Frasier Valley island lands face dyke debate and relief hopes
Residents of Nicomen Island seek protection against flooding and tax relief as decades of dyking concerns linger. The piece argues for coop eration between dominion and provincial governments, cites past and proposed schemes like Matsqui prairie's dyke, and emphasizes the land's agricultural value and need for security before future investment.
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Niecelaland
Meighand
Dagbt
Fraser Vale
Wining
Walher Fraser
Maser
Dominion
Provincial
Sumas
Fraser Valley
Matsqui Prairie
Premier Meighen Seen As Able New Canadian Leader
The new Dominion of Canada premier Meighen arrives at office amid strong support. Observers cite a hard record from farmer’s son to lawyer and politician, noting age 46 and proven leadership potential.
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Meighen
Dominion of Canada
Manitoba School Language Question Tests Government
The passage argues for teaching only English in Manitoba schools and rejects German French or other languages. It frames the issue as a test of the Norris government and emphasizes linguistic unity for Canada’s future.
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Manitoba
Norris
Canada
Berry market report from Gordon Head and area
The note describes strawberry shipments from Gordon Head and nearby areas with price trends. It reports berries selling at various pack prices, with Maple Ridge Association shipments and new lots from Wynndel Glen Marys appearing on the market. Quality is described as rougher than Vancouver Island berries, with prices lower or similar to competing regions.
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Gordon
Rom Haney
Manianhi
Mal-Yiel
Beason
Wyrtidel
Croston
IC. L
Maple Ridge Association
Wynndel
Glen Mary's
Vancouver
Edmonton Market Report Indicates Warm Growth and Fresh Fruits
Edmonton notes continued favorable growth weather with crops progressing well near the city. California small fruit cars are visible, along with several cars of 8, GF strawberries and Verdulles, while Washington vegetables are expected to arrive early next week.
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Edmonton
Cu's
California
Washington
Storm Hits Town Evening With Minor Damage
A strong storm tore through the area Tuesday night causing limited damage and no serious injuries. Residents reported downed branches and scattered debris as emergency crews worked to secure affected streets. No further updates were provided.
Demobilization of Canadian Ministry of Shipping Transport
Sir Arthur Harris announces demobilization of the British Ministry of Shipping in Canada on March 31, with post dates to Mr E M Raeburn in New York. The unit had controlled Canada’s export trade since 1914, moving over sixteen million gross tons of munitions and supplies inland and overseas, with ports and transports expanding through 1914 to 1917.
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British Ministry of Shipping
Canada
Sir Arthur Harris
Inset
Britsh Ministry of Shipping
Canadian
Portland
Arthur Harris
E. M. Raeburn
Broadway
New York
Overseas Department
Dominion
Ministry of Shipping
Eihur Harris
Caan
Harge
Pacffc
Empire
Tac
London
United Kingdom
Els
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Abbotsford Post
Wriday
Canadian Weekl/ Newspapers Association
A. Bates
Wm. Atkinson
Wo Keaser
J. H. Jones
Amgen
Mission City
Sthawbkeries LZ
British Columbia Telephone Co
Willa
Wwe
Tito
Syalune &Lraws
Gah
B.C. & Old Sport
I, C. Cigar Factory
Wilberg
Puole
Morrison
Winst Ae Ae Menon
Mission Distrut
Snc
War Shipping Organization
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