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Newspaper
Battleford Press
Location
Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jul 05, 1917
Page
8
Bis hop Milling Co prepares to start operating the flour mill within days. A large work force has renovated the mill and improved its condition, with first graded wheat from Wilkie district. Mr Bishop, known for fair treatment of patrons, promises continued service under the Sunrise brand.
The local Red Cross Society thanks supporters for providing socks including 4 pairs from Mrs Gardner 3 pairs from Mrs Waives 4 pairs from Mrs Blades 3 pairs from Merc Johnson 2 pairs from Mrs Porter 2 pairs from Mrs Partridge 5 pairs from Mrs MacDonald 1 pair from Mrs Bood 2 pairs from Mrs Cooke 1 pair from Mrs Day 2 pairs from Mrs Anderson 2 pairs from Mrs Scott and 7 pairs from Prongua Home makers.
In the Supreme Court of Castleford Judicial District Imperial Bank of Canada sues Michael C. Tynen Edward Bentley and Griese Wood Limited seeking a judicial sale of property. The action names the defendants and cites proceedings in the court.
Pursuant to an order by His Honour A E Dowk dated July 3 1914 the Supreme Court Batleyford Judicial District announces a public auction of the northwest quarter section 36 township 42 range 15 west of the Third meridian Saskatchewan. Sale at the Sheriff’s Office Battleford August 15 1917 at 12 oclock noon Mountain Time under sheriff bailiff. Terms: 25 percent of purchase price down and balance on transfer.
The Woman's Auxiliary of the church hosted a lawn social and open air concert at Mr and Mrs John Franhes home on the tennis court grounds. Games, a tea, a prize raffle, and a phonograph provided family entertainment amid a large crowd. About $112 was raised with $40 allocated for expenses and 25 cents admission.
Mia Hacking travels to Saskatoon for a month staying with friends. The visit centers on social time and local exploration as she seeks to unwind and reconnect with acquaintances.
The Saskatchewan crop summary reports good growth across grain crops led by wheat at eight to ten inches high in many districts. Rainfall improves prospects though frost slowed some areas, with ideal weather and ample moisture helping oats flax and pasture growth. Some locales report cutworms and late planting but overall yields look strong this season.
June report lists top students by grade at Waines School. Grade VII includes Florence Latus Roy Roberts Marion Speers Ralph Owen and Alex Speers. Grade IV features Mildreg Laycock Rupert King Ida Roberge Margaret Speers and Leslie Speers. Grade II lists Muriel King Florence King Louie Speers George Latas Albert Christler Olive Chistler Jay Owens Alvina Roberge. Grade L names Gwendoline King Robert Speers Elmer Laycock Irwin Roberts Vaulo Gillis. Grade . includes Honer Speers Mervin Dah Allan Cameron Leafy Brenton Edith Edwards Peter Tegart.
The London committee of the French Red Cross Society appeals through Saskatchewan for aid to sick and wounded French soldiers and prisoners of war. France endures war since 1914. Saskatchewan calls March to donate until it hurts to support Red Cross supplies and relief efforts.
Classified notice seeks purchase of a small flock of houses. Apply to The Press for details and offers.
A large red Shorthorn bull branded OS on left hip is missing from the Academy farm. Reward offered for information leading to its recovery. Contact J. V. Maas, Battleford Academy.
Advertisement offers an exceptionally good wagon with a grain box for sale. Contact J. V. Maas at 56p Battleford hoody for details and price.
Improved quarter section of land with a good house and stable two granaries, wells watered by springs and a river, three acres broken. Well adapted for mixed farming. Apply to Mrs. F. Starnes, 4-4.
In lighthearted notices a local column quips about disposing of a rain coat and mockingly critiques post election mood and war era thrift. It ribbed a rival paper over election tactics and jokes about three course meals amid shortages and patriotism.
W. J. Allan of Diamond Hall North Battleford will set up at the King George Hotel Battleford on Friday July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rev. H Sherstone assumes extra duties for three months collecting funds to reduce the diocesan debt and will personally canvass the entire diocese including the northern half.
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