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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Oct 22, 1920
Page
1
A provincial vote shows government control winning by about 25 000 overall, with Misaiol City, Nelson, and Penticton voting for prohibition and other cities listing substantial majorities for government control. The article lists several places with their results.
Berlin reports the former emperor vows return to Potsdam within a year and predicts Germany’s rapid power and prosperity under his regime. He claims plans to undermine the current government, while Prince Fuerstenberg cites confidence in a royalist restoration. Dutch guards seized 2,000,000 rifles linked to the plot at the frontier.
Huntingdon reports uncertainty over when full work will begin on the Sumas Lake scheme. A ditcher is currently active, while powerful drag line equipment hoped for by August 16 has not yet arrived. Flood damage in June and July forces farmers to consider vacating holdings if action to prevent future floods is not taken.
Nelson reports the rural institutes trustees convention wound up with New Westminster chosen for the next gathering. Officers named include Hon. President J. D. McLean, president A. Perry, vice-president A. Harwood, second vice-president C. Haines, third vice-president Mrs Hugh Ross, secretary-treasurer J. Wilton. Executive committee includes George Pratt and Dr A W Dennis. Irene Moody becomes honorary member. The group seeks vacation schools for backward pupils and a tax on non property owners to boost school revenue. A longer normal farm and continuation school ideas are endorsed by Inspector Calvert.
A fashionable wedding was held Saturday at St Matthew's church Winnipeg. Helen Edith daughter of Rev J H Firminger of Fenny Stratford Buckinghamshire England married George Edward Hayes of Abbotsford British Columbia. Canon McHiberan officiated and Lieut Col Spurgeon Campbell gave the bride away. Mr and Mrs Hayes will reside at Abbotsford.
Duncan delegates of the United Farmers of British Columbia report authentic indications that a provincial election may be slated for November 24. Directors say political matters deserve consideration and may lead the association to field candidates, with 140 locals to be surveyed for member views.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention rain coats for men and ladies at a venue called Whitehero's. No clear events, dates, or full names. The readable text suggests a clothing sale or display amid rainy weather. Further specifics are not available in the fragment.
Premier Oliver addressed Port Moody electors focusing on road issues and a clear government road policy. He outlined 74 percent funding for primary roads and debated classification for Westminster Junction to Vancouver via Port Moody, citing past expenditure and a sturdy road foundation. He praised the Voters’ Act on non voter re-registration and defended the eight hour day with examples from farmers’ losses while promising cabinet consideration.
The Parent-Teachers held a successful Whist Drive at the Mason ic Mall on Monday evening October 18. Prizes went to Mrs Parton and Mr Perris first, and Mrs Matthews and Miss Lilian Borden consolation. Various locals including Mrs B Nelson Evelyn and Preis spent holidays in Vancouver. Miss Christina McPhee Vera Hunt and Violet Maguire visited home for holidays. Mrs J J McPhee spent days in Vancouver and New Westminster. Miss McQueen spent Thanksgiving in Seattle. Miss L Borden covered her room on Tuesday. Mrs Manning moved in with the teachers. A Home Cooking sale by Abbotsford superior school pupils and a tea by teachers raised thirty six dollars. Mr and Mrs Hooper of Vancouver visited Thanksgiving with Mr and Mrs Vanetta. Mr T L Gray and Mr A Ramey of North Vancouver stayed at Mrs Arthur Taylor’s home. Mrs D Cummings visited Mrs Blinson. Mrs J Campbell of East Collywood will speak under the auspices of the Women’s Missionary Society in She Presbyter Jebuvele waxte weal. A quiet wedding occurred in Vancouver when Miss M Mickaland married Mr WDiken of Abbotsford. Mrs Clarence Nelson of Mission hosted her sister-in-law Mrs I Carrie on Saturday. On Thanksgiving De birthday party was held for McMenemy. evening featured games after supper. Mrs Woolgar spoke on the July.
Colleta Dennison spent the Thanksgiving weekend with her sisters Mrs Richardson Zeigler and Mrs McMenemy in New Westminster. Agnes Gillen was home from Vancouver for several days.
Rumor and official statements confirm Hon. B D Barrow will be a candidate in the upcoming provincial election. Barrow has spurred the Sumas Reclamation project, with local supporters determined to see him elected. Seasonal delays have slowed work but water delivery is improving after recent high flows.
Mr. M. M. Shore is taking his Woll lays and Mr. Pope is now in charge of the C. P. R. station here.
Victoria Oct 20 Noth ing Techn sny aside from surprise at the plebiscite result Premier Foti Oliver voices satisfaction with the majority will. He states the government would not have submitted the plebiscite if not prepared to meet voters wishes.
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