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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 05, 1927
Page
2
Ottawa votes to allocate a quarter of a million dollars for a national capital diamond jubilee program. Provinces lose hoped share as funds stay confined to Ottawa, raising concerns that smaller towns cannot mount fitting celebrations. Critics question the emphasis on official pomp in a city surrounded by government presence.
The town debates school expansion as ratepayers prepare to vote on two by-laws for the high school. One proposal adds space while the other contemplates a new building and possible junior course readjustments, with concerns about congestion and cost. If both are rejected, the board may limit next year’s enrolment, while a new plan may be needed to relieve facilities and fund future needs.
The club hosted a Visitors Day after tea with many members present for putting and driving events won by Mrs. H. A. McKowan and Mrs. D. M. Mac Donald. The season fixtures list includes mixed foursomes on May 7, Staples Cup for ladies on May 17 and May 21, and various cups and Tombstone competitions through September with a club championship for both ladies and men. Rumors about a new concrete tennis court circulate as golfers share sweeping hints and etiquette tips to preserve greens.
Announcement that the contract for erecting St Marys Catholic Church has been awarded to Messrs. Sainsbury and Ryan. The decision marks a major milestone in the parish project as work begins on the new church building.
Work has begun on the Mc Pherson undertaking parlor and chapel on Norbury Avenue, with the project likely to enliven the street this summer. The building is expected to cost about 25000 dollars and will be a credit to the city and its workers who made it possible. A 25 dollar grant was given to the local baseball and football clubs for equipment. Mr and Mrs George Renich left by motor for Vulcan Alberta after news of Mrs Renichs mother Mrs James Eastwoods death from cancer. Mrs Eastwood, a well known local figure, was mourned by many friends.
Wardner notes report a Friday PTA event with four bridge tables and twelve whist groups, prizes, a postponed dance, and praise for community support. Also covered are Ladies Basketball Club practice, a fishing weekend trip, and Wardner Athletic Association annual meeting with officer elections, tennis court plans, and ground preparation bids.
Invermere residents recount a walk mile from Wilmer where a coyote and ten pups were sighted. Eight pups were captured and kept, while the mother and two others escaped. Meanwhile Lt Governor Bruce and niece Miss Helen McKenzie arrived in Victoria and retreated to Government House at Pyneloges for a few days. High water is anticipated in the Columbia and Kootenay headwaters this year.
Persistent last winter snowpack promises plentiful irrigation water, easing supply pressures after several lean years. Snow endurance delays spring, but the deep accumulation could relieve drought concerns and support upcoming farming needs.
Mrs Hudson and children left last week to join her husband at Trail to build a future home. Mrs Markle and Mrs Neily went to Yahk to visit Mrs Patrncl. Mr Arbuckle toured Jaffray to inspect CP ties. Mike Kary left for Moyie to haul ore. Mrs Kershaw visited Fort Steele and danced. B Johnson and son traveled to Jaffray to visit Mr and Mrs Wallner and attend the dance. Marsden family and Lillian Jones motored to Mayock for Cameron’s ranch visit. Scandinavian dance attendees included the Nelsons Lindholms Lindberg Edlund and Asplund. music by Shelborn and Holmgren. Next dance planned with Fernie Orchestra. W Lindberg family and Edlund visited Wardner. Markle returned with her mother Mrs Herb from Creston. Markle had been visiting Yahk. C Harry and son Pete came from Jaffray. Charlie working at the mill since spring. Miss Mary Damstrom left for Jaffray after months with Mrs Bjorkman.
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