Christmas parcel aid to soldiers from local residents
A 1916 Christmas parcel drive from Mr and Mrs J W Cooke sent gifts to front line troops. A France reply from Pte B Lucas of the 8th Canadian Battalion thanks Rita and Mrs Henderson for socks handkerchiefs lace and treats. He notes letters are rare and praises Canadian women. The message closes with a Spirella corset promotion and home service details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Cooke
Robert Henderson
France
Rita
Mrs. Henderson
Hila
B. Lucas
Bat
Fatal gas explosion at No 6 Mine claims four lives
A blast in Fat Sing's level at No 6 Mine killed surveyor George N Bertram and three crew members Louis Murdock John Brough and Frank Bobba. An inquest ruled accidental death from gas. Funeral arrangements and heartfelt tributes followed with numerous floral consignments and thanks from bereaved families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
No. 6
George N. Bertram
Louis Murdock
Cumberland
John Brough
Nanaimo
Frank Bobba
Fat Sing’s
Card of Thanks from Mr and Mrs H Murdock and
A brief gratitude note from Mr and Mrs H Murdock and family thanking friends and neighbors for support during a recent personal loss. They express appreciation for kindness, prayers, and flowers received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertram
Watson
Mrs. H, Murdock
Late War News From Front Near St Quentin
French official reports heavy fighting south of St Quentin with repulsed attacks between St Quentin and La Fere. British and American actions cited include withdrawals to prepared positions near Hallbent and the Douve Bas, and Pershing reaching a British port.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Quentin
St. Quentin
la Fere
Canal
Bend
Hallbent
Douve Basin
Wornton
Pershing
London
Paris
Channel
Belgium
Italy
Dixmude
Russian Congress of Peasants
Russia
Universal service praised over universal disaster
A concise editorial note argues that universal service offers greater protection and stability than widespread disaster. It emphasizes proactive infrastructure, resilience, and social duty as core benefits of universal coverage.
Cumberland Mining Tragedy Recounted and Safeguards Urged
The Cumberland community reflects on the No 6 mine disaster at the Canadian Collieries Dunsmuir Ltd site near Cumberland. Five men died in a gas explosion, prompting calls for ongoing safety measures as officials note the mine was considered relatively secure and plan enhanced safeguards with safety lamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Columbia
Comox
Dunsmuir, Limited
Cumberland
Dunsmuir, Ltd
George Norris Bertram
John D. Brough
Lewis J. Murdock
Survey Department
Frank Bobba
Thomas Graham
Dunsmuir Ltd
Bryant
Vancouver marriage links Killam and Bickle families
In Vancouver on June 1 1917 Louisa Jane Bickle eldest daughter of Cumberland BC is wed to Arthur Sanderson son of Gilbert Killam of Vancouver. Service at Holy Trinity Church follows the wedding announcement and a devotional note on life and loss closes the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Killam —Bickle
Vancouver
B. C
Mr. Wilson
St. Michael’s Church
Louisa Jane
Thomas Bickle
Cumberland
Arthur Sanderson
Gilbert Killam
Ald
A. Milligan
Gideon Hicks
Victoria
Heintzman Piano Co
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Sam
Sam Lucas
Rochester Herald
Ireland
England
John Gillespie
L. W. Nunns
R. J. Robertson
Norris
A. C. Anderson
Merrifield
T. Richards
Ellen Reese
J. A. Fraser
George Robertson
T. E. Bate
J. Baird
A. D. McKenzie
J. E. Spicer
P. P. Harrison
C. H. Tarbell
E. W. Bickle
T. H. Carey
Christina Bannerman
Marocchi
Marocchi, Mr. and Mrs. J. Liddell
H. Creech
Foon Seiu
Hayman
D. Hunden
Larson
Jas. Walker
T. Bennet
G. W. Clin
McKenzie
J. H. MacMillan
Baker
Rideout
F. Dalby
Phoenia Brown
B. Andrews
Lexxie Shearer
Mr. Andrews
Lailies
Aid Presbyterian Church
T. Cessford
F. Lesley
Cessford
T. D. McLean
Hannah Abbot
Laura
Robert Robertson
David Renwick Jr
Gee
Campbell
T. Hudson
Hunden
Miss Henderson
Leithhead
W. Walker
Vittoria
C. H. Parnham
J. Liddle
J. McKenzie
D. Stephenson
D. Walker
Alex.Cameron
Holy Trinity Chuch
Cumberland Dye Works
William Potter
George Wilkinson
Henry Devlin
H. W. Bayley
Cumberland Follies
Courtenay
Qualicum Convalescent Hospital
A. H. Macfarlane
David R. Macfarlane
Edward Jones
Bevan
Chevrolet
John J. Weir
Dan Kane
Quey Hing
F. A. McCarthy
Royal Bank of Canada
Thomas McMillan
Revelstoke
Louis J. Murdock
Robert Webster
Portland
Oregon
James M. Savage
Canadian Collieries (Dunsmuir), Ltd
Savage
A. S. Killam
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