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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Dec 09, 1926
Page
6
A. Brogan and spouse entertained many friends on Saturday for a whist drive. A midnight luncheon followed and prizes awarded to winners with ladies’ first going to Mrs. Jack Hamilton.
Local residents attend church services and social gatherings. Highlights include birthdays celebrated at the CPR Hall, multiple visits from Cranbrook and Nelson, and a Christmas rush with help from Mrs. Harrison and Miss Stewart. Division I attendance and merit lists are published for Yark School with many named students.
A roundup of Cranbrook items records Annie Rooney at the Star Theatre Mrs Bryant in St Hurene Hospital Penticton visitor Robert P Brown plans to stay in East Kootenay for game time Mrs Alex Cameron hosted the curlers ball in Cranbrook on the 80th Moyie voters cast ballots in beer plebiscite Jack Patterson resumes mill duties after illness J F Deane of Trail hired as local accountant Little daughter of Mr and Mrs Philip Conrad ill in Cranbrook hospital Nmas Tree committee volunteers and decorations A Boake to furnish the tree Street light questions and town life updates including new life Mogie modernization.
Delegates met in Vancouver on November 13 1926 to hear J P Watson outline past season and future lineup. Secretary’s report showed about 1500 dollars in balance with 219 from intermediate tournament and 200 from CAJHA for junior hockey. A split of 850 dollars was set aside to assist three clubs traveling to the tournament. The Towers Club bill for medals sparked debate on funding for champions. A 200 dollar CLA ILA grant will aid 20 and under junior hockey, with the incoming executive to act.
The narrative details Wolseley and volunteers marching 600 miles to Red River, facing hostile tribes, supply challenges, and two months of provisions. It notes Riel’s flight to the U.S. and Manitoba’s formation, with Wolseley praised and later named army commander. The piece also covers civic affairs and Amateur hockey prospects.
Mrs Bill Green of Kimberley spent the weekend with daughter Mrs Frank Conrad. Mr Kilgour remains home sick. Mrs Vallance is in hospital with an infected finger. Rube Shore left for Trail where he found work. Many drove to Cranbrook Saturday to see Little.
A humorous exchange shows a man naming his mule Corporation after reading papers. The old storyteller explains the animal earns blame and abuse in the township for acting on its own will, reflecting on how names and behavior invite reaction.
Tad Frosh proclaims his affection for Charlotte, praising her as different from other girls and confessing exhaustion with their superficial allure. The playful exchange highlights his genuine attraction amid flirtatious banter and admiration.
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