a — a ad Satan ae Ft ape my ee ne ee whiiisieeanmatinal ce ieee ee 4 Hy 4 eee ees z sing Sk eee i ee - are 7 be . oli Jn | | | ae 2 THE DAILY EXAMINER. Our Communications. Tae pressure of the freight and passen- trafic between Summerside and Point du then to the front the question of placing another steamer on that route—at least during fall and spring. ‘The Steam Navigation Com- pany, with one boat, have done all they could do—have worked night and day,have oceasionally sent a second steamer to the assistance of the one cn the route, and still have been unable to meet the require- ments of shippers; while, with the utmost care, they have not been able, when carry- ing large numbers of horses, sheep and cattle, to keep the steamers so comfortable as they should be for passengers. A small, smart steamer, that would make the trip to Point du Chene in from two to two and a-half hours, is needed for the mails and passengers, and a larger boat is required for the carriage of freight as long as Summerside and Shediac harbors ramainj vpen for navigation. The Government are, no, doubt looking forward to the utilization of the Capes route; but the building of piers and the formation of harbors will necessarily occupy some time—a very long time if the rate of progress is not more rapid than it has been in past In the meanwhile, a a second steamer should undoubtedly be years. put upon the Summerside-Point -du Chene route. The traflic is increasing so fast that T HE DAILY EXAMINER, - - - - Death of Eon. George Wright. We announce to day the death of George Wright, Esq., of Norwood, Charlotte: own Royalty, whe departed very suddenly on Saturday evening. Mr.: Wright was the eldest son of the late Hon. George Wright. He was for many years Surveyor-General | of Prince Edward Island ere Responsi- ble Government was obtained. Subse- quently, he filled the offices of Registrar of of Deeds Plans while the Government Hon. Edward Paimer in served a term as Colonial Treasurer under Administration. The was that of and Kee} er of leadership of 1854 ; and he was under the Palmer-Grey last public position he held Usher of the Black Rod. While Surveyor- General, he prepared and published an ex- cellent map of the Province, and he was widely known as one of the most skilful in the the ranks of his profession. DS AT RRR PIES TT OY SIU HS Anniversary Celebration. THE second anniversary of Hopeful Division, at Travellers Rest, was celebrated on Saturday evening by a capital entertain ment, consisting of readings, recitations and speeches. The schovlhouse at ‘The Corner” was packed. Thomas Townsend, Esq., occupied the chair. The following is the programme prepared for the occasion, and it was supplemented by short addresses from Messrs. James Car- ruthers, L. U. Fowler and Benjamin Rogers :— OPENING ADDRESS. .. Touch not the Cup .W. ‘Townsend . Isle of Beauty songs, Song. Reading... we cannot wait for a second steamer until } the Capes route is opened. —— - ooo -— -—-——-—-- P. E. Island and the Millirg Interest. Ir is well to see a flouring mill in Char- lottetown, fitted with make the best grades of flour that can be pro- duced ers of this Province. machinery to from wheat grown by the farm- We hope that its proprietors will realize their highest expec- tations. The people of this Province should, in our opinion, try to place their products upon the market, not asraw materials, but as nearly as possible fit for use by the con- sumer. Having now a flouring mill, which will be ready for work in about four or five weeks, would it not be a good idea some of our people to consider whether or not it Would not pay to have a large oat- meal mill? Oats are a surer crop than wheat ; and while it doesn’t, under almost any circumstances, pay to raise large quan- tities of oats, we must grow a certain juantity, larger than is needed for home Would it not be better to send our surplus abroad in the shape of oatmeal, than sell our raw oats to thesship- pers for from 26cts, to 30cts We are a consumpti m. per bushel ? the They can have oatmeal mills; why not we? Who will think- about this matter, and work it up ? thousaud miles nearer market than the people of Ontario. ___—_—_ I © AM A Happy Family. Tue law of love and peace does not, at present, prevail in the Gritcamp. Mr. John Valentine Ellis, of the St. John Globe, and Liberal (?) M. P. for the city, representing the Annexation wing of the combination, has been of late voicing his pet scheme, and the loyal soul of the Telegraph is moved with indignation. The Telegraph calls upon Mr. Ellis to resign. It says :— ‘The Liberal party, hitherto led by and composed of loyal men, cannot afford to bear the odium of an annexationist among their representatives. We cannot conceive of Mr. Ellis again taking his seat among the loyal Commons, knowing what must await him there. Let him resign, and at once cnd the itiful chapter. By so doing he will relieve 1is party of a load too great for any party to carry, save the Commons the necessity of applying an extreme penalty, and give St. John the opportunity to elect a representa. tive who will be ‘faithful and true’ to the sovereign in a sense that Mr. Ellis can never be. Does he await a requisition? If so, he can be accommodated. ‘* It is our misfortune that he speaks from the elevation accorded to a representative of the people, a relation soon, we hope, to be terminated. His'slanders of the people of St. John and of Canada in this regard will fall upon willing ears across the line, and there is danger that they may be believed. Whether that be so or not, the will to injure Canada, and so to further a traitorous scheme is doubly apparent in the time chosen for the assault. It is therefgre of the more importanee that Mr. lis Fapostary should be “promptly exposed an&®rebuked.” en Gis —We have to thank the Patriot for pointing out the error which was made in adding vp the Bank returns which appeared in Tae Examiver on Wednesday last. The addition was, it is needloss to say, inad- vertantly inserted—the interition of Tuer EXaMIiNeR being merely to give Mr. Mac- leed’s statement with the figures from the Savings Bank added. The Patriot can eackle over the blunder till doomsday— that will not change the fact that Mr. Macleod’s exhibit of the standing of the Province at the Banks was, by an error of omission, wrong to the tune of nearly $2,000,000, which have been invested in Dominion securities since 1876. Had the Patriot desired to promote the truth as well as point out the error, it might have explained tha: our farmers care as little tu invest their savings in trade speculations as they do to deposit them in the chartered banks; and that the large increase of de- posits at the Savings Bank does not indi- ~ that trade was so dull that the people wal to invest in Dominivoasecurities because they could not ond means of amploying it in oe ee. The bulk of our people wish to jave Bir 7 - . [ J . g—that ithe ree son they Panik SONNE on odbc od vies iS va:s. sine spiphibaianl ils C. Townsend ROD, «5 sek eer tes he ole a 0d oN bee W. Yeo cit en wi ahh ‘ Rosin the Bow otic oin> nh 40a ® Brewer Waugh Recitation... W .*Townsend EE tases eo ees .C. Townsend SE Adc e us vo ies 408 Rosy and Mary Hogg Recitation.. oe+ee+++--- Annie Townsend Rs oe ieis cass ence see os H. P. McNeill Oe eee Lieenie Townsend Rtas cad eescien cs. dstbeds Dying Son Recitation...... .. W. Townsend ee prea aa . Love at Home Dialogue, .... Mr. Costello & Mrs. Cummiskey Recitation........:...6. . Robt Marchbank Dialogue.... Abigail Dovetail, Miranda Pick- ens and Jeduthan Wingerly Song...., . eellas pain 4iedas Caled Nellie Gray SORE. us 05h Carruthers, Fowler and Rogers The preparation and rendition of an entertainment such as this must be a great incentive and assistance to self culture on the part of our youth ; and xaembers of our divisions, temples, ete., could not be better employed during the long winter evenings. The hope of the temperance cause lies in the youth; and if the implanting of strong temperance principles can be combined with the improving study and recreation conse- quent. upon literary, musical and oratorical entertainments, the country will be doubly benefitted. We cengratulate young ‘* Hopeful” on the success of its anniversary entertainment, and trust that its example, will be followed, during the coming winter by divisions and temples throughout the Province. Messrs. Raymond & Whitcomb’s California Tours. The many advantantages presented by the California Winter Trips, managed by Messrs. Raymond & Whitcomb, have made these tours exceedingly popular. To begin with they afford the passenger every pos- sible latitude in selecting his route to and from California, his time and place of so- journ on the Pacific Coast, and the time of his return. He can cover every day of his stay with hotel conpons, good at any of the leading resorts, or wander abeut at his own pleasure. When he is ready to return, he may either travel with a party on a special train, or go independently. His expenses are in any case, already paid, and the ** little red ticket books” will be found a passport to the beat that can be had on rail- ways and at hotels. In his homeward journey, the same as in his cutward trip, he travels on the t:nest cars ever built, and on which the most luxurious accommoda- tions are reserved for his special use. A special feature of: chese excursions is that Pullman palace dining-cars or Pulman pal- ace hotel cars are’ placed on every train, and run through the entire jovrney. Thus meals are insured at regular hours regard- less of time, place and circumstance. It will be seen at once that the patrons of these trips secure many special comforts and avoid many annoyances inseparable from ordinary travel. The same may be said of the Mexico tours, of which there are to be two this season, January 16 being the date of departure of the first. The California parties will leave Boston January 2, 12, 16 and 23. Desciiptive circulars of either the California or Mexico trips may be obtained of W. Raymond, 296 Washing- ton Street, opposite School Street, Boston, Tass. —_—_——_—_——— 123 @- Stipendiary Magistrate's Court. ‘Wenry Jackson, ual and disorderly, $6 or 20 days, imprison meut. Margaret Woods, violation Canada Tem- werance Act, $50 or one month. Convicted on the testiniony of: Charles E. Rowerts »n. Margaret Woods, violation Canada Tem- parance Act, first. offence, $50 or one month. Convicted on the testimony of John Stewart. Several other Scott Act casea were ad- joarned, some for judgment this afternoon and others for absent witnesses. A trespass suit and a case of obstructing the public streets were postponed one week, > De GP -o- @—.—- «~~... —Referring to the result of the recent election in Shelburne, N. S., the Halifax Ovronicle thus delivers itself :~* ‘Then there are other considerations which lessen the value of their victory, if it is one. Mr. Robertson's streagth is chiefly among the fishermen, a good many of wh3n are away from home just now.’ This latter statement probably accounts for the -smallness of General Laurier’s inajority. SPECIAL prices for the holidays in Fry Waa iP PA | TELEGRAPHIC NEWS. SPECIAL Sunnie ro Tux EXAMINER. ANOTHER DISASTER, SOW Plough, Bagine and Cab Plunge Into the River EIGHT MEN KILLED —_—— AND FIVE INJURED, a wee eee THE CAUSK A MYSTERY. B., Dee. 19. About 2 o'clock on Saturday afternvon a mixed train with a stack-house snow plough ahead, lett Caraquet for Bathurst in charge of Conductor D, J. Kearney and Engineer MeLamagan. ‘The train ran along without trouble or unusual delay until it approach- Barnurstr, N. ed the bridge at McIntosh, over the Caraquet River, a distance of about 34 miles from Bathurst, when the driver perceived a large bank of snow in the cutting on the Lathurst or western end of the bridge which would need clear- ing. Mr. Lanagan at once whistled down brakes, reversed his engine, and brought the train toa standstill. The snow plough, detached encine and tender were then irom the balance of the train, which was leit stam! oe on the track, the intention being to run back for them as soon as the drift had been pierced. rey, ‘here were a number of hands en the train who went along to assist In removing the snow. There was no snow cn the bridge and nothing but a clear track between the spot where the train had halt- ed and the huge drift on the other side of the structure. Under a good head of steam the snowplow, engine and tender dashed forward, the driver’s intention being to strike the obstruction with as much force as possible, but when about half way across the bridge, the snow- plow left the track and _ follow. ed by the engine and cab, mounted the guard rail, where they each seemed to Lang an instant, and plunged into the river, a distance of fiteen feet, hurling eight men into eternity and severely injur- ing five others. The sight was a terrible one to those who had been left behind in the cars on the other side of the bridge, bat hurrying to the spot they did all in their power to rescue the wounded. How the accident occurred is a mystery, even to those who saw the catastrophe. Of the five itjured men it is impossible to speak with accuracy, but it is feared that least two out of them will die. Results of a Passion Feast. Tuma, Ala,, Dec. 18. Wm. W. Jordan, a crazy faith doctor living here azyear, has great influence over negroes and said he had come to re- deem the Jews. He arranged a passion feast at the house of two negro women this morning and told them a_ sacrifice was necessary. Francis Driver said she Was willing tu offer her- self and laid her head ona table. Jor- dan took a sword, struck her several blows ev the neck, and stabbed her a number of tiines, killing her instantly. The bedy wis then dragged into the street by two other women. A white woman vho wit- nessed the affair gave the alarm, and the police, after a terrible struggle, overpowered Jordan and conveyed him to the city prison. The negroes are greatly excited, anid threats of lynching are made. Shortening the Distance. Orrawa, Dec. 18. Mr. Diggles, a New York capitalist, who is here in connection with the Calgary and Peace River Railway charter, has originated one of the most extensive schemes ever contemplated for reducing the passage between America and Europe to a mini- mum. His plan isa railway from Quebec to the most easterly point of Labrador, where safe harbors abound. He says the voyage could be made to England in three anc. one half days. _—— ee hew Lieut.-Governor, Monrreat, Oct. 18. It is generally believed in political circles here that Joseph Royal, M. P. for Provencher, who is here at present, wili be appointed Lieut.-Governor of the North- weet Territories. we A Big Failure. Montreal, Dec. 18. John Baird & Co., well-known commis- sion merchants, have failed, with liabilities of $25,000, the bulk of which is due in Newfoundland. Weaiher Buliciin. Toronto, Dec. 19-10 a. m. Strong winds, shifting to south-west or northwest; partly cloudy to cloudy, with snow or rain; clearing to-night. MARRIED, At Longmont, Colorado, on the 19th Nov., by the Rev. J. W. White, Dr. George H. Glover, of Longmont, to Miss Magyie J. Glover, formerly of Traveller's Rest, P. E. I, DIED. At Norwood, on the 17th inst., cf rheuma tism of the heart, George Wright, aged 76 years, leaving a widow, one son and three daughters to mourn the loss of a loving and affectionate husband and father, [Funeral from his late residence on Tuesday the 20th inst., at2 o’clock. Service at St, Pau!’s Church, at 2.45 o'clock, and from thenve to People’s Cemetery. ] Fiiends and neighbors are respectfully invited to attend. In. this city, aitera short illncssof congestion of tle lungs, Frederick J. Ross, youngest and afforded of procuring the best literature at place on FRIDAY NEXT, at M. Stevenson's o'clock, a. m., 147 pairs of Mens’ and ‘Vomen’s greac variety. Terms Cash. ne nt — MONDAY ‘REAT BARGAINS. a ee ae = Overcoats, Reefers, Wor- | | Sted aud = Tweed 4 i Suitigs, ‘" ii ——— i\ ———-_ a me ii pi se Big Discounts for one month only. — A. J. MURPRY, CUSTOM TAILOK. Dec. 20, 1887—6i CITIZENS! SKATING RINK ! (THE RINK, under the management of the Artillery Band, will open for the season as soon as weather permits. fickets for this season will following reduced prices :— TICKET. be issued at the SEASON Ladies’ Tickets fond sas Gents’ os ie ah ony bh cow mohicen bd ces Children’s “ (afternoon skating)........ 1,25 eT ibis 6.5.0 o ohana) acdc ‘15 PRUs Wa O06 ove ook cen hevcnerell -10 Rink open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 2.30 to 5; and Saturday after- noons from 1 to 6; also Monday end Thursday nights. Baud vill also bein attendance on other occa- sions, of which due notice will be even, Tickets for sale at the Apothecaries Hall. J. DOWLING, Secretary. Ch’'town, Dee, 19, 1887— 4i eod PE. ISLARD RAILWAY. CHRISTHAS EXCURSION. R#EtU RN TICKETS at one first-class fare will be issued to and from all Stations on this Rail- way, on DECEMBER 24th ard 26th inst., good to return up toand on JANUARY 3rd, 1888. J. UNSWORTH, Acting Superintendent. Railawy Office, Ch’town, Dec. 19, 1887. : ex pat cod wky prs li Y.M.C. A. TH E Anniversary Meeting of the Young Men’s Christian Association will be held in the Y.M-. C. A. HALL, Monday, the 19th AT 8 O'CLOCK, P, M. lastant, Addresses will be delivered speakers. Good music provided. Chair taken at 8 o'clock, p. m. The public are invited. J. D. SEAMAN, President. CHAS. LEIGH, Jr., SALE OF PAPERS & MAGAZINES INSTANT, by prominent TUESDAY, 26th 5 SIT a Y.M.C.A. READING ROOM, All Members of the Y. M, C. A. are entitled to attend this sale. All the leading English and American Mag- azineg will be offered. An opportunity is much less than regular price, CHAS. LEIGH, Jx., Secretary. Dec. 14. 1887. SHEBRIFF’S SALE ee eet of Sheriff’s Sale, pre: viously advertised for sale on Friday, the 16th inst., on the Market Square, ‘will take Building, Queen Street, at the hour of Eleven Boots, and a lot of goods and merchandise in —ALSO— At the Market Square at 12 0’clock, noon: 1 Horse. 1 Wagon. 1 Set Harness. Levied on by Writ of Attachment— Matheson against James Stewart, an absent debtor, Terms Cash. JAMES CURTIS, Sheriff. Dated 17th December, 1886. Ea i — : 7 i Sa ( 1 ye FE gs ) ~ J ") J L, LS eS wishing to purchase would con- s/s Oe sult their best interests by examining my stock of New and Second-hand Sleighs, which will be sold cheap to suit the times. Repairing of Carriages aud Sleighs promptly attended to and satisfaction guar anteed. _ mm B.—Carriages wanting repairing, paint- ing or trimming, stored free for the winter, _ Factory and Show Rooms Upper Prince Street, opposite Baptist Church, dearly bejoved son of John ang Btizabeth! RoYs, ated 4 years and 17 mith J.J. SEAMAN, and a Large and Fancy Goods, ———ae* (); Oranges, Lemons, Apples, Fig DECEMBER 19, 1887. EV a " , \ ») SS | ne: ow Ne < Nn mas and New Year Gifts X It is our conviction that you will get at To the buyer the wheel of fortune may a sign meant for his benefit. Come early, THEO. Ch’town, Dec. 17, 1887—3i eod MARKET FOR LADIES: Kid Mits, 7 Muffs, Wool Squares and Shawls, Asiracan Jackeis, Hand Satchels, Umbrellas, Waterproof Capes, Kid Gloves, Collars, Cuffs, H’kehfs, &e. FOR GOOD VALUE Dec. 16, 1887—dy wky —_—_———S—___ ———— J JAMES PATON & CO. ee _ —— ee CHRISTMAS RENDEZVOUS, sodvoy) puv jsog ous Know all Men by these Presents (for Xmas & New Year) ~ the DIAMOND BOOKSTORE AND BAZAR. the Best Value for the least money. We deeduct from 10 to 25 per cent, as our judgment will warrant the trial take a turn he does not expect and give Summ on’s going to get bargains, L. CHAPPELLE, DIAMOND BOOKSTORE, A List tl Uselal Xmas. Pres THAT YOU CAN BUY AT JAMES PATON & CO, SQUARE, a mec CY ee ee FOR GENTLEMEN : Fur Caps, Fur Mitts, Kid Mitts, Silk Searfs, Fur Coats, Braces, Cardigan Jackets, Handsome Silk H’kehfs, the Best Value in the city. GIVE US A CALL. BEER & where you will Fresh, Good yE have on hand a very Large Stock of Ch CANNED GOODS Condensed Coffe CONFECTIONERY —A y = CHEAP FOR BEER & Queen and King DRY GOODS AND CLOTHING Bw. EB; 0 in all the Newest Fa 0 Dev. 13, 1887—eod & wy tl feb 1 Buy Your Christmas Supplies at a o— the very Lowest Cash Prices, to suit the times. — GOFF'S, get everything and Cheap, vice Groceries, all of which will be Sold ‘at RAISINS—Over 8,000 pounds, Cooking, Seedless and Table Raisins. CURRANTS—Over 4000 pounds choice, clean fruit, CANDIED PEEL—Citron, Lemon and Orange. FLAVORINGS—Lemon, Vanilla, Almond, Clov SYRUPS—Lemon, Raspberry and Lime Juice, = NEL e, Peaches, Pine: y Tongue, Sardines, Corned Beef and Dried Beef, 5 + alg on, _ BISCUIT—Oswego, Sugar and Ginger Wafers, Coffe Assortment of Plain and Fancy Biscuits. es, Cinnamon, &c., &c, Salmon, Lobsters, &c., &c. e, Orange, Shrewsbery, Ovtmeal, ery fine assortment.of Mixtures Chocolates, Carame s, Creams 8, Dates, Pickles, B. powder Almonds, Filberis, Walnuts, &e., &e. CASH AT GOFF’S, Squares’ Stores. MACDONALD is giving great bargains in OVERCOATS and SUITS. 10,000 Yards Ladies’ Dress fxoods brics, cheapest prices. LADIES’ FUR CAPES and CIRCULARS. Give usa call. You will find Goods and Prices Right. J. B. MACDONALD, QUEEN STREET, CHARLOTTETOWN, Ch’tbwm, Novi sU, 1897.—vbll & wky we