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Newspaper
Prince Rupert Journal
Location
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 20, 1911
Page
8
The Prince Rupert line passes varied country from timbered shores to farm areas along the Skeena. Snow sheds and high alpine slopes guard the track while crews clear land for future farming and fruit crops. The route promises timber, canneries, dairy and vegetable opportunities as rail development expands.
Prince Rupert will not have to wait long for a plentiful supply of garden produce from the Skeena valleys. Rich valley fields promise bountiful fruits and vegetables soon for local markets and households.
Mr. Corlett of Moresby Lumber Company visits Prince Rupert en route to mills at Queen Charlotte City and south. He notes current output at 40,000 feet daily, with potential upgrades to 60,000 or 100,000 with extended hours or lighting, depending on demand. He plans a brief stay.
A local notice states a service will depart Davis Wharf at 9 30 A M and return at 5 P M. The schedule lists times only with no additional details.
The Over Seas Club will hold its usual monthly meeting on Thursday Coronation Day the 22nd at 7 30 p m in the K of P Hall Helgerson Block. Members are invited to bring friends for an impromptu concert, signed Harry W. Birch Assistant Secretary.
Gray's Orchestra will play at the Coronation Dance in the hall starting at 10 30 P M. Admission is one dollar for gentlemen, ladies admitted free.
G. W. Morrow arrived in the city for court business and expressed satisfaction with Prince Rupert’s progress. The streets committee proposed standard wooden sidewalks along main business streets, 17 feet on Second Avenue and 12 feet on Third Avenue, to be funded in one payment under the local improvement plan. The steamer City of Seattle stopped by last evening on its northbound voyage.
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