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MANITOBA FREE -frRESS, WINNIPEG, SATURDAY, JULY 31, 1915. MEIGHEN HAS HOT Manitoba's Political Campaign during a great uproar, would alst our campaign will be given to Winnipeg, July 30, 1915. HAYDEN IS POPULAR. 1 appeal to the electorate, and the Mr. Willis refer to Mr.

Lawrence, tho man whom he was supposed to ba representing. Dr. in a masterly effort, explained tho circumstances that led to the resignation of the Robiin government lo the entire satisfaction of the large audience present. Dr. Thornton showed up the consphncy through the Fullerton charges to besmirch the oluu-.

acter of Mr. Mr. Willis complained loudly ahorrt the electolns being brought on befoie tho report of the commissions made. Dr. Thornton scored a grc.v.

point when he that the Conservative convention held at Winnipeg hnd already rendered judgment on tho evidence brought out hefoie tho commission without waiting for a report by throwing them over- Killarney, July 30. A rousing meeting was held here Inst night in the interest of M. Hnydcn, the Liberal candidate. The meeting wns addressed by tho candidate and Hon. R.

S. Thornton, and by R. Willis in the Interest of George Lawrence, the Conservative candidate. Mr. Hayden confined his remarks entirely to the Liberal platform.

Mr. Mlllls. In a speech of fifty-live minutes, dealt largely with the Fullerton charges, endeavorftig principally to create the Impression that Hon. T. C.

Norrls and his associates were as had as the members of the Itoblln administration. The audience did not luke his remarks seriously, and he was continuously interrupted by Hhonts of derisive laughter. The Hon. Dr. Thornton, on rising, ivas given a rousing reception.

In his opening remarks he drew ntten- TIME AT Effective Heckling and Uproarious Scenes Mark Meeting Addressed by Solicitor-General. Popularity of Norris Demonstrat. ed by Applause Evoked by Reference to Premier. (Free greatly-boosted meeting at which Hon. Arthur Meighen, solicitor-general, was announced as the principal speaker, was held ut the city hall this evening and was a disappointing affair from tho Conservative point of view.

fully three parts of an hour justify a start being made. the llrst address ever de livered by the Hon, Arthur Meighen In Brandon and Ills experience will not soon bo forgotten. Tito audience caught him napping nil the timo and kept things lively by effective heck- Popularity of Norris Shown, l'he first roforenco made from ilte ltform 10 Premier Norrls evoked thunderous applause. The hall lllletl up as tnc evening auvanceti ana tno political comnlexlon was evidently about equally divided. Tne soncuor-generai at ono point Invited his questioner, a prominent onco did Important Information to the Farmers of Western Canada OR the past few years WILL BUILDSCHOOLS Hon.

Ed. Brown Indicates Policy of Liberal Government Regarding Education. Speaks at Enthusiastic Meeting at Crystal City in Support of J. B. Baird.

rry.st.il t'uy, July 30. A lai S'1 and icpresontathe wcctiiiR was Jir lit Here lunieht In the interest of Jironn. provinelal treasurer, and .1. U. lS.iiul Hue the chief speakers.

The chairman. 10. T. U.eemvuy, president of the Liberal association, in 01 remarks, congratulated the n.rctins on the fact that there were i-o many ladles present. The Real Property Act Larjilerkln.

cf the Hly of the1' mot Vmri'of I and the iltliliin: j'ly "'in' 'the' In a liner by 'sa'iQ llliwted. nud Iiim appoint, tllir- 1 1' f.N',l,!in'-,- same, the land will he prnuslit oporaUou of h-HU rL Us Is-iliim" a of title to ti'oneVoCVonr '1 ilfiy flity-i tn r. Kiijht sliown of survey of jnrt of Lot Tl.irlv P'l. of the lrlufI. e.CU Winnipeg Dl lsiuu, N' Applicant claims under Tax "to' Hlrnm A.

Klcinlnc Winnipeg. ML.uk Aruis'imng. AVlnnlpi Porta Mr. Manitoba. I'hi sietnn.

(Scat) Drputy District Kejjlst TENDERS FOR Painting and Decorating Scaled tenders will be received by the r.btaineil by appljii of the mclal Areiiteet. 'M Fort We have been studying the flax situation and believe it worthy -f a speoial letter before issuing our regular wheat circular. The increased acreage of both wheat and oats in the Canadian Northwest has decreased the flax acreage to such an extent that the small amount available this will all be wanted, in our and uld ll veur flax buv the ontion We expect to see this commodity tellina at S1.85 oer apparently ignored when we last few years flax go at when the farmers had it for opportunity therefore to advise farmers who are fortunate to hv. to hold it for at least T.O.B. Fort William This moans in the neighborhood of $1,000.00 to $1,500.00 per oar extra, and you cannot afford to lose this or even part of it.

Don't sell a bushel at low prices, it is far too valuable to sacrifice. If you have any of last year's oats and wheat, rush shipment and get it sold before the new crop comes on the market. Write us for any information you may want. Watch our advertisements for market pointers, they will mean money to you. not confirm the invitation.

Ex-Mayor Hughes, who presided, said that nobody In the province had reason to be proud of What had recently been going on under the late government. Noiman Elliott, a rather clover young speaker from "Winnipeg, admitted that the minda of tho peoiJlu liid been greatly shocked by what had been going on la the province during the last few months. Ther? wai no question that the old leaders had failed, but ho thought Premier Norils was greatly to blame by having un election at tho present time, without giving the people a chauco to study tho planks of the new Con-Conduct Without Defence. Mr. Meighen did not think there war.

any blame attached to Prmlcr Norrls for holding an election of the Conservative government (hiring tho last 13 years, as they had passed mucii strong una uamui islation, though 'the comTuct of the I government respecting the Parliament buildings wan without defence dnDnTlllg th Vnrthei 0t l.hi fronucntly inter rupted! Mr. Meighen said that the HUDSON AND PAREISH ADDEESS THE ELECTORS A. B. Hudson and W. L.

Punish have Issued the following address to the. electors of Winnipeg Smith: "Only a year ago wo received flattering evidence of your favor. We hope Hint you can. hco your way to 602 Great West Permanent Building', Main Street WINNIPEG PHONE MAIN 67. CUT THE COUPON NOW! ENTIRE have been pressing themselves upon public attention for a long period.

hns merely begun, and the mier. Hon. T. C. Norrls, Is determined that It shall go on continuously as long as the need exists.

Wc must assume our share of the burden which tho process of upbuilding entails, and with your continued good-will and active support we believe that wo can do so usefully. The government programme Is, briefly, to carry Into effect the platform upon which wo appealed to you a year ago. substituting a referendum on Prohibition for a referendum 011 'Banish the We want to boo huslnos moth- ds Introduced into tho conduct of public arrnirs. and llrst and toroinost consideration given to the old-fnsh-ioncd principles of common honesty and consideration for the rights of the public at large. "Polling takes place on Friday of next week, Aug.

0, bctweon the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., and wo shall not bo able to do much In tho wuv of a personal canvass. As wo said a year ago, 'the fight is yours as well as 011 i and It is still necessary for us to fight with all our might lu order that the forces of evlimay not again secure tho as- "Our committee headquarters arc at the comer of Portage avenuo and Carlton street (telephone Main 2747 mid Main- 2935), and other committee rooms are located at convenient points in the constituency. Information by means of which you may as- Sale them big advam McBEAN BROS. Big Money in Growing Fruit On Similkameen Fruit Farms Become Independent The first iiHsrion, the groat problem for yon unci everyone, is to et food and clothing and shelter.

Most people assume by I heir style of living and ivy to make themselves believe that they are far above this. Hut the homely Mact is that whole lot of us would hre.ithe a mighty sigh of relief were we relieved of the daily necessity of smuggling for living and 11 home. As wo have said before, it is vt--y seldom that anyone can save enough out of a salary, or out of an income for professional work of any kind, to make, them meagrely independent. This seems to be true whelliev the salaries arc birge or small. And "independence" is a relative term, also; for what might see one through safely may be swept away in a day, owing to the circumstance over which one has 110 control.

It is to you people particularly that fruit growing on the SIMTLKAMIiEX FRUIT FARMS should appeal, for fruit growing combines almost absolute safely with great returns. Are You Master of Money? or Is Money Master of You? WTiieh is the servant I is largely up to you. Opportunity is here! Do you really want to make yoursell independent? Were you serious in those thoughts when you said, "If I only had a chance! You'll find a coupon below. Fill it in and mail it today, and learn how for a little money you can own f) or 10 acres of the best fruit growing and garden truck land in the Dominion. Jill in the coupon now.

Similkameen Fruit Lands Ltd. Will blllld thorn snnn Alhl' Tho temperance question brought give prohibition of the muor trarric oy July 1, 1916. This vill bo brone-ht nhJl nMnlo themselves Ihrour-h tho rnrnn1iim. Tho latest steal by the late govern- uh.ul is me piatform or tbe Liberal party, upon which It had been standing for all these j-cars. The spoaker spent some time in giving the meeting an Insight Into the state of tho treasury of the province when he, as treasurer, took office.

His statements surprised many of the audience, no doubt. He showed that tho department was in ess ni tnat tune, but promised to Ightcn out tho affairs of the de partment as speedily as possible. will give you business adminis tration In my department," tho had been exnoscd. and surelv 95 per cent of the people of this vinco would say that the lleuten--governor of Manitoba did right In appointing tho royal commission to investigate the parliament buildings affair. returned to power on AugU3t Intend to eo on with these build ings, and will give the provlnco an honest account of how all money 13 spent." declared Mr.

Brown, amid loud applause. elmwoodIlegtors HEARJLCi FRASER Brandon Speaker Says Principles Are Par Abova Party Support for Dr. Hamilton. "Forget party names. Remember principles.

They are bigger than party; far above Liberal or Conscr- e. It is a question of eternal principles that wo are fighting for id on which you will cast your vote 1 August With theso final words ringing-In te ears of his audience, A. Frascr, of Brandon, concluded a re markably convincing speech Inst lght at the Lord Selkirk school In Elmwood when speaking in support of the enndidature of Dr. T. Glen Hamilton, the Norrls candlelit: tho forthcoming election.

Dealing with a personal rr flrst, Mr. Fraser declared that, hav ing known T. C. Norrls intimately for 30 years, the Fullerton charges had nevr caused him a moment's un easiness. Good men, declared the speaker, required no certlllcate of character from evil men, and tho fact that ex-Attorncy-Goncral Howden had rtideavored to besmirch the good name of the piomler was in itself the best evidence of the integrity of Mr.

Fraser denounced In scathing terms tno man, occupying tnc post tion of Mist law officer of the crown who had brazenly admitted undo: oath that he had attempted to make a corrupt aeai. Sudden Convers'u Mr. Fraser stated thai thlrtcn months ago he (the sneaker) was arguing in favor of the Liberal platform on temperance reform, social reform, educational reform, and the extension of tho franchlso to women, anil lio had to meet thi determined opposition of tho Con scrvative forces. He had tried ti convince the Conservatives of the soundness of his arguments and the unsoundness of theirs, but with little apparent access. Now, for od with the million-dollar mystery 1 vatlvc; had reversed their opinions and claimed to be honestly convcri the very principles which they had Dealing with the temperance policy denied that Mr.

Norris had stated that two years would elapse before pn.l Ibitlon could be onfon.vd through ith the as5istauc( of il.e ttmpeiancc Iead--, It mighi ne a measure ol "Abo ihc it mucin he the Macdonald Act: 01 It might bo tho Act amended. In any event, the bill would and then printed fo distribution! the electors of th-j province. I I'nmlcr Norris had prjmised thai prohibition would come into: force within two months of the referendum, if the" people declared In favor of prohibition. Triflers Not Wanted. Mr.

Fraser characterised the action of the now Conservative party as Insulting to the Intelligence of the people, and doscribed tho Conservative candidates as a set of trlQers. He criticised tho action of the fourteen who had pledged their public reputation by making the Fullerton charges, which had been pronounced by a royal commission as unfounded, and condemned the nine who are candidates at the forthcoming election. Return Norris Government. Mr. Frascr contended that the return of the Norrls government was tho only assurance that the plan of carried out.

The Investigation of the Agricultural college well an those of tho the Brandon aHjium, should ho undertaken, and in tno last case contended that tho province had beei robbed of at least J300.000. Tho prospects in tnc Dr. Hamilton thcli mibe V. McWllllama also nddn Iho meeting, which wan presided over by D. T.

nay. The candidate was not present, but he sent from Beauscjour, where he was; addressing a meeting, a letter to the electors expressing his appreciation of the confidence reposed In him, and assuring them that success would crown their efforts on his behalf. ill bo hold evening lit McKlttrlck hall, No. 71) Osborne street, and at the Central committee rooms, comer of Portage ami Curltoli. The meeting at McKlttrlck hall will be commenced at 7:15 anil the other meeting at S.

Messrs. Norrls and Parrlsh will address both meetings; other speakers will be announced later. Mr. Norrls will be the first speaker at each mooting. Assignment to His Wife.

South "Winnipeg, or his conlract with the provincial government for ofiicos in the Boyd block, was executed (o Mb wife, Frances Irene Boyd. tho fifth time he was soliciting the for Mountain, and so far lie had time successful. He ex- nng conlldence in tho ability and honesty of Pre- to support iiln: in the present campaign so that he might help Norrls tho temperance question, the poaker said that If ihe nennln at return the Norrls govcrn- lent to power the referendum on the uestlon would be given to the voters. Tho Liberal Policy. "We believe In letting tho will of he people mle In this matter." he aid.

Ho believed that tho Fullerton barges were entirely false and were iiadC for the nurnnsp of hpsmlrrhlnrr the political character of Norrls and otner members of Ins government, wlih the result that the commission found no ground for these charges. Mr. Haiid urged the voters of the fi and poll their ote. lie' found that of the opinion that their him, but they not rest on that thought. With the promise that the Liberal platform would be carried tnc inn, he gave the meeting he bauds of Brown.

mgratulntco Constituency. fact that the action of the people of this constituency had stood out for tho last fifteen years against tho con- uct or tue into government. Other laces In Manitoba had been derived In this matter, but not Moun-iln. "We are not following the tandards of tho late government. we were," he said, "we should have one to the country at once upon elng called and forced to assume io reins of government, but wc ould not take an unfair advantage he ed and also we are giving time needed to reorganize coiner to rive the women of Manitoba the Mr.

Brown said, and this brought the hearty applause of the meeting, especially ladies in the audience, 'nils of justice must bn lie declared, "so. although pleasant duty, we aro go ing to punish all wrong-doing com- by any party or parties. We ew to the lino and tor the chips hero they may." Ho promised the people an increase in school or from 5130 to $200. The English language must be taught in for Every Child. "Every child must bo given the ihance of an education.

If schools nave not been built where needed, we CANDIDATE THOS. H. JOHNSON, ESQ. Election agent, Percy "Wilson Suite Dank of Hamilton Cham- CANDIDATE F. J.

DIXON, ESQ. CANDIDATE H. M. HANNESSON, ESQ. Election agent, G.

A. Ajcford, 550 I'urby street. City. CANDIDATE A. J.

NOEQUAY, ESQ. Election agcni Chambers, City, Tenders for Laying Watermains -thi-r with conditions governing i-r the' ClTyEn' ncer, 22; James Avenue. Winnipeg. NOTICE Electoral Division of St. Clements Notice is hereby given that Dona! ndicw Uosh, and Thomas Ha nndidates for members In sa tectorial district have appointed tho following persons us tlielr tespecm East Selkuk.

merchant, i he agent of said Donald A. Rosi and Thomas Bunn. of the town Selkirk, in Manitoba, clerk, as uget Dated at East Selkirk, Manitoba, tils 30tn aay ui juu, E. C. GOULDING.

Returning Of fleer. Tenders for Supply of Coal I I i ellvered at 'the Puldlc Bsth! a Iv 1 1 i 1 1 i r. 'governing tend ers as procrihod by By-law may he obtained at the office of Hie City En- Tenders for Desks, Wood and Coal Tenders for Heating of1 ''Winnipeg Pui.ilc" School Board for' a 'Ventilating lalled In the l.UXTON SCHOOL For pin ind form of of Buildings. School R. H.

SMITH. Sccrctarj- W.P.S.B. 600 GRAIN EXCHANGE When you want a sturdy, lived, fire-proof roof, put LIBERAL MEETING IN NORTH WINNIPEG North Winnipeg electors asymbli in the Hungarian hull last nliit to hear the Liberal candidates II. W. Loworv and S.

Hart Green, M't foit'i the issues now before the opinion, at much high. back i of the ell at $2.50 and nossibly short time a no when October bushel, the miners were nil This advic look at the havt 1 forced to let their sale. We long- trust laying, tijiM- and lull mtormation. saving suggestions. lUKuniu a limit of satisfaction ilia is free from Kre.ise stlekmehc.

and onee ii.v;d will i bo (Unplaced by of the have uaed i'aiUian S.n:e i time, and think It has no uiual 'Mrs. William 1 oirl unH Kor aeheH, pains, rheumatism, el try Parisian Cerate. nuuuu, IUi. use in mace el. Clo.ato I (Continued on Pace i mm ft Each tender must be accompanied by in "EASTLAKE" Galvanized Shingles.

your You may be able to get cheaper bnlHW "Eastlulte" Galvanized Shingles are in motal flliinulo world. Ever since 1881 llicv havt: standard for durability, in noss and perfect simplicity design, he construction is exclusive, you emi't gel it in cheat i imitations you cun'tgetany where else the "Eastlakc patented features that ensure an absolutely weather-tight, time and fire-proof roof. "Eafltlake" roofs laid SO ycara ago are strll giving perfect service. They are fireproof and good for a long Tel? 5 time yet. Write ub for prices, what buiuimg or repairing you want tio.

Wo'll make msiblc, money Write ub to-day. Rack ud Brfck-facuISIdinjc "Empire" Crrortd VtntJUton. JtMl-litbb sad rrcrrthlnc la Bbt THE METALLIC ROOFING LTD. 29 WINNIPEG wsmiisetorers Liquidation OF Carsley THOMAS H. JOHNSO be obtamrd hv nr.lvir.tr the ofllce of the provincial architect.

Kort street. Each tender must be accompanied by a marked tract will bo entered Into. Tho lowest or any tender not necessarily ac- Tenders for Bridge Wmnlpeir. or at lithe brhU't cfMrr of I for tho l.riiip' be separate. A andabutmen per cent, of contract price payable to 'he municipality of Daly must accompany each tender.

Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepicd. J. R. V. SHANKS, Chairman.

Bridge Committee, "Wheat-load. Mm, TENDER staled temlcit will he n'unuil by inrierML.el until U' o'clock noon Hpday. Amtiuu I Di h. fur tile con- iwcr house wUn the U'hmipeff6 Law- Address, 622 Mcrm on Dudley avenue. 52,750 each.

New. lully modern. feet on Iicnfi.nv. corner Ilaslclns. ill 5350.

u-orth Tran.M nn )0t north $500. clear, for ir'tV-'1 uthh.V,i?lhcrta; hearmc 10 per '1'2' Liberals of South Winnipeg ATTENTION Automobiles are very necessary to carry voters to the polls on August 6. Volunteers will kindly send in their names and number of car at once to 356 Portage Avenue, or Phone Main 2747, 2935. JOILN McKAE, Clininmin. Dry Goods and Ready -to -Wear Stock Opens This Morning And Continues for 14 Days Good Advice on Hair Culture How to Stop Falling Hair and Drive Away Dandrotf Once a day, If only for one minute, very woman and every man, too, for hat matter.

oiiRht to rub the hcalp iimroiisly with the tins of the Hn- Mip and causes Iho blood lx profusely and lus- I'iirlhlun Sase Is the hair jrrower nnd bpautlfler most In demand by illscrlmlnntlnB people. So THE TRADERS TRUST LTD. (FORMERLY NEWTON NICHOLSON) 344 MAIN STREET ARCHIVE YFWSPAPFR FWSPAPFR ARCHIVE.

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