PAY CASHYÕS PRAYER IN World War I LETTER
An Irish soldier named Pat Casey sought furlough after ten months of hard service and wrote pleading to the “Dear Lord” for 100 dollars to go to Paris. The censor’s office in a Y M C A area circulated the letter, fundraising for a total of fifty dollars. Casey gratefully accepted the aid, noting that the YMGA had skimmed half of it and promising to repay in due course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Londy
Fatlar MeCarthy
Pat Casey
Y.M.C.A
Casey
Okanagan Valley freight car refrigeration woes at rail inquiry
NOW SURVTIC in NOW SURVTIC in Otuawa Oct 31 complaints from the Okanagan Valley that fruit districts are not getting proper refrigerat or car services have been before the railway commission Sir Neary Duyton chairman of the commission Li An opinion today points out that the Canadian Pacific Railway has had to wen large proportion of refrigera torialsc and overseas Movements of fresh meats He adds that the PR has gone at the market for boat ers and purchased a considerable supply although far short of supplying all cars which may be requir ed Sir Henry under the circumstances does not think it fas ibl e to order more than these is already taken
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otuawa
Okanagan Valley
Railway Commission
Neary Duyton
Paelle
Henry
Regulations on desertion and harbouring in Canadian forces
Text outlines offences for employing or retaining deserters or absentees from the Canadian Expeditionary Force and for harbouring or concealing such individuals. Penalties include up to six months' imprisonment and fines from one hundred to five hundred dollars, with defenses based on proof of inquiry and disclosure of military papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Expeditionary Force
Mediating Growers Shippers Acknowledged In Bulletin
Notes from the Bulletin praise calm handling of shipments and warehouse visits. Growers and shippers report pleasant experiences and improved practices, with several Calgary Winnipeg and Regina voices highlighting honest color, perfect condition, and refined packing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bioltera
Jobbsra
Rendon
Regina
B.C
Winnipeg
R. IR
Scott
Scott Fruit Co
Calgary
Uiis
Prines al Correspondant
Banke Tavel
Occidental Fruit
Calgary Johbar
Stirling & Pitcairn
Duty to Save Is Like Soldier’s Duty to Fight
A concise wartime maxim asserts that saving lives is as essential as fighting, framing rescue as a parallel duty to battle. It emphasizes moral responsibility, urging collective effort to protect and preserve lives during conflict.
Farmers and the Loan Drive Spark War Economy
Canadian farmers and industry surged as government loans financed WWI efforts. The Imperial Munitions Board contracts in Canada reached 1.2 billion, with 600 million advanced by government and banks. Exports, wheat and dairy, and Victory Loans expanded exports to Great Britain, fueling sustained production and national resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Cam
Imperial Manitiony Board
Great Britain
Victory
Trenehous
Dominion
Save Money Today for Tomorrow’s Needs
A concise caution urges prudent spending to cover future requirements. It emphasizes that funds saved now prevent shortages later and underscores the value of disciplined budgeting and planning.
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Military Service Act
Governor General In Council
Willow Point
Kootenay
Winnipes
Cere
Lee
Albert Lee
Grocer
Liconue No
Eife
Fitc., Este
A. McCallum
Abbotsine
Alexandria Hotel
M. Murphy
Propriett
Huntingdon
Abbotsford District Board OF Trade
Hope
Alanson
N- Hill of
Abbotsford
B. C
Bates’ Printing Office
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