This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 26, 1921
Page
1
A Cumberland gathering discussed building a wood tennis court doubling the playing season. A Tennis Court Company may issue ten dollar shares to cover initial costs with non shareholders paying later. Committees to organize were formed and a March 8 meeting scheduled.
The principal warns no new pupils will be admitted to the receiving class after Monday March 7.
Victoria Wests travel from Victoria to face Cumberland United in a Vancouver Island League match Sunday at 2.30. Manager Dave Wilson lists a fitful lineup amid injuries and illness, with players Clarke Walker Strang Gough Campbell Irvine Conti Jackson Carle Roberts Brown Bowman Milligan Hitchens Boothman Harrison required to be ready. Ground conditions improve as weather stays favorable.
The Ladies Aid of St. George's Presbyterian Church plans a bazaar on March 16. Details will be announced next week.
Dr. McLean Fraser of the B C University staff presented an illustrated talk in Anglican hall on Monday evening, showing many beautiful educational pictures. The lecture titled The Sea Beach at High Tide was arranged by the Comox Teachers Association and drew a large audience.
The St John’s First Aid and Mine Rescue Association holds its next monthly meeting in the First Aid Hall on Sunday March 6. Mr Peter Myers will read a paper on Mine Gases.
The Holy Trinity Men's Club will meet Monday at 8 o'clock. Rev Geo Kinney will read a paper with questions and discussion afterward. Attendance is encouraged and a cordial invitation is extended to all men.
The Women's Auxiliary of the G. W. V. A. will meet Monday at 7 30 p m in Memorial Hall for important business.
A Cumberland district cricket club meeting drew 25 names of intending members. After discussion on suitable grounds, another meeting will be held soon. Interested persons may send their name to Cricketer care of The Islander.
Friday event notice promotes Whist Drive and Dance hosted by the Auxiliary in Memorial Hall. A second March 4 Whist Drive and Dance is highlighted as a community gathering with music and cards.
Cumberland United Football Club will present medals to the Upper Island League champions on Wednesday evening at Ilo-Ilo Hall. Dancing runs from 9 to 2 after the victory over South Wellington secured Cumberland's third title, adding British Columbia and Vancouver championships to their laurels.
John Marocchi died Wednesday after a brief illness at age 55. A Cumberland resident of 30 years, he worked in the Comox Mines before starting a general store with his brother, who predeceased him. Survived by his widow Mrs Marocchi and sons John L. and Silvio Marocchi, his funeral is led by Cumberland Lodge No. 26 A F and A M with Ancient Order of Druids participation. stores close in respect.
A large Courtenay wedding March 23 joined Lillian Armstrong of Alberni BC and W A Urquhart of Courtenay. The bride wore a navy blue tricotine suit with gold trim and veil, received by her brother-in-law as escort. A reception followed at James Dick's home. The couple honeymoon aims for California after visiting Nanaimo.
The University of British Columbia announces a six week Summer School for teachers starting July 4 with lectures by regular staff and outside experts. Dean M E Haggerty from the College of Education Minnesota leads a thirty lecture course on Mental Measurements, a recognized authority on modern testing. Additional courses by Dean Coleman and another professor are planned along with expanded academic offerings in Commercial work and English Literature for high school teachers.
A Linen Shower is scheduled for the hospital this coming Wednesday. Donors and volunteers are invited to contribute linens and assist in preparing patient rooms and wards for new arrivals.
The No. 4 Surface First Aid team traveled to Nanaimo for the Dominion championship cup and medals presentation. Barton team won Canada open division while Cumberland placed second in miners’ class. dignitaries honored the efforts of volunteers, medical men, and sponsors with notes on field expansion and mine rescue standardization.
Cumberland Branch of St John Ambulance hosts a social and dance at Io-Ilo Hall honoring No 4 Surface First Aid Team for taking second place in Dominion competitions. Dance runs 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Ilo-Ilo Orchestra performs. Admission one dollar for gentlemen. ladies receive refreshments.
Dr. Carson presented watch fobs to Cumberland team and government medals to Nanaimo and Cumberland squads for Codere Cup success. Mayor Busby and Chas Graham praised the volunteers and urged continued first aid efforts on Vancouver Island to aid suffering humanity.
Ex-service men in Cumberland and district are invited to a smoker at Memorial Hall on Saturday March 5 at 7 pm. The event offers liquid and solid refreshments and a musical program. G W V A members are asked to mark the date as no further notice will be given.
At Cumberland Literary and Athletic Association meeting, J W Tremlett named permanent secretary librarian and physical instructor. About thirty five applications were received. Tremlett has served as acting secretary since hall opening. Board accepted free janitor service offered by Thomas Graham, General Superintendent of Limited, reducing expenses.
The Women’s Auxiliary of Cumberland General Hospital hosts a Linen Shower on Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 6 in the Anglican Church Hall. They seek sheets, draw sheets, pillow slips, bureau scarves, bedside cloths, towels and cash donations. Afternoon tea will be served.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.