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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Dec 09, 1927
Page
2
A man laments young couples in nearby apartments wasting precious hours on solitaire and idle radio listening to jazz, while acknowledging harmless bridge games. He argues that many hours are frittered away nightly, though occasional group play can be healthy with some discipline and direction.
The author urges readers to reclaim unused time for reading and self improvement. By avoiding distractions like solitaire and radio, individuals can turn wasted hours into valuable learning, advancing mental sharpness and personal growth.
The Cranbrook Courier lauds home town enthusiasts who support community causes. They join committees, meet with project organizers, and balance civic service with successful personal business. The piece emphasizes reciprocity and broad goodwill without naming individuals.
Cumberland High School basketball teams visited Nanaimo last Friday. The Boys tied 20 20 while the Nanaimo Girls edged the Cumberland girls by five points. Half time stood 4 4. Players included Girls captain Edna Conrad and Katherine Brown. Boys captain Harold Conrad led teammates Harold Conrad Victor Marinelli Jack Hill Norman Hill Archie Dick Andrew Brown Norman Frelone George Brown. The group thanked Mr Wm McLellan Snr Mr M Brown Mr Blackmore and Mr Victor Marinelli for lending cars.
The Cumberland Literary and Athletic Association will hold its annual meeting in the Athletic Hall on Sunday December 18 at 7 p.m. Election of officers will be conducted.
Twenty Canadian doctors arrived in London to inspect potential migrants under a new pre embarkation medical examination scheme implemented by the Canadian Department. The inspectors will assess applicants before departure to the Dominion, aiming to standardize medical fitness.
A plan to test the fitness of prospective immigrants before sailing aims to reduce rejection on arrival in Canada. Dr. Hames of Toronto and a brother of Mr. W A W Hames, editor of the Courtenay Free Press, were part of the traveling party.
The December issue features hunting and outdoor life stories including a Rocky Mountains trip for big horn sheep and goat by George H. Charla. Departments cover guns and ammunition, Fishing Notes, Outdoor Talk, Kennel Notes, Along the Trap Line, and articles on the growing Canadian silver fox industry.
Monthly publication by W. J. Taylor Limited in Woodstock Ontario.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Cliffe returned to Sandwich on Tuesday evening to visit Roy's parents over the holiday season.
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