Vancouver Visits and Local Notices Weekly Roundup
IHRSONALS lists visits by Mr and Mrs Tewis of Vancouver and multiple town residents including Miss McMaster and Mrs Davenport. Notes on motor trips to Vancouver Abbotsford and Victoria, wartime movements, and social club meetings. Mentions St Pauls Ladies Aid Huntingdon and Sumas valley land reclamation plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dia McMaster
Nollinghine
Blatt
Pyrothewey
New Westminster
John Spencer
Vancouver
J. K. McMenemy
H. By
R. Thomas
A. M. King
B. Clark
W. Longfellow
McMaster
M. Ware Copeland
J. Mel@wen
J. McLean
Percy R. Peele
Ed. Barrett
Abbotsford
Joe Williams
Engineers
N. Vancouver
72Nd Highlanders
Mission
Dan McGilivray
121St
Western Trish
Hd Barrett
John Gillen
Ottawa
J. Fadden
Huntingdon
W. Davenport
Gertrude Davenport
May Day Mention Rings Through War Chronicle
A brief wartime note recalls May Day and May 8 as Maye Mr. M W Copeland reaches England with the 67th and hints at action in France. The piece highlights brave service by American soldiers abroad in that era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.W. Copeland
England
France
Fine Looking Soldiers Depart for Matin Abbotsford
The departure of the T2nd haves to matiiy in Abbotsford due to the number of local boys connected with his oracle pessient. Ples Chapman Trethewey Cruimley Gordon and Wall were well employed at the milly Ptes Vong sil Anderton taal. Messrs McGowan and Hillier went to Vancouver with the boys and saw them off. Easter Sunday will be observed in our churches with appropriate sermons and musical selections. Rev C McDiarmid of Vancouver conducted Presbyterian services at Mission City last Sabbath as Rev Mr Campbell was at Mission City, charge vacant following Rev Mr Conn leaving for Matheson in Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matiiy
Abbotsford
Chapman
Trethewey
Cruimley
Gordon
Wall
Wil
Dhe Milly
Vong Sil Anderton Taal
Ples
Warewink
Cuthbert
Caldwell
Messrs
McGowan
Hillier
Vancouver
Mission
C. McDiarmid
Campbell
Mission City
Conn
Matheson
Temiscaming
Ontario
May 5 enlistment honors King’s colors enlistees
The notice records that Ernest Garley Clarence Garley and Matt Nelson enlisted by May 5 with most eligible applying while some were rejected for physical disability. It honors all who have donned the King’s colors regardless of eligibility outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest
Clarence Garley
Matt Nelson
Local Trades and New Agencies Highlight May Week
The May Day bulletin notes the completion of Messrs Ryall’s new garage with efforts aiding bulky cars. Mr Currie has taken the Magneto Cream Separator traveling agency and may travel from Abbotsford on canvassing trips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Currie
Abbotsford
May Day Plans Follow May Day Holiday
The note mentions delaying May 5 and planning a holiday on the next month’s May Day. It states the manse is under the care of the papercharger and decorator this week and will look well after Mr Zeigler completes his work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Papercharger and Decorator
Zeigler
May Day Reminder: Weather Delays Gardeners and Farmers
The text notes the approach of May and describes cold weather slowing gardeners and farmers from their usual spring work. It reflects seasonal frustration and agricultural impact in a local context.
Canadian Patriotic Fund Collections Report and Updates
The report details subscriptions and donations to the Canadian Patriotic Fund, including monthly payments to cover a 42 month war period and total subscriptions, with cash donations and payments tallied. Updates mention Mr A Trethewey recovering in Chicago and Mrs Boyd's rapid recovery after surgery, plus Corporal Weir receiving the new military medal in addition to the Distinguished Conduct Medal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HBOS
Weir
Eric
Recruiting officer notes enlistment pressure in Fraser Valley
A recruiting officer who has traveled the Valley says many young men eligible to enlist avoid officers. Three hundred more are needed to fill the 121st battalion. He hints local papers may publish his list of eligibles who have not yet joined, while preferring to publish those who enlisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraser Valey
Fraser Valley
Progress
The
Columbian
Fraser River Water Rise Forecast At End Of Month
The Fraser river stands about three feet above low water mark with the spring rise following a pattern of five feet above low water in recent Aprils. At current rates the level is expected to increase this year by month’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fraser River
Pouliday Notes on Incubation and Brooding Practices
Guidance on incubator room temperature within a 10 degree range and a preferred 45 to 55 degree environment. Incubation window from March 16 to May 15 with hand turning. ventilation, moisture, and steam methods described. move chicks to brooder after 24 36 hours. feed at 48 hours with dry bread soaked in sour milk. avoid overcrowding and chilling. tips on brooder types and early feeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. C
Wounded in France A Canadian Cable Sent Prompt News
A cablegram to T J Cox reports his son Percy Cox in France wounded in the leg with no details on severity yet. Casualty lists include Pils W A Nicholson formerly of Mission City noted as a crack shot. Reports also say Cruickshank brothers of Matsqui in France have been wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prager Valley
T. J. Cox
Percy Cox
France
Pils
W. A. Nicholson
Mission City
Matsqui
Moving in Steelhead Valley Centre Rally Planned
A committee formed by Miss McColm and residents plans a May 24 picnic and masquerade dance at the Steelhead Valley Centre school grounds. The event will feature sports, a dance, and entertainment by local families to inspire a spirited community gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prom Prayer Valley
Steelhead
Kipling
Courage and kindness as daily neighbors
A reflective note on sharing courage while keeping fears private, urging acts of usefulness to others despite flaws. It emphasizes that kindness sustains a tolerable world and that each person can contribute, regardless of hardship or status.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tewis
Mesa
Oak
Wig
FP. A. Clark
St. Paul's Church
Sumas Valley
Maye
Canadian Patriotic Fund Collections
Abbotsford, Matsijat and
Simin
N, Hill
Sec
Treas
A. Trethewey
Chicago
Adden Sanatorium
Fraser River Normal
Pouliday
Pra
Steelhead Valley Centre
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