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Newspaper
Cranbrook Herald
Location
Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Sep 18, 1911
Page
3
Senator G C King of New Brunswick recalls a historic Conservative manifesto pushing reciprocity with the United States and threatening annexation. He notes the 1854 reciprocity treaty averted annexation and argues loyalty rhetoric echoes past political maneuvers in St John.
The writer notes meeting Sire T during the 1908 campaign at Yinh and praises fairness shown in the impromptu discussion and the stand bearer’s address. The writer, a Socialist, says despite political differences there was no sense of unfair treatment in the matters discussed and reflects on his experience with the Conservative side.
FE Anderson of Ymir British Columbia writes about obstacles to his 1909 registration and the May revision that erased several names. He calls for investigation to prevent dishonest disfranchisement and notes Liberals and Socialists' stance on reciprocity. He predicts Conservative losses if voters are treated unfairly and signs off as a rancher in 1911.
In a speech to Nova Scotia electors and Canadians, Campaign Notes Hon WooS Fielding attacked the annexation bogey and argued that opponents rely on waving the British flag, asserting loyalty to British institutions during the old reciprocity period and citing King Edward and Conservative figures as examples of loyalty, not disloyalty.
Ex mayor Fred Stork reports from Montreal to Prince Rupert that reciprocity with the United States could sway rural voters toward the Liberals. He says urban centers lean Tory but rural ridings may swing, and that opposition fears of annexation are overblown. Meanwhile Cranbrook Fair lists boost Purity and Five Roses Flour sales as housewives seek quality bread and pastry results.
A local program features the comedy Yon Youson with David Brattstrom in the next role, touted as a top Swedish character exponent. Also notes second hand buggy and poultry for sale, a railway division station grounds contest winner receives $50, and city officials face inquiries over trade licenses. Diarrhea prevention ad and medical remedy offered by Chamberlain's products.
Master Bryson Finnis leaves for Okanagan College while Misses Leask Short and Bridges depart for Summerland. Piano rental offered from Sept 11. Dr. Hugh Watt visits from Fort Steele to meet his son. Edison orchestra provides music for dances at the Edison theatre. John Keen visits town to oversee deputy appointments for Thursday’s election. Polls open Sept 21 from 9 to 5 coast time at the Auditorium with five booths and deputy returning officers listed.
Machinery for sale includes 2 boilers 2 engines and sawmill machinery and planer offered for quick sale by W Leask Cranbrook. At the Auditorium on Wednesday evening human hearts a rural drama will be presented as the featured attraction.
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