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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 27, 1922
Page
2
A 1922 editorial discusses misconceptions about the Courtenay school project. It clarifies that government blueprint access does not cover architect costs and that Cranbrook must copy plans and prepare specifications under a registered architect. It notes the $45,000 estimate excludes site and ventilating system costs and flags ongoing questions about by law passage.
Twenty years ago the Cranbrook Herald noted Moyie Leader entering its 11th year. Legislature estimates pledged 14 500 dollars for South East Kootenay, plus part salary for a fourth teacher. F J Dean gains Nelson Minor control and plans Nelson News daily mornings. Mrs J P Fink leaves for Europe with two children for a year, Fernie contemplates city incorporation, N Hanson enhances his Wasa home.
The article explains twenty ballots were blank and not counted while the by law passed by a 25 vote margin. It notes the issue affects all ratepayers in the Cran brook School District, covering about six miles, not just city taxpayers, emphasizing a factual discussion of the matter.
An essay excerpt argues modern life erodes the craft of letters once valued by ancestors. It laments the fading beauty of correspondence and urges action to preserve education and refinement amid rushing routines.
Premier Oliver says federal and provincial governments fail to restore balance in trade. He notes high taxes and rising government costs as major causes of the current low mood, urging BC to foster prosperity through prudent policy and resource stewardship.
The administration argues heavy taxes and high government costs depress production and private capital flow. It calls for retrenchment and economy to restore confidence and unlock resources, noting dual income taxes burden residents and impede development in a province of about half a million people.
Premier Oliver advocates government action to restore a balanced condition of trade, describing a policy path where state powers can intervene to correct imbalances and safeguard economic stability. The remarks emphasize proactive remedies within governmental reach.
The Cranbrook High School Easter exams publish pupil rankings across classes. Notable top scorers include Winnifred Phillips 795 in Commercial Class and Annie Chalmers 809 in Advanced Junior Grade, while several names appear with lower or failed marks, guiding study focus as year-end approaches.
Invermere B C April 26 The latest official advice on the Banff Windermere road work states the present forty workers will be increased to at least one hundred ten as spring advances This will be the largest force since 1914 and with proper handling it is hoped the road will be open by September 1 Twenty miles of completed sections will soon be surfaced and made ready for travel
A $700 check from the Retail Merchants' Association of Cranbrook to St Eugene Hospital notes proceeds from the Easter Ball for the Hospital held in the Auditorium on Easter Monday. The tally includes 242 couple tickets at $2.50, 86 single tickets for ladies at $1.86, and donations, with all dance expenses covered by the association.
The Cranbrook Homestake Gold Mining Co plans to raise about $10,000 to install a stamp mill at Perry Creek claims with 40,000 to 60,000 tons of ore in sight. Engineers estimate at least $2.00 per ton net.
Rumors in government circles place the Cranbrook by election around June 1 with a nominee convention likely May 16 to 20. Vancouver by election may follow, possibly in late July or early fall, as political maneuvering and ticket sales hint at a contested race.
Card of thanks from Sisters of St Eugene Hospital thanks Local Merchants Association and contributors for Easter Ball success. Sister Fancrede Spr Weston’s Bargain Store made assignment for creditors this week. Creditors are wholesale houses on prairies and coast with some local debt. Stock taking underway.
G indicated as a likely candidate while FP. R. McD. Russell K.C. looms as a contender. H. L. Howe, defeated last election, seeks another run, with several younger Conservatives eager to enter. Colonel W. W. Foster also viewed as a strong prospect.
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