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Newspaper
Abbotsford Post
Location
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Sep 17, 1915
Page
4
J K McMenemy writes from Huntingdon and District defending the removal of dangerous playground swings and mer ry go round at the school grounds. He says no spite was involved and recalls a petition by parents to remove them, noting injuries to several children and offering to refund his subscription share. He hopes Dr Swift is not offended by the reimbursement.
Mr G A Watson of Messrs Catherwood and Watson announces the first auction sale of the season on Saturday September 25 in Matsqui Hotel yards. The sale, a longtime local specialty, offers farmers and fruitgrowers a chance to dispose of cows horses pigs sheep poultry and household items at best prices.
An item notes that a performer asks a small price for a trick and directs readers to address Messrs Catherwood and Watson of Mission City. The sale proceeds will go to the seller. A farewell for Mr and Mrs Geo Clark is planned at the Masonic Hall in coming days. The piece also mentions Pete Patterson Billie Cummings in France, Haney family letters, Mrs Hovde moving to Sumas, Rev Mitten taking charge at St Matthew's church, and Ralph Henderson returning from the south.
Notice of renewal application under the Liquor Act for the Abbotsford Hotel in Abbotsford British Columbia. The applicant A J Henderson states the renewal will be made to the Superintendent of Provincial Police on December 1 next. Dated 17 September 1915.
A fragmented item notes an Abbotsford business listing and various out-of-context phrases. It mentions H2 Fraser Salmon Arm address and local drugstore offerings with quirky ad copy about mice control and vague “rough on rats” phrases. It ends with a jailhouse line and a note about plum paper for sale.
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