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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 15, 1921
Page
2
The Abbotsford column weighs draught horse production costs and demand, noting tractor competition yet renewed city and farm needs. It urges farmers to improve mares for future markets, asserting quality weight and soundness drive recovery and stable, profitable horse breeding.
The Agricultural Committee urges revision of personal property tax to aid land settlement and farm equipment. It calls for rural road improvements for motor trucks, lower freight rates, and expansion of land clearing gear. The report notes rising Oriental land ownership and proposes actions by provinces and agencies to boost agricultural production and trade balance. It also addresses Indian reserves, workmen benefits, and freight and express rate issues.
In a humorous back and forth Mrs Gages complains about shells for women, while Mr Gages replies with a sharp preference for an axe, highlighting a sly quarrel over weaponry and gender.
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