Davidson Boys in Casualty Lists Across the Front
Word reaches Davidson of multiple WWI casualties and wounds. Sgt. Max Hodgers and Private Kelby Roseborough are reported wounded. Pte. J. Thompson and Perc y Strickland named in fatal or gas cases. Other locals, including Allan Miller, Willie Dahl, and I. J. Roseborough, face transfer or convalescence abroad. Officers Cecil Lick and Fletcher Robinson noted in Royal Flying services with duties near London and France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Hodgers
Geo. Hodgers
Rodgers
S3rd
Kelby Roseborough
Davidson
I. J. Roseborough
Pte. Roseborough
Western University Corps
196Th Batt
France
Allan Miller
Epsom Convalescent Hospital
England
Willie Dahl
Fletcher Robinson
Royal Naval Flying Corps
London
David son public school board seeks extra funds for building
The David son public school board met November 7 in the secretary’s office with Messrs. Scott, McGregor and Ketcheson present. They passed bylaw authorizing borrowing 2000 for completing payments on the new school and approved hold back 2733 and extra 10.48 from Poole Construction Co. They authorized borrowing until debentures are sold. Notices of vacancies and admission fees for non residents and term fees for Room V were set with various due dates and conditions for 1917.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davidson Public School Board
Messrs. Scott
McGregor
Ketcheson
Poole Construction Co
God
Automobile Collision on Arm River Hill Damages Grain Wagon Load
A serious crash occurred at the foot of Arm River hill six miles east of town on Tuesday night. Wm Grieves of Simpson drove a 1917 Model McLaughlin toward Davidson and struck a three tier grain wagon loaded with wheat. the horses and driver were absent. Grieves was said to travel at a fair pace and likely did not see the wagon in time as the turn began, causing a tremendous impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arm River
Wm. Grieves
Simpson
McLaughlin
Davidson
Grieves
Cours
Call to Buy War Supplies for Our Return Home
A wartime plea urges civilians to supply food clothes and weapons for soldiers returning from service. The speaker promises courage and sacrifice while stressing that home front support is essential to sustain troops and protect future victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mae
Demonstration of Staude Mak-A-Tractor at Farm Show
An improvised demonstration near Reuben Lloyds public school shows the Staude Mak A Tractor, hitched to a Ford car, pulling a 12 inch gang plow at high speed and moving a wheat load to a nearby elevator. The Davidson Co operative Association plans to secure the agency for this compact tractor weighing eight to nine hundred pounds and priced like a good horse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuben Lloyd
Ford
Belds
Davidson Co-operative Association
H W Ketcheson
Staude Maka Tractor Co
Moos Jae
Pierce
Moose Jaw
Ketchedon
Fritz Ducommun
Tee
MCC
Lome
Saskatchewan
Davidson Co-oprative Association
Gilroy Resigns as War Candidate Amid Cross-Party Endorsement
John Gilroy of Gorten resigns from his post as the wartime candidate supported by both Liberal and Conservative factions. The Federal Conservatives of Last Mountain chose him three years ago, while J Fred Johnston of Bladworth, a Liberal nominee, is expected to win by acclamation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unos
John Gilroy
Gorten
J. Fred Johnston
Bladworth
Car Crash Rescue In Town Sends Victims To Help
Two occupants survived a crash with non fatal injuries described as a broken nose from impact with the windshield and a severe shaking. The car suffered heavy damage with a twisted radiator a damaged fender and a broken crank case. Walter Thompson assisted by guiding the wounded to town and to Manis garage for repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Thompson
Manis Garage
Davidson Tribunal Grants Exemptions for Apprentices
Up to last evening the Davidson Tribunal had dealt with 70 appren tions for exemption. Thirty-eight these were granted exemption, wee casts were adjworned and 53 were in to report fir service Ex in all case are for six months only, when the persons anv Stee ee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davidson ‘Tribunal
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the Palace Store
W. J. Robinson
the Victory
Monarch Lumbea Co., Lad
Gundy Clapperton Co
Toronto
Waltham
Eric. Arnold
Opcomerria & Opticien
Eam J
New House
Bern
W. Bathgate
Sask
Traynor
Town
H. Nicholls
K. Bell
North
Township
Range
Regina
Chas. Wood
Hassel Bros
Davidson P.O
F. Cameron
M.A. L.B
Notary Public
Davidson, Salk
F. S. T. Hutchison
Victoria Street
M. A. Munroe O
A. S. Popplewell
Prowers, Wreaths and Co. Designe Victoria
H. Robinson
P.O
C. Whitelock
DK. T
Ke Patyersos
Eihow
Rene Wat Bot
Heffer & Bradley
Bowline Alley & Pratrom
Derty
Pte. J. Thompson
Pte. Thompsan
Batt
Percy
Ed. Clanry
Hefler & Bradley
Ace
H. G. Rows
Hladworth
220Th Batt
B. B. Law
C.N.R. Depot
Set. P. Law
Actire
Lieut
Cecil Lick
Royal Flying Corpse
Stern
Harrow
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