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Newspaper

Abbotsford Post

Location

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Dec 24, 1920

Page

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Girls Dressed as Men Tide Over Border Runaways

Customs and immigration officers near Huntingdon report two girls in semi military male outfits attempting admission from the American side. They were detained, claimed to be runaway Aberdeen youths, and returned home. A separate case saw an American man charged after being seen in Alhatsford, later jailed. whiskey found in a car led to a seizure and further police action. A Canadian group seized a Chandler car en route to Vancouver.

Huntingdon Customs and Immigration R. Roff Lem Ian Cimada Viel Chilliwack Rot Popcum Aberdeen Vancouver Vielt Okalin Contos Bhuchford Lom Wio Chipliwack Uae Cleveland Columbia Valley

Ridgedale Notes Holiday Travels and School Closure

Ridgedale notes record weekend gatherings at the coast with Mro and Mrs Frank Machell and Miss Irene Kelleher. others visit from Edmonton and Kelowna. The Ridgedale school closing Friday evening drew a large crowd, raising nineteen dollars for the library fund. A Sunday School treat is planned for Thursday at 2 30 and a special Christmas service is scheduled for Sunday December 26 at 2 45 with special finish.

Mro Frank Machell Irene Kelleher Provincial Normal School Sumas Mt Margaret Parris Horace Robinson Edmonton Mises MacManus Chilliwack Frank Beharrell Vancouver Muriel Page Kelowna Ridgedale Te School Lbraéry Fund

Liquor smuggling arrests in Abbotsford noted by police

A man attempting to bring eight cases of liquor from the Canadian side was seized near Abbotsford after being found with illegal alcohol. He paid 50 dollars in fines and costs. Police, including provincial and American officers, coordinated the seizure and detention. The report also notes growing border concerns and ongoing hunting crowds at crossings while a local Poultry Show prize winner is mentioned.

Abbotsford Roft Joe Nelson Aubotsford Messrs Dalstead Moe Se ‘Atte Ross Dlve Amerie Canada B.C. Wro Huntingdon

Robbery at I P R L Station Office

A masked robber entered the I P R L night office on Sunday at 11 15 demanding cash. The thief emptied the cash drawer, taking mostly silver, while the safe remained closed as the safe’s combination was known only to Station Master Ogle and not the night operator George Fletcher.

George Fletcher The I. Plrl Fletcher Ulero

Presentation to Miss Murray by Thatchuks

Milas C Murray received a buoy cut glass water jug and a set of drinking glasses from Mission High Pull Techanical Schools and former pupils. Topper, oldest, joined by Nuriane the senior girl and captain, presented in the presence of assembled pupils and visitors. Miss Murray thanked donors and wished them a happy Christmas and long prosperous lives. It suggests kitchen tips about an extension table aligned with stove lids for moving heavy pots.

Milas C. Murray Mission High Pulllle Technlcal Misas. Topper Joi Thel Nuriane Miss Murray

Personal notices of holiday visits and teaching changes

Miss Christine McPhed Violet McGuire and Vera Hunt are home for the holidays. Mr and Mrs E Davis have been visiting in Vancouver. James Gilmore is spending the holidays at home. Mrs Joe King of Everitt has been visiting her mother Mrs Mathews. Mrs Knox was the guest of her sister Mrs J A McGowan. Mr and Mrs Frank Farrow of North Vancouver spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Lorne Farrow. Rev Wright of Vancouver visited here last week. Napoleon Authier went to calliomie for the winter. Olive Borden spent a few days in town guest of Miss Herkins. Mrs and Miss Manning spending holidays at Aldergrove and Vancouver. Jack McLean a recent visitor in Abbotsford. J McCallum of Vancouver visited his brother Alex McCallum. Miss Herkins and Miss Mille have resigned from Abbotsford Superior School. Miss Manning applied for Miss Herkins room and Miss Daisy A Leary or Chilliwack and Miss L Estey will be the new teachers on Lie stall after.

Christine McPhed Violet McGuire Vera Hunt Rev. Wright Vancouver Y. Napoleon Authier Calliomie Olive Borden Herkins Miss Manning Aldergrove Jack McLean Abbotsford J. McCallum Alex McCallum Mille Abbotsford Superior School Afiss Manning Daisy A. Leary Chilliwack L. Estey

Hard-time Dance at Mexandrian Hall Draws Crowd

A Friday December 17 hard-time dance in Mexandrian Hall with Huon's Orchestra provided lively music. Prizes for best hard-time costume went to Mrs Reed and Mr Robert Greig of Aldergrove. Mrs Thomas of Mlasion City was seen in Abbotsford Thursday.

Huon Reed Robert Greig Aldergrove Mrs. Thomas Mlasion City Abbotsford

Matsque Sues Power Company Over Franchise Breach

The Corporation of Matsqid files a writ against Western Canada Power Company seeking specific performance of the franchise terms, damages for breach of contract, and trespass. The action centers on alleged failure to supply light and power to residents as a condition for right of way through the district.

Corporation of the District of Matsqid Western Canada Power Company of Canada Ltd

Matsqui Council, Dyking Inspector Reach Road Repair Deal

The Matsqui Council and Dyking Inspector J A Wilson have agreed with the government to restore and improve roadways damaged by mud from the ditching contract. The government is understood to have accepted responsibility for repairs affecting roads where mud was dumped during the ditching work.

Matsqui Council Dyking J. A. Wilson

Card of Thanks from McGowan Family

Mr and Mrs J A McGowan express sincere thanks to friends for sympathy and floral tributes received during their recent bereavement.

Mya. J. A. McGowan

Died Suddenly on Wednesday Morning

Mr Job Mitchell aged 71 died early Wednesday morning after a brief illness. He leaves a widow and children in Toronto Vancouver and a daughter Sophia. The funeral is set for Friday at 2 pm at Hatyrie Cemetery as mourners offer sympathy.

Job Mitchell Hos Toronto Willian Sopia Vancouvee Hatyrie

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Olivers of the Royal Bank Ertigon Seattle Chandler Geven-Pissenger Twinlingdon T. Bradwell Penticton Poultry Show SLON Dewdney Itynas Missions School MacKenzie Mission Edu Catio Thachuks Matsque Suing Power Hitanks Lan F. J. R. Whitchell B. C Furners Mione
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