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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 10, 1925
Page
4
In a January 10 1925 column Edward W Bickle urges readers to seize opportunities in 1925 through initiative and hard work. He cautions against complacency, stresses setting clear goals, breaking old methods, and sustaining consistent progress to outrun competitors.
The largest up to date dry cleaning and dyeing establishment on Vancouver Island offers cleaning and dyeing for ladies and gents wear and household furnishings. Cumberland agent Mr Sutherland stands ready to advise on any work. Will please you.
The piece predicts a prosperous 1925 for Cumberland and Comox Valley aided by mining and logging, tourism potential at Comox Lake, and resumption of work by Comox Logging and Railway Co. It notes a broader provincial boom in timber and farming development, urging optimism and intercity cooperation. It ends with a humorous exchange about cures by laying on of hands.
A local entertainment listing announces shows at the Iloilo Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday, January 14 and 15, inviting audiences to attend.
Notice to Cumberland electors for January 12 1925 at noon to elect Mayor six Aldermen one Police Commissioner and three School Trustees. Nominations, eligibility rules, and polling proposed for January 15. Returning Officer W H Cope signs notice dated January 1 1926.
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