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Newspaper
Prince Rupert Journal
Location
Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Date
May 03, 1916
Page
4
The next examination for entry of Naval Cadets will be held at Civil Service Commission centres in May 1916. Successful candidates join the Royal Naval College of Canada on or about August 1. Applications close April 15 via the Secretary, Civil Service Commission, Ottawa.
Rea of Eamonton, a well known commercial man, arrived in the city last evening. Nurse Campbell returned on the evening train after months with her parents at Smithers. Miss Margaret Allen, on Easter holidays at Hazelton, returned to resume studies at the High School.
M. M. Stephens rents houses and repairs. Bulger and Denike provide reliable watch service. The Board of Trade meets Friday in Second Avenue board rooms. A city report claimed a fishing boat and Fishermen's Union settlement, with many boats leaving Seattle. The Union reports no settlement beyond several boats conceding demands.
Frederick Bradshaw of Tonopah Nevada site manager announces intent to purchase land in Coast District Range 4. The parcel runs 40 acres along Surf Inlet shore from a post 200 feet east of Lot 40 and returns by shore line to the starting point. February 18 1916.
In the Supreme Court of British Columbia the Pine Creek Flume Company is notified of a public sale by court order. On April 29, 1916 at 11 am in Prince Rupert, lands Lot 254 Group 1 Cassiar District and three hydraulic leases Dynamite Dewdney Vancouver will be offered. A mortgage deed secures 9800 and a judgment of 1695 plus costs filed June 14, 1915. Further details available at the sheriff s office.
The Department disclaims liability for debts contracted by stewards who supply provisions to Canadian government ships. Clause 8 of the steward victualling contract states the department is not responsible for any debts, and stewards must notify all prospective suppliers that they will be responsible for their own contracts. Ottawa March 21 1916.
The notice notes a beef stew contract requiring more than 8 000 pounds of carrot seed to meet the crop needs. It highlights procurement efforts and contractual authority guiding supply for the project.
Mr. Davidson will represent the company locally as Mr. Payson exits for the south. The Morning Journal continues home delivery at fifty cents monthly.
Notice from Co. W. Homer Assessor and Collector for the Prince Rupert Assessment District dated January 8 1916 requires all taxes collectable to be paid at the Provincial Land Registry Building Prince Rupert B C. Personal demand notice for all liable taxpayers within the district.
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