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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 07, 1920
Page
9
Attorney-General says Cumberland’s lack of a police magistrate stems from remuneration disputes and political maneuvering. Council discusses letter from J W deB Farris and delays final action while seeking full data amid ongoing controversy.
Mayor D R MacDonald announced the Electric Lighting Company will cut street lighting from 7 to 5 cents per kilowatt hour, a substantial saving for the city. Council members praised the move and noted possible alleyway lighting improvements at no extra cost to residents.
City Council reappointed Mr. Thomas Mordy to the position of city clerk on Monday night. Mr. Carey applied to handle the bond required by the city clerk and that official was instructed to place the bond promptly.
Charlie Sing Chong operates groceries dry goods boots shoes crockery general merchandise in Cumberland and is connected with Hong Chong & Co in Bevan. The listing notes the business names and locations for the merchants.
The business with Mr. Carey setting the rate was about equal to the rate charged in the past, showing consistency in pricing.
City Council approved raises for city clerk T Mordy to 55 dollars per month and nightman J Baird to 120 dollars per month. The police chief salary was left to the police commissioners to decide.
Ford dealers EMDE and WAIL in Courtenay urge customers to place orders now to secure later delivery. They emphasize commitment to serving the community and ensuring buyers get cars at a future date.
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