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Cranbrook Herald

Location

Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Aug 22, 1918

Page

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Cranbrook considers St Mary's site as high school

The Cranbrook school board accepted plans to convert St Mary’s Theological School into a high school, with renovations under way and a fall term start expected on September 3. Government grants sought total 16,000 for purchase and building, including 8,700 toward the purchase and 1,200 for Koote­nay District school construction.

Kootenay Orch St. Mary’s Scool Ayerbury Avenue Fane Foraythe Teata

Cranbrook Ot meets with balance in hand and road plan

A large Cranbrook Ot meeting in the city hall heard the treasurer report a balance on hand and all bills paid totaling 96.70. Discussion covered building a road to bathing at Green Bay and a committee was appointed to pursue the matter with the district engineer to seek road marking.

Cranbrook Aeea F. W. Green W. F. Cameron A. Neabit H. Wilson Sevy-Treas H. Risser Kimberly W. Greaves M. McPherson Eed Leater Clapp Aetad Cameron Greaves Hogarth

Theatre Adopts Fall Booking Policy in Cranbrook

Theatre management announces a new fall booking policy amid rising costs and industry consolidation. The plan increases film offerings and sets a flat 25 cent minimum price with tax to simplify tickets, promising top line attractions like Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp, Hearts of the World, and various comedies. Adults pay 26c with tax, children 16c, and school girls 20c, as the policy rolls out from August 19.

Cranbrook Alladin

Man Claims Vision Names Prophet Role in Cranbrook

Tom Taylor, declared divinely chosen to preach dressed as in Eden, wandered a Cranbrook street before police intervened with a blanket. Doctors Green and MacKinnon judged him insane and he was taken to New West.

Tom Taylor Cranbrook Garden of Eden

Men Who Have Died For Us

list of soldiers from Cranbrook who died in the war for memorial inscription. City Clerk to receive corrections or omissions in spelling. Names include MacDonald John Reid and many others with ranks Lt. and entries such as J. Henley and W. Shaw. Patriotic duty urged to ensure the names are preserved and none omitted.

R. Haynes George Howard M. L

Ghanarok Park Parking Proudly Praised by Visitor

A Kalispell Montana tourist lauds Cranbrook auto club’s new parking area calling it the finest he has seen after extensive travel across the U S. The note appears amid mentions of Pathe's The House of Hate at Rex Theatre and rising demand for serials in major theatres including Pantages Calgary. Antonio Moretto is noted among cast.

Cranbrook Auto Club Kalispel, Mont Pathe Rex Theatre Pantages Theatre Calgary Pearl Antonio Moretto

Mystery to thrill as Walden film series debuts

Opposite Miss White is praised for support in a new picture. A hooded terror looms as the pro ducer promises the surprise of a lifetime in the first two episodes. A note to the head of Walden’s, maker of munitions, vows revenge and dominance. A theatre serial promises top attraction with a feature and comedy.

Miss White Atore House of Walden’s Walden

Joyful Send-Off Chen to Popular Young Man

A large gathering at St Marys Hall honored Harry Reade on the eve of his coastward voyage to join the navy. The Cranbrook resident, long popular locally, responded with readiness and hopes to celebrate with sailors hornpipes on a King’s ship once war returns to open seas.

Chen Harry Reade Navy St. Marys Hall Cranbrook Harry Aix Kiel Canal

Churcheeo Methodist Church Invites All For Sunday Sermon

Rev. R. W. Lee will lead a service at the Churcheeo Methodist Church with a sermon titled Impressions of the Chautauqua. The pastor extends a hearty invitation to all citizens to attend the 7:90 service.

Churcheeo Methodist Church R. W.W. Lee R. W. Lee

Union Services and Sermons at Local Churches

Rev J L Sinclair presides at Union services with the Presbyterian church at 11 a m in the Baptist church with the theme Christ the Child and the Church the greatest challenge of the day. A school session is at noon in the Baptist church. Evening at 7 20 p m in the Presbyterian church on The Bible and Faith Healing.

J. L. Sinclair The Presbyterian Church Baptist Church Pasbyterian Church

Wedding Bells United Healey and Mrs Grey in Cranbrook

A quiet wedding occurred on Wednesday August 7 as Rev Father Murphy joined John P. Healey and Ethel Grey formerly of Creston in marriage. A reception followed at Mrs H E Sainsbury’s home with sister as bridesmaid and A McDonald supporting the groom. The couple will reside on Hanson Avenue and are wished happiness.

Father Murphy John P. Healey Ethel Grey Creston A. McDonald H. E. Sainsbury John Healey Cranbrook Mrs. Healey Hanson Ave

Chautauqua Week in Crandrock City Ends in Praise

Crandrock City's Chautauqua week finished with broad acclaim for the varied program. The musical portion impressed critics as high quality though the lectures drew mixed reactions for length and density. The committee's work was praised for financial success and overall achievement, with thanks to attendees and local organizers.

Everbody H. White Cerb

Meeting Notes From South East Kootenay Stock Breeders

The Stock Breeders Association of South East Kootenay met in City Hall on Saturday at 2:00 PM with many members attending. Key topics included R C Eakin's report on Alberta hay land prospects and a plan to build a Cranbrook cold storage plant for stock raisers. Also noted were prairie cattle purchases and upcoming Fall Fair plans with increased livestock prizes. Mrs. Robt Dixon is improving rapidly at the Westminster nerve hospital.

Stock Breeders Association of South East Kootenay R. C. Eakin Alberta Association Cranbrook Banaing & Good

Rod and Gun Club meeting funds for fry transfer

About twenty members attended the Rod and Gun Club meeting in the city hall on August 18. A committee of Webster Dunn Campbell and Clapp was formed to raise funds by subscription and membership to cover costs of transferring fry to the district. Five new members were admitted and a $2.00 donation from W. H. Shira reported. Foster Dunn gave a long report on the Victoria Game Conservation Board meeting. The fundraising committee has $75 including an $85 donation from Otis Staples Lumber Co, enough to cover expenses.

The Rod and Gun Club Webster Dunn Campbell Clapp Mesare Shankland Cooper W. H. Shira F. A. Dunn le Victoria Game Conservation Board Otis-Staples Lumber Go Clib

Flower Show And Exhibit By Women's Institute

The fourth annual flower show and exhibition of women's work will be held August 29 in the Parish Hall from 2 p.m. A dance follows 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Prizes cover fancy work flowers plants culinary and juvenile events with proceeds for Red Cross. War trophies will decorate the stage and a strong musical program is planned. Proceeds aid war relief efforts. Attendance is expected to be large.

Women’s Institute Red Cross

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