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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 09, 1914
Page
2
Rates show one year six months and three months at two dollars and one dollar and sixty cents respectively. Display advertising costs twenty five cents per column inch while reading notices or classified ads run ten cents per line.
An A. E. Watts piece urges government aid for farmers to unlock BC lands and cites Roosevelt Wyoming loan terms as unsustainable. The council chooses a special election on July 28 to secure municipal revenue backing the water works debenture, aiming to start work promptly and avoid delays.
A Calgary Herald note asserts the need to bear responsibility for actions presented by publishers and the public. It states this topic will engage the Canadian Press association at its Toronto meeting this week.
A Canada Monthly tribute extols Herbert Asquith as Britain's greatest statesman. It lauds his cool judgment and swift policy moves, notes his wartime adaptability, and praises his Loyalist leadership qualities. The piece highlights his humor, chivalry, and literary taste, framing him as a capable, personable premier.
An old verse contrasts day’s closing darkness with the sun's work in nature. It then likens human life to a daily sun that rises to bless the world before fading from sight. A blessing is sought that our days may leave a meaningful mark and ends with a call to begin boldly, even if only a line remains.
Debates in London outline direct Ulster government relations with Britain not via Dublin. Marquis of Crewe supports allowing a dual function lord lieutenant and minister, declines insisting on a home secretary. Amendments limit civil administration in excluded areas to non department powers and require both houses’ approval for orders in council. Irish MPs at Westminster reduced from 42 to 27.
Sundays low mass at 8 30 a m high mass 10 30 a m Sunday School 2 to 3 p m Rosary and Benediction 7 30 p m. Mondays and holy days mass 8 a m. weekdays mass 6 a m at the hospital. P Plamondon O M I
Sunday column quotes classic thinkers to urge readers that time flies and the night comes when no man can work. The preacher warns against delaying noble deeds and holiness, urging present action and clear choices today, with references to Horace Omar Khayyam and Tennyson.
A Canadian postmaster general circular proposes raising rates on newspapers by 100 to 300 percent and reimposes a fifty year old rule to charge one cent per copy. The measure, aimed at publishers and readers, is criticized as tyrannical and dangerous to the press and public. The piece accuses Pelletier of misrepresenting the press to officials and urges government scrutiny to protect readers.
Last week spoke on preparing our lives for school work. This week emphasizes teaching. Do not substitute articles or helps for Scripture. Use the Bible as the sole standard of authority and search its acts for the gems teachers seek.
Morning service at 11 a.m. with the Joy of the Lord subject. Bible class at 3 p.m. Evening service at 7 30 p.m. Loyal Orange lodge members to attend. Choir antiphons in both services. Knox Literary and Debating Society meets Wednesday at 8 p.m. A church picnic is planned for Wednesday July 22, with further details to follow.
Excerpt reflects Christian message on Jesus as a servant not a ruler, contrasting disciples seeking greatness with Christ's selfless life and cross. It cites Mark 10 45 and includes reflective lines from Wordsworth, Bacon, and Anon on service, kindness, and duty. The piece urges following Jesus in serving others.
On Saturday July 11 at 8 p.m a bright gospel service and on Sunday July 12 at 3 p.m children unite for classes with the topic David's Fall. A 7:30 p.m. gospel service invites all, with parents urged to send children to Sabbath school for their future. Capt. and Mrs. Hustler.
London July 3 Right Hon Joseph Chamberlain died here last night at his London residence at 10 30 pm The death removes a striking figure from British politics His wife Mrs Chamberlain and his son Austin Chamberlain were with him on his final hours His last public appearance was May 6 at his Birmingham home garden party The cause of death officially given as heart failure after a gradual decline since Tuesday The London season settled into gloom over the news
On July 8 the House of Lords, in committee on the Government of Ireland bill, removed the time limit and extended exclusion to Ulster as a province. A concession by Marquis of Crewe moved to substitute a secretary of state for the lord lieutenant, aligning with future Dublin parliament and executive links.
A historical note explains Newbro's Herpicide as the first scientific remedy to kill the dandruff germ. It states subsequent products mimic its appearance or odor but imitate the pioneering treatment rather than surpass it, marking a milestone in early hair care science.
An advertisement extols Newbro's Herpicide as the original dandruff germ destroyer and warns against inferior imitations. It claims rapid scalp relief and stresses money back satisfaction. The ad lists 60c and 1.00 sizes, offers samples for 10c, and notes availability through druggists and barber shops via Beattie-Murphy Co.
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