11 Feb 1909
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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 11, 1909
Page
1
The Cranbrook Herald urges fair debate on local option and liquor trade. It defends press independence from party control and argues for responsible advertising and quality local journalism. It also notes bank prosperity and Canadian agriculture's strong year.
F R Simpson manager reports that Cranbrook Herald circulation for 1908 was 71 078 copies. Monthly totals are listed from January to December with an average monthly circulation of 5923.3 and an average weekly circulation of 1866.47, sworn February 1, 1909 by Notary John Hutchison.
A local column defends BC hotels amid the Local Option push. It argues hotels are legitimate businesses, compares potential newspaper confiscation to confiscating property, and praises hotel owners for community leadership and public service.
A large deputation urged Local Option before Premier Medvide and allies. The Week calls for a referendum at the next provincial election, arguing it preserves personal liberty and avoids extreme policy without a mandate. The McBride administration is praised for conservative handling and possible future action if voters decide.
The January report lists attendance figures for divisions under several instructors. Divisions show varied numbers with some perfect attendances noted for Martha Bennett Jessie Kennedy Earl Stiven, Harold Birds Wilfred Dallas Doris Johnson Archie Cluisholm Gordon Fowler Grace Tiggins Rolla Johnson Lottie Jeask Marguerite Stone, Daisy Warrant Merritt Leask, and none in Division V.
The annual report of A. Bryan Williams, provincial game and forest warden, shows the new system working well with strong deer and caribou populations. Revenue from licenses nears grant usage. wardens are urged in key districts including GPP and McConnell Creek. Society notes rising moose and wapiti, but warns on theft of teeth and protection needs on Vancouver Island.
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