8 ISrince Utipctt Dnflp ftruis; ; CONVENTION SUPPLEMENT Wednesday, August 6, 1947 y4 History Associated Boards of Trade Has Active, Useful Career Born In Prosperity Weathered Depression Lapsed In War : ; Is Stronger Than Ever Today t " Prosperity held the wand of destiny the year the ssociated Boards of Trade, representing Central British Columbia, was founded. It was 1927 and (throughout all of Canada there was optimism. In Central B.C. development was forging ahead encouraged and stimulated by active Boards of Trade in pery community. It was In this period of opportunity that certain members of various boards pf trade came to the realization jhat a-concerted effort to pro-rnotefthe whole of Central British Columbia would bring bene fits to every district In the area. 4 So It was that on June 10, 1927. p. group of men representing six i Vanderhcof. towns of the coast and Interior gathered at Smithers to elect pfflcersand to draw up the constitution and bylaws for the Watson. 'Vanderhoof sent along ; ten man delegation: J. W. Patterson, IT. C. McCorkell, George .Ogston, E. B. SmlUvH. V. Taylor, 2am Crocker, J. M. Johnston, J. p. Charleston. M. Bunting, and j E. Smedley. Bums Lake dele-1 gates were R Lowe. A. M Ruddy and B. At Smith. Delegates from Smithers included: L. B. Warner. L. S. McGlll, H. M. Mathews and J. G. Stephens. H. W. M. Rolston Represented Stewart and the only lady present at the first meeting was Mrs. W. Wilson of McBrlde. f . In the Association's constltu-1 Ion there is a paragraph that reads as follows: The purpose of this association shall be to discuss and take action upon any and all questions affecting the welfare of the Province and the people of British Columbia and Canada, with particular regard the welfare and development pi Central British Columbia. te live to the resolution that was iaid?down in 1927. There have been "time's of stress'such as the years of depression following 1928 but .the organization kept Jlghtlrigihcodds against It and remained strong. The only Jhjn2 .that could stop a conven- aVorld War, so between 5icnwas he years of 1940. and 1945 the association let annual conventions go ,by the board. It was revived at Vanderhoof In 1945, jhad a highly successfuly convention at Terrace last year when Alaska was given associate membership; The. convention In Prince' Rupert this year looks like ihe:biggest yet. The following ls'a list of offi- Greetings ?' to the Associated Boards of Trade Delegates cers that have served the Associated Boards of Trade since It was founded: 1927- 2& President, L. B. Warner; Sec. Treas., H. M. Mathews; Convention, Smithers. 1928- 29 Pres.. R. C. McCorkell: Sec, George Ogston; Convention, 1929-30 Pres., Olof Hanson; sec, A. BrooKSoanK; convention. j Prince Rupert. 1930-31 Pres.. H. B. Guest; sodntinn. Thp latp L. B. War- i sec, J. u. wnson: convention, her was chairman of trat hist- i Prince George, fcric meeting. Delegates from! 1931-32 Pres.. A. M. Ruddy; Prince ttuperfwere M-ssrs J. C. jSec, C. R. McLeod; Convention, Brady, 'MJ., M. P. McCaffery, F. Burns Lake. . b. Dawson. Fred Stork, George 1932-33 Pres.. H. W. Smale; w. Nickerson, W. H. Tobey. John Sec, J. L. Falkiner; Convention, Dybhavn and Arthur Brooks- Fort Fraser. artkPrince George was well ; 1933-34 Pres., L. B. Warner; represented by Wm, Cocp, H. G. jSec., George Ogston; Convention, 'Perry, M.L.A , at that time, Stan- I Smithers. ley Qeprge. W. L. Armstrong, J. j 1934-35 Pres., J. W. H. Day, .0. Wilson, R. A. Renwick, Bruce j Sec, George Ogston; Conven-Parker. Dr. A. H. Bavne and W. T. ' tion, Vanderhoof . 1935- 3& Pres., W. L. Armstrong; Sec, George Ogston; Convention, Prince George. 1936- 37 Pres.. J. J. Little; Sec, George Ogston; Convention, 'Quesnel. 1937-38 Pres., Geo. E. Mal colm; Sec, Arthur Brooksbank; Convention, Prince Rupert. 1938-39 Pres.. Frank Dockrlll; Sec,' L. S. Freer; Convention, Smithers. 1939-40 Pres., J. T. Harvey; Sec, Ajthur Brooksbank; Convention, Prince George. 1945-45 Pres., J. T Harvey; Sec. Duncan Kerr; Convention, Vanderhoof. 1946-47 Pres.. George Mc-Adam; Sec, Duncan Kprrr"Con-ventlon, Terrace. Mining Production Is Huge Figure In a tabulated listing in an rs During the past twenty years iuu'" rhe.Assoclation.hadnnPitsbpstition the mining production of Prlnce Rupert district to date Is given as $15,000,000. This figure is much in error as the production has been actually $282,-825,000. DISTRICT POPULATIONS Prince Rupert, 9,000; Prince George, 4,500; Stewart, 425; Terrace, 1,300; Burns Lake, 500; Vanderhoof, 1,000; Hazelton, 1,000; Smithers, 1,300; Telkwa, 400; McBrlde, 500; Ocean Falls, 2,477. Prince Rupert's harbor said to be the third finest in the world is fourteen miles long, has an entrance of 2,000 feet and Is almost landlocked, being sheltered In the west by Digtby Island. BLUE STAR CABS DELEGATES OF THE ASSOCIATED BOARDS OF TRADE We Welcome You Good Luck to Your Convention Grand date Sixth Street and Second Avenue Mnra pnart '! n r i f T 'T.-J n rl R Durns Lane, uaiewuy iu iwttusmmr rm Nov. 17, 1908 (By W. J. Raymond) It was on the evening of Tuesday, November 17, 1908, that the Prince Rupert Board of Trade (now Chamber of Commerce) was born. There were about seventy persons present. Fred Stork, who two years later, was elected the city's first mayor, was called to the chair ana the Board's first seiretary, M. M. Stephens, took oyer the duties of that of-J flee. He had served for some time as city clerk of Phoenix, In the southern part of th province. Mr. Stork, who had come north from Fernie, where he was mayor, was engaged In retail trade and contracting. The first resolution ever passed by the Board of Trade was the formal decision to organize for that purpose, that" a Dominion charter be obtained as soon as practicable and hat no employer of Asiatic labor be eligible for membership. The mover and seconder were John Houston and J. F. Magulrc. The former founded the city's first news paper. The latter, who hailed from Ireland, was a trading representative. Prince Rupert, in the late autumn of 1908; was still a long way frcm being connected with a transcontinental railway. Not until the early summer of 1914 would that become a fact. Two more years would pass before there would be a municipality, duly incorporated. Yet, even as far back as 1908, there were different matters maturing at the Grand Trunk Pacific terminus. Justifying establishment of a Board of Trade, as perusal of reports of early meetings would suggest. There was a second motion passed and it emphasized the necessity of beginning with a substantia! membeiship. Forty- two men stood up and .gave their names to the secretary. Annual membership fee was fixed at $10. Here Is the list of original members of the Prince. Rupert Board of Trade: Fred Stork, M M. Stephens, J. F. Brandt, F. G. Dawson, J. D. Allen, F W. Hart. B. J Bacon, J F Maguire, George V Morrow D. G Stewart,, D. A. McKinnon, A T. Parkin, H O Richer, Thomas Dunn, A. J. Morris. Thomas Tro-tier, Napoleon Dupres, Harry Smith, Geo. Milner, George A. Sweet, F. B. Deacon. George Din-oon, A. D. Campbell. H. L Dickson, E.. E. Yager, J. A. Klrkpat-rlck, Alex Yule, P. R. Backus, H. A. McClure, J. M. Christie, H. Hoffman, A. W. Edge, C. D, Newton, C. E. Burgess, John-Houston, F. M. Davis, H. R. Fullerton, I. Director. R. E. Grant. J. J. Scott, J.-E. McLellan,, John R. Beattie, G. W. Arnott, B. R. McDonald, and W. G. Dennis. Of the foregoing, c good many have passed away, but some have remained in the city all of the 39 years Interval, active and en-Joying good health. One of the most pressing items csf business Introduced and discussed with some vigor was the question of an lmpioved mail service to the Queen Charlotte Islands and to points on the coast north of the Skeena River, o motion covering' this Issue being finally passed. The chair i appointed M. M. Stephens, J. A. Klrkpatrick and A. J. Morris, a committee to make a draft of constitution and bylaws, and submit the same to a later meeting. Since the Initial sitting, now so long ago, the Prince Rupert Board of Trade now known as the Prince Rupert Chamber of Commercehas functioned continually and been a strong and progressive factor in .city building and community development. Farming and Lumbering Also Contribute To Its Prosperity A sign in the town of Burns Lake draws attention to it being the gateway to Tweedsmuir Park. That is a distinctive asset that few communities of British Columbia can top but Bums Lake also has others. Southward is the lakes district rich in farm and and lumber, game animals and sport fish. The farmers of the district are particularly active and. before the summer Is over, they expect to have a Co-operative Exchange organized to collect and distribute poultry, eggs, vegetables and cattle on the hoof. Markets for these products are expected to be found In Prince Rupert and southeastern Alaska. Hay will also be handled with most of It going to Alaska. Lumbering contributes a great deal to the revenue of the district and several companies are reported to be planning larger developments. The Loboe Bros, are expected to erect a mill at Babine Lake that will be the largest In the district. A box factory Is planned by the Bab'lne Lumber Company to operate in conjunction with their present mill on Burns Lake. West of the town a site for a new planer mill Is being made ready by the British Columbia Lumberman's Cooperative Association which sees the approach of the day when finished and dimensioned Instead of rough lumber will have to be produced. j In the matter of building, the community Is. not lagging either. It 1s hoped to soon have a three-storey war memorial hallunder way. More than enough lumber to build It has been donated along with $1,500. The two lower floors will serve all the purposes of a town hall while the third floor will bs the Legion Hall. Hopes too are held out for the Installation of a $60,0C0 village water system. Building in general is on the climb In the village. 'A new cafe will be opened this summer and a large garage Is almost com plete. The hospital plans to add another wing to its building and so does the school. A new liquor store and possibly a government agent's office is in the offing. It Is expected that the B. C. Power Commission will soon have arrangements made to supply the community wih electricity and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is supposed to establish a ryeater station in the town. For summer sports the town is the centre of a large urea well supplied with streams and lakes that provide excellent fishing, boating and swimming but In winter the whole district goes ski-minded. The ski club is an active one that .gets things done. This winter they intend to put in a ski tow and, If power Is available, they will flood-light their slalom hill. This fall there will be gangs of the members out. on the hill below the forestry lookout slashing a trail for a two-mile downhill run. Fort George Dates Back Many Years The terrain of Prince George district is of undulating plateaj nature traversed by river valleys. Average elevation is 2000. Rainfall is sufficient. Summers are warm and days long. Winters are cold but bracing. - Part of Prince George area is settled but thore Is room for plenty more people. The Canadian National Hallways colonl-atlon department maintains an office with Harry Bowman, perennial delegate to Central British Columbia Associated Boards conventions, the enthusiastic and energetic official In charge. SMITHERS PROVINCIAL IUIII.DINO Lakelse Largest American Springs The Lakelse Lake hot springs near Terrace, which have the possibility of being developed Into one of Canada's greatest spas, are In some cases 100 feet In diameter and collectively are the largest group of mineral hot springs on the North American continent . v f .'..V it t. VicSe O-' A GREAT AND WEALTHY DISTRICT, A SPORTSMAN'S PARADISE The map indicates a country great In minerals, timber and agriculture surrounding the centre of Burns Lake, a thriving community. It also abounds in fur bearing animals and Is ous as a sportsman's paradise what with Its superlative fishing and hunting possibilities. To the north Is the Babine Lake country and to the south, Francois Lake and Ootsa Lake and then on to famous Tweedsmuir Park. In summer, they go there north and south from Burns Lake for trout fishing and the fish are so big that they do riot bother about anything under five pounds. For the big game hunters in. the colorful autumns are the big moose and lesser field game. The numerous and gorgeous lakes abound In migratory birds such as geese and ducks. The country Is also favored by those who only "shoot" pictures since the scenery is so magnificent. For the past quarter century Prince Rupert has been the hub of a mining industry ranging south frcm the Portland Canal, but In war years Interest has expanded to mountain ranges r.nd prospectors have uncovered promising deposits of composite ore close to railway facilities. Promising strikes have been made In the Coast and Babine ranges. As the northorn section of B.C grows and develops, there Is no doubt that the pore of Prince Rupert will become an increasingly important factor in the commercial Industrial and tour-. 1st development of the province, and as a start in this direction strong agitation is now being carried out In Prince Rupert Jor the creation of new hotel facilities In this city. TO THE DELEGATES OF THE ASSOCIATED BOARDS OF TRADE We Extend : Greetings : and wish GOOD LUCK TO YOUR CONVENTION Savoy Hotel Midway Grocery and Mfeat Market Try Us For All Your Jable bleeds Prompt Delivery Service PHONE 659 Historic Fort Fraser Where Railway Was Welded Now Is Important Interior Point It was near the present Fort Fraser that of men gathered April 7, 1914, to witness th If of the Grand Trunk Pacific's northern transr lines. But Fort Fraser has a history that f . distances that great event. More than one hi years before, Simon Fraser visited the area aS t-rtri a snnt. near fhA Inkp that bears his name, for a Hudson Bay post. The fort was established in 1806 and bore the name of its originator. A few years later the company, noting the agricultural possibilities of the country, began developing a tract Of land along the like shore. Today that farm is privately owned and operated but it Is still the agricultural showca.se of the community. For many years between the time of Simon Fraser and the coming o fthe railway. Fort Fraser was an Important point on the only overland route to the north-west. From th Cariboo adventurers hacked a trail through the Blackwater country to the Fort. Packers, prospectors, two telegraph companies and hordes of gold-rushers as land Canada north Today thr new Fori hi nppri nf fVi bermen of the district i proximity to the beauty chako Rlve Valley mjf Lake, make it a pctenu; for. tourUt ; and Nearby j Fra::m, one of the latest sutj central inte-lcr Prince Rupert hucrl larsesx orv drik! Cithl f'nn e ...UU Alt fA. . '1 VUUOi, Will) 4U,l.,J I Ql ana aunns t.15 VJ! J operated by Car-s... s,'j Railways built thirter : ton freightc-3 t?n V crft and foui irv (c-,fep?n sou vesseX wrre xtpiM To DELEGATES OF THE ASSOCIATED BOARDS OF TRADE We extend Greetings, Best W'uhei and Good Luck on future activities Fashion Footwear PROPERTY MANAGEMENT G. PERCY TINKER & CO. , Rentals Conveyancing Notary Pt. Real Estate and Insurance Agenti LIFE INSURANCE FIKE INSURANCE AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE Hearty . . . . :: to Delegates of the ASSOCIATED BOARDS OF TRADE CONVENTION . Iir.SXER BWG lTKINCi: KlTERT.lt mm mm mm mi llf I vveicomt May Success and Happiness be with V YYT ITi 1 w arte x, vifwrs Good Luck TO THE rpi t- t'i-'o rTT TU V ASSOCIATED BOARDS OF TRA" 65 TAXI ti DAY AND NIGHT S E R V 1