Calf Slaughter Debate Drives News in 1913 Abbotsford
In the Abbotsford Post dated June 27 1913 the issue of rising beef prices and calf slaughter is discussed with references to Argentina and Canadian herd policy. The issue includes a long exchange about promoting fruit usage and advertising to boost fruit markets in the prairie provinces, quoting local editor Mr George Bath and a Kaslo resident on turning dandelions into drinkable concoctions and educational strategies.
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Ratho
Tamalso
British Columbia
Leven
Prairie
George Bath
Okanagan
Poultry Prices Edge Down as Spring Hatch Arrives at Market
Market notes show gradual price drops across poultry with broilers steady at 38 to 80 cents per lb and dozen prices between 3.50 and 5.50. Ducklings fall from 30 to 36 cents, hens down while larger birds rise. brisk, busy Front street market with strong floral demand. California fruit shipments condemned for peach twig borer infection. Vancouver inspectors seize new potatoes peaches and turnips. Winnipeg visitors Mr and Mrs Harris plan to relocate to Matsqui following a property purchase.
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Hans
Front Street
California
Vancouver
Wheat Gambler Faces House Repair Difference
A man owning his house sees repairs as ordinary work while a man who gambles on wheat risks breadwinner status through unstable income. The proverb-like line contrasts ownership with gambling peril.
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Abbotsford
Canada
Kaslo
Lam
Temple
Newt
Uni
Uo Tor
Liesane
Mrs. Harris
Winnipeg
Gernaey
B. C
Currie & McKenzie
Matsqui-Sumas Board OF Trade
Chas. Hill-Tout
S. A. Morley
Yale Road
A. McCallum
Blair & Son Practical Ladies’ and Men’s Tailors