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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jul 05, 1929
Page
2
Canada reports high overall business activity with strong building, iron and steel output, and booming mining in early 1929. Wheat prices dip yet distribution remains satisfactory. agriculture outlook hinges on yields and world conditions, while mining and pulp industries bolster stability.
The Tyrone speech read in Parliament signals plans on coal industry reorganization and mineral ownership with slow progress on nationalization. It notes talk of liquor legislation, debates over private versus state control, and potential focus on foreign policy and arms reduction amid a shifting political landscape.
The celebration honored Mr and Mrs Willemar on their golden anniversary with remarks from Rev G L Bourdillon Victoria Deanery and Bishop of Columbia. Courtenay officials and Archdeacon Laycock praised the couple, noting Mr Willemar’s 41 years of parish leadership and his church building efforts.
The 50th anniversary of Rev Jules Xavier Willemar and Mrs Willemar was celebrated with a program honoring their long ministry in the Comox District from 1871 to 1913. Attendees praised their kindness and friendship as gifts and bouquets were exchanged, followed by a lawn tea and tributes from local figures.
Game Commissioner Bryan Williams drafts drastic restrictions on willow grouse shooting to curb depletion. Observations suggest disease and overhunting as causes. authorities aim to rehabilitate populations while expecting sportsmen to accept limits on autumn hunting. A campaign against roaming cats runs parallel.
Nanaimo July 3 Two thousand Orangemen and women are expected to arrive July 12 to celebrate the Battle of the Boyne anniversary. A grand parade is planned and a lay day for the New Westminster Orphanage is permitted. Mayor Busby will preside. The program includes sports and entertainment. Tom Horne, born in the Comox District and baptised 54 years ago, works with the B C Telephone construction gang.
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