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Newspaper
Canora Advertiser
Location
Canora, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
2
Opinion piece arguing Canada should confront a possible quit option in wartime politics. The author targets Laurier and Liberals, linking conscription opposition to surrender and urging the public to vote clearly on Canada quitting the war effort. Heavy type notes mark The Advertiser's emphasis.
The passage castigates betrayal pointing to a policy of those described as deserting and deceiving, likening them to the dead in moral weight and inviting scorn from honorable citizens. It frames dishonesty as a shared vice among the implicated group and calls for public denouncement.
The article covers fair preparations with exhibits in the main building, judging to begin at noon, and civic holiday hours. It reports on conscription politics, economic notes, and multiple wartime updates from Canada, the U.S., Britain, and Europe, including troop and prize details, rail rates, and food controls.
Local items report Gazetting of notaries Arthur Whatton Jennings and resignations and appointments in Canora Buchanan and Yen area. Justice of the Peace Archibald Chandler and other civic changes noted. Community events include Etoimamie Valley fundraiser and a forthcoming picnic in July with weather affecting plans. Soldier notes mention Pte Henry Mens in Dulwich hospital.
Regular meeting notes from July 15 1917 chair Mayor Johnston authorize payments to G T P Express H Mueller Co and others set water rates 75 cents for hydrants and monthly service increases to 1500 and 2000 with or without bath and metered services at 81.00. A Civic Holiday is declared for August 1 from 1 PM to 6 30 PM with business closing early.
Auction notice for 160 acres of land and household items scheduled in Sturgis. The exact time and details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the sale lists land and multiple personal items to be auctioned on a Saturday in 1917.
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