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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 18, 1910
Page
4
The piece argues the sewerage by law should pass despite cost, noting current annual scavenging charges of $6 per house and $6 for a 60 foot lot under a frontages tax plus 25 cents monthly water rate, totaling about $8 yearly plus $40 to $50 for new closets, whileHealth burdens from poor weather conditions justify the modest expense and the town benefits from summer installation spending.
The Development League meeting was poorly attended yet the organization is praised for guiding regional prosperity. The Comox Valley is cited as rich in natural resources with farming land near doorstep and many settlers arriving, while other districts also need active leagues. Posts on better facilities and a customs office are raised. residents urged to join, attend, and be boosters.
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