THER WAY IT WAS
COURTESY OF THE KIMBERLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM ARCHIVES
DAILY BULLETIN Newspaper November 1 – 5, 1965
“Federal Aid For Mark Creek”
Federal assistance to the city of Kimberley to aid in the “covering of the channel of Mark Creek through the city in order to prevent further loss of lives,” was assured today by Liberal M.P. Jim Byrne.
Speaking at a coffee party in his home city, Mr. Byrne said he was “deeply concerned” over the drownings in Mark Creek and has investigated the possibility of assisting in a covering project under the Federal Urban Renewal Program.
“The program does not appear to provide for such municipal projects,” he said.
However, he pointed out, if the City of Kimberley took the initiative to have the project undertaken under the Winter Works program, the Federal government would assist to the tune of paying 50 per cent of all labour costs.
“Since returning to the riding,” Mr. Byrne told the meeting, “I have received a number of inquiries regarding the possibility of Federal assistance.
“My sympathies are certainly with parents in Kimberley who are subjected to continual worry regarding their children playing near the creek.
“Water just naturally attracts all youngsters and the hazard of Mark Creek will not be overcome until the channel is completely fenced or covered through Kimberley.”
Mr. Byrne also noted that covering or fencing of the creek would also assist in beautifying the city.
DAILY BULLETIN Newspaper November 8 – 12, 1965
“Picked Up In Passing”
WHO HAS GOT THEM – About a year ago Chris Sorenson of Super Valu donated a set of uniforms for use by a team in the City Intermediate League. Now with a new hockey season about to start, nobody but nobody seems to know where they are. Quite a bit of cold, hard cash involved in the purchase of uniforms, and sponsors won’t be too happy if these are used only one year and then disappear. These uniforms are badly needed NOW so if you have one of these, or know who has them; Chris, John McKernzie or Struan Robertson would sure be glad to hear from you.
Standing with Al Fabro by the Post Office and watching the demolition of the Orpheum and feeling Al “winch” with every blow of the hammer. This one indeed one of Mr. Fabro’s finest job, the erection of the “Orpheum” and undoubtedly one of the best built and solid edifices in town. (Remember its official opening Garnet).
“New Business Opens In Kimberley”
Tomorrow will see a new business in Kimberley when Selkirk Consumer Agency Ltd. A new form of economical buying through catalogue has come to the Kootenays. The first of many Display Depots planned for B.C., will be in the former War Surplus Store on Deer Park Ave. next to Laura’s Ladies Wear, Kimberley.
What merchandise they have on display is for viewing by Members or prospective members of the Agency. They cannot possibly display everything they have to sell. Members, by employing the Agency will be able to buy at the right price and save money. To become eligible for these savings, a person must become a Member of the Agency. Once a Member, he will be entitled to order any article in the catalogue, or any article which may not be listed, but which the Agency may be able to procure for him, at a price agreeable to both.
Mr. Herman pointed out, that each article shown in the catalogue, bears the “Top Quality” tag, as well as the Manufacturer’s Warranty and Guarantee.
President and Business Manager of the new Company is Mr. Harold Herman of Kimberley. Mr. Herman came to the city 22 years ago and since that time has been employed by Cominco at the Sullivan Mine.
DAILY BULLETIN Newspaper November 15-19, 1965
“Skookumchuck Site It Is”
Site for the Canal Development Ltd. 350-ton pulp mill, for which Crestbrook Timber Ltd. And Mitsubichi Corporation have joined in partnership, has been selected. It is 15 miles north of Kimberley on Highway 93 in the vicinity of the Skookumchuck railway station where the valley between the Rockies and Purcell Mountains is relatively wide.
Letters to shareholders from Crestbrook President V.C. Brown this week reports engineers from Sandwell and Company, Consultants on the project, conferred with engineers in Japan in late October and prepared the report for the project. The letter says “development is proceeding on Schedule.”
Direct discussion between executives of Crestbrook and its Japanese partners on development of Canal plans, which project within a few years to a 700-ton pulp mill, was started early this week.
Feasibility study of the past two years, with reference to the resource, cost of manufacture and detailed marketing plans, is complete, and a new report prepared toward the next stage in planning this multi-million industry start which will affect economically all parts of East Kootenay.
The decision of the Skookumchuck site will be a big boost for Kimberley economy if living accommodation can be made available. The site is 35 miles north of Cranbrook.
“Construction Of bank Of Montreal’s New Premises Now Underway”
Construction of spacious new air-conditioned premises for the Bank of Montreal’s branch at the corner of Spokane street and Wallinger avenue is underway and expected to be completed next May, Alan Hickey, the manager, said today.
Mr. hickey said that the bank’s new permanent building will have an area of some 3,600 square feet. Facilities of the new office will include a stream-lined counter with seven tellers’ wickets, three coupon booths for safety deposit box customers, a large steel reinforced concrete vault, and the office will be fully air-conditioned.
Designed by Thompson, Berwick, Pratt and Partners, of Vancouver, the building is being erected by Fabro Building and Supply Company Ltd., of Kimberley.
The Bank of Montreal was the first bank to be established in Kimberley. It was opened in 1919 in the Kimberley Drug and Book Store, then situated on Deer Park Ave. The bank later moved to quarters on Howard St. and subsequently to the Pioneer Realty Block at the corner of Deer Park Ave. and Howard St. The present premises at Deer Park and Spokane street have been occupied since 1931.
DAILY BULLETIN Newspaper November 30,1965
“Kimberley Credit Union Celebrates 21st Birthday With Assets Of $2,000,000”
The Kimberley Credit Union has passed another milestone in their growth and progress. The Officers and members should feel justly proud of the fact that their business assets are in excess of Two million Dollars.
At the present time there are about four thousand members taking advantage of the services of their own organization, building their savings at a good return, and borrowing at a reasonable cost. Approximately half of these are school children, who are learning the fun of saving and the advantage of having cash for future needs. Through their savings many have been able to buy band instruments, and various other essentials, also in many cases providing for future education.
During the past year the Kimberley Credit Union has implemented many new services to accommodate their members. WE now have Traveler’s cheques, Term deposits, and Accommodation loans to name a few. As we grow there will probably be more added.
Our members know that their savings earn good returns and are completely protected, in an organization which they own and control, where the motto is “Not For Profit, Not For Charity, But For Service.”
