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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 31, 1919
Page
2
The Abbottsford Post comments on prohibition and moderation in British Columbia. Readers discuss the temperance system, political shifts, and possible amendments while citing scholars like Bernard Russell and William James on war, human impulse, and social remedies.
A London correspondent quotes critics who claim England is governed by foreigners amid the Versailles Conference debate. The piece notes Lloyd George, Bonar Law, Lord Reading, and others, with Milner highlighted as English in name but born abroad, stirring talk of national voice and dominance.
A fragment discusses human fighting as an innate impulse. It mentions men, mating, and survival drives, claiming warlike instincts arise when aroused by stimuli. The text posits comparison of war and life preservation and hints at social consequences for those who avoid conflict.
Maple Ridge, at its first meeting under Lie now council, appointed John McParkine as regular chief. He brings prior council experience and familiarity with municipal work and the clerk’s duties. A new road foreman post was created, with Wililigy Webster chosen. The school board noted pre war teaching staff and salary issues, correcting the 1917 pupil account for Mission and planning future steps.
Ridgedale notes report a successful Wednesday aftar noon gathering for Victory War Lony supporters, with thanks to canvassers: Thos. Argh Thou, Lincaste, Charles Crist, Liout Havok and others. Afsh returned home safely, Ridgedale Rotary whist drive enjoyed by all, and Mrs. Huntler of Britannia visits. Red Cross January shipment lists socks and pajamas, caps, bags, towels, handkerchiefs, and a $150 donation to the Vancouver campaign.
Citizens urged to begin saving immediately using War Savings and Thrift Stamps. Four dollars buys a War Savings Stamp with the government paying four dollars in 1925, while a 25 cent Thrift Stamp can be exchanged for a War Savings Stamp. The plan promises a 4 1 2 percent yield compounded semiannually, presented by a farmer and laborer dialogue.
A garbled advertisement fragment hints at remedies for stomach trouble and related gas issues. The copy contains distorted words and nonsensical phrases, offering no clear product names or actionable details.
A fragmentary dialogue shows a mother and son discussing fear while a man on the roof prepares to sneak inside. The quirky exchange includes misheard lines and a playful misreading of cards and Europe, hinting at a humorous or whimsical column fragment.
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