19 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
Dauphin Herald And Press
Location
Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 19, 1917
Page
1
A promotional note offers model No. 812 La Diva corset at $2.50 from a regular $4.75 price. The corset is described as high grade with excellent material and trim. Limited time offer emphasizes exceptional value for this week's sale.
The D. and A. Beauty Waists offer well made garments for children of all ages. Prices range from 25e to 1.00, providing affordable options for every size and season.
A weekly delivery features Smyrna and Rag chenille textiles for bed moms baths and halls. Chenille sizes 22x45 priced 2.50, 17x36 at 1.50. Smyrna 27x54 costs 3.50. Rag 24x36 at 1.50. Tapestry slip mats offered at 0.50 each.
Treat your head to a new hat for warm days and let us help you pick it out. Hats to suit every face in felt straw or linen priced 50c to 5.00.
Our stock of Men's Clothing is very complete with a splendid range of fancy tweeds and worsteds and a good selection of blue serges. Prices range from $10.00 to $25.00.
Unpacked shipment offers stylish comfortable summer wear in ladies canvas sandals. Available sizes range from 24 to 3 with a price of 2.00 dollars.
A local shop promotes a summer footwear selection for all ages from small children to adults. They offer multiple colors including black white tan and blue and advertise prices tied to 2.50.
J L Bowman announces resignation as the Conservative nominee for Dauphin Federal constituency in 1917. He cites changed wartime politics, urges a new convention to select a representative, and thanks party members for their nomination and support.
The shore scene is filled with khaki clad visitors and campers thriving on fruit picking, fish peddling, and social visits. Mrs H Durham visits Dunwarken cottage while others enjoy camps, cottages, and entertainments. A large beach crowd and a busy Bell restaurant hint at summer bustle and travel to Gilbert Plains for a picnic.
Letters from France depict Belgian children up to twelve years old facing extreme distress after parents were killed or sent to Germany. Clothing scarce, sacks with holes used as wear. Dauphin residents urged to donate cast off clothing at Mr. Farrell's store before August.
The accused faced three charges and pleaded guilty before Magistrate Hawkins on Saturday. Crown prosecutor Crown Lee Simpson represented the Crown. the department of justice was involved. The defendant was fined the minimum amount of twenty dollars.
An unclear item notes August D. King with reference to a booth and eyes on an unspecified event. The readable fragment hints at a public notice or personal mention but lacks concrete actions, dates, or locations.
The Educational picnic at Wilson River School is set for Tuesday with road work improving access. Deputy Minister of Education R. Fletcher and Dr. M. S. Fraser of the Provincial Board of Health expect to attend, making it likely the district’s largest school meeting.
Ochre River reports multiple local residents traveling by auto to Brandon and Winnipeg. A serious accident near the Oehre bridge overturned a loaded car but left occupants with no serious injuries. Visitors include the Wolffs Wisharts Roses Venables Kilborn and others heading to Brandon and southern Manitoba points.
The piece lists seven reasons including Sunday news, auto sermons, and a weak collection. It notes Methodist and Presbyterian union services on July 22 at 11am led by Rev. S A Martin.
The Lake Dauphin Summer School completed its second year with officer elections. Merryweather and Grandview were named president and secretary. Hyslop Dick and Rev. Everett received other key posts. Attendance rose from 36 to 97. Sunday school attendance hit 168 with 76 in idle class.
Pte. Thos. Rushton of Fast Bay killed in action and Pte. A. Coulter of Ochre River wounded in the same theatre.
Fraser, 17, son of Robi Lunn, was late for the estbound train when a daily paper boy attempted to grab a ride from the station railing. He slipped between the platform and the coach as it moved, his left foot severed at the instep and the right foot crushed requiring amputation. He lies in the hospital listed in satisfactory condition given the severity.
The motor clubs executive offers 150 toward gravelling Brown mile and urges council action. Leccroflater station opens at Sutherland-Stelek Co. for free air and electric service for motorists. Mr A Perkins tours WinnipegBrandon. Over 400 cars visited the beach. farmers buy more cars. Wm Ross reports optimistic crop prospects in the district. Use Veedol motor oil.
A Durban district homesteader was brought before a magistrate and fined for carelessness with fire after burning brush on his land. The out of control blaze spread into the Duck Mountain Forest Reserve, one of Canada’s premier natural resources. The incident signals stricter penalties for similar neglect.
Dan Hamilton reports the sale of G Irwin's Main St property in St Louis to Frank Morris of Gilbert Plains for about $6,000. Also recorded is deed 312-284.19 from G L Irwin to Geo Buchanan.
Mr James Norton has completed a large barn on his farm east of town and will host a dance on Tuesday July 24 with good music and luncheon served. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a well ventilated, spacious event.
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