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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 02, 1931
Page
2
The Cumberland Islander urges readers to greet the New Year with firm, positive resolves. It reflects on December 31st and the transition from old to new, calling for happiness through benevolence, health, and personal growth for all readers.
The province reports continuous growth with skyscrapers rising in Vancouver and smaller centres developing. Major hydro electric projects, including the Ruskin plant operated by the B. C. Electric Railway Company, bolster future commercial expansion in Vancouver New Westminster and the Lower Mainland.
The Columbian outlines ongoing and planned hydro electric expansions across the province. Powell River Company and Bridge River plants boost capacity, Falls River power aids Prince Rupert, and Shuswap line expansions reach the Okanagan. Island upgrades include Jordan River plant and automatic Victoria phones. Projected 1981 work promises continued growth.
Vancouver officials press for larger provincial allocation for relief work. Officials compare subsidies: Vancouver $880,000 versus $770,000 for unorganized districts, noting government spending multiplies local work. Also discusses licensing for BC apples to Britain and new markets like Buenos Aires.
Roy Howay visits his New Westminster home while others travel or host in Nanaimo and Vancouver. Local residents including Miss Allison Geikie and Dr. Douglas Sutherland spend holidays with families. bridge parties and social gatherings feature Mrs. Turnbull, Mrs. Bryan, and Mrs. Conway among attendees.
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