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{ pool EDUCATIONAL, — WORK \ THE GREA “FACTOR IT WILL BE IN THE CAMPAIGN OF 1900. - Some Earnest Expressions on the Subject From Headquarters—Views of Chairman Johnson of the National Executive Com- mitaee—“Coin” Harvey's New Work of Great Power—The Good Wor at Home. Other Netional Points—Encouragement From General Weaver—The [Increasing Broad Spirit Among All the Allies—The State Round-Up—Twin City Political Harmony and Other Small Things—Po- litical Note and Comment of the Week. Reform Press Bureau, St. Paul, April 2, 1900. It is clear that aside from the help the Republicans are to give the reform forces by their blunders, inconsistencies and proven subserviency to monopoly, the great mainspring of action for this campaign is to be education. The peo- ple have but to have existing facts, touching the tendencies of the govern- ment in the backward direction from alithat the fathers have taught us, added to their own experience of re- ceivir-z no appreciable part in the en- arged trade and business of the coun- try, (their l 1d less profits for toil and investment), to bring them to the side of right in November. The power ef such education was found by the writer to be an uppermost topic with the working head of the national execu- tive committee, Hon. J. G. Johnson, in arecent interview with that gentle- man. He first spoke of ‘the ef- fect of the de publicity of Mr. Bryan’s great speeches, and the inestimable benefit the monopolistic press had conferred upon our cause, though with no intention of doing so. “The Republican metropolitan press outnumbers ours many times,” said Mr. Jobnson, ‘and not possessing that means, we must use books and pamph- lets.’’ In that connection Mr. Johnson commented upon and commended un- stintingly the new book of Hon. W. H. Harvey, which has been repeatedly re- ferred to in these writings., and he sially requested that our press ad- e the people to buy and read Coin’s work, “Money, Trusts and Im- p sm.” Mr. Johnson explained that there was no money with which to purchase salate the book, bat that the people must do this themselves. If they would do this, placing the book ; of the young especially, ngs are fastened on their republic would be saved. Failure to give attention to such instil of principies, had lost the peopio ul coxtrol in several states in the ng further said by Mr. Johu- son will bea at stimulus to many of our co-wora gone ahead on thtir own hooks, at their hat of the people them- Minneapolis anti-imperialists, by the Co-Operative Library schemes, and oth- ery Tl se. That was th “The best policy in this fight for the people to save themselves from class laws is to encourage them to ma¥c their own fight. A self-relying people wil 1 strong fight, but people who va ome one to give themi litera- ture are apt soon to fall under the in- fiuence of class legislation, fostering class laws, secured by those who buy the literature. The national committee’s | duty is to aid the people in the manago- ment of their campaign and to teach them to be self reliant.” Mr. Johnson reiterated again and again the great value of the Harvey book, and at the low price, 25 cents, it was. within the reach of all. to your readers,” conclusion, ‘‘that this is their cause, and that I want them to see to it that a thorough campaign of education is made. now, but this should not breed over- confidence, but should rather give us new courage, cause us to be aggressiv: and leave nothing undone that may aid in securing success.” can obtained of all book dealers, or direct from the publishers, Chicago. Any orders can also be entrusted to this bureau. The following can be addressed for their respective kinds of literature, be- ing sent out grat For anti-imperialist publications, Fred G. Corser, Minneapolis; H. M. Mize, Chicago, or Hon. Erwin Winslow, Bos- tan, > For anti-trust documents, Hon.George S. Bowen, Chicago. For Lincoln Republican documents, Hon. E. S. Corser, Minneapolis. For congressional speeches and docu- ments, ander frank, Hon.- R. F. Petti- grewor Hon. William Sulzer, Wash- ington. Requests for any of the foregoing, or any other inquiries, may be addressed to this Bureau.: The visit of General Weaver of Iowa to St. Panl during the week, was of more importance than was generally known. Inthe conference which took place with some of the General’s Peo- ples party friends, he had a message of hope and confidence which rejoiced all in their inmost souls. General Weaver gave facts gathered since the recent Lincoln convention, showing the harmony existing among the Populists, and, as bearing on the presidential nomination, showing the broad spirit of patriotism that is spreading among all classes and all of the allies. Men in all parts of the country, the General re- ported, are working for the broadest action at the coming Sioux Falls con- vention, such would avoid partisan bitterness among the Democrats. To this end General Weaver’s idea is that the Sioux Falls convention, instead of makinga formal nomination of Mr. Bryan, declare by resolution that he is he said in | Things are tending our way | Trusts and Imperialism,” | | j | | jing f being done by the | ¢! i already the candidate chosen of all tke people, and as such they endorse him, and call upon all other allies in this great struggle to do likewise. This idea meets with a cordial response so far as cinvassed in Minn+sota, and was unan- imously appsved by those conferring with General Weaver. In connection, General Weaver made a very encouraging report on Michigan, where he had just been. The broadest spirit is aétuating the reform forces there, uniting all the allies, and inde- pendents, Populists and Democrats are expecting to unite for a victory against the Republicaus, crushed and humbled as they are, with the recent exposure of rottenness. And there. is a possibil- ity that such united forces may support Pingree on an independent ticket. A good specimen of the prevailing opinion that Bryan will be elected, is given by the Philadelphia Record, and New York Evening Post, neither of which papers are Bryan supporters but whose Washington correspondents agree that Mchiuley’s fate is in doubt. “If the election should occur this week,”’ says one, ‘‘Bryan would be the next president. ‘Oa the Porto Rico tariff is- sue,” he continued, ‘the Republicans would lose Indiana and also Illinois; and McKinley on that platform, (as he isnow destined to be), will find the chances against him in Michigan, Wis- consin and M ota, and Ohio would be very doubtful.” If it Would not be a violation of con- fidence, the writer could give the name of a prominent Minnesota Republican, recently returned from along business trip in the , and who informed the writer in confidence that the impression grows in Wall street and other business quarters in the East, that Bryan is going to be elected. And this man added the reason why there was no regret expressed, much less fears, which was that the ‘prosperity’? on the coun- try is only that of the great concerns, where business and high prices have been forced, they taking all the profits, in a word the big fish only getting any- thing, and these eating up the little ones. ‘Lbat’s what’s the matter with us,”’ this man confessed. The Populists have the first of the political innings this year, commencing April 27, throughout the state, when the primaries are to be held for delegates to the state convention. _ These choose del- egates to the conuty conventions which are to be held next di April 28. In this cennection county rmen, under action of the state cominittee, are urged to hold county conventions under proper call, but if none is called or held, then the people are to take action by mass conventions. These county delegates are for the state meeting May 2, when, the indications are, there will be a large and harmonious convention. Speaking of the mid-roaders, the Sioux Falls Press announces that paid agents of Hanna are due to make their appearance in Minnesota, provid- r mid-roaders to attend the Cin- convention. In which connec- 2 Press remarks that it is hard to fathom the Hanna tactics which are exploiting Doc Fay, as mid-road vice presidential candidate, when Mr. Don- nelly is already the candidate on the ticket with Parker. Manager Calderwood of the Twin City Rapid Transit company is back at his post, just in time to attend to the Mizinexpolis proposal to reduce fares to six for 25 cents, regular, aud eight for a quarter morning and evening, for work- ingmen. Also he can give some atten- tion to that little delinquency of $10,000 of unpaid corporation taxes. Speaking of reduced fares, a Twin City movement is on foot for a smaller coin than the penny, and petitions to Uncle Sam are in circulation for the half-penny to be coined. It is so *‘Eng- lish, you gnaw,’’ and so appropriate to the little things, including profits in ss, under the English gold stand- Speaking of continued shrinkages, under the gold standard, the Methodist bishopric residence at Minneapolis has gone into the mortgagees’ maw, after the payment of $15,000 on the property. Another like item is the home purchased by the Associated Press. in South Minneapolis, for one of the victims of the great Tribune fire. It has been sold for taxes. Also, Hennepin county subordinat officeholders have had their gold standard benefits empha- sized by a slash of 10 per cent in sal- aries. Lost, strayed or swallowed up in the imperialistic “maw, one first-class presi- dential boom for C. K. Da Finder apply to Minneapolis Times for suitable reward. And, speaking of Senator Davis, there is nothing but praise for his appeal in | the senate for free trade and justice for P Rico. That he will fall by the wayside, crashed under Hanna’s trust juggernaut, is poor reward for the dis- tinguished service he has rendered, in giving us the imperialism of the Phil- ippines. Puerto Rico is a wee small imperialist chick come home to roost. While there has been more or less “music” in the St. Paul municipal con- test, the cause of the Doc Ames party has marched on uninteruptedly. The nomination of Dr. Ames by the holy- water party is now conceded. In fact the G. O. P. endeavorers are devoted to endeavoring how to prevent that result, but see no hope. But why this hum- ming and hawing about the genial doc- tor? Is not Doc Ames, with all that can be heaped upon him good, bad and indifferent, better, far better than the party he has returned to? Waseca recently held a great pro- Boer meeting, and in the list of the eloquent Americans speakers we again fail to see the name of one S. R. Van Sant. Is the eloquent Van Sant never going to get back from Wisconsin! . .- A G. 8... NORTHWESTERN ELECTIONS. Municipal Officers Are Voted for ‘Throughout the Several States. Milwaukee, April 4. — The result of the municipal elections throughout Wisconsin outside of Milwaukee show that where the Republicans and Dem- ocrats placed party tickets in the field the Republicans gained the greater number of victories. In many in- stances, however, party lines were thrown aside and citizens’ tickets were elected. Republican mayors were elected in Hudson, Durand, Waupaca, Elroy, Elkhart Lake, Mauston, Sparta, New Lisbon, Marinette, Columbus, Monroe. Delavan, Ripon, Marshfield, Hayward, Darlington, Elkhorn, New Richmond, Viroqua, Stoughton and Portage. Democratic mayors were elected in Grantsburg, Hartford, She- boygan Falls, Plymouth, Fox Lake, Chilton, Mineral Point, Watertown, Alma, Beaver Dam. Edgerton, Eagle, Mazomanie, Baraboo and Fort Atkins, Citizens’ tickets were elected in Fen- nimore, Thorpe, Cedarburg, Kilbourn, Waterloo, Lodi, Horicon, Algoma, Ke- waunee, Merrill, Rhinelander, Burling- ton, Hartland, Boyd, Broadhead, Lake Geneva, Omro, Port Washington, Rich- land Center, West Bend, Reedsburg and Evansville. Vietory for Mayor Rose. Milwaukee, April 4.—Mayor David S. Rose, Dem., triumphed municipal election in this city yester- day-and carried the rest of the city ticket with him. He will have a plu- rality of at least 5,000. William Bol- low and James M. Rolff were re-elected, treasurer and controller, respectively. Mayor Rose stood on a platform se ting forth the recent 4-cent fare ordi- nance and cheaper water rates, which legislation was enacted during his past administration. Henry J. Baumgart- ner, the Republican candidate, cam- paigned against the manner in which the street railway ordinance was al- leged to have been railroaded through the common council. Up to a late hour but five returns on aldermen and supervisors had been received. Judge Emil Walber, Republican, was elected county judge. In Minnesota. St. Paul, April 4. — Elections for municipal officers were held in a num- ber-of towns and villages in this state yesterday. Party lines were not very closely drawn, but when a distinction was made the result in most cases favored the Republicans. The ques- tion of license was an important i in most places and in most ¢ai cexse carried. In Nebraska. Omaha, Neb., April 4.—City and_vil- lage elections were held throughout Nebraska with the exception of Oma- ha. The main issue in most of the smaller places was license, and the results are mixed, the greater number of towns apparently being favorable to licensing the traffic for another year. s lie In Kansas. Topeka, Kar., April 4. — Municipal elections were held throughout the state yesterday in cities of the first and second class. Party lines were maintained in most cases and the re- turns received here up to midnight in- dicated that the Republicans have gen- erally been successful. In Missouri. ‘ St. Louis, April 4.—Municipal elec- tions were held yesterday in many towns in Missouri. The results where party lines were drawn were on the whole favorable to the Democrats. Election in Chicago. Chicago, April 4.—As a result of the municipal election here the new city council will contain forty Republicans and twenty-nine Democrats. A new ward was added to the city at this election, making an additional number in the council. HELD IN AGONY. Brakeman Pinioned for Half an Hour Between Engine and Car. Mitchell, S. D., April 4. While an Omaha train crew was trying to make what known in railread parlance as a Norwegian switch, the front of the engine crashed into the rear of the combination passenger car. A. W. Gill, a brakeman, standing on the end of the car, attempting to stop the train, was caught between the engine and.car. His foot and eight inches of one leg were crushed into a jelly, and he stood in this position for thirty minutes before he could be released, and this was accomplished by prying the engine and car far enough apart to withdraw his limb. The leg was amputated just below the knee. The engine was disabled and could not be moved. Handy With a Gun. Wabasha, Minn., April 4.—Last even- ing Daniel Cratte assaulted George Hayes with a revolver, inflicting three wounds, none of which is believed to be dangerous. Cratte escaped for a time. but later surrendered to the sheriff. A pantaloon button on which me of the bullets struck saved Hayes’ e. Ice Goes Out at La Crosse. La Crosse, Wis., April 4. — The ice went out at this point, being several days later than usual. The river is clear below except for gorges at a few points, which cannot last more than a day or two. Boats will not start until the river is clear as far as West New- ton. Banquet for Capt. Sigsbee. St. Paul, April 4—Capt. Sigsbee was entertained at a banquet last night by abou: 400 of St. Paul’s leading citi- zens. An elaborate menu was dis- cnet and appropriate toasts respond- ed to. Yankton Gets the State Fair. Yankton, S. D., April 4—The state fair has been located at Yankton for 1900, aud will be held from Sept. 10 to 15. Preparations are beginning on a vast scale for the grandest fair in the history of this state. Blew Out the Gas. Ashland, Wis., April 4—Waldo Hair was found dead this morning in one of the sleeping rooms of the Colby cafe. He had blown out the gas when retiring, and was asphyxiated from in- haling the gas. at the} Dews of the Northwest SAWYER IS NO MORE. Wisconsin’s Distinguished Ex-Sen- ator Expires at Oshkosh. Oshkosh, Wis., March 31. — Former United States Senator Philetus Sawyer died yesterday morning at 9:15 o'clock ; at the residence of his son, EB. P. Saw- yer, in this city. The illness that re- sulted in his death became serious at 4 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. The at tack at first affected the stomach, but later the bowels and kidneys became involved, and death ensued as a result of the aggravated disorders. Mr. Sawyer had been confined to his bed only a day. and as he was subject to similar attacks no particular alarm was felt. He rested fairly well last night and seemed to be feeling a little better yesterday morning. Members of the family were all absent, except Mrs. Phil Sawyer, Jr., wife of his grandson. Asking her to remove his shoes and stockings, although he had none on. he settled back with a long sigh and was dead before she realized it. The funeral will probably be held Sunday, provided relatives of the family reach here in time. DEEP snow. Ten Inches Reported at Lac qui Parle. Montevideo, Minn., March 31.—Snow has constantly been falling for the past twenty-four hours until it is over ten inches deep. Owing to none of the engines being equipped with snow plows the trains have been somewhat delayed. Seeding, which had been conurenced in some places, will be sus- pended for some time, but the soil will be in excellent condition. = Atwater, Minn—Ten inches of snow has fallen. This will considerably de- lay seeding, which was just about to begin. -O- Lac qui Parle, Minn.—It has snowed for twenty-four hours and is still at it. About ten inches has fallen, FLOCKING TO CAPE NOME. Fourteen Thousand People Have Engaged Passage. Portland, Or., March 31.—Fourteen thousand people have engaged passage from Pacific coast ports for Cape Nome, Alaska, on the first fleet of steamers, which sails about May 1. It is stated that forty-two steamers will leave for Nome from San Francisco, Puget sound ports and Portland, prac- tically at the same time. Many of these steamers will make two trips, and it is estimated that upward of 20,- 000 people will leave Pacific ports for the new gold fields during the season. DEATH TO FIVE. Northern Workmen at Spo- a Fall of Great kane Buried Under Brick. Spokane, Wash., March 31. — Five men were killed and several severely injured by a caye-in on the Great Northern right of way and track on Washington street. A mass of: brick weighing hundreds of tons, keeled over, without any warning, burying the whole gang of workmen. A dozen city physicians are now lending surgical assistance to the wounded. FIRE AT FORMAN. Depot Burned and the Agent and His Family Burely Escane. Forman, N. D., March 31.—The Soo depot burned last night at 12:30, and is a total loss. A defective flue caused the fire. The agent and family lived in the depot and had a narrow escape. He was carried out» just before the building fell in., They lost all their household goods. READY FOR BUSINESS. Opening Eession of the New Legis- lature of Manitoba. Winnipeg, March 31.—The first ses- sion of the Manitoba legislature, with Hugh John Macdonald as_ premier, opened yesterday. Nearly 3,000 invi- tations had been issued, and the cpen- ing ceremonies were made the occasion of a brilliant society event. Gov. Pat- terson, in his inaugural speech, re- ferred to the part Manitoba’s soldiers were playing in the Transvaal war. New Signal Tower Ordered. Bayfield, Wis., March 31.—The signal service bureau has announced that an jron signal tower will be placed at Bayfield for sterm and weather sig- nals, to be equipped with electricity for night signals. This tower will be of the new 1900 model which the gov- ernment has adopted, and will be of vast benefit in giving warning to lake vessels and for weather information. State Warrants Called In. Pierre, 8. D., March 31.—State Treas- urer Schamber will, within a few days, make a eall for $200,000 of outstanding state warrants. The warrants out at present amount to $125,000, and the call will reduce the floating debt of the state and will probably be all wiped out by the next call. College for Mennonites. Sioux Falls, S. D., March 31.—South Dakota will have another new college if the efforts of the Mennonites living at Freeman, Hutchinson county, and vicinity meet with success. They pro- pose raising the sum of $25,000 for the construction of a college. Boy Shot and Killed. Spokane, Wash., March 31.—Nels G. Salmon, eighteen years old, was shot through the head and instantly killed. Alfred Mess, who claimed he was clearing a gun when it went off, was held on a charge of murder. City Records Destroyed. St. James, Minn., March 31, — Fire broke out in the city hall, destroying most of the city records. The fire was | caused by the explosion of a kerosene lamp. | Moody for the Senate. Deadwood, 8. D., March 31.—Dead- wood parties received messages from Judge G. O. Moody, at present at Los ‘Angeles, Cal., stating he had consented to become a Republican candidate for ‘the United States senate.’ THE MARKETS. Latest Quotations Front Grain and Live Stock Centers. St. Paul, April 3. — eat — No. 1 Northern, 64 1-4@64 8-4c; No2 Northern, 62 1-4 @ 631-2c. Corn—No. 3 yellow, 35 1-2@36c; No. 3, 35@351-4c. Oats— No. 3 white, 243-4@25c; No. 3, 2414@ 241-2c. Barley and Rye—Feed barley, 33@34c; malting grade, 35@38c; No. 2 rye, 51c; No. 3 rye, 5u 1-2c. Minneapolis, April 3. — Wheat—May opened at 63 7-8¢ and closed at 64 7-8c. On track—No. 1 hard, 663-8c; No. 1 Northern, 653-8c. Corn — Yellow, 351-8c. Oats—White, 241-8. Flax, $1.62. Flour, $3.55, $3.45, $2.70 and $2.05. Duluth, April 3. — Wheat — May opened at 66c and closed at 67 1-8¢; No. 1 hard, 675-8c; No. 1 Northern, 66 1-8c; No. 2 Northern, 63 5-8c; No. 3 Northern, 603-8c; No. 1 hard, to ar- rive, 675-8e; No. 1 Northern, 661-8¢c. Corn — Cash, to arrive, 36c. Flax— Cash, $1.64 bid; to arrive, $1.64 bid; May, $1.65; September, $1.161-2; Oc- tober, $1.18 bid. Chicago, April 3—Wheat—No. 2 red, 69@70 1-2c; No. 3 do, 66@G7 1-2c; No. 2 hard winter, 661-2c; No. 3 do, 61@66c; No. 1 Northern spring, 67 1-2@68 1-2c; No. 2 do, 62 1-2@66 1-2c; No. 3 spring, 62 1-2@661-2c. Corn— 2, 373-8e; No. 3, 37@37 1-4e. Oats—No. 2, 24 1-4¢; No. 3, 24e. Milwaukee, Wis., April 8. — Flour is steady. Wheat lower; No. 1 Northern, 66 3-4@67 1-2c; No. 2 rthern, 64 1-2G@ 66ce. Rye higher; No. 1, 57 Barley steady; No. 2, 44@45c; 38@48¢e. Oats higher; No. 2 white, 26 1-2¢. Chicago, April 3. — Cattle—Beeves, good to prime steers, $5.10@6.05; poor to medium, $4@4. stockers and feed- ers, $3.40@4.80; Texas-fed steers, $3.85 @4.90. Hogs — Mixed and butchers, $4.95@5.25; good to choice heavy, $5.10 @5.25; rough heavy, $4.95@5.05; light, $4.95@5.17 1-2; bulk of sales, $5.02 1-2 @5.20. Sheep, $4.75@6; lambs, $5.50@ 7.20. Sioux City, Iowa, April 3. — Cattle— Beeves, $4 @ 4.75; cows and bulls, mixed, $2 @ 4; stockers and feeders, $3.50@4.40; calves and yearlings, $3.75 @4.90. Hogs, $4.95@5.10; bulk, $5.02 1-2 South St. Paul, April 3. — Hogs — $4.40@5.10. Cattle — Heifers, $3.50@ 8.80; cows, $2@3.90; bulls, $: calves, $5.50@6; stockers, $3. SAWYER’S OBSEQUIES. Funeral of the Wisconsin Statesman at Oshkosh. Oshkosh, Wis., April 3.—Former Sen- ator Philetus Sawyer was buried yes- terday afternoon and the funeral was the most imposing and impressive ever held in this district. The special trains on the Northwestern and St. Paul roads brought 4,000 people to the city. The services were marked by the greatest simplicity, according to the wish of the deceased. Rev. Edward H. Smith, of the First Congregational church, conducted them and he made no address whatever. The funeral pro- cession was the longest ever seen here, the various civic societies and the militia turning out. The pallbearers were all relatives of the deceased. The funeral was attended by the state officers and by most of the prominent men of the state. FARMERS TO MAKE STARCH. Co-operative Factory for Grants- burg, Wis. Grantsburg, Wis., April 3. — At a large meeting of the representative farmers of the county, held at the court house, it was decided to build a farmers’ co-operative potato starch factory in this village, to be known as the Farmers’ Starch Factory of Bur- nett county. A committee on incorpor- ation was appointed, and as soon sas a sufficient amount of stock is disposed of, the building will be erected. They expect to grind this season’s crop. The capital stock is $15,000. TOO LATE now. Man Executed on Circumstantial Evidence Wrote of His Innocence. Butte, Mont., April 3—The alleged confession of Joseph C. Hurst to Preacher Warman, that he killed Sher- iff. Cavanaugh, is generally discredited by the press. Saturday a letter writ- ten by Hurst just before his execution, was received, and in an exhaustive re- view he protests his innocence and argues the improbability and impossi- pility of his having committed the crime. TO BUILD A BRANCH LINE. Large Area of Country Will Be Opened Up by Railroad. Devil’s Lake, N. D., April 3.—Nearly 200 representative farmers and busi- ness men met in the court house here Saturday. Three thousand dollars will be put up Wednesday night, which will insure the building of a branca line fifteen miles north from Deviis Lake. This opens up a large area of country to profitable farming opera tions. To Erect a New Hall. Sioux Falls, 8. D., April 3—for some time the town of Langford has felt the need of a public hall. Swan Ogren, a citizen of the town, has finally de- cided to erect such a building at a cost of $4,000. The fraternal societies of the town have not had suitable quar. ters, and steps are now being taken to rent a portion of the new building for lodge purposes. . Burned by Gasoline Explosion. Jackson, Minn., April 3. — An un- known man, supposed to be a tramp stealing a ride in a Milwaukee road boxcar, was burned to a crisp, and Night operator J. J. Dolan was severe- ly burned by the explosion of gasoline. The operater, carrying a torch, opened the car door to examine its contents, and an explosion immediately followed. Employes of the Prairie State Paper company, Taylorville, Il, have struck for an increase of 15 cents a day in wages. + |. twins?” . THE TEEMING WEST. Western Cxnada Prairie Lands Being Filled with Excellent Setilers. The salient fact that presents itself in taking a birdseye view of the Ca- nadian West, is that of intense activi- ty in every department. Whether the glance be turned upon the district east of Winnipeg, the Red River Val- ley south or north, the Dauphin and M. & M. W. district, the Southwestern, or whether it take in the great central division along the main line of the C. P. R., stretching away out to the Reckies and from there bending north and south to Prince Alberta and Ed- monton, McLeod and Lethbridge— whether the examination be made in ® any of these directions the same ac- tivity, growth and hopefulness are ob- servable. The Canadian West is not only a good place to locate permanently, but it is also a good place to invite one’s relatives and friends to come to. This is the spirit that seems to ani- mate the West at the present time, and its effects are to be seen on every hand. To enumerate the towns where handsome and substantial blocks and residences have gone up this year would be simply to give a list of the towns and villages along the railway lines. And this movement has not been confined to these centers of popu- lation, but in many cases it has been overshadowed by the improvement in farm buildings. So far as one can see, this is no pass- ing phase, no repetition of any tem- porary boom fbllowing a pefiod of good crops and fair prices. It is a movement more spontaneous, more general, more marked than anything that has gone before, and seems to in- dicate that the great West, like Sam- son, bursting the encompassing bands, has awakened to a period of activity and development that will surpass anything we have known in the past and which will only be paralleled by the opening out of some of the most fertile of the western states of the union. Look at some of the figures. Over &@ thousand schools in Manitoba, and the number going up by leaps and bounds; something like 500 schools in the terri- tories. Winnipeg as representing the gateway of the West, the third city in the Dominion in regard to bank clearings, postal business and proba- } bly in regard to customs, the customs / return at Winnipeg running about 30 to 40 per cent greater month by month than in the fiscal year of 1897-8, the largest previous year for actual] busi- ness entries, when over $900,000 was_ paid through the Winnipeg office for duty; the C. P. R. and Canada Northwest land sales together running over $1,500,000 for the year. ‘Thes® and a thousand more signs show how the West has leaped into new life. This is an inspiring and cheering spectacle, but it brings with it great responsibilities. The business men realize this, the banks realize it ant z have spread their agencies throu: every bustling little town clear out to) © the coast; the churches realize it, and one denomination alone has opened an average of about thirty new stations in each of the past two years, and will increase this in the year now entered upon; the government departments realize it, and there is talk of redis- tribution and additional members. The — educational branches realize it, and i new schools are springing up every- where. Over 12,000 settlers came it! « from the United States alone last year and these, with the people who cam in from the East, prove the most rig orous westerners. They lose no time in develoving their farms, in filling their grazing lands with stock, and in every district is to be found evidences of thrift and prosperity. Sometimes an Obstacle. “A man ought to save money for his family.” “Yes, if his family will let bim.”"— Chicago Record. 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