02 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Aug 02, 1919
Page
1
The Great War Veterans' Association and the Vancouver World promote a special picnic at Royston with tea coffee cake and meals at moderate cost. Proceeds aid soldiers widows and orphans in Cumberland and Union Bay.
A listing of cash and goods donated by wholesale firms toward prizes for the Employees Picnic of the Comox Mines of Canadian Collieries. One third of proceeds go to Wellington Mines at Ladysmith. Cash gifts include 5.00 from The Stoneland Co. and 25.00 from The Ironton Engine Co. plus 1,000.00 in employee contributions. Goods include fountain pens, spoons, a berry spoon, electric taw, bathroom sets, a safe razor, knives, wash brushes, and bath items. The gathering at Royston promises a memorable day if weather holds. All accounts are due to secretary Thomas Mordy by August 9.
Community notices urge safety and supplies for Picnic Day events. Donations from E G Prior and McLennan and McFeeley support the hospital. Volunteers coordinate lost and found, first aid, and kiddie activities at the Committee Tent. Mrs Annie Forsyth visits after being elected County Clerk and Commissioner.
S. Davis of Vancouver advertises shoe repairs for Cumberland and district with prepared to use best materials and workmanship.
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