Record number of angling permits issued by Supervisor Parks

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The rush of non-resident anglers to the South West Miramichi and Cain’s Rivers after spring salmon, which began when the ice ran out of those rivers a week ago, shows no signs of abatement. The fishing season opened ten days later than last year, and while therefore, comparisons cannot be made as to dates, Fishery Inspector Parks of Fredericton, up to Tuesday night had issued 290 permits to anglers from over the American border. This is said to be the largest number he has issued in a like period since he entered upon his duties seven years ago.

On Monday Mr. Parks issued 40 permits to non-residents which he says is a record number for a single day. The supervisor says that while the fishing season was late in starting, he thinks it will also be late in closing. “I look for it to continue until the 24th of this month, if not longer,” he said.

Fishing Good

Up to Saturday night the fishing on the Miramichi had been exceptionary good and the visiting anglers enjoyed fine sport, even though the weather was not congenial. A heavy rainfall Saturday night resulted in a sharp rise in the river and the water became somewhat beclouded,interfering with the fishing. A few fine days however will likely restore normal conditions.

Allen and Wade of Penniac have five parties out on Cain’s River and have more coming later this week and next week.

Fred W. Fairley has a party of eight Americans at his camps, and has other parties booked for later in the month. He also has a large party booked for trout fishing at his camp on the headwaters of the Renous for June.

Willis Norrad, Charles Wade, Willard Wilson and other Miramichi camp owners are handling a number of fishing parties.All indications point to a record season on the Miramichi and tributaries for spring salmon anglers. (Page 1, May 12, 1939, The North Shore Leader).