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    1. [CAN-BC] The New England, 1905
    2. Taryn Jones
    3. Hello everyone During some newspaper research in the Victoria newspaper of Jan. 1905 I found an article relating to the suicide of a 15 year old boy (Jan. 29 1905). Apparently he was overly fond of explosives, and had blown off 3 of his fingers a month before his death. He left a suicide note in the room that he shot himself in explaining that he was no good for work and didn't want to hurt anybody, so he killed himself. It said that he took a room in the New England and at half past nine at night shot himself. He died almost instantly. Can anyone tell me where the New England was, or what is now occupying the building? I live in Victoria, so know the streets, landmarks etc. However, I have never heard of the New England before. I am assuming it was a hotel? I'm just curious, as I'd never heard of it before. Thanks for your help! Taryn Jones

    01/30/2002 10:30:48