Cranbrook Herald Weekly Record November 2 1916
Local Cranbrook issue lists community notices and brief items from Cranbrook British Columbia. Names of residents and dates appear with town happenings and public notices.
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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Nov 02, 1916
Page
2
Local Cranbrook issue lists community notices and brief items from Cranbrook British Columbia. Names of residents and dates appear with town happenings and public notices.
The editorial argues the high cost of living is a world wide issue not unique to Cranbrook and urges government action. It notes distrust of local merchants charging higher prices and calls for a Get together Conference by the Retail Merchants Association to discuss solutions with community benefit.
A mining article argues that high metal prices and renewed development could spark a long term industry around Cranbrook. It highlights lower grade and untapped gold near Perry Creek and Homestake, with experienced miners urging capital to prove and fund the project for a potential major continental gold center.
The piece argues that true patriotism is tangible giving within means, not just arming forces. It urges ordinary Canadians to donate generously, support the Canadian Patriotic Fund, and provide voluntary organization to meet wartime needs. It frames generosity as a test of national character in hard days ahead.
A garbled clipping discusses presidential odds with Wileon and Hogtown Aupghes as the main names, noting shifts in support and public favor. The text appears to reference polling or betting changes, suggesting Wileon may be ahead or even with Hogtown Aupghes. The piece is fragmentary and historical in tone. A separate ad-like fragment recounts an elderly Mrs. John Wickersham praising Vinci for restored strength after taking two bottles, claiming renewed energy and ability to perform housework, bolstered by a message about its ingredients. Also mentions a Kelowna creamery reporting butter value.
In a portrait of political maneuvering, Union Pac figures Lovett and Underwood align with the Democratic nominee, signaling cautious approval of Wilson as a neutral U.S. power. The shift suggests Wilson may win support among railroad interests opposed to the Senate reform agenda, as western demand for wheat access grows and public discontent swells.
A Toronto Globe editorial argues for a united Conservative Liberal committee to recruit soldiers, urging Sir Robert Borden to rally Canadians and overlook party politics. It notes rising living costs and favors greater production and tariff removal as remedies, emphasizing national sacrifice over partisan strife.
Mr. A Erskine Smith a noted mining engineer and hunter led a party last July to northern British Columbia near Hazelton They reported abundant American engineers in the interior and widespread mining activity He said the boom has started and American capital is ready to enter BC as prospects improve He noted high work levels and expect delays before the party returns from the expedition continuing into province wide mining prospects Vancouver Province
Dear Sir, the town braces for rising general prices affecting Cranbrook. Storekeepers and housekeepers must curb costs as money leaves the town. buyers save by sending away for goods, while local delivery, debt, and overhead raise prices. A public airing in open columns is urged to restore confidence and cooperation between shopkeepers and households.
Private Johnnie Kelly reports from the front near Sept 8 mentioning Bill Robertson killed by a sniper as the unit moved toward the 2nd line. He notes heavy mud and rain, soldiers found in trenches, and a rest period ahead while cleaning mud from clothes.
Loyal Old Timers praise wartime sacrifice in British Columbia and urge ready settlement. The letter discusses postwar land schemes, ready made farms, and Dominion plans to aid soldiers and families, with Alberta and New South Wales examples and calls for fair, orderly settlement in British Columbia. It notes CPR irrigation projects and the need to avoid repeat land scams, urging swift action for Canada’s postwar opportunity.
Resolve to Succeed encourages shedding petty ailments and improving mood by addressing the root cause. It urges cleansing the digestive system, removing impurities, and restoring a healthy, well functioning balance.
Notice is given that on December 1 a renewal application will be made to the Superintendent of Provincial Police for the hotel liquor license to sell by retail at the Imperial Hotel Fort Steele British Columbia. Also December 1 an application for wholesale liquor license No 92 will be made for Cranbrook Brewery on Lot 29 Group 1 South East Kootenay Cranbrook. Dated October 20 1916 Cranbrook Brewing Co Ltd Harry Hesse Manager Applicant.
Notice is given that on December 1 an application will be made to the Superintendent of the hotel license to sell the International Hotel, located at Moyle, in the Province of British Columbia.
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