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Newspaper

Cumberland Islander

Location

Cumberland, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Oct 08, 1921

Page

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Cumberland Delegates Back H. S. Clements Nomination

A Cumberland Conservative Association meeting elected delegates to the Nominating Convention in Parksville this Friday. The group, led by President Thos. B. Bate, instructed the delegates to support H. S. Clements for the Comox Alberni seat, or back a local candidate if he declines. Delegates depart for Parksville after noon Friday.

Cumberland Conservative Association G. W. V. A. Hall Thos. B. Bate Parksville Cumberland Messrs. T, BE Bate Chas, Graham Edward W. Bickle D. R. MacDonald J. C. Brown A. C. Lymn Mesers T. W. Scott James Walker B. R. Hicks

Class Leaders In Public School Honor Cards

September honor cards list division leaders by class and name. Divisions I through XII show top scholars including Celina Freloni Colina Damonte Lottie Dallas and many others across multiple groups.

Celina Freloni Colina Damonte Lottie Dallas Mary Jemrclal Toshio Kajiyama Lily Mussatto Ellen Burns Leland Harrison Olive Jones Beryl Hudson Sandy Bevis Leslie Dando Priscilla Cloutier Leslie Frost Margaret Thompson Alma Conrad Margaret Halliday May Hughes Norma Bateman Ruth Oyama Isao Abe Gordon Walker Marguerite Struthers Lilian McLennan Kathleen Cooke Tatsumi Iwasa John Horbury Ysabel Yarrow Josie Pirogonni Jennie Bogo Margaret Hughes Toshio Yamamura Margaret Adamson Lily Leversedge Norma Parnham Bietner Bergland Joe Williams Kishio Kaga Ella Johnson Norman Fre- Veni Sarah Laurence Allan Glen Mary Mah Elsie Mah Floyd MacMillian Eddie Cossar Laslie Farmer Norma Frost Hugh Braes George Strachan Violet Williams Nellie Walker R. Bonora Elsie Waterfield Dorothy Marsden Hilda Anderson Ronald Derbyshire Cyril Davis Dazuka Iwasa Viola Reese Maria Tomassi Edna Watson Malisse Edwards Masayo Naghi Jenny Lawrence Archie Fung May Graham Willie Ecceston

Hunters Enjoyable Trip in Campbell River District

Gordon Cavin and Jerry Antapas spent two weeks hunting and fishing in Campbell River district. They brought back deer and blue grouse and, after borrowing an old boat without permission, were confronted by a man claiming rights to the boat. They landed several fish before the incident and Jerry endured a night of rain in the forest while lost.

Gordon Cavin Jerry” Antapas Campbell River

Prize Drawing for Masquerade Ball by Cumberland Club

The Cumberland Intermediate and Junior Football Club prepares a prize draw for its second annual masquerade ball. Prizes include a large morocco leather suitcase and a 21 piece china tea set in Barbell Bros. window. Tickets cost 10 cents. drawing on masque ball night. Middlesboro, England, tops English league early with five goals by Andy Wilson.

Cumberland Barbell Bros Yee Middlesboro England Andy Wilson Canada

Clements Wins Unanimous Nomination at Convention

PARKSVILLE October 7 Eighty five delegates from the Comox Alberni constituency attend the Conservative Association convention to nominate a candidate. H S Clements, arriving from Vancouver this morning, receives a tremendous ovation as his nomination is moved by Edward W Bickle and seconded by William Duncan and carried unanimously.

Parksville H. S. Clements Comox-Alberni Conservative Association Vancouver Edward W. Bickle Cumberland William Duncan Courtenay

Bevan Juniors versus Cumberland Juniors in key junior league clash

Bevan Juniors and Cumberland Juniors meet at Bevan Sunday for a Cumberland and District Junior League game for the Canadian Collieries cup. Leaders and crowd expected, 2 p.m. kickoff with train service from No 6 Water Tank. Cumberland lineup includes Lewis, H Strachan, W Walker, Lockhart, Mitchell captain, Farmer, Stevenson, Robertson, Bond, Stewart, Freloni. Bevan reserves unnamed. Also Bevan Juniors face High School team Saturday at 4 p.m. on Athletic Grounds.

Bevan Cumberland Cumberland and District D. R. MacDonald H. Waterfield R. Herd Lewis H. Strachan W. Walker Lockhart Mitchell Farmer Stevenson Robertson Bond Stewart Freloni No. 6

Cumberland Board of Trade May Resume Winter Rail Service

The Cumberland Board of Trade to meet Tuesday night at 8 in the Council Chambers to discuss HE&N Railway Co. plans for a tri weekly winter train service. A reply from Victoria Board of Trade indicates no definite reduction date, with travel figures guiding future service cuts.

Cumberland Board of Trade HE. & N. Railway Co A. MacKinnon G. W. Clinton H. B. Beasley B. & N. Railway Victoria MacKinnon B.C Board of Trade Cumberland B. C Wallon Victoria Board of Trade

Progressive Reformer label tied to Liberal candidate Marchant

Victoria retiree William Marchant has been nominated by the Liberal party for Comox Alberni. He describes himself as a Progressive Reformer and received a congratulatory message from Opposition Leader Mackenzie King. Marchant replied that all Progressive Reformers must rally to defeat the moribund government.

William Marchant Victoria Parksville Comox-Alberni

Bazaar and Sale of Work in December

The Ladies' Aid of St. George's Presbyterian Church will hold a bazaar and sale of work on December 7.

St. George's Presbyterian Church

Special PTA Meeting Announced for October 10 at High School

The Parent Teacher Association schedules a special meeting on Monday October 10 at 8 o clock in the high school. Full attendance is requested as important business will be addressed.

Parent-Teacher Association

Dramatic Society Forms in Barton’s Studio

About twenty people attended the Sunday meeting at Barton's Studio to form a Dramatic Society. Interest was keen and the group started well with plans to raise funds for a district Christmas tree for children. A Christmas pantomime of Dick Whittington is considered if arrangements allow, and new members will be welcomed.

Barton Dick Whittington Geo. Barton

Big Sunday Soccer Challenge Between Cumberland United and B C Champions

Big football game scheduled Sunday at 3 pm as Cumberland United lines up against the champions of British Columbia. Bill Walker leads Cumberland with confident boasts and a strong lineup while BC Champions prepare for a tough test with captain Jock Campbell and key players ready to counter.

Bill Walker Cumberland United Bill British Columbia Walker Bob Brown Toots B. OC Jock Clark Tom Brown Big Bill W. Walker Stewart Gough McWhirter Carle Hunden Bannerman Kerr James Sutherland Harrison United Boyd Mortimer Campbell Irvine Conti O'Donnell Milligan Brewster Pilling Hitchens Plump Scott

First Aid Meeting Sunday Morning at St John’s

A Sunday 10 30 a m gathering of St John s First Aid and Mine Rescue Association will resume in the Athletic Hall Lecture Room. Officers for the new term to be elected. Mr John G Quinn to read a paper. A whist drive and dance is planned for Friday November 4 at Ilo Ilo Dance Hall with strong attendance expected.

John G. Quinn St. John’s First Aid and Mine Rescue Association Athletic Hall Holy Trinity Church W. Leve Pedpe F. J. Dalby G. Apps J. Rickson J. F. Hough Finch J. Vernon-James W. Rodger

Whist Drive and Dance a Enjoyable Evening

The Women's Auxiliary of the G. W. V. A. held a whist drive and dance in Memorial Hall with good attendance and lively dancing highlighted by the Circassian Circle. Winners included Mrs. Rowan and Mr. W. Whitehouse Sr. The auxiliary plans another event next Friday at 8 pm with refreshments and dancing from 10 to midnight.

Rowan F. Slaughter W. Whitehouse Salmon

Rates of postage change effective October first

The new postage rates include letters to Canada the United States and Mexico eight cents for the first ounce and two cents per additional ounce. To Great Britain and the Empire four cents for the first ounce and three cents per extra ounce. Other countries ten cents for the first ounce and one cent per extra ounce. Postcards two cents within Canada Great Britain and the Empire the United States and Mexico two cents. other countries six cents. Canada Great Britain and some Empire places one cent per four ounces. Printed Matter one cent per two ounces. All other countries two cents per two ounces. Rates include war tax.

Canada United States Mexico Great Britain

Births in October At Cumberland and General Hospitals

Mr and Mrs W M Graham announce a son born October 2 at General Hospital. Mr and Mrs J Robertson report a daughter born October 4 at Cumberland General Hospital.

Graham W. M. Graham General Hospital Robertson J. Robertson Cumberland General Hospital

Ilo-Ilo Re-Opens Tonight Under New Management

Ilo-Ilo Theatre resumes operations under James Hayworth with renovations and new pricing. Two nightly shows at 6 30 and 8 30 plus Saturday matinee, three weekly program changes, and 50 cent peak shows Fridays and Saturdays. New pianist C Cawdell joins. the first feature is The Great Moment starring Gloria Swanson. Road shows Peggy's English Pierrots and The Canucks set to appear next week.

James Hayworth Paramount Capitol Theatre Vancouver Gloria Swanson Ilo-llo Peggy Victoria Cumberland Canucks Canada Ilo-Ilo Theatre

Ansen Junior Musical Club Organized at Mrs Frost Home

At Mrs. Ralph H. Frost home the Ansen Junior Musical Club was organized. The group will meet Fridays in winter with plans for pleasant evenings. Officers elected include Hon. President Mrs. Frost, President Helen Parnham, Vice president Lillian Banks, and committees led by Jean MacNaughton Marvel Shirley Bate Eleanor Bergland Norma Parnham and Norma Frost.

Ralph H. Frost Ansen Mrs. Frost Helen Parnham Lillian Banks Jean MacNaughton Marvel Shirley Bate Eleanor Bergland Norma Parnham Norma Frost

Masquerade Ball On Armistice Day Seeks Local Support

A masquerade ball will be held at the Ilo Ilo Dance Hall on Armistice Day November 11 under the Cumberland Branch of the Great War Veterans Association. Patrons are urged to buy from home merchants to aid local prosperity. Mr Boothman Sr has purchased the Ramsell house on Maryport Avenue.

Cumberland The Mr. Boothman, Sr J. Ramsell Maryport Avenue

Cumberland club to stage second masquerade ball

The Cumberland Intermediate and Junior Football Club plans its second annual masquerade ball at Ilo Ilo Hall on Monday October 24 with a large prize list and many new costumes expected on the dance floor. Large posters will announce further details.

Cumberland

Annual Tag Day of the Cumberland General Hospital

On Saturday October 22 the Women's Auxiliary will hold a tag day to raise funds for hospital work. The auxiliary supplies crockery and linen used locally and all money stays in town. It relies on voluntary subscriptions aside from member dues and seeks public support.

Women’s Auxiliary The Cumberland General Hospital

The Politician on the Campaign Trail

A verse portrait portrays a traveling politician, blending praise and critique. The speaker suggests soft talk and unreliable presence outside election season, while promising attentive listening during voter pressure. The caller frames the candidate as a figure seeking support across Georgia to Fundy Bay, urging a vote.

Whist Drive and Dance Tonight by Holy Trinity Men’s Club

The Holy Trinity Church Men’s Club hosts a whist drive and dance tonight at the Anglican hall. Whist starts early, then refreshments and dancing from 10 to midnight with a two piece orchestra. Admission is 50 cents.

Anglican Hall

Voters List Closes October 31 at City Hall

The 1922 Voters List registration ends at 6 pm on Monday October 31 for households boarders roomers and trades licence holders. Agreement of sale holders must file a declaration by 6 pm on November 80th day to be registered. The notice urges supporting local business.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Clements Union Bay High School H, D, Bhasley OF Parent-Teacher Assn Dramatic Society Geordie Carl Sammy Gough Jock Campbell Charlie Hitchens First Aid Ilo-Ilo C. Cawdell Qumberland Theatre-Goers Elinor Glyn St. Petersburg Edward Pelham Nada Pelham Nadine America Nevada Bayard Delaval Bayard Mynor Washington Hopper Junior Musical Club W. A Georgia Gulf Fundy’s Bay
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