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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
8
Town treasurer reports 206 dollars collected so far for dog taxes this year versus 278 dollars last year. Chief King has a list of nonpayers and police court cases are likely to follow.
The record shows April deposits in Irie Schools by ward with South Ward 28 cents Central 31 East Ward 10 West Ward 34 all Barrie 30 cents. Canada wide average 33 cents. Swansea leads at 1.18 dollars and Arnprior at 13 cents.
Daily papers report no coalition between parties and expect an early Federal election.
Lt Geo A Downey of Orillia is named in Haig despatches as an artillery officer. Sergt Allan Ingram survived Vimy and writes to his mother. Gunner Rollett Carson worsened but stable in Glasgow Hospital. Major Wilfred Knowles may lead Whitby Convalescent Hospital. Capt Percy Sarjeant heads to England then France. Major Geo R Rodgers commands Camp Borden training depot with Major Newton Young. Seret Lynn Montgomery and Gunner Basil Carpenter return home for treatment. Capt Jack Montgomery on duty at Orpington base hospital post operation. A Welsh-style chaplain in Aberdeenshire urged letters owed to soldiers. Pte Robt Brett returns home as one of 1000+ invalided soldiers. Capt Oswald Day awarded Military Cross. Dr Day’s three sons also in khaki. Lieut A P Menzies, formerly Whitby pastor, now major, honored by Haig. Pte Jack Sutherland killed in action. Bradford native, ex-CPR worker, lacrosse star and Regina champion.
A town meeting chaired by President Cross backed a Wednesday noon closing in July and August after signatures show 404 employers and clerks favor the half holiday. The plan forecasts committee reviews across dry goods, grocers, jewels, clothing, and other trades, with a final unanimous town decision hoped. A theatre program at the Grand Opera House in June 8 and 9 features Blanche Sweet in The Evil Eye and a two reel comedy.
An order in council has forbidden public betting at Canadian race tracks during the war. The ban is expected to reduce race meets as betting funds disappear and racing activity declines nationwide.
Ottawa reports the government will implement daylight saving across Canada this summer. The move affects all regions, extending evenings and adjusting clocks nationwide.
The casualty list includes Pte. 8 S. A. Cross of Thornton though his home is in Thornton his Canadian life started with Dr Barnardo's Homes. He served in the 76th Bn and 20th Bn before being killed in action on May 9 1917 after being wounded at the Somme. His mother lives in Ramsgate England and has three other sons serving in the Navy and Army.
Proceeds from a Saturday lunch on June 2 totaled $16.75 for Soldiers' Aid. An informal military dance will be held in the Town Hall on June 45 at 8:30 p.m. Admission is 50 cents and no invitations will be issued.
The Ball Planing Mill Co Ltd announces new management for lumber and building supplies including flooring doors sash blinds and more. Our manager is a registered architect able to draw plans and specifications and consult on building problems. Phone 109 Bayfield St Barrie Ont.
The Famous Players film adaptation of Snow White stars Marguerite Clark with director J Searle Dawley. Seven real midgets play the seven dwarfs in the production premiering at the Grand Opera House on Wednesday and Thursday June 13 and 14.
Local buyers seek wool at the apple factory corner Sophia Street and Maple Avenue. J W Gossling posts prices and invites producers to inquire before selling.
A brief notice highlights how readers can cut expenses by reviewing current advertisements. It urges attention to deals and promotions, suggesting notable savings opportunities across products and services. The item emphasizes practical cost cutting for households.
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