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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 08, 1927
Page
2
A Cumberland Islander column mocks celebrity readers and editors while reflecting on age old ideas. It retells John Henry and a boyhood scene, then ponders on newness versus old truths, taxes, and human nature, urging restraint and steady effort.
The Pythian Sisters held a productive sale of home cooking and afternoon tea in the Fraternal Hall on Wednesday. A large varied display drew eager buyers as items sold quickly. Ticket 172 won the luncheon set with Franklyn Smith of Courtenay the winner. Miss Jennie Bogo won the ladies silk scarf with No 298.
Vacant Crown lands may be pre empted by British subjects over 18 or aliens declaring intent to become British subjects subject to residence occupation and improvement for agriculture. Pre emptions require five year occupancy and $10 per acre improvement. Purchase prices 5 2.50 for arable and grazing land respectively. Homestead leases unsurveyed areas up to 20 acres with dwelling required. Grazing districts managed by a Grazing Commissioner with annual permits.
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