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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 22, 1922
Page
2
The Mining Congo Journal estimates 685000 car miners on strike causing about six million dollars daily loss. National earnings fall as transportation and coal wages adjust to match price levels. If 65 to 75 percent of normal earning capacity persists, yearly loss reaches roughly twelve point five billion dollars.
The Cranbrook Herald notes a park by law likely to pass next Wednesday. Plans involve a rapid development of park facilities with yearly savings, debentures retiring over the next years and tax impact described as modest. Fernie relief funds, local visits, and potential St Marys River branch line are mentioned alongside by‑election timing and political maneuvering in British Columbia.
The piece discusses the Soviet Union easing away from communism and engaging with capitalist powers after a cautious shift. It notes internal policy mirrors foreign reversals and hints at ongoing difficulties as the regime navigates reforms and revolutionary pressures.
Victoria bc faces by election plans as Cranbrook and Vancouver races loom. Mrs Mary Ellen Smith, a Vancouver advocate for social reform, may join a Liberal slate as running mate with a temporary portfolio. The outcome could shape the Oliver government ahead of November session.
Wd Seymour of the city bakery remains hospitalized at St Eugene Hospital and is reported to be in a very weakened condition at this time.
In a critique of the British Columbian political scene, the piece argues that the government relies on by-elections and bribes to win support. It condemns debt, rising costs, and cabinet campaign travels as burdens on taxpayers while urging voters to scrutinize income versus outlay and governance strength.
Captain L Ede to conduct farewell services this Sunday at 7 30 pm after his return from the Coast The Farewell at Thurvest Time is the Sunday night address. Also notes a Cranbrook voters list revision adding about 200 new names and more dairymen heading to Golden for the BC Dairymen’s convention visiting Windermere on their way home. Board of Trade to host and show the district to visitors arriving around the 28th with executive meetings underway.
Angust Hay district agriculturist spoke to Fernie farmers and dairymen at the United Church basement on livestock origins and practices. He showed lantern slides comparing stock types from different countries and noted government aid available to farmers, emphasizing practical lessons for local trials.
The Herald announces W. J. Hooper, Unit Insurance Representative, will address veterans in the city on Saturday evening July 5 about Returned Soldiers Insurance. With the government plan nearing enrollment cutoffs, veterans and dependents are urged to learn the benefits offered.
Reports circulating indicate several will accept aids offered and Fernie may see purebred and high grade stock brought into the city. This hints at strong livestock activity and support for local farms.
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