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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
2
Abbotsford Post, a weekly journal, promotes local interests for Abbotsford and district. It lists advertising rates and applies for government notices, stating no bias for or against government policy.
A writer argues the Kaiser embodies destructive empire and militarism, contrasts him with Napoleon, and criticizes Prussia’s influence, while calling for decisive Allied action to stop the threat to civilization. The piece links war aims, culture, and national character to the broader struggle against German aggression.
In London a new White Feather League, created by women, patrols city districts and calmly asks able bodied young men to enlist. Stemming from public unease at recruits drifting about Hyde Park and St James's Park, the movement aims to bolster recruiting amid Lord Kitchener's appeals.
A Victorian letter questions whether patriotic girls will form a White Feather League to pressure hesitant young men into military service. It notes men refusing recruiting and suggests presenting a white feather as a drastic prompt, arguing that when Kitchener calls for men, it is a direct demand.
The list names winners in divisions for horses cattle cattle breeds pigs dogs poultry dairy produce and honey vegetables and related items. Prizes are awarded to individuals and firms including Wm Crosier RK Baynes L H Dele salle J Olsen P Smith and Mrs Wm Harri son among others with multiple first places across breeds and categories.
Beets 1 2 long 8-1 A O Thompson 2 H Towles Beets turnips 8-1 R Rottlul 2 C T Alah Citron 2-1 R Beaton 2 J T Alsh.
In a short note from the squash court R. Boston and Wm Bates each posted 2 as did P. Conroy while Miss L. McGowan contributed a 2. The item is a brief continuation reference.
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