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Newspaper
Cumberland Islander
Location
Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 13, 1916
Page
4
Classified items note a four passenger Hupmobile for sale at a cheap price with contact Hardy and Biscoe. Local notices list arrivals and departures, court actions, births, transfers, and a driving-while-intoxicated charge against James Kincade, with a $100 fine and costs.
Leslie J. Aston removes his shoe making business to better premises opposite the King George Hotel on Dunsmuir Avenue Repairs are neatly and promptly done Prices consistent with current times.
The Big Store showcases latest summer goods with Northway stamped garments. Ladies skirts and suits in new cloths with smart designs and excellent finishing. Prices range from $17.50 to $30.00 for suits and coats and sport coats in new checks.
Miss M. Ross of Victoria was appointed stenographer for the Cumberland Electric Light ing Company Limited, replacing Miss B Pillar who has resigned. Pillar leaves on Sunday for Powell River.
Church notices list services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Bible class at 1 30 p.m. Sunday School at 2 30 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30 p m. Choir practice Thursday 7 30 p m. Pastor Rev James Hood.
The Girl Guides hold meetings every Thursday at 6.80 p.m. in the church basement. Patrol Leaders and Second meeting occurs each second Tuesday in the same basement. Secretary Bessih Stewart and O.C. A J Taylor sign off.
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