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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 30, 1920
Page
1
A new Mutsqui Mission ferry awaits a name as speculation runs. The old vessel carried the name John T. Sprott after a renowned road inspector. readers propose John Oliver Flirt or Dashing Wave, though the final choice remains undecided pending public sentiment.
A letter from Major J.T. Retallick announces the abolition of the B C public utilities commission. The piece notes Ottawa negotiations and hopes that Dominion Railway Board control over the B C Electric Railway Co may restore provincial oversight and revive the commission. If reversion occurs, Vancouver would seek a continued PUC inquiry into a five cent fare. The letter was tabled until Mayor Gale returns from Ottawa.
Since March 27 J M Humphrey provincial organizer formed seventeen new locals in the Iraser Valley and scheduled meetings through late April and early May in Murrayville Aldergrove Abbotford Mitlehman Sperling Mission Dewdney Ashcroft North Bend. He will then visit Malakwa farms before returning to the Fraser Valley in June.
April news notes a survey and planned road from Hope to a facility then to Penticton, tying into the Trans-Canada Highway. Prospectors and mining men welcome the project amid rising activity and local gravel work on the Huntingdon Riverside route between Abbotsford and Matsqui. a community sale date of May 9 is announced by the GWA.
The Dolly Varden mine at Allee Arm figures in a long history as a new act to prevent ligation is passed. The Taylor Mining Company enlarges its operations with railway access and aerial tram, listing its directors and officers. The property expands from 40,000 tons of proved ore to a developing, high valued silver and zinc prospect, shipped ore yielding substantial silver and ore analyses noted.
A large crowd from the Presbyterian church and its congregation surprised Miss Helen McCallum at her father Alex McCallum’s home on Monday evening the 26th. The Rev W Robertson read an address of gratitude for her four years as organist and the choir presented an ivory manicure set. Mr Robertsom praised Mr McCallum for his faithful church and community work as he received a fountain pen from the group. A brief program followed with piano duets and solos, recitations, and a complimentary address, with refreshments served as all enjoyed the evening.
Mr. Fraser York asserts he may own a claim to half the town site of Bellingham potentially making him a millionaire. His father originated coal mines in Na naimo and received 160 acres from the federal government for settlers in Whatcom County, including York’s family. The York addition is part of Bellingham. oldtimers wish him success in proving his heritage.
On Monday evening at the Mase a quiet wedding was solemnized Gladys Dorothy Bannerman the only daughter of Mr and Mrs Bannerman married Frank Walter Brown Rev W Robertson officiated The couple were unattended
A Friday evening birthday party honored Charlie Roberts with many young friends in attendance. After several games, a dainty Indian served the birthday cake, marking the celebration.
An advertise layout describes a well equipped Abbotsford garage offering automotive services. The note mentions enterprising locals, summer use of hammocks, and a casual glimpse of residents like Mr Jimmie Downie and Mr Ruthler, with Spring implied in Abbotsford.
Local Ladies Aid plans a May meeting at Mrs Ryall's home while neighbors share news of promotions, visits, and farewells. Recitals, travels to Vancouver and New Westminster, and hospital arrivals mark a lively social arc with many families visiting California and the coast.
A community notice invites residents of Abbotsford and surrounding districts to participate in a Mother's Day wine Meals drive. The committee asks owners of suites to join the event meeting at the G Way on Sunday after noon, proceeding along scenic roads through Antsqui and Sumas.
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