Mounties seize illicit still near Ha Ha Mountain
Chief Adams and Northwest Mounted Police nabbed Gus Johnson and Harry Burnett at a Wardner area still. The crude setup in a sugar barrel produced moonshine whisky. both men pleaded guilty, fined 300 plus costs, and the apparatus was ordered destroyed. Women tied to the ranch paid fines and released. The pool room of Alex Kil Ham is suspected as the distribution point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Adams
Northwest Mounted Police
Corporal Armitage
Ha Ha Mountain
Gus Johnson
Wardner
Harry Burnett
Leask
Chief Adams
Alex Kil- Ham
Burdett
Annual Dance of Tennis Club Offers Pleasant Evening
The club held its annual dance on Thursday evening at Partel Hall with many attending Invitations were issued. A five piece Vitrompidium orchestra provided music. Mr. Macdonald organized arrangements and Mr. Wallinger led the floor. Lady members donated refreshments. Prizes for the tournament were presented by Mr. G. A. Erickson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonnte Elub
Partel Hall
Vitrompidium
Macdonald
Wallinger
G. A. Erickson
Infant Son of Mr and Mrs Malone Dies
Two day old infant son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Malone died last Thursday at St Eugene hospital near Wattsburg Board. Mrs Malone had been ill but is improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Malone
Wattsburg
Mid- Wight
St. Eugene Hospital
Postmaster Henderson Resigns May Succeeding by Wife
Postmaster J. B. Henderson resigns after years of service. Reports say Mrs. Henderson will succeed him with petitions from local businesspeople. H. D. Wilson of Fernie is temporarily in charge as acting postmistress Mrs. Henderson awaits final appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
J. B. Henderson
Ottawa
H. D. Wilson
Fernie
Poultrymen Elect Officers At Cran brook Annual Meeting
The Cran brook Poultry Association held its annual meeting in the mayor's office at City Hall Tesday evening. Officers for 1920 were elected including Hon President Wm Harvey and Hon Vice President A M Beattle Waldo, with E T Cooper as President and J Gartside as Vice-President. Regular monthly meetings will be held in the Council Chamber on the first Tuesday of each month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cranbrook Poultry Association
Wm. Harvey
A. M. Beattle
Waldo
E. T. Cooper
E. T. Cooper, Vice-President—J. Gartside
Treasrer
J C. Kelly
R. J. Harbison
F. C. Robinson
W. Harris
H. White
J. Johns
FE. A. McPhee
Farmers Here May Join U F Farmers Here May Join U F
A joint meeting of the Farmers Institute and East Kootenay Stockbreeders Association in the Cornell chamber of city hall discussed forming a Cranbrook linked branch of the United Farmers of British Columbia. With only twelve present, executives were asked to pursue alinement with the UFB C at the next joint session and a new executive was elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Institute
East
Canadian Council of Agriculture
United Farmers of
B.C
Ah, Pyle
Cranbrook
C. Fleming
Wycliffe
BR Smith
Praveling Gallery of Pictures at Presbyterian Church
An unveiling gallery of tutorial pictures under the auspices of the 10.0.8 will exhibit at the Presbyterian church schoolroom for two weeks starting Monday. Admission is charged to defray expenses. adults and schoolchildren pay a small fee. Viewing hours are 4 to 6 each afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Community events set for January to May in town
Ladies Auxiliary to the G W V A hosts a rag dance in Veterans hall on Friday January 23. Great War Veterans plan an annual bali on February 13. A 24th of May celebration is announced as next event. Farmers Institute holds a special meeting January 31 in City Hall. Women’s Institute dances scheduled for March 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G.W.V.A
Veterans’ Hall
Farmers' Instituti
Women’s Institute
New Police Commission Opens with Backing for Enforcing Law
The new Cranbrook Police Commission led by Mayor Genest and Alderman Balmont met to set monthly sessions and outline strict enforcement. They pressed the chief to curb liquor handling, close down disorderly venues, and focus on youth safety while acknowledging juvenile detention limits.
Police board probes raids and pool hall bylaw enforcement
Chief Adams tells commissioners he sought spotters to aid the illicit sale probe but failed. Shankland presses on raids and enforcement of pool room bylaw with post notices, noting curtains drawn after midnight. Burnett’s depot‑opposite location eyed for possible closure. mayor urges strict but measured action, with further discussion on page five.
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Jiquer
Shanklead
Shanklend
Adams
Balmont
Shankland
Chief Adams
Genest
Com
A. C. Foresters and Companions Hold Meeting
The local A. C. Foresters and Companions gathering at Maple Hall featured whist and dancing with gadrilles as a highlight. Mrs Pantling played piano and Mr W Henderson acted as floor manager. Dainty refreshments were served to guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Foresters
Companiones
May Celebration Promises Big Midway Attract
Chief Percy Adams of the Great War Veterans committee arrived home from Spokane with plans to secure a midway and other attractions for the May 24 celebration. He reported strong interest from mining men in Spokane and East Kootenay, suggesting possible regional activity contributing to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy Adams
Great War Veterans’ Committee
Spokane
East Kootenay
Christ Church Guild Holds Annual Meeting in Parish Hall
The Parish Hall hosted the annual meeting of the Christ Church Guild on Tuesday evening. Officers for the year were elected, including Hon. President Mrs. J. Paterson and President Mrs. W E Haslam. The meeting approved reports, with committees named for sewing, sick care, and flower funds, and praised Mrs. John Smith for her energetic work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parish Hl
Guild of
Christchurch
Guild
J. Paterson
W E Haslam
G. Thompson
FH Yym
Mesdames Thompson
Hogarth
Bird
Mesdames Miles
J. .Smith
Masdames Beale
Harrison
F. B. Miles
Slaterville
John Smith
Beale
Nin
I. W. Green
New Year thrift urged for North America by Mr Beatty
The New Year call for thrift is urged as a continent wide resolution. Je W Beatty criticizes extravagance in war years and excess purchases by Europe and Canada. He warns of the danger of unchecked spending and exchange penalties for Canada and the United States amid postwar conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Pacific Railway Company
Je. W. Beatty
Europe
Canada
United States
Ratepayers Association to be formed in Cranbrook
A Ratepayers association will be organized in Cranbrook at an early date. It is believed the group will aid municipal bodies and follow the model of similar associations elsewhere in the province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cranbrook
Wold
Flu Rages in Chicago With 50 New Cases Hourly
Chicago officials report new flu cases at about fifty per hour on January 21 as health authorities monitor the outbreak and urge basic precautions amid rising illness in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago, Ill
Annual Dance of the Cranbrook Women’s Institute
The Cranbrook Women’s Institute announces its annual dance to be held on March 8. The event is noted for hospitality and is expected to be eagerly anticipated by lovers of this form of amusement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cranbrook Women's Institute
Mrs Chelmers to Speak at Women's Institute Meeting
Mrs RW Chelmers of Thrume BC promises to attend the next Women's Institute meeting on February 3 to give an address. She will also give lanterns on the Monday evening prior. Further particulars will be provided next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RW. Chelmers
Thrume
Women's Institute
Provincial Secretary Addresses Cranbrook Retail Group
The Cranbrook Retail Merchants Association held a well attended meeting in the City Hall. G Houghan, provincial secretary for retail merchants from British Columbia, now touring the province, spoke to advise member organizations on important matters. His address was enjoyed by all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cranbrook
Forbes Robertson Dared Submarines for Brenon
Sir Johnston Forbes Robertson helped fund The Stranger stage hit Passing of the Third Floor Back as it transferred to Brennon’s screen. The Rex Theatre shows the production today and tomorrow with the actor crossing the submarine infested Atlantic to aid the Allied Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnston Forbes-Robertson
Herbert Brenon
Rex Theatre
Sir Johnston
Herbert Brenan
Atlantic
Allied Red Cross
Hie
New Council Takes Hold Of Affair Of City
The 1920 City Council held its first meeting in City Hall with Mayor Genest presiding. Regular monthly meetings set for the second Thursday at 8, and a court of revision appointed for February. Committees named and orders issued on water intake, gas, and road tax, with opposition noted to Cranbrook Electric rate hike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genest Betty
Messere
Dunn
Balmont
Beliy
Genest
Ofasion
Orler
Ule
Flowers
Jones
Baki
Dina
Mackinnon
Nset
JH King
Cranbrook
Mackinon
May Wave Branch of the Provincial Library Here
A provincial library representative conferred with local board members and the Board of Trade about establishing a branch in May Wave. A decision hinges on future funding, cost estimates, and suitable quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
May Wave
Library Commission
Victoria
Leo Board
Spreull
Board of Trade
Thebrary
Farmers Institute to hold special meeting Saturday
A special meeting of the Farmers Institute is called for Saturday afternoon January 31 at City Hall to decide whether the local body will join with the United Farmers group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Institute
United Farmers
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Chief of Police
Moonshier’s
Poultrymen
E. I. Cooper
U. F
The
Institute
Kootenay Stockbreeders Trans
Pravelling Gallery
NEW Police Commission
Tin Horns
Law
Police Commission
Lis
Lee
Methodist Church
Adame
Shenkland
Ulings
Dag
Commissioer
Strankland
A. C. Foresters and Companions
Christ Church Guild
BND
Canadian Pacific Railway
Chicago
Womens Institute
Forbes-Robertson
Brenon
Lady Axtor
M. P
Plymouth
Eng
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Genet
Mackinnon Jones
Donn Tosrd
Eakin, Palmont and
Flowers Water Works
Eakin Mac Rinkon
Balmont Fire and Police
Balmont, Cakin and
Clisirman
Farmers Institute
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