He continues: Many of the workmen employed in Canadian mills are French Canadians. generally naturalized American citizens who have returned because of the good wages obtainable in their parent country. Formerly cheaper living and lower rents. especially in the Province of Quebec. were additional inducements for their homecoming. but these no longer prevail. as the prices for provisions are at times even higher than In the States bordering on this province. and rents have risen in manufacturing and harbor towns from 50 to 100 per cent and more within the last three years. The skilled mechanics employed In the Canadian paper mills are generally native Americans. They receive even higher wages than In the United States. as an inducement to leave their home and country.
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