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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 07, 1920
Page
1
A newspaper note warns Cumberland merchants that a timber boom near the city could shift trade away unless a live board of trade is formed and energized. A meeting drew only a few merchants. Mayor MacDonald calls for a second gathering to act before rivals win the opportunity.
Provincial Police Mortimer of Cumberland and Dawley of Courtenay raided No 1 Japtown and seized a working whiskey plant. Owner Sarayama pleaded guilty and received $500 fine and six months hard labor, paid on the spot, with a complete still, mash and about ten gallons of whiskey captured.
The Cumberland command of the Great War Veterans Association voted Tuesday night to enter the political arena and seek a coalition with the party offering the best terms. They will not back any party or candidate that cannot give them tangible gains, signaling expected maneuvering by established politicians.
Miss Aya Bald win hosted a birthday party with dancing and games. Notable departures include Mr. Hugh Baker leaving for Victoria and Miss Cartwright resigning to move to Vancouver. The Recreation Club plans a whist drive and dance, and several vessels called at the Canadian Collieries wharf including Cheerful and Princess Beatrice among others.
The Islander urges Cumberland residents to support Samuel Shouldice and his large family as he remains hospitalized and unable to work. Mayor MacDonald endorses the appeal and a subscription list is opened with full credit in each issue. Contributions go to a city bank manager with withdrawals by the mayor and manager.
At a Women’s Auxili ary meeting Mrs Owen and Mrs Baird resigned due to family illness. Mrs A McKinnon was appointed president and Mrs Clinton secretary. A linen shower is set for February 25 at Church of England Hall 2 30 to 5 p m. Donations of linen items needed with sheets at least 2 3 yards long. Tea will be served.
The Women’s Auxiliary of the G W W A held its annual election at the last regular meeting. Officers elected include President C J Bunbury Vice President Marsh Secretary Conrad Treasurer W M Brown Executive Committee J Thomson Marsh Piket Visiting Committee Pearson Bird. The president praised attendance, finances and past work, and urged continued effort.
Police were notified early Wednesday of the sudden death of a Japanese woman at Union Bay. Foul play was suspected as onlookers noted the abrupt collapse. Dr. McNaughton performed an autopsy in Cumberland and found heart trouble with no evidence of external cause.
City firefighters announce their annual Masquerade Ball will take place on St Patrick's Day March 17 They promise this year will surpass previous events and expect strong supporter turnout.
The Great War Veterans' Association voted Tuesday to hold a church parade on the Sunday nearest the Vimy Ridge attack. Sunday April 11 was chosen for a memorial service with overseas men uniting with their comrades toHonor fallen brethren. Further notice will follow.
The City Council invited the Board of School Trustees to discuss this year’s estimates on Thursday evening. The aldermen’s absence left the lone female trustee to face the meeting, so the council postponed the estimates out of courtesy to the ratepayers.
Thomas Bannerama marked his sixty second birthday with a large family gathering at his residence. He received many gifts as Mrs H B Conrad prepared a sumptuous repast for guests who ended the evening with the song for hes a jolly good fellow.
The Police Commissioners opened the year with their inaugural meeting on Tuesday evening. Commissioner Maxwell took the oath of office and the board discussed routine business.
Friends note Mrs William Merrifield has recovered enough to stay at home. District official Charles Graham left for Vancouver while mines inspector Henry Devlin arrived in Cumberland. W Marshall of Fletcher Music left for Nanaimo and returned. Mrs J Fraser and Mrs J Thomson departed for Victoria. Card of Thanks from Mrs Whitehouse honors helpers for a benevolent draw won by William Henderson Sr with number 384.
Provincial police probe multiple thefts as boats disappear at Fanny Bay with thieves suspected to be active in the area.
Victoria February 7. The cabinet ordered that no firm or monopoly may obtain blanket grants to national resources and alienate them from production. The measure specifically reserves coal and petroleum staking, with unstaked coal areas to be reserved for the people. Hon. Pattulo explains the order as the government’s policy to end resource alienation.
Vancouver politician J S Cowper assailed the Opposition leader during a Vancouver assembly session, challenging claims about Melville soldier settlers and Bowser’s forecasts. Kenneth Duncan urged focus on taxation, reforestation, and agriculture while criticizing opposition rhetoric and labor party assertions.
London reports the Allied reply to the Dutch note refuses Kaiser Wilhelm’s extradition as the primary aim. It reasserts the original demand for surrender for trial and outlines arguments for extradition and the alternative if Holland resists.
Paris reports that Ambassador J Susserand has conveyed prudent instructions to advise the American government that France agrees with the Senate's position on the peace treaty, mirroring the sentiment in Viscount Grey's letter to the London Times.
In police court this week a minor assault case was tried and a fine of 15 dollars was imposed.
Two days of fierce Atlantic gales threaten ships along the North Atlantic coast. The steamer Princess Anne carrying 32 passengers and 70 crew members from Norfolk to New York ran ashore 50 miles south of New York. all aboard were rescued. Boards of Trade meet in Vancouver with limited business as delegates plan to study Oriental immigration and agriculture issues and prepare reports before adjournment.
Ottawa reports the cabinet has decided to hold the opening of Parliament in the new buildings on February 26 in the Commons chamber.
The provincial police announce dog tugs have arrived and urge owners outside the city to secure licenses promptly. Mints resume work with all chitte to be employed today at the mines.
Victoria reports a weekly record with certificates of incorporation issued to 29 new companies during the past week.
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