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Newspaper
Queen Charlotte Islander
Location
Queen Charlotte, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Dec 30, 1912
Page
2
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Local notes report on Forbes, Morgan, Beattie and Rice families traveling south on ships John Prince John and Queen Charlotte Islands developments. Growth in fisheries, coal and oil prospecting, mining, road building, and new settlements mark 1912 with optimism for 1913.
Christmas was celebrated with carol singers, a light snowfall adding a festive touch, and a spirit of goodwill. At the Premier Hotel Mr Smith hosted a large Christmas dinner as did Mrs Scowcroft at her boarding house with an evening Christmas tree for children.
Mr and Mrs W J Smith of the Premier Hotel entertained a large company last Saturday to celebrate their return home from a wedding trip. Guests enjoyed a charming hostess in white silk, decorated dining rooms, songs, recitations, and dance music by Professor Solomon's orchestra.
Mr Arthur Solomon announces a New Year’s Night dance at Barge Hall Queen Charlotte on January 1 starting at 8 p.m. Special music and light refreshments provided. Tickets admit one lady and one gentleman for one dollar.
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