31 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 31, 1919
Page
1
Opinion piece argues Prohibition is near certainty in the United States and Canada, with a constitutional amendment likely to dry the republic. It notes political hesitation, industry opposition, and social complacency as leaders wait for a compelling signal while public sentiment remains muted.
The Geolish lecture and concert on Monday night was a great success. The hall was full and all enjoyed the entertainment very much. Solos were performed by Dr Slutehingan and Mrs Robertson among others. Mrs Whitehole Weekport gave a splendid piano display. A tour of 40 people backed Atton who served in the war. Bind raliie prepares for crop. Mr Manlius Zoigler visits home briefly.
The Vancouver World extols Chilliwack figure Chas W Munro as a model of integrity and eloquence. It recalls his service in the Legislature, his early provincial party, and his later role under Sir Richard McBride. The tribute notes his modesty, precise speech, and moral force that swayed colleagues and opponents alike. The Premier is quoted acknowledging Munro’s influence from opposition days.
About ten thousand tired soldiers could settle in the Fraser Valley area adjacent to Vancouver and New Westminster. Three to four thousand might be placed north of the river from Vancouver to Agassiz, with emphasis on building a hard surface road from Vancouver to Mission to aid marketing. The plan calls for absorbing ten thousand veterans and developing roads and an electric railway link to improve the region's growth potential.
Matsqui council met to appoint committees and officers for the year. Councillor Phinney moved to appoint the full council to committees. Melander was authorized to call for tenders for stumping and grading Huntingdon road. a 400 appropriation for ward repairs and 300 for Keay repairs were approved. Loans of 15,000 were proposed. election results announced with ward returns and police commissioner appointed by acclamation.
Newcastle socialist member Hawthornthwaite faced boos and questions at a Columbia Theatre gathering under the British Columbia Federation of Labour. He cited remarks by Catherine Broshkovakaya the so called Grandmother of the Russian Revolution, sparking debate over Lenine and Trotsky and the Bolshevik regime among attendees. Some in the audience doubted his statements and challenged his sources.
Charles W. Munro long served as a riding representative and died at Love in Chilwack Week Me He was respected by all and his passing leaves a notable influence on the Dominion election scene If he had lived he might have been the Union government candidate, reflecting his steadfast approach in Ottawa and local politics.
Local Milk Shippers Association members met Friday afternoon in the Masonic Hall to receive business reports and elect officers for the ensuing year. K W Vanderhof suggested appointing directors E H Page of Matsgul and J L Starr of Sunroa Prairie.
Personal items from a small town describe Miss McMinster aiding Miss Kennedy Spout in Vancouver week, Mrs Shore visiting then returning home Monday, plus several locals including teachers, shopkeepers, and residents like Mr. B. B. Smith, Mr. Wagestaff, and Pfc. Kenneth McGillivary. Several movements to Vancouver and Abbotsford noted, with social visits and a proposed move.
This fragment lists character traits associated with labeled names Cissy Wappy Go Lucky, Brown Eyes, Pebble, and Gus. It assigns mental attributes such as quickness of thought, lucid observation, industry, discretion, courage, and self control to each name, suggesting a catalog of personality descriptors.
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