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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 10, 1917
Page
4
The article urges immediate action to boost 1917 production and criticizes Ottawa's slow approach. It notes Ontario's director of agriculture, Mr. Hearst, has achieved more in a short time than the Ottawa minister, arguing the minister need not be a trained agriculturist.
The piece credits Sir Clifford Sifton with organizing Canada's great immigration drive as Minister of Interior. It notes immigration rose from 16 835 in 1896 to 402 432 by 1912 under him, then declined after retirement. It argues for his return to public service, urging him to lead a reorganized Cabinet with strong brains, especially in Agriculture.
A speaker defends a rich public figure, praising his real estate success and abilities. Citing one year of immigration work, the speaker claims 402,432 settlers equate to $400 million in national wealth, arguing that common sense supports bringing such a capable man back into public life.
Heavy shipments by week end were ripe and moldy, forcing use in Calgary at reduced prices. Prices held at 2.50 but dropped to 2 in many sales to move stock. Some lots sold with minimal delivery to retailers. Demand remains strong as buyers seek low prices for large usage.
The editor compares roads to New Westminster halves, praising the north side from here to Haney but condemning the span from Haney to Mission City. He notes good Abbotsford connections, gravel on the Yale road, and a failing Haney to Mission stretch that could worsen without spring repairs and proper funding.
Roy Turner reports a pleasant auto trip from Mission City to Los Angeles by Ford, covering 1750 miles in ten days with no repairs. He notes California roads are excellent and nearly paved, while Oregon roads were less certain on this run. This is his second trip north on the same route, having done it last year.
A note notes that about 6 000 000 has been appropriated to repair roads, aiming to place them in good condition before the rainy season. The route is praised for scenery along the way with Turner guiding, and highlights Kwinter National Park 70 miles from Tagona as a must see.
Richard McBride helped shape party government in British Columbia. He formed a Conservative ministry after June 1908, won elections in 1907 1909 and 1912, and presided during BC’s expansion era. Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George, he served as premier until 1915 and later as agent-general before ill health ended his public service.
A traveler touts Paradise Valley in Tacoma Park as a top scenery spot with 6500 feet of easy ascent. He praises its trees, shrubs, glaciers, and calls the park the beauty spot of the Pacific, offering to share information with visitors.
Land description notice offering two million three hundred thousand acres opened for homesteads and sale under a congressional act of June 9 1016. Includes large map with section descriptions and elevations. Postpaid request to Grant Lands Locating Co Box 610 Portland Or.
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