18 May 1917
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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 18, 1917
Page
1
A reader argues Canada needs a Master of Transportation with power to regulate railway traffic. Citing England and Montreal practices, the letter urges a government official to allocate rolling stock and route freight to prevent winter disruptions and costly delays in exports and domestic commerce.
A village note page reports a soul evening at Mea Boyd's home with nine tables of Whist. Prizes include a belt apron and a little china tray. Community visits span Saskatoon to Vancouver. Mother's Day sermon praised, Rev Campbell noted in good health. A local theft attempt failed, four dollars stolen. election day chose Miss Florence McPhee for carnival rep. Cassay and Dorothy Parton mentioned.
Abbotsford marks the fourth annual May Day with an auto parade from Masonic Hall to Yale road and back. Reeve McCallum, acting Mayor Johnson of New Westminster, and May Queen Miss Nelson head a platform program praising the soldiers and the community. The day ends with Maple Leaf Forever and school sports led by Mr. Murphy and Heath, with full race results promised in the next issue.
The article argues brokers should reduce grower risk by paying cash f.o.b. prices and handling shipments, noting current transit and market risks. It warns that consignments without fixed prices invite unfair competition against cash buyers and threaten the grower’s cash return.
Advice tone warns new housewives to track expenditures weekly and discard records. It jests at crying rituals, mending, and avoiding weighty topics while cooking. It mocks reliance on familiar meals and the mother in law, urging practical self care amid domestic duties.
J A Hargitt wires for another Ford car after selling the one shipped here last week. The note hints at expectations and market quirks in used auto trade.
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