G W V A in Abbotsford War Work Support Strong
The Abbotsford G W V A reports strong local backing for war relief efforts. A war memorial is planned, with financing mainly from member dues. The group plans a semi annual event to replace public police money driven activities and to fund the local hospital ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. CG. McNell
Aunward
Thenomoroua
Boldin Sorlers
Abbotsford
Gov. Vory
Abbotsford Neat
G. W. Visa
Step Up On Abbottsford Now and Move School
Abbottsford plans to raise the town high school to a two room building with improved accommodation. The townsite supports sixty percent of costs, but due to distant pupils, the board urges government relief to reduce local expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oneriige Abbotgford
Alf
Promises of Government Help During District Visit
On Saturday last Hon. D Barrow, Minister of Agriculture, toured the district with the provincial engineer and was met by the Board of Trade. In Tungheda and later at the town’s requirements, he heard requests for the government to complete finishing touches on streets and sidewalks still desired by residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D*barrow
Board of Trade
Tungheda
Atza
Otford
Barrow
Amalgamation talks stall at Matsqui Agricultural Society meeting
A deputation from the Matsqui Agricultural Society met at the Bank of Montreal Chambers on Wednesday evening to discuss amalgamation with the Amalgamation Society. Matsqui decided not to pursue amalgamation for now. The meeting drafted a resolution for Dr. McKenzie of the Provincial Pairs, urging incentives for smallholders with up to 20 acres. Additional notes covered poultry prizes and exhibition housing plans. The Ladies Auxiliary to the Hospital announced a dance at the New Theatre on Monday with Huen's Orchestra. J McMcGowan visited Vancouver for business this week.
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Sumass Bhotsford
Agricultural Society
Jwas
Bank of Montreal
Matsqui Agricultural Society
Gifford
Mataqui Association
McKenzie
Huen
Hospital Cornerstone Ceremony Opens New Sumas Abbotsford Facility
The Sumas Abbotsford hospital opened amid a large turnout with Premier John Oliver declaring the institution officially open. Speakers emphasized community support, hospital funding, and cooperation across districts. The dedication included a prayer and banquet, with local dignitaries, lodge members, and hospital board representatives in attendance.
Betty Compson Stars in Paramount Debut At Abotsford
Betty Compson, a bright Sercey actress, appears in her first Paramount starring picture "At the End of the World" at the Abbotsford Theatre tonight. The program praises her dramatic turn and notes the film’s China and Pacific island settings with Milton Lilly as the leading man.
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Betty Compson
Sercey
Paramount
Abbotsford Theatre
Miss Compson
George Thowne Tuckear
China
Pacific
Milton Lilly
Personal notices and society notes from Abbotsford area
Mrs Woody of New Westminster visits Mrs J Byrdges while Mrs Bertine of Chilliwack spends the weekend with her brother Mrs H Fraser. M M Shore on holiday. D Barrow attends Abbotsford Mill luncheon board of trade guests. Out-of-town attendees at M S A Hospital opening include Dr P A McLennan. Mrs R McIntosh of Chilliwack visits Mrs H Prager. Embroidery Club at J A McGowiat’s home. Miss A Steede travels to Nanaimo to meet sister Milas Steed. Miss J Rogers and Mrs Garson visit Measrs Rogers home in Vancouver. Mrs McDowell vacationing in Victoria. a poor-health note about Mrs McDowell. May Day Committee plans, Rev A Herriest to assist with sports program. Abbotsford football loss to Clayburn 0-1. Play “I Can’t Afford It” to be staged at Carman Church, Sardis, April 28 with orchestra. Mr and Mrs John Arnold welcomed a baby boy at Matsqui-Sumas-Abbotsford Hospital. Mrs M Olding is hospitalized. Easter services at St Matthew’s Church listed with choir plans. Officers elected include Rev A H Priest as President and S reag as Secretary. choirmaster P S Thorn outlines future plans for quarterly meetings.
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Matsqdt
Richolds
Toprenen
Jth
McCulloch
Laibate
Alberta
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
British Columbia
Oliver
Chilliwack
J. S. Reynolds
A. Hardlugg
Abbotsford
Lurcal Lodge
A. F
A. M
M. BE
Smith
D. Barrow
Sumas
Matsqui
Wovell
Allin Hospital
Abbotsford Mill
Board of Trade
Vikitory
P. A. McLennen
Vancouver
R. McIntosh
H Prager
Embroidery Club
A. Lee
Robertson
Misa Weatherby
Chilliwace
John Arnold
Matsqui-Sumas-Abbotsford Hospital
Mia. M Olding
St. Mathew's Mharch
Wagneta
Ganizer
A. H. Priest
S Reag
Percy
Atkins
George Baldwin
Boa. Barrett
P.S. Thorn
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Albotsford
J. McMcgqowan
Phillips
B. C
Mas, M
Woody
New
Suesday Eveninu
M's. Northup
Willsopide
Lewis Gideon
John Gibson
Hazelwood
The
Fraser
Arrow
F. J. R. Whitchell
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