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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 11, 1919
Page
2
The Dominion government allocates about 20 million dollars over five years for provinces to spend on roads, with federal support for first class routes. editorials question Dewdney and Westminster Fraser shift, note Laurier's estate, and discuss Alberta women, Oliver, and BC politics.
The text describes stricter enforcement requiring labeling of Oriental egg packages and prohibits white waitress staff in the restaurant. It hints at possible relocation to China for the owner if compliance is not achieved, reflecting era prejudices and imperial tones in business regulation.
Premier Oliver says he does not expect an early election unless the lieutenant governor signals. He notes there is no election sight and confirms the government will completely revise the election act before the next session, stressing the need to rely on the lieutenant governor’s word.
The text notes rising per capita War Savings and Thrift Stamp purchases in the United States with about 83 cents in December. In Britain the week ending February 2 saw 2,208,810 War Savings Certificates sold, with over 403,000 buyers taking single or series certificates. A National War Savings committee statement asserts that many investors, including wealthy individuals, continue to support the program, anticipating long-term benefits five years hence from patriotic origins aiding war finance.
The Saturday Evening Post price under five cents per copy and 2.60 a year. The Country Gentleman price under four cents per copy and 1.75 a year. Including postage, A. R. Dorain, Crawford West, Vancouver, B.C.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsia as a rapid remedy for stomach trouble, gases, and dyspepsia. It promises relief within five minutes from sour stomach after meals and related discomforts described in a persuasive, period voice.
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