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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 06, 1917
Page
1
In Dewdney a boat attempting a crossing tipped over killing Tom Foley and trapping his son. Davis, a youth nearby, dived to save the boy and later recovered Mr Foley's body. Foley's son Chris Foley is listed at the front. General regret follows the death of the long time resident.
Mr George Tal and Miss Linaie Mc Donald of Nicomen Island were married on Saturday at the Methodist church in Mission City. They will reside in Mission City.
Local notes report Mrs Ben Nelson visiting daughter Mrs Nigon and several social visits including Miss Attie Selmi at Weir during holidays. Dennisons and Gertie Payne spent weekends with relatives. Vancouver visitors Dr and Mrs Swift hosted guests. Rev Mr and Mrs Rowe stayed in Abbotsford July 1.
A very successful recital was given by pupils of the Misses Steede on Friday at their home. Performers included Dorothy Lee Irene King Freda Nelson Jean Alasnou Vivian Peele Mary Kerr Lillian Ball Violet Stewart and others. Mrs Campbell presided. The Wapp orchestra played two pieces and refreshments followed outdoors.
W C T U members held a farewell at Mrs. Boyd's house for Mrs Cobley who will be greatly missed. Guests participated in a gift draw with twenty numbers and a lively program of songs readings and recitals. Mr Campbell presided and gave a brief address amid much laughter, with performances by Mrs Hutchison Mrs Groat Mrs King Miss Kennedy Miss Roberts Jean Alunion and others.
A long list details successful candidates promoted across divisions and reader levels. Names include Joseph Davenport Grace Hutchison Harold McKinnan Naomie Mathews Emmot Moret Olive Morgan Irene Rowles Alice Rucker Dora Ruthig Gwendoline Sansom and many others with promotions to Second Reader First Miner and various senior grades. A teacher in charge is listed as Miss J L Simlet and Miss A S Gillen.
Mrs Cobley was presented with a china tray and salt shaker by a hostess after a gathering described as well entertained. Mr Cobley spoke about cattle and sport while guests enjoyed dainty refreshments and ice cream.
Fle’s Weekly Market Letter reports a messy week as jobbers clear American berries at low prices. Freeze’s aggressive price cutting forced a weeklong run, while berries arrived soft and weak with large berries selling poorly. Current market at $3 net, growers receive about $2.20, zinc Crestons moving to Saskatchewan. quality will determine future pricing. Vernon Fruit Co. Ltd.
The Chautauqua week in Mission City pleased attendees with varied programmes including Ada Ward’s stories from the district behind the trenches. Crowds hope the event returns next year as the afternoons and evenings offered unique entertainment and instruction.
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