30 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 30, 1917
Page
1
The Rev Captain Hindley, famed for The Reign of the Common People, plans a series of talks in this district to promote anti militarism and conscription support. He frames the campaign as part of a democracy driven struggle against German militarism and autocratic rule, urging broad public backing.
A gathering of Conservative delegates from Wilmer Windermere Athalmer Canal 1 and nearby formed a Win-the-War Association. James Lambert was elected President with A G Cuthbert as Vice-President and S G Hamilton as Secretary-Treasurer.
The Service Council and allied groups urge churches to back a progressive program on social regeneration. Key aims include living wage, eight hour day, Sunday rest, unemployment and old age insurance, housing, health, and anti corruption measures. The piece questions whether churches will actively advocate these reforms.
A fiery proclamation targets political thugs and mass apathy in Canada and beyond. The author blames autocratic influences, warns of manipulation by power seekers, and promises a detailed exposé on how voters are deceived while urging unity with the fight for freedom. continuation promised.
Word reached Cranbrook that Lance Corporal Robinson Cyril Brown aged twenty four of the 72nd Highlanders died of wounds received in action near Lens on August Std. He previously worked for two years as a compassman and cruiser for the C P R and enlisted in 1915 with the 11th C M A. His mother and father mourn his loss as Cranbrook honors a brave, duty bound soldier.
The mining column notes a narrow asbestos vein in serpentine rock too slim for profitable work. Large parallel dykes of material favor prospecting between ager Siding and Rampart, with asbestos also reported near Maus Creek and Lamb Creek. A new Sullivan ore mill near Marysville will replace Kimberley to cut costs, using a 400 foot head and 25 cfs water to power a planned large mill, boosting Marysville employment and regional prosperity for years.
Minutes from Cranbrook Chautauqua Association at City Hall on Friday August 24 report attendance by officers and members led by President White. Treasurers book shows gate receipts 880 total with 1019 single admissions and expenses 114.40. Committee discusses concession fees profits and distribution to St John Ambulance and D E B Society with amendments and letters to Calgary office.
Wm. Stork of the Victor Mine narrowly escaped death while building a trail. A fir tree being removed caused it to fall between two trees and sweep him over an embankment twenty feet down the mountainside. He is now recovering in Fort Steele with injuries.
The article defends Consolidated as a vital asset despite criticism. The author argues it provides excellent employment and cares for its workers, calling it the country’s key mining driver in East Kootenay even as opposition lingers. Continued on Page Four.
The Flower Show and Exhibition of Women's Work at the Parish Hall on Anguish week lists prizes for bread preserves cakes pies and pastries plus firsts for bread and butter etc. Distinguished names include Mrs W Brown Mrs J Palmer Mrs O Learned Mrs McFarlane and Mrs L Clapp among many others in horticulture embroidery and crafts. The event features class prizes for flowers vegetables and needlework with special recognition to Mrs Christie for an embroidered table set.
The Cranbrook Win-the-War league pledges a union government as the people of Canada are urged to work like the patriots of East Kootenay who have begun and will continue efforts amid messages of encouragement from Liberal and Conservative associations and ex-partizan MPs.
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