grow crops at once. To be well above water, a man should bring with him, if possible, $1,000. He can build a house, purchase necessaries for the first winter and afford to wait for the second year, when his farm will carry him along.

The soil is a kind of clay, sumewhat heavy, [am told. The climate is simply wonderful—very cold snaps are experi- enced as low as forty degrees below; but the weather, since I arrived, has been charming—fair, bright sky; clear, calm weather. I seldem use an overcoat or put on my gloves. It is true this may not last; my experience has as yet been short. All here say that in July and Angust the weather is very warm and mosquitoes are troublesome; otherwise the climate is per- fection. Lately we have had warm winds from the Pacific, and from the valley of the Mississippi. I consider the climate to be very much better than that of Prince Edward Island, for we do not experience those continus] storms, (so hard to bear,) of the Gulf of St. Lax rence.

There is one draw-back —water is scarce; but wells are being sunk and a good flow obtained. Fuel 1s hard to get; but mines are about to be opened, we hear, on the Saskatchewan. At. any . rate the fuel question will soon be solved, for beds of coal are all about us. Prices are high especially for perishable articles— us potatoes. Groceries are from twenty- five to fifty per cent higher than in Char- lottetown. Dry goods very reasonable. So soon as we are surrounded by farms, pro- visions will be more reasurable, for the soil is very productive.

Ailow me Mr. Editor, to give a little advice to any persons who may think of coming here next spring. Come! there is roow for all the Island, and then we should not know you were here. But-—and please make it a big BUT.—croakers are of no use here. Lazy folks are not wanted. They would be run over and trampled out of existence. This is no place for a ‘‘loifer.” Any young man in Charlottetown who thinks that he can saunter around here with his hands in his pockets and a pipe in his mouth, and make money, will be terribly deceived. He would die of starvation, and the young

fellows here would gladly contribute to his funeral expenses just to get rid of such useless lumber. There is

work here, money to be made, land for all, and a great future; but the Northwest will be just what men will make it. Industri- ous young fellows can get along here; but they must keep theireyes open and keep awake ; go ahead, and never say die. A man must come prepared to do anything from sewing on his shirt buttons to build- ing his house, and must be able to laugh at difficulties.

Now a word for the women ; Don’t come here for easy times. Oharlottetown is

pretty vearly peradise tu What yuu will get

learned the |

“Go along Sir, till you see Pope | g y }

| found myself like a being from} your permission, Mr. Editor, I may send another planet, lost in contemplation of a | you another letter in a week or two.

Soon it flashed across my | as

myself, but that I had lost the count of |

' Houses, stores, hotels, |

|

(late of Moncton), who took me to his | who is the author of the quotation, — house where I remained until my departure | *‘ The first and last word in life’s volume is

oucan, Sir, estimate this country from one fact related to me by Mr. McLeod,

A large immigration is expected here, for With

1 am, yours truly, ALFRED OSBORNE.

Questions to be Answered.

Srr,— Please allow me sufficient space to thank ‘“‘J. ©. D.,” for the cautious and Satisfactory reply which so promptly appeared in your paper, and to ask: (First,)

doubt.” Second ,— “A Judas’ kiss is the first step to treachery.” And third, why was Shelley called,— **The heart of hearts.” will ‘J. C. D.,” please answer.

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Teachers’ Institute.

According to announcenient the meeting of the Teachers’ Institute was held in West Kent Street School, on Friday, 22nd inst The President, Mr. J. D. Seaman, occupied the chair. After the reading of the minutes, Miss Eliza Lawson read an ex- tract of the poem, ‘‘The Brothers” by Jean Ingelow.

The subject for discussion, ‘‘The text books of Grammar,” was epened by Mr. L. Miller reading a shert but excellent paper on the merits and demerits of the books which have been in use and are now in use in the schools.

There was an animated discussion over Lennie’s and Cvrrie’s Grammars, in which Mr. Duncan took the leading part. As he never does things by halves, he came sup- plied with the two books. He compared the definitions of a few of the parts of speech, and shored where Currie has fallen into a few gross inconsistencies. Dr. Leeming was the next speaker. As Currie’s Grammar was not in use when he was a teacher, he had nothing to say about it. He spoke for some time of the good qualities of Grammars by other authors. Miss Maria Lawson followed. She thinks Grammar should be taught orally until the child reaches the High School, then give him the text book. Mr. Mellish was next called upon. He said that it would take up too much time to-night if he made any remarks, so he reserved them for a future occasion.

The President then announced that the subjunctive mood would be taken up for discussion at some future date, of which due notice would be given in the papers. The next meeting is to be held on January 5th, 1883.

M. F. Cox, Secretary.

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[Specta, Despatrcues To THe EXAMINER. }

TELEGRAPHIC N

T e Crofters.

Guiasgow, Dee, 27. Lord McDonald has compromised mat- ters with the Crofters on the Isle of Skye. He has allowed them to pasture their herds on the hills free of rent.

French Socialists.

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Paris, Dec. 27, An anarchist plot lias been discovered to effect the escape of Prince Krapotkine, who was arrested on the 16th inst., for being implicated in Socialistice plots.

Westgate Discharged.

Dustin, Dec. 27.

Westgate, the self-accused murderer of Lord Frederick Cavendish and Mr. Burke, arrived here on the 11th, aud was arraigu- ed for examination the following day ‘in the pclice court. During his examination, he flatly denied ever making a confession im- plicating himself in the Phenix Park murders, or that he knows anything about tiem. Yesterday the exami: @ ion was con- cluded. The authorities being satisfied that they are unable to find any evidence, of complicity, against him; that the story tulad by him was false, ordered his discharge from custody,

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Weather Builetin.

Probabilities for the next 24 hours for the Uaritime Provinces.

Toronto, Dec. 27—10 a. m. Moderate winds; fair to cloudy weather, with light snow in some localities; no decided change in temperature.

THE worst case of weakness, exhaustion, impotency, and all diseases and weakness of the generative organs can be cured by Mact’s Magnetic Medicine. Sold in Charlottetown by Apothecaries Hall Co. See advertisement in anotker column. {[del4 2wks eod wkly,

MARRIED,

At the Methodist Parsonage, Pownal, by Rev. W. Wesley Colpitts, November 1%&h, Mr. George F. Mellish, of Union Road, Lot 51, to Miss Aleina McDonald, of Belfast.

At Souris, on the 19th inst., by the Rev. J. G. Cameron, Charles Robertson, of Grand River, to Catherine McLeod, of Dundas.

Also at Souris, athe 19th inst., by the

Rev. '. G. Cameron, Joseph W. Mewte, Mangaret Jawe Bourke, vf Sours

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RISTMAS, 1882

PERKINS & STERNS

Are offering great inducements to cash buy

season.

ersduring the Holiday

A splendid variety of Winter.Jackets are offered at an immense

discount,

Fur Goods, Knitted Wool Goods, Skirts, ceedingly low.

A lot of Fancy Goods, suitable for Christm

becleared out, are arranged on tables, your 75 cents and upwards.

ete., will be sold ex-

as presents,which must

choice for 20, 30 and

If you wish to make a Christmas preseut of Blankets, Comforts, Tavle Napkins, Table Covers, Kit Mittens, Gloves, Handkerchiefs,

Scarfs, Dress Goods, Shirts, Drawers, Card can supply you with these goods very low,

igan. Jackets, etc., we Give us a eall,

PERKINS & STERNS.

Charlottetown, Dec. 11, 1882.

A MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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EFORE you boy your Christmas and New Year's Presents, see our varied and carefully selected

HOLIDAY GOODS!

—COMPRISING —

PLUSH ODOR CASES, in Fashionable Colors; Satin.-Lined DRESSING CASES, Stained-Glass SMELLING BOTTLES, with Gold, Silver and Plated Tops; also in Tortoise She'l Cases; Small Cases and Boxes (containing three) of the latest fashionable ENGLISH and FRENCH PERFUMES AND SOAPS; PUFF BOXES; TOILET BOTTLES, in great variety of color and design; FLACONS of COLOGNE, LAVENVER and other TOILET WATERS; Handsome Painted, Inlaid and Florence BRUSHES; HAND MIRRORS; Fine Sponges; Sponge Bags, etc., etc. GENTLEMENS LEATHER DRESSING CASES, CASES OF BRUSHES, SHAVING OUTFITS, CIGAR CASES, FLY BOOKS, CARD BOXES, SOAP CASES, LEATHER CASES for Brushes and Comb, and other requisites for travelling. PIPES, Boxes and Bundles of CIGARS and CIGAR- ETTES.

Besides a large Steck of ordinary Druggist’s and Toilet Requisites,

Fancy Goods

AT W. R. WATSON’S CITY DRUG STORE,

83 Queen Street, Charlottetown, P. FE. Island.

Nov. 29, '82.—m w stf

| Ghristmas and New Year's

PRESENTS |!

GC and Silver Waltham and Geneva

Watches, very cheap.

OLD and Gold Plated, Silver and Nickle Silver Lockets and Chains,

Chains, Bracelets, Spectacles and Eye- glasses.

Jc EAR-RINGS, Brooches, Lockets and

NRIVALLED in Clocks, eight-day and thirty-hour, in Nickle and Walnut Cases.

INGS, a large assortment, in Engraved, Sett, and Plain, at reduced prices.

and Silver Brooches and Ear-rings.

G. G. JURY, North Side Queen Square,

OPPOSITE POST OFFICE, Ch’town, Nov. 28, ’82.—1m 2aw tu th wly lm

Yissa'si and Bright Gold and Gold Plated,

WHOLESALE SUPPLIES BEER & GOFF’S.

E have much pleasure in calling the attention of the TRADE to our LARGE STOCK, purchased for Fall and Winter Trade. In part, as follows:

1000 Bbls. FLOUR (Choice oon 200 Half-Chests TEA (Excellent Quality), 125 Bbls. REFINED SUGAR, 350 Boxes and Half-Boxes CHOICE RAISINS, 400 Bbls. APPLES, 400 Boxes FIGS, 50 Boxes CHEESE, 30 Puns. MOLASSES, 40 Kegs and Half-Kegs GRAPES, 20 Cases ORANGES,

25 Bbls. ONIONS, Large Assortment Confectionery, Nuts, Spices, Coffee, etc., ete.

For Sale at Usual Low Cash Prices.

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SPLENDID VALUE IN THA |

Ch’town, Dec. 1, 1882. 2aw

BEER & GOFF.

Lately Received ex “* Erema” and “Alpheta” from London.

WARRANTED EXCELLENT QUALITY.

For Sele in Half-Chests and 5, 10, and 15 lb Tin Caddies (with screw tops).

VERY GHHAYP.

Beer & Goff.

Ch’town, Dee. 6, 1882. 2aw

~ WINTER WEAR.

D. A. BRUCE, MERCHANT TAILOR,

HAS JUST OPENED

100 FUR CAPS,

FROM THE FINEST TO TUE CHEAPEST QUALITIES, AND LX THE LATEST STYLES.

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FUR COATS, IN COON AND ASTRACHAN,

Call and

sag These Goods must be sold, and are offered at thé lowest prices. see for yourselves.

Ubeslottetown Dev. 2ist, 1982—2m sat tu th why

200 CLOTH CAPS,

HOLIDAY GOODS.

~ Aome-Club- Skates,

‘At our Reduced Prices, are within the reach of nearly all.

| JONATHAN CROOKE’S POCKET CUTLERY | ’ ‘So justly celebrated, are but a little higher cost than the o:dinary Sheffield Goods,

Our assortment in this line is

very large.

JOSEPH RODGERS & SONS’

TABLE CUTLERY,

Is decidediy the best made, We have a variety of patterns.

QUR WHOLE STOCK OF CENERAL’

HARDWARE AND TOOLS,

At the discounts we give from former prices, ensures good value for the buyer.

10 to 25 per cent, taken of,

or prices marked down to correpond,

A, A. BALDWIN & CO.

Ch’town, Dec. 19, 1882.—6i

McLEOD &MORSON, Barristers & Attorneys-at-Law,

SOLICITORS, NOTARIES PUBLIC, ETC,

OFFICES :

Reform Club Committee Rooms, Opposite Post Office, Charlottetown, P. E. Island,

Merchants’ Bank of Halifax Building, Sum- merside, P. E. Island.

MONEY TO LOAN, on good security, at moderate interest.

Nem MeLzop. Nov. 24, "82.—pres her

Christmas Requisites

PICES, Candied Peels, Raisins, Currante,

Flavcring and Coloring Extracts. Sauces, C»pers ; Pickled Canliflowers, Walnuts, Girke ins, Onions ; Calves’ Foot, Lemon, Orange, Guava, Black anc Red Currant Jellies ; Mar- malade, Pears in Syrup, English Confection. ery, Ess. Coffee, Sago, Arrowroot, Tapioca, Com Starch, Gelatine, Baking Powders, Cocoa. Broma, Chocolate, Macaroni, Vermi- celli, etc., etc., at

W. A. O. Morsox.

W. BR. WATSON’S, Queen Street, Vea, 12, #2—

WE. DAWSON & Ob.

‘NVITE Special attention to their very large Stock of

FINE PLATED WARK,

—UF THE—

Best English and American Manufacture,

— COMPRISING—

Tea Sets, Communion Sets, Ice Pitchers, Cruet Stands, Breakfast Sets, Pickle Stands, Cheese Boxes, Dessert Stands, Biscuit Boxes, “ake Baskets, Butter Coolers, Syrup Jugs, Toast Racks, Silver Waiters, Celery Stands, Salad Bowls, Sets Individual Saltz (in cases), Fruit and Fish Knives and Forks, Enamelled Tea and Coffee Pots, etc.

Card Receivers, Card Cases, Jewel Uasketa, Bouquet Holders and Vares.

Table and Pocket Cutlery

BY + Best Shefiicld Makers.

A Liberal Discount during the Holiday Season.

W.E. DAWSON & CO, Dec. 12, 1882.—pat

NOTICE.

TS business heretofore carried on by the

undersigned and the late A. B. Stewart, under the style and firm of Hickxy & Srew- art, Tobacco Manufacturers, will be con. tinued by the subscriber under the same style,

MICHAEL HICKEY. Ch'town, July 4, 1882—pat tf

Cracked Feed.

ARTIES wanting their Oatsand Barley cracked for feed, can have it done by applying at Stumbles’ Livery Stables, Kent

SAMUEL R. STUMBLES, Dec. 15 —2w

P.E. Island Railway.

N and after Wednesday, the 13th'instant, and until further notice, a Special Pas- senger Train will leave Charlottetown every evening (Sundays excepted), at 5.30 o'clock for Georgetown, connecting there with the steamer “ Northern Light” This Train will only stop at Royalty Junction and Mount Stewart, going and returning. For the information of parties interested, two long and two short blests of the whistie will be given at the crossings approaching Chailottetown, by the iocomotive of any train from Georgetown having mails from the Mainland,

‘Street

L. B, ARCHIBALD, Supt. Railway Office, Charlottetown, Dec, 12,'82. 6i eod. her pres di

BLIZZARDS.

The

Best Herse Covers on the Island.

GET ONE At the old Saddlery and Harness Estab-

lishment, where the best value, “‘ accord- ing tothe quality of the Goods,” can be ob-

tained. JOHN STUMBLES, Nov. 30.—pat eod 2w. wly wly p her lm

THE HANDSOMEST,

THE CHEAPEST, THE BEST,

SLEIGH ROBES!

nnd Tne

BEER & SONS.

Nov. 22, 1882.—eod

PAK i678.

GOLD MEDAL,

JOSEPH GILLOTT'S STEEL PENS.

BY ALL DEALERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.

TEA, FLOUR AND COFFEE,

50 Chests a 3 “ 120 Half-Cheste Superior Congou TEA, 250 Barrels FAMILY FLOUR,

5 Cases FRENCH COFFEE,

All just received and now on sale.

WILLIAM DODD, Auctioneer,

NOTICE.

ais Charloitetown Gas Light Company have imported a fresh supply of Bray’s Patent Burner’s, especially made to consume only three feet of Gas per hour with the tap turned full on. These Burners are intended fer use in Halls, Bedrooms, Kitchens, and other places where a light from a smal] con- sumption of Gas only is required,

By regulating the tap, the Gee consumed can be reduced to any desired quantity ices than three teet per hour.

These Burners are so scientifically made that they will give a light eqval to about ten candles at acost of three quarters of one cen per hour. : :

The price of these Burnerg to consumers of Gag will be ten cents eavb, {Ju 10 evd pat

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