McPhee Named Liberal Candidate for Mackenzie
George W. McPhee of Yorkton was nominated at a Mackenzie Liberal meeting in the Royal Theatre to contest the federal constituency. Three candidates appeared, including J. K. Johnston and John T. Spice, with delegates voting after speeches. McPhee won the nomination amid cheers as the Liberal candidate for Mackenzie. Mackenzie Liberal Association elects officers at Canora with Laurier named honorary president and Walter Scott as president.
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Geo. W. McPhee
Yorkton
Mackenzie
John T. Spice
Delagetes
McPhee Ami
Canora
McPhee Appointed Crown Prosecutor for Liberal Party
Geo W McPhee a Yorkton resident and Liberal candidate has been named Crown Prosecutor He previously lived in Saskatoon and Prince Edward Island and was eyed for attorney general The Liberal government was defeated and McPhee joined efforts to rebuild the Dominion government apparatus
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Geo. W. McPhee
Mackenzie
Yorkton
Saskatoon
Prince Edward Ishkyrd
Prince Edward Island
McPhee
Indian Agent Blewett Volunteering for Militia Service
Indian Agent W. G. Blewett has tendered his resignation and offered his services to the Militia Department. The notice notes Blewett’s readiness to serve and indicates related movements in Kamsack Saskatchewan on May 23.
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Blewett
Kamsack
W. G. Blewett
Bes
Militia Department
Correspondence for War Prisoners in Germany
Postal rules for prisoners of war in Germany outline how to address letters and parcels The guide emphasizes ink writing and title details place of internment and unit identity It warns against political or military content and advises postcards over letters to reduce delays
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Germany
Sades Hice Vise
Ansiety
Canora Band Impresses Strangers With City Advertisem
The Advertiser highlights pride in the Canora Band as many strangers visit town, praising the lively event as a strong advertisement for the community. Notes misprints but emphasizes the music and town spirit.
Remains of Ruthenian Farmer Found
The Yorkton Enterprise reports the discovery of human bones in a big slough near Wm. Jansen's farm by Alex and George Mann. The remains are identified as Andrew Cleon, a Ruthenian homesteader who disappeared with his daughter Annie in 1903 while traveling from Yorkton to a distant farm. An inquest was deemed unnecessary and the bones, including a belt buckle and a No. 7 shoe, were turned over to Mrs. Norquay for interment.
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Canora
Yorkton
Annie
Wm. Jansen
Cicon
Janzen
Geo
Sex. Mann
Con
R. V.W.M
Heleher
Death of Alfred Sutherland in Canora
Alfred Ernest Sutherland, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. H Sutherland, died in Canora from poisoning after being found at his desk. A senographer and typist for E L McLaren's law office, he had lived in Canora since 1912 after education at St Boniface College. Funeral Monday afternoon drew a large crowd. floral wreaths included from local young men and Winnipeg friends. Father Holland officiated private services.
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Tve O
Canora
Alfred Ernest Sutherland
H. “. Sutherland
E. L. McLaren
Fred
Killarney
Manitoba
St. Boniface Collgre
Winnipeg
Union Bank
Prince Rupert
Father Holland
Happy Wilson Joins The Colors From Canorm
Canorm resident Happy Wilson has answered the call to the colors. He left the town with friends sending wishes for a safe return and good luck in service.
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Nnother
Canorm
Happy” Wilson
Walter Returns From P J Degg Visit
The fragmentary item notes E BR Walter coming back today from P J Degg of Deephin to visit. It mentions a gram liner relation and a royal title in the context of a notice from The Advertise.
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P. J. Degg
Deephin
S. Leg
Appeal for Canadians at the Front and Home Sacrifices
The Advertiser urges Canora readers to remember the war effort and increase support for the troops and families. It laments apathy, cites Cross Society and Patriotic Fund appeals, and calls for united, cheerful sacrifices to keep the old flag flying and the motto Fight or Pay.
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Canara
Canora
Lightning Strikes Cottage Startling Neepawee Scene
Lightning hit a cottage owned by Mrs Cook in Neepawa on Sunday night. The interior was wrecked with bricks and debris scattered in the bedroom where she slept. The elderly woman escaped injury though dazed and holding a lamp stem. neighbors gathered at the remarkable scene as she remained convinced Germans shelled her home.
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Neepawa, Maen
Cook
British Loud in Their Praise of Canadians
May 6 report from Shorncliffe notes Canadian reinforcements in France arriving as infantry after delays. Brigadier General Seely leads the Canadian Mounted Brigade Strathcona Horse King Edward Horse Royal Canadian Dragoons to the firing line. The cavalry units are expected to return to mounted service when possible, lifting morale among troops eager for front-line action.
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France
Canadian Mounted Brigade
Strathcona Horse
King Edward Horse
Royal Canadian Dragoons
Ender
Seely
War Office
Card of Thanks from Sutherland Family
Mr and Mrs I M Sutherland express heartfelt thanks for the kindness and help they received from Canora during their bereavement.
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M_ Sutherland
Pioneer coal dealer held for seditious language
Charles Hiltg a pioneer of the district and coal dealer in Yorkton was arrested today on seditious language charges. A preliminary hearing was held by Inspector Belcher and he was committed for trial.
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Yorkton, Sask
Charles Hiltg
Belcher
R. Saw M.P
Call for Monthly Red Cross Support During War Effort
A Toronto address urges all Canadians to financially support the Red Cross Society with monthly contributions from individuals and branches. It argues steady giving is essential to aid the wounded, dependents, and families of the fallen, noting even five cents per head per month could fund all needs for the war duration.
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Asi
The
Red Cross
Th Society
King Street
Toronto
Robbery at Chicago Restaurant Friday Night
A burglary occurred Friday night at the Chicago Restaurant as a thief entered and stole a quantity of toices before escaping. Inmates awakened by the noise saw the suspect fleeing the scene toward an exit.
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Chicago
Canora
Grain Thief John Carretski Sentenced to Six Months
John Carretski son of a Canora district farmer was found guilty of grain stealing and sentenced to six months in Yorkton jail. He evaded arrest until a bench warrant, issued earlier, was executed by authorities near Devils Lake. Judge Tialgebland noted the widespread grain stealing issue and warned stricter penalties if theft continued.
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Weloesdoay
Yorkton
John Garretski
Canora
R N.wasp
Devils Lake
Tialgebland
Gewin
Local Member Calls For Extended Tax Sale Period
In legislature Thursday a new law on tax delinquent sales was debated. Hon George Langley said the act keeps costs low for delinquent taxpayers while speeding municipal tax collection. Arrears property may be sold with two year redemption, then an extra year if needed. 10 percent annual profit to the buyer. J D Robertson and J F Bole argued six months too short, noting farmers may need more time after poor crops.
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George Langley
J.D. Robertson
W.P.P
Canora
Mr. Robertson
J. F. Bole
Regina
Pastor-Rev Percy Smith Announces Sunday Services
Pastor Rev Percy Smith schedules services Sunday next at Goose Lake 11 a.m. Wexford 8 p.m. Canora 7 30 p.m. Sunday School at Canora 2 30. A hearty invitation is extended to all to attend.
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Percy Smith
Goose Lake
Wexford
Canora
End of Neutrality
The text reflects a wartime American viewpoint stressing national resolve to remain neutral while condemning German aggression against ships and people. It emphasizes sacrifices and the perceived malice of sinking ships and attacking citizens during a worldwide conflict.
Church notices and services schedule across parishes
The notice lists services for a Sabbath at 7.20 p.m and a Sunday School at 11 a.m under CHURCH OF ENGLAND with Vicar Rev P Reade, plus Trinity Sunday Mikado School at 11 a.m and 3 p.m service and sermon at Canora Sunday School at 3 p.m. It mentions Austrian travelers fainting on a voyage from Willipag to the United States and freedom referred.
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Trinity Santiay Mikado
Sermor
Canora
Permon
Regular Town Council Meeting Minutes Summary
The town council met in the town offices on a May evening with Mayor in the chair and full council present. Minutes from the previous meeting were confirmed and accounts including insurance, well work, sewer, and water supply expenses were approved. reports from the Water Committee were adopted. hospital supply issues were referred for investigation. empire theatre power curfew and free Saturday afternoon counts were decided.
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Vadoentay
Surtin
Counigh
Frankkin - Rowntree
Empire Theatre
Canada Faces Volunteer Drive and War News Across Front
Reports from the war era note Canada seeking 40 000 more volunteers for empire defense as British naval actions sink Turkish craft and train collisions in Scotland claim lives. Others drown in Canada while river rapids prove fatal. Roosevelt libel suit verdict tallies 53 864.
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Meeting of Mackenzie Literal Associ
Ation
Royal Theatre
Wo McPhee
Didate
Tuency of Mackenzie
Geo. W. McBhee
J. RK. Johmtton, Mpp
Welly
Ile
Imaner
J. K. Johnston
Pelly
Johnston
MacKenzie Liberal Association
Sir Wilfrid Laurier
Walter Scott
St. W. Cumming, Can
I’res
H. FE
Dreamman
M. McLean
D Stephen
Dr. Wedderspoon
J. F. Paul Harschel
F. Wright
M. O. Ramaland
N. Cohen
W.D. Wylie
W. J. Britton
Dr. Brass
Het Roumay
John Glass
W. F
Holden
Prooud
Canora Band
Lest Sight
Novahia
Comains
Andrew Cleon
Wm. Janzen
Messrs
Alex, and
George Mann
Andrew
Ston
Colors
Canada
Theampire
Ret Cross Society
Canadian Patriotic Fund
Red Cross Society
Empire
Ani
Thos
Canmla
Patriotic League and
Relress Society
Beck Dyer
John Carretski
Mewiow
Hood
Methodist
United States
Church OF
Enocland
P. Reade
Willipag
Warteen
J. F
Barsetel
Bel
Due Freen
J. PO Taewehel
J Iimes
J. Mo Doge
Wir Peat
Pape
Kremin
Was von Hort, Ospetoes Hewina
Canadian Northern
Grea
Wardell
Greta Robertson
Dardanelles
All Arts of Canada
Alvomotes
Gretna
Scotland
Someleet
Church of England
Kitchener
Churchill
Empire Defense
John Ralston
Middlechurch
Salt
Fort Francis
Maple Leaf Milling Company
Theodore Roosevelt
William Barnes
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