15 Feb 1908
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Newspaper
Moyie City Leader
Location
Moyie, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
1
A condensed roundup notes Farmers Exchange in Armstrong merging activities and a Caledonian writer facing murder allegations in connection with Muntey Lewis. It also mentions Alberta court chatter and the MacCall family linked to Rev. MacVall. Additionally a Cranbrook wedding of Fred Perkins and Miss Dahl is reported with reception details.
A masquerade ball drew a large crowd with many attendees in costume. The event featured a varied display of characters and continued dancing through the night, organized by G. A. Renaud, barber, with notable attendees including P. Farrell, Harry Steuart, and Wm. Bird, and concluded after dawn.
A vivid Courier-Journal note describes a dramatic audience moment and a chance of a lifetime to witness a notable figure. The piece emphasizes spectacle and public interest in a shared cultural event.
C. P. R. chief mining engineer H W Allridge says work will begin immediately at Hosmer to modernize with up to date machinery. By early next year the yard expects to produce about three thousand tons daily. Pain relief claims for Chamberlain's Pain Balm noted as favored by rheumatism sciatica and back pains. Moyie Drug & Stationery Co sells it.
A meeting of those interested in organizing a Masonic lodge of instruction in McGregor hall last night agreed to institute the new lodge in about a week or ten days. The following will fill the principal chairs G. T. McGregor W M Harold Chapman S W Sam Potter J W A Ayres Secretary. There will probably be two meetings a month and Wednesday will be the meeting night.
Robert Ganthony and his company of artists will perform at Sorley Hall on February 22. He previously acted with Sir Henry Irving's company and wrote several high class plays. This season he has appeared at the Orpheum in New York and other eastern cities under Star Lyceum Bureau management.
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Monday payday at St. Eugens saw a total of $32,000 disbursed to workers. The event highlighted timely wages as the facility completed its weekly payroll.
A fragmented Canadian oasis chronicle notes assorted locals and businesses. Mentions Swan returning from Croinbrook, the MoM position log building cut for firewood, Barnhart near Kimberley, and Moyie church services.
A debate is planned in McGregor Hall next Monday evening on the topic that the press wields greater influence than the pulpit. The prior week’s debate was postponed due to payday.
In Coagh and surrounding areas Mr L J Woodbury of Cwibiog Michigan praises a cough remedy cited as effective for children. He states it relieved cold symptoms and cramps, and recommends it to other families. The Moyle Company distributes the product through its stationers.
The event featured Barges birthday tribute with Master Willis Long leading parodies and a variety of performances. Roya played organ, Dr Geo Gupit offered bagpipes, Wa Fultham danced, M Gook on violin, McCrea Thom McCree and Murphy sang, Foltrain did a sword dance, and Auld Lang Syne closed the program with Chas A MacKay as chairman.
The Moyie Water Company will hold its regular annual shareholders meeting at the Central Hotel next Saturday February 92nd at one o'clock. Directors and officers will present financials and discuss plans for the year ahead.
Market brief from New York reports copper at seven cents, lead holding steady as traders gauge demand. Brief mentions updated quotes and limited activity across exchange floors.
Fragmentary interview recalls Cooney's kidnapping bid for Bidie and a return to normal life. He speaks of debt, fear of a bad name, and attempting to earn money after years away, with a strained message about forgiveness and a plan to move on.
Mackensie King deputy minister of labor attended a White House luncheon with President Roosevelt and Mr Bryan among other leftist leaders. They discussed labor problems of Canada and the United States during about an hour long meeting in Washington.
The missionary anniversary will be held next Sunday evening at the Methodien Church. Reverend Wm. Senlton will present the subject The Crean River. Solo performances by Mr. M. Cooksari and notes by Boulton.
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