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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Apr 26, 1924
Page
5
The public will welcome the new issue of 5000 Facts About Canada for 1924 compiled by Frank Veigh of Toronto. The Canadian cyclopedia covers over fifty chapters on national prosperity and progress and includes much new matter. Copies are 30 cents each from the Canadian Facts Publishing.
Readers can obtain the latest editions from Co. at 588 Huron St Toronto or through leading newsdealers.
W H Kingsland of Canadian National Railways said Vancouver appeared to stand on solid foundations for future prosperity during a trip to the Pacific coast last week. He spoke as the rail network prepared to support regional growth and development.
G R Stevens former Western Canadian newspaperman now Canada's trade commissioner to South Africa states that Canadian flour has largely supplanted the United States product in the West Indies where Fordney tariff has affected trade.
At a Montreal meeting Canadian National Railways proposed cooperation with forest protective bodies across Canada. They offered staff equipment radio and telegraphic facilities and the formation of a committee to find solutions to firefighting problems.
A shipment of 104 partridge from Czecho Slovakia arrived last week and after captivity at the Manitoba Agricultural College Winnipeg to acclimatize will be released in the province. The birds were imported by the Manitoba department of agriculture.
Government posts a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the killer of Wicherley and his wife in Port Coquitlam recently.
The piece argues that some businessmen treat hobbies like fishing or collecting as a path to stronger character. It condemns modern work pressure as a juggernaut and advocates regular breaks, nature contact, and renewed strength to stay ahead, portraying the successful desk-ribbon jockey as a live wire in balance with nature.
Arrangements completed for a personally conducted Winnipeg to Vancouver tour via Jasper National Park and Prince Rupert. The special train will depart Winnipeg on July 2 and provide lodging for 200 to 250 passengers.
Dominion immigration offices report 819 United States immigrants to Western Canada in March. They brought effects valued at $49,689 and wealth of settlers totaling $204,207.
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