Canadian Lumber Trade Outlook and Direct Shipping
The Cranbrook Herald examines opportunities in the foreign lumber trade for Canada, focusing on British Columbia. It argues for direct shipments from Canadian ports to Australia and urges appointing a Royal Commissioner to coordinate trade openings, with U S competition and evolving markets shaping the path forward. It notes Australia tenders, San Francisco shipping barriers, and the need to boost Canadian shipments to secure a foothold in foreign markets.
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Canada
Henry Pearce
Victoria
B.C
Pacific Coast
Bart
United States
British Columbia
Pearce
Mr. Pearce
Government of Australia
Anbarra
Australia
San Francisco
Columbia
Wen
United
Ind
Pearce Sugests
Canada Lumberman
Springfield Births and Cranbrook Poultry Notes
Mrs Small of Springfield announces the birth of three children, a cheery update for the father amid local events. Cranbrook Poultry and Pet Stock association plans exhibitions as spring arrives, with talk of notable progress in Canada reflecting regional pride. George F Brownits sues for $9000 back pay after twenty five years unpaid wages from a Canton lumber firm.
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George F. Brownits
Canton
Provincial Notes Reflect Kootenay District Happenings
Provincial Notes survey a busy slate of local topics from Robson to Rossland. Militia organized at Golden, Creston to start sheep raising, Carmi mine workers, Kootenay ducks, bee sweepers east Kootenay, and a cold spell at Mernie. Ambulance trips cost 1.50. Greenwood to cut water rates. Hatzic fruit picking, Keremeos apple shipments, Fernie hard times celebration. Grand Forks volunteers married before departure, Ivanhoe mill to treat Surprise ore, and relief efforts for Belgian refugees. Coal Creek crime, railway layoffs, Vancouver relief meals, and civic notes on taxes, pensions, and local industry wrap this section.
Editorial notes on Canadian politics and wartime sentiment
Canadians breathe easier as Sam Hughes returns to Canada avoiding German capture. Western cities consider dropping Merry Christmas this year to spare children from war. Joe Martin plans to contest Vancouver mayoralty, promising campaign truths. Port Arthur Board of Trade issues a pamphlet titled Back to the Land, praising Canadian self-sufficiency.
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Sam Hughes
Canada
Board of Trade
Port Arthur
Ont
News
Australian Idea Right Cheers Naval Autonomy a Letter
British publicist Richard Jebb has long backed local navies and opposed contribution plans. After the Emden’s capture by Sydney he urged adoption of Australia’s navy policy, predicting ships would ring Armageddon. The piece argues Canada should follow suit.
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Richard Jebb
Canada
Emden
Sydney
London Morning Post
Dominion
Lethbridge Herald
Young People Lose All in Vancouver Smash-Up
Depositors at Dominion Trust Company in Vancouver, including two South Vancouver nurses with about 8000 in savings, were duped by the manager into investing in a supposed gilt edged syndicate. They withdrew funds, believing quick returns, only to lose their earnings as the firm collapsed.
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Vancouver
Dominion Trust Company of Vancouver
South
Trust Company
South Vancouver
Dominion Trust Company
Death in lodging house tied to worthless oil shares
Frederick J. Sherwood was found dead in his room at a Spokane lodging house with papers showing certificates of Calgary oil stock. Conner Seaberg said suicide by astringent is suspected. A letter from his London- based daughter touched on hopeful ventures. He had resided in Spokane since 1909 and worked as a cook and janitor.
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Frederick J. Sherwood
J. T. Atkinson
St. Louis
Third and
Lincoln
Cononer Seaberg
Hilda
London
Eng
Spokane
Oakes’ Case
Isaac Baum
Pacific Avenue
Calgary
Spokane Chronicle
Renewal of Central Hotel liquor license Marysville BC
Paul Handley applies for renewal of a retail liquor license for Central Hotel in Marysville British Columbia. Notice dated October 16, 1914. Application to Superintendent of Provincial Police on December 1 next.
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Central Hotel
Marysville
British Columbia
Paul Handley
Lcense
North Star Hotel
Kimberley
Harry H. Drew
Heanse
Yahk Hotel
Yahk
Riley & Larson
Moyle
V. Desaulnier
International Hotel
British Co.tery
Windsor Hotel Fort Steele liquor license notice 1914
Notice under the Liquor Act 1910 by H Mather seeking renewal or transfer for retail in the Windsor Hotel Fort Steele in British Columbia. Dated October 16 1914. Intendent of Provincial Police signs.
Church column notes Sundays and evangelistic meetings
Catholic church schedule lists low mass at 830 a.m. and high mass at 1030 a.m. Sunday School 2 to 3 p.m. Rosary and Benediction 730 p.m. P Plamondon O M I and Rev O B Kendall, pastors. Morning worship 1100 a.m. Sunday school 300 p.m. Evening worship 730p.m. The Megest Real estate Deal in the World proclaimed by Doctor Spencer. Evangelistic meetings continue with daily topics including The Unpardonable Sin Girls Influence Dry Bones Poor Brilliant Young Men Way of the Cross with live singing and a warm welcome for all.
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Plamondon
O.M.I
Spencer
Knox Presbyterian Church Weekly Schedule and Revivals
Morning service at 11 with The Exploits of Maith subject. Evening service at 7 30 with To Him That Overcometh. Anthem at both services. Knox Literary and Debating Society meets Wednesday at 8 15. Revival services Saturday Sunday at 8 and also on Tuesday and Thursday the 24th and 26th. Bright gospel meetings. Captain and Mrs Hustler invite all.
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Maith
J. Paterson
H. Stephens
Knox Literary and Debating Society
Hustler
Methodist Church Services Invite and Schedule
The pastor will preach at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. with morning message The Splendor Slain and evening topic Roberts of Kan dahar a memorial service There is special music Sunday School and Onward Bible class at 3 p.m. All services are bright and inspiring with hearty congregational singing and a cordial invitation to all.
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Roberts
Kandahar
Humphries Sues Canadian Pacific for 5000 Damages
A. E. Humphries sues Canadian Pacific for 5000 damages in a Supreme Court case. He claims negligence by the railway and its employees caused the death of Robert Carl Humphries, a brakeman, at Wilson Siding on November 22, 1913, while coupling cars.
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Supreme Court
A. E. Humphries
Canadian Pacific Railway
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