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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Dec 01, 1916
Page
4
An editorial remark argues sales pitches fail when asking every passerby to buy shoes or other goods. It notes only a few would respond affirmatively, illustrating the futility of broad, unsolicited street pitches for selling items.
The Colonist of Victoria sums up BC party strength after the recent event, reporting a total of 34,415 votes for the leading groups, reflecting the current balance of power between the two major parties.
A joint Fraser Valley Growers and Mission Board of Trade meeting at Imperial Hall discussed fruit labour shortages mosquitoes and car openings for fruit transport. They urged Government action to allow Chinese labour, secure harvest rates from CPR, obtain express car openings, and target shipping and immigration policies for the berry season.
In Mission City British Columbia during the election the Liberal secretary was said to solicit votes for John Oliver and claimed Liberals “know how to take care of our friends.” He allegedly escorted a sixteen year old to work as the government ferry deckhand without captain’s consent. The boy was the son of Mission City Liberal Association president, illustrating ongoing patronage in the region.
The first snow of the season fell today, coating streets and rooftops in a light white veil. Residents prepared for colder air as forecasts warned of continuing unsettled weather through the week.
Report notes rising divorce rates in Japan while marriage rates fall. In England, about 666000 women are employed in war industries amid broader wartime shifts. A storm impact halted a steamer and coal shipments, with several last hour disturbances observed in Japan.
A substantial gathering at the residence of Mr and Mrs de S Boyd honored Rev and Mrs Mitten prior to their departure for South Vancouver. Guests enjoyed an evening without discomfort. Prof Hill-Tout expressed regret at the parting, and Mr Mitten replied suitably.
On Wednesday afternoon November 16 the schoolyard buzzed with a football match between the Sebel boys and the men. The men led early on skill, but the boys rallied in the second half, aided by a goal rally and steady teamwork. In the schoolroom Holgi colors were on display as girls sold cakes to raise funds for Mr A. Robinson, Superintendent of Education.
Deal offers seven to seven and a half week old countrybred Aire Dato pups with terms $4 per set of seven cents per month by return mail. R A Copeman lists 2579 Esplanade Avenue in Montreal Quebec. ROR Satan 00 Pence Posts and 30,000 Gricks, Abbotsford notice applies.
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