Prairie fruit shipping troubles prompt call for reform
A provincial notice addresses strawberry growers in Frasar Valley facing post harvest decay from poor transport, lack of ice, and ventilation. It cites faulty varieties and inconsistent sizing as factors and urges rigid inspection, better cars, and organized action to aid growers through 1919. The writer urges the M C to review shipping remedies next fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frasar Valley
Hendin
M. C
Prairies
Liditor
Economic strains push public policy debate on embargo
A mangled century text argues over embargo desirability and economic pressures. It mentions wholesalers, Hood River, market impacts, and crowding issues tied to national financial stress, with a cryptic reference to a report by M. C. Teport.
Drought Hits Matsqui Prairies Crop Prospects
The Matsqui Prairies show promising general crop prospects but drought threatens a second hay crop. Farmers fear rain scarcity will raise oat and hay prices, with oats rising from 40 to 70 80 dollars per ton and hay at 30. High food costs may force small farmers to reduce pig numbers.
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Matsqui Prairig
Newton
Cloverdale
Onlu
Sumas Prairie
Fraser Valley Berry Advice and Shipping Woes
Fraser Valley Record notes Berry shipping problems blamed on wrong variety and lack of vented cars. Advice warns against shipping ripe or wet berries, emphasizes dry storage and timing. Included are scattered letters on raspberry markets and local market expectations.
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MM. C
CG. H. Barrington
Plunkett & Savage
Calgary
Fraser Valley
M. C
Cain
Road Conditions Between Bellingham and Huntingdon Tell Of Gravel Hazards
Readers describe the road from Sumas to Huntingdon via Everson and Bellingham as rough with loose gravel and dangerous bridges. While sections improve after Everson, some narrow segments and uplifted planking create hazards for rubber tires and drivers. The letter notes mixed American and Canadian drivers and warns to drive carefully on the gravel stretches.
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Hellinguin
Tiida
Andre Tale
Hecodsby
Krom
Mission City
Huntingdon
Lluntingden
Sumas
Beverson
Everson
Altough
Aimorleana
Bellingham
Winnipeg strawberries move slowly as Hood River and B C berries compare
Winnipeg market notes the first car of T. CG strawberries arriving in good condition at $4.75 per crate, with Hood River and British Columbia berries competing. Hood River berries priced higher but seen as inferior to B C berries by locals. second car arrives, mixed dryness noted. overall demand weak and repack needed for Pax-tona and Magness.
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Winnipeg
Hood River
B. C
B.C
Road spending totals by state in 2018 across Bates region
The summary notes nearly 200 million dollars allocated for roads in 2018. United Bates California projects 10.4 million, Oregon 10.05 million, and Washington 8.5 million. remaining funds to be spent by B and C states are asked to determine.
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United
Bates
California
Oregon
Washington
Personal notices and social happenings around town
A jumble of local social items notes Mr Longfellow away on holiday in Olio Strowlkor Everett, Mrs Witt Miss Linh Vancouver and other visitors. Several residents, including Mrs Winson Kiintingdon and Mrs McCallum Alaylog, host or visit relatives. mosquitoes are mentioned as an odd aside. Miss Christina McMee wins a school event. Ladies Aid to host a raspberry spread July 19 at the McMenemy home.
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Mr. Longfellow
Santiey
Olio
Strowlkor
Everett
Abbotuford
Longfellow
Wail
Arthur Ward
Vancouver
Yall
Misa Jewn Alevosu
Missey Dorgy
Miersiéa Parton
Ataiwon
Jelly
Crosuant
Bunday
Yiera
Moy
Tag
Vorcotron
Poon
Edwards
Misa Milselow
Eva
Warda
Mission City
Mr. Sweensy
Ie Mange
MN Tagte
Ocean Park
Willies
Childran
Roslyn
Wash
Solines
Hele
Gram
Mes
Grindrad
Maggie Nelson
Currie
Miseok Nelson
Erle
Mtr
Farewell Party for Mr and Mrs Alanson and Emily
A farewell party was held last Friday for Mr and Mrs Alanson and Emily, hosted by their friends in Abbotsford. Guests enjoyed a program of violin and piano selections by local musicians, a speech by Mr Mille Toul praising the Alansons, and thanks from the Red Cross and Women's Auxiliary. Refreshments were served by Una Indlew, with many Abbotsford friends attending. the event stressed the couple’s Vancouver move and Abbotsford’s loss offset by Vancouver’s good works.
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Mr. Bord
Anbors
Ford
Anil Mya
Alanson Apa
Tien le Nedertsoy
Min
Toul
Parton
Weil
Red Cross
Mes
Alsison
Mrs. Boyd
Alanson
W. A
Una
Abotsford
Vancouver
Abbotsford
Clayhorn Dramatic Society Reported at Mission Glebe
Our Special Correspondent notes the Clayhorn Dramatic Society visited Mission Gily on Wednesday evening and staged The Private Secretary at Imperial Hall. Proceeds to the Prisoners of War fund. Local ladies provided props and decor. Miss Jackson and Miss Irene Portsmouth supplied violin and piano music between acts. Despite short notice the performance drew a modest crowd, applauded the cast, and netted about 45.
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Clayhorn Dramatic Society
Mission Gily
Wednessay
Imperial Hall
Prisoners of War Fund
Jon
Changes Planned in Matsqul School Staff and Posts
Several changes are planned across Matsqul and nearby schools. Gertrude Dixon will lead the Junior at Aberdeen, coming from Cloverdale, while the senior post at Aberdeen awaits appointment. Miss Nelson moves to Clayburn junior. Miss MacLean also transfers to Clayburn from Dunach. Minnie M. Aliner is named assistant at Maisqui complete, with no Dry Stone or Poplar changes. Maude E. B. Paton is appointed to Division T1. Resignations include Miss Mabel Dover at Clayburn junior and Mrs Joannie Meas, Aberdeen principal. Vacancies remain for Mt Lehwan junior, Aberdeen principal, and Glenmore.
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Gertrude P. Dixon
Aberdeen
Dixon
Cloverdale
Bradner
Thelma Nelson
Maisqui
Clayburn
Effie MacLean
Dunach
Minnie M. Aliner
Mredericton
Maisqui Plete
Dryston T
Maude EB. Paton
Peardonville
Poplar
Ridgeway
Oliva Carter
Mt. Lohman
Louise Owen
Mabel Dover
Claybiurn
Joannie Meas
Abertoe
Rasps Quoted From Vancouver Wholesale House
A Vancouver wholesale house quotes raspberries at 2.00 and 3.25 at different points. A 2.80 feeler quotation is pending confirmation. Last week Veron Fruit Co received raspberries from Vatzte and Wakefield’s farm, selling at 9.00 per cpp, netting growers 4.00.
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Vancouver
Mission-Hataiamie Wherry
Veron Fruit Co
Vatzte
J. Wakefield
Market Commission Report Notes Price Increases
Fragmentary Market Commission notes indicate prices will advance as Torres and Hat Ale items are shortened and Dut Lie packs and colors are promoted. The readable text suggests retail adjustments affecting multiple items and suppliers.
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Torres
Doctrine of the TWW Expressed by Prominent Member
A prominent TWW member states that a fair day’s wage for a fair day’s work is impossible, reflecting the group’s stance on labor compensation. The quote encapsulates discontent with wage equity and highlights persistent dissatisfaction within the organization.
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Whaleraera
Wien
M. C. Teport
A Parewell Party
Lodayburn
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