Cranbrook Herald notes local politics and railway plans
The Cranbrook Herald reports on Mayor Houston and Nelson leadership speculation, St Marys valley railway prospects, potential Great Northern or C P R expansion, and other regional developments. It highlights provincial politics, rail survey news, and local business advertising in a dense Chronicle style.
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St. Marys Valley
Great Northern
Cranbrook
Elko
Lethbridge
Edmonton
Kootenay Lake
Editorial notes on empire and Cranbrook crime purge
The piece blasts British pride and Nelson centennial celebrations, urges Cranbrook to purge its undesirable residents within 24 hours, and condemns officials for failure in law enforcement. It also challenges blame for a Kootenay court delay, attributing it to Ottawa’s legal department, not the attorney general. It mentions John Trouston resigning as Nelson mayor.
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Cranbrook
Ithan
Fall Wen
The
Herald
Wilson
Kootenays
Victoria
Ottawa
Dominion
Thanksgiving reflections on happiness and hardship
A reflective piece urges gratitude for health and shelter on Thanksgiving while acknowledging those facing poverty loss and burden. It contrasts cheerful outlooks with pessimism, recommending empathy toward the less fortunate and criticizing chronic complainers as harming family and community.
Seven Years Ago in Cranbrook Chronicle Highlights
Teseqmeee T. EE. Mahaffy, ex merchant of Wardner, returns from West Kootenay and plans to locate in Cascade. Gun accident injures Mr. MacLean near Baker Bottons. James Breen and A J Bellinger visit Sayward to discuss a potential British American Corporation smelter in Rossland. Water pipe trench to Cranbrook’s railway era begins, pump station planned. A BE Watt serves as temporary constable and health officer. Cranbrook’s Hanson block praised. social tensions noted. Delays to J A Hamilton’s Cranbrook visit blamed on Macleod misconnection and east train accident.
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T. EE. Mahaffy
Wardner
West Kootenay
Cascade
Mahafly
Kuskonook
Cranbrook
Mogie
James Breen
A. J. Bellinger
Northport
Sayward
Wanetta
British American Corporation
Rossland
Baker Street
Reoo
Mansfield
Herald
J. A. Hamilton
Macleod
Ree
Home Molding: Mothers Shape Cheerful, Noble Environments
A circa tone essay urges women to enrich the home to lift children. It argues mothers should adorn walls with inexpensive pictures, refresh furniture, and place flowers to create bright rooms. It warns against marrying troublesome men and notes a woman’s power lies mainly in the home. Kind words then heal and steady hearts, leaving lasting impressions.
Alberta Odd Fellows prepare to organize grand lodge
Winnipeg reports Alberta Odd Fellows set to form a new grand lodge after sovereign grand lodge action. The Calgary ceremonies run November 6 and 7 with R. G. R. Blackaby of Kingston Ontario leading the instituting office. Fifteen Yolges comprise the new jurisdiction.
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Winnipeg
Alberta
Odd Fellows
Grand Lodge
Calgary
R. G. R. Blackaby
Kingston
Ont
Timber License Notice From East Kootenay Lands
J Jorgenson acting for J W Ross applies for a special timber license thirty days after date to cut and carry timber on lands in East Kootenay District. Described parcels include James Cramp limit and lot 6281 with boundary lines defined by chains. Application is to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works in Victoria, dated October With, 10a, SOL.
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Victoria
East Kootenay
James Cramp
J. Jorgenson
J. W Ross
Notice to cut timber on Robinson-McKenzie lands
Notice is given that 30 days after date the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works at Victoria will hear an application to cut timber on a described block in the Fast Kootenay District. The lot lies southwest of Lot 6168, Group 1, and is bounded by an 80 chain square. Robinson McKenzie Lumber Co Limited seeks permission. Date September 30, 1905.
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