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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Oct 07, 1910
Page
3
The Provincial Exhibition at New Westminster British Columbia runs from October fourth through October eighth, showcasing regional farming crafts and local commerce. Officials urge visitors to attend events, displays, and competitions organized by provincial agricultural groups.
Reginald B Scott reports peaches in fractional cover and prunes nearly so while crabs are scarce and in strong demand at high prices. Jobbers resist shipping crabs in nonstandard boxes. uniform box size urged to avoid buyer dissatisfaction. Peers in great demand. apples in good stock and prices rising. J.C. Metcalf urges B C shippers to hold firm on prices and quality. Also notes real estate interest in Mission and a casual remark on coral‑lipped girls.
Mission residents and visitors attend the New Westminster fair as Mrs. Gamon, Mesars B Pakenham and T Fripp lead district exhibit efforts. Staff changes at Mission Junction rail office expand, with new operators and a growing team. Mr Lampard, the C P R constable, buys land to build a permanent Mission home.
Government Agent 8 A Fletcher reports inquiries about grouse shooting. The season opens October 16 in Richmond, Dewdney, Delta Chilliwack and the mainland section of Comox electoral districts. Currently only duck and deer are in season.
The new Liquor Act prompts hotel renovations in Ymir as hotels upgrade to meet accommodation standards. Officials estimate about forty hotels are undergoing improvements to satisfy increased demand from travelers and protect licenses.
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