Matsqui Dyke Breaks. Massive Flood Threat Near Mission
A Matsqui Prairie dyke failure sent a 32 foot wide torrent eight to twelve feet deep, threatening 10 000 acres of productive land. Residents and 400 to 500 workers fought the breach with sandbags, pumps, and earth from patches. relief orders brought 45 000 more bags and 150 Vancouver workers. The break near Mission forced evacuations, with a large effort to seal the gap and protect the valley as waters began to fall four inches by morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harey Metnasinly
Maggie Farr
Mina
Carl
Welleranch
My. Wells
Ole Sorenson
Inirny
Mr. Wells
King- Beach
D. Barrow
Mission City
Vancouver
Init
Anon
W. H. Elson
Ila
Te Mond Mey
Mataqui Prairie
Hod
Nrst
Lyim
Uae
Tve
Fron
Wits
Oulyy
Yyiin Lig
Jie
Mrasor
Valles
Barrow Visits Abbotsford by Board of Trade invitation
M L A B D Barrow visited Abbotsford on Monday by special invitation of the Board of Trade. A delegation led him to the town’s main sights including A McCallum N Hil J Brydges H Harrop and Capt F J R Whitchell. Barrow praised Abbotsford progress and pledged support for ongoing movements while noting heavy duties limit further visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade
B. D. Barrow
Abbotsford
A. McCallum
N. Hil
J Brydges
H. Harrop
F F. J. R. Whitchell
Barrow
Matriculation Exams at Matsqui High School
Matsqui High School held junior matriculation exams with a maximum score of 1000. William H. Gurney achieved 665 and Elizabeth M. Bates 634. A supplemental examination was granted for unspecified candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matsqui Centre
Matsqui High School
William H.gurney
Elizabeth M. Bates
Matsqui centre whist drive and dance at G W A club
A kitchen party is announced at Mrs Summons home on Monday next with an alunite ware exhibition by a returned man. A whist drive and dance follow on July 30 in the club rooms. The event invites locals for a social gathering and notes a rock theft inquiry. The Mavesqui Flower Show entries are due August 2 with secretary’s reminders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aidgedale
Mabel IB. Beharrel
Maule
Seharvel
Marjoriet
Summon
G. We V. A
Hi Wal
GWY
Charlie Sumner Starts New Town of Wye and Builds Store
The article notes Charlie Sumner initiating a town at Wye, purchasing land, and starting a store. He supervises workers, plans a bivouac site, and says he hopes for paved streets, water, and electric light, aiming for incorporation under a new provincial law. Sumner cites past booster success at Abbotsford and pledges growth in Wye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Sumner
Wye
Charlie
Lown
J. Batas
Customs Department
Talingdonydsh
Chilliwack
Muntinggon
Post
Abbotsford
Abbotsford Garage to Repair Mission Rockcrusher
The Abbotsford Garage holds the contract to fix the Mission rockcrusher bought cheaply in spring. Mechanic Mr. Johnson will relocate to Mt. Mary Ann for several weeks to complete the job, meaning all roads lead to Abbotsford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbotsford
Johnson
Mt. Mary Ann
Sand Twuning 4 Polly Party Surprises WB Family
A Monday night visit by a party of over 40 friends at the Wier residence sparked a joyous, well attended event. War curiosities brought by Clinde Wei SVU stirred interest. Le We A, of the GW, hosted a social with music, songs, and speeches. Miss M Johnson of Vancouver and A G Andrews helped with a floral display. a final drawing and songs delighted guests. A guest from New Westminster, Ms. Morence Mehea, visited the host last Saturday, and plans for more social afternoons are underway with refreshments and a small fee to cover costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly
Tdia
Clinde Wei
Avery
le We A
Lash
Uwe
Caph Pdi
Whitehate
Miele
Joye
Mis’ McCalinin
Pilino
Dawnie
Chi Init
Harrett
Parlor
M. Johnson
Vancouver
A. G. Andrews
Atlon dLigHt
Tanele Dinalig
Leon Mita Morence Mehea
He Ji Fig
Hy Atos Coronatian Hospital
New Westmiigster
Howe
Personal notices from Abbotsford area weekend updates
Lieut Chester yi Teme from Vancouver returns. Mrs Webabie Emily recovers from Whilgebacks holiday. Misses Steede visit Vancouver. Miss Mabel Johnson eyes Miss Mabel Nelson. Mr. Johnson Abbotsford Garage to return next week. Mrs. Hacon dresses for shop work. Timber camps shut due to sosquito. Mia Fraser heads to Vancouver for two weeks. Other locals briefed on visits and holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Yi
Vancouver
Webabie
Emily
Misa Jackson
Mission
Vancouver General Hospital
McMonews
Woolger
Abboteford
Chowmpson
Murrayville
White Rock
Steede
Mabel Johnson
Mabel Nelson
A. M. King
Ivete King
Nave Bean Tle
Gordon Aliei Wil Fer
Notun
Allen
J Ry Weighty
Abbotsford
Bas Rtyall
Mare MeCalli
Mission jGily
J. MeCallis
S. Bagon
Saskatoon
Basic
Hyve
Mra
Hacon
Abbotsford Timber and Wruttnig Co
Mia
Tia Fraser
Mrs. Knowles
Patchwork Anusome Figure Bolled Kas An
Mr J Brown of Himitingdon sold nine acres of raspberries for 14000 cash, with this year’s crop estimated at about 8000, setting a high price for the land. Cannery buyers were present, six acres sold at Hetuic for 6000 with no buildings. Berry land appears to be a better plan of shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Brown
Himitingdon
Sound signatures advance in favor of Pound district
The article reports strong support from seventy seven voters in a local referendum seeking to secure a pound district. It notes plans to end disruptions caused by a contentious issue and mentions residents anticipating quieter nights once resolved. Helen McCallum plans a two week vacation in contiguous cities and Mission. Johnnie Irater returns from a northern port trip and spends the weekend at home. Wire Brauer returns from months in Sodathia. Robertson attends a Vancouver Yersby meeting. Ladies Aid hosts an afternoon at Mrs Win Roberts home and mosquitoes were blamed for canceling the planned raspberry goons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbotafard
Mise
Helen McCallum
Cilies
Mission
Johnnie Iraser
Ayuest
Wire
Mo Brauer
Sdathia
Wash
Hey
Robertson
Yeresbytery
Vancouver
Ladies Aid
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Hatsqui Dyke
ME Barrow
Mneranch
Wnaminations
Matsque Centre
Matsqui
Miriam Vehrner
Ema
Lanecastor
Syn Carlson
Mt. Lohans
Harold Bates
Buntee Bates
Agnus, MacPhail
Meloxar
Prairies
Sumnwe
Gov. VA
Tor
F. J. R. Whitchelo
Warner
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