02 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Dauphin Herald And Press
Location
Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 02, 1917
Page
1
Mr John Kennedy treasurer acknowledges receipts to the Nations Council fund from Vermilion Branch G G A Soldiers Aid Society and Valley River district totaling over 1300 dollars to date.
A mass meeting of the Liberals in the Dauphin electoral division will take place at the Municipal hall on Friday August 3 at 8 30 p m to choose delegates for the Winnipeg convention.
The Grain Growers Co of Winnipeg will exhibit nighting plants for farm houses still in operation. A long distance Indian runner from the Grandview reserve is expected to join foot races. Baseball teams from Makinak Gilbert Plains Ste. Rose Dauphin farmers and a town nine will play. Armstrong Trading Co of Winnipegosis will showcase Holstein cattle.
A letter from Miss Anderson, matron at the Convalescent Soldiers Home in Winnipeg, expresses gratitude for crates of eggs donated by Mr. B. J. Shepard and the 1.C.C.E. group. The eggs aid the recovery of returned servicemen, who pass through the home on arrival, with staff and volunteers welcoming them. The column also notes local lake camp activity and minor incidents along the beach road.
The list shows N G Miss Madge Cruise and V G Mrs M McKerchar leading Alexandra lodge with F S Mrs J A Gorby and Treasurer Miss May Stark. Chaplain Miss B Day Warden Miss M Bandy Conductor Miss Tena Whiteman I G Miss H Coffey O G Mr W Terry named among officers for the term.
The Herald notes the death of 38 H Roseborough once owner of a town jewelry store. A Vermilion Alberta resident, he enlisted at the start of the war and served in France where he was wounded. He died July 20 after returning to Edmonton hospital. he was brother to Mrs. W. Watson of Valley River.
At Gilbert Plains on July 31 a son was born to Mr and Mrs Ernest Roberts. At Dauphin on August 1 a son was born to Mr and Mrs Frank Nicholson. 800 and son Cherny's Employment Agency Burrows avenue. For help call 227.
Lost notices describe a red and white heifer, about two years old, on or about June 1 near S. W. 16 25-18. Also two seven year old colts, iron gray and bay with white hind feet and facial white. Other descriptions include a white striped horse and several mares with facial markings. Reward offered for information leading to recovery. notify Herald office via John Beattie and P Nicholsons.
The fair appoints judges from outside points with only two exceptions. The list shows Heavy horses P Robertson Winnipeg, Fight horses Dr Schnell Melita, Cattle sheep and swine A D McConnell Hamiota, Dairy W R Roberts Binscarth, Needlework Cookery Mrs Neilson Agricultural College, Vegetables flowers Mr Nelson Horticultural Dept Agricultural College, Poultry Prof Herner Agricultural Fine Arts, School Work Inspector Fallis Neepawa, Wm Rintoul and E A Webb.
The treasurer acknowledges receipts from Dauphin Plains workers 11.70 Valievy River Home Economics society 31.70 Mrs W Cheshire 2 N Koshowski Spruce Creek 1. Week reception includes 5 dressing gowns 5 suits of pyjamas 25 pairs of socks 2 quilts. Goods sent to Winni Headquarters include 30 suits pyjamas 11 dressing gowns 44 pairs socks. July payments remain due from monthly subscribers, please pay Nicholson Hawkins office promptly.
Owing to age and health the undersigned offers his large valuable property for sale or rent. A good stable and business parties desire a garage or related use, making this central property an excellent choice. J. H. KELLY.
The list shows Grade IX Grade X and Grade XI students from Dauphin Collegiate who passed or earned honors in various courses. Highlights include honors for Annie Romanchych Sadie Riddell Gladys Whitmore George Fletcher Clara O Connor and John Holinski with multiple pass and supplemental statuses across combined teacher and matriculation courses.
Dr and Mrs Rogers came home Monday after a month visiting coast towns. He praised mountain scenery but found Manitoba’s green fields absent and coast nights cold with nightly fires. On the return near Edmonton a head on collision of a freight and excursion train killed several. he was first on the scene and tended many injured passengers. Robi Byrnes, formerly of Dauphin, was the freight conductor.
Mr. Robt Jeeston reports his son Isaac Johnston, wounded in action, has both legs amputated above the knees. The hospital communication confirms the extent of injuries and ongoing recovery.
As the fair nears, interest in the Baby Show rises with many entries expected across classes. Committee head Mr John A Gorby leads preparations while Dr Fraser of Brandon the provincial health board secretary plans to attend. A Winnipeg physician will help judges with health nurses Miss Russell and Miss Menagh. Prizes include 3 classes for ages 6 months to 2 years with 1st 3.00 2nd 2.00 3rd 1.00 in each class.
Membership in the Manitoba Motor s has grown rapidly during the past month and eight-six different points in the province have a branch representative. The Dauphin club is donating 150 toward gravelling the Brown mile. The Sutherland-Stelek Co. severed ties with Willys-Overland and will handle Chevrolet. Mr Eagle changes: Dodge and Ford depart. Maxwell, Saxon and Chalmers join.
Dan Hamilton brokered a 100 foot corner sale at Main and 2nd Ave N E from Harrington and Ball to W J Feldman of Minnesota for 7000 dollars. Buyer plans a solid brick garage 50 by 132 feet on the site. Also reports sale of NE 27-25-18 from G L Irwin to Sutherland and Stelck. LAIRD SJOBINE At the Presbyterian manse Dauphin on the 25th alt Alexander RE Laird to Annie Sjobine Broadview Sask Rev S A Martin officiated.
A convalescent home shipment arrived in Winnipeg on Friday the 27th. The ladies of the town prepare a bale for destitute Belgian children and seek good cast-off or new clothing. Items may be left at Mr Farrell's store before August's end. Regular meetings occur on Tuesdays Fridays with the next monthly session on Saturday August 4 at 3.9 p.m.
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