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Newspaper
Queen Charlotte Islander
Location
Queen Charlotte, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 02, 1913
Page
3
A humorous verse signed The Optimist praises Jedway town and invites readers to buy land and claim to cash in on a future boom. The letter urges summer homes, improved steamer links, and better climate, while a self-deprecating anonymous note ends the piece.
A letter to the editor argues for open competition in land sales on Graham Island, criticizing pre emptors and calling for smaller sold parcels than 640 acres. The writer urges equal access to information and a reformed Land Act to favor small farmers.
South Vancouver bans professional boxing. By June first 500 boats will fish salmon at Langara island. Four thousand striking streetcar men halted Halifax cars on May 17. Porcher Island new government wharf completed. The gasoline boat Victor left for the fishing grounds on Tuesday. Twelve thousand New York City employees paraded last Saturday, procession six miles. George Platzer leaves Vancouver for the Peace River May 17 with Austrian wealth valued at 1,000,000. Ninety percent of Winnipeg travelers are English or Scottish. Federal government may grant half a million dollars toward Port Moody grain elevator. Graham Island beaches allow automobile runs for 15 to 20 miles. Two hundred 40-acre farms distributed at New Westminster May 18 for $1 an acre. The automobile sweepstake race in Indianapolis excites interest. Prince Rupert residents anticipate significant developments in automobilism.
A bustling storefront window showcased books and stationery along with gramophones and office furniture. The display featured Kodak cameras and drawing materials, charts, Remington typewriters, and other office essentials attracting shoppers and collectors.
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