Investigation urged into BC school system failures
The Vancouver trustees may probe why many pupils failed the recent entrance exam as Abbotsford Post urges a full inquiry into BC education. It argues the Maritime and Ontario models were misapplied, teachers were trained under an imperfect system, and a thorough review could reveal needed improvements and up-to-date methods.
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City of
Vancouver
British Columbia
Maritime Province
B. C
B.C. Made
Double taxation under new lax plan sparks province fury
Residents denounce the Oliver Brewster administration as a surtax doubles on $20 taxes unpaid or paid, arguing the policy is a rushed measure to show authority. A delegation met the Premier who blamed muddled heads and promised a taxation board to remedy the situation.
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Erin
Bear
Delta
Vancouver Island
Premier Brewster Seeks First Right to Public Funds
The article argues Brewster claims priority to citizens money while noting the government's lack of funds for Dewdney Trunk road upkeep and Mission ferry service extension. It blames a surtax and outlines how until the needed transport links are funded locals must live with taxation and limited mobility affecting business.
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Brewster
B. C
Dewdney
Labor Day Sports Meeting Invites Citizens in Mission City
All interested in a Labor Day sports event in Mission City are invited to a meeting in the council chamber on Friday evening of this week. The notice urges attendance to avoid leaving footprints at the sands of the live or fingerprints at police headquarters.
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Mission City
Council Chamber
Wheat shortage prompts rationing plan across Canada and U S
A statement by Canada's Food Controller W J Hanna notes a need to export 160,900,000 bushels of wheat from Canada and the United States to meet shortages. Britain already cuts flour consumption by one sixth as Canadians and Americans plan substitutes. Household science supports the impact on health. An editorial asks about cream use in ice cream amid butter prices.
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Dynain
Canada
United States
W. J
Hanna
Great Britain
Strong Bravery The Nomination By South Ireland City
A political committee chairman urges a candidate to accept a nomination in a south of Ireland city. The nominee expresses appreciation and vows to prove himself strong brave self reliant and independent if elected, asking to confer with his wife before accepting.
Visitors Shocked by Wounded Soldiers at English Camp
A visitor at an English training camp was surprised by the prevalence of black eyes and bruised faces among the soldiers. When he asked, a corporal said there had been a row with the next regiment. He explained the fight began when the other unit set a sentry to guard their towel as it dried, an insult they felt.
Freezone Corn Remedy Promoted Despite Risks
A translation of a cautions notice claims a ether based product called Freezone can lift corns with a few drops. It describes rapid tissue shrinkage and root removal without inflammation yet warns against personal misuse and habitual corn cutting. The ad links danger to serious outcomes if misused.
Food conservation urged to aid Britain and Allies
Hon W J Hanna Canada Food Controller estimates feeding Great Britain and France requires 1 106 000 000 bushels of wheat. To meet war needs Canada and the United States must cut wheat consumption by 160 000 000 bushels and import at least 460 000 000 extra bushels, leaving only 300 000 000 surplus for export and a shortage of 109 000 000 bushels to be bridged by conservation efforts.
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Canada
United States
Great Britain
W. J. Hanna
France
Ambiguous War-Time Quote Sparks Debate on Principles
A fragment expresses that America is privileged to spend blood and life for a set of principles. The line underscores patriotic duty and national birthright, but lacks context or attribution to a specific author or event.
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America
Jane
Unclear fragment hints at Wilson peace efforts
Fragmentary text mentions President Wilson and peace efforts with incomplete wording. The readable portion suggests a reference to his aims or statements on peace, but lacks coherent details or dates to identify a specific event or quote.
Subtly Described Perfect Husband Causes Wonder
The fragment hints at a man’s perception of himself as a perfect husband and his wife’s admiration. The dialogue suggests affection and self-awareness, with brief notes on his behavior and the wife’s perspective. The text remains fragmentary and lacks clear events or identities.
Dialog of Kitchenette and Collarette Features
A fragmentary conversation compares features of a kitchenette in a fat person’s tale and a collarette as a woman’s attire. They discuss suffragette presence, fear of hastened marriage, and a lengthy period of six months to prepare for any wedding.
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Jonen
Smith
Fragmentary Prose on Agriculture and Industry Roots
Fragmentary quotation likens man's life to a tree with its root in agriculture and branches in manufactures. It warns that injuring the root jeopardizes the entire industrial fabric and state, suggesting a holistic view of economy and governance.
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