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Newspaper
Estevan Progress
Location
Estevan, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Aug 29, 1918
Page
1
Fragmented readable text references a Labor Day event linked to the municipal office and an official in a Burton or Lew area. Mentions a person named Beeman and potential asset discussion. The overall sense notes a community gathering or meeting with unclear details.
Dr. W. G. Cowan celebrates three governments agreeing on a lignite briquetting venture. A site near Estevan may be chosen, with one year to operation and 100000 tons of output next year. The venture aims to demonstrate briquetting benefits to mine owners and spur multiple plants across Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
The annual Sheep rod swine sale will be held at Brandon on Oct. 23 and 24. Entry forms and sale roles are available on application to W. E. Smale, secretary, Bra Man.
Open season for duck shooting starts September 15. Prairie chickens must be shot. resident license is 1.25 dollars. License date requirements apply prior to September 1.
The Leader reports a meeting of the Hopeet group scheduled for Tuesday evening at 6. The notice mentions preparations and attire for the event and notes the gathering will be at Selifdey Avenue near a local shop.
W H Dorsey and Geo S Richardson report beating grain cutting hurdles after heavy rains by buying binder engines for the machine era. Mr Newewite of the Orpheum Theatre says he contracted for Two Fiction War Pictures, “To Hell with the Kaiser” and “Lest We Forget.” Newcombe notes these films rank among the best since World War I, and the Orpheum will present popular choices with careful selection like the regular program.
Major Kender of the 152nd, formerly of Oxbow and Carnduff, died during a recruiting tour in Ratevan with the 152nd Band in 191A. The Oxbow Herald honors him, noting his faithful service and sacrifice for liberty, joining a deathless army of heroes.
A light Sunday excursion ends with a farm stop to view cattle, prompting talk of profits, Noah’s Ark, and the dream of riches as cows supposedly multiply with good grass and water. The group returns to town musing on nature’s labor and overnight wealth.
U S Customs officers have for days opened and examined hundreds of bags of U S newspapers held here on orders from Washington The object is to suppress a certain article bearing on Airplane interactions tensions and policy.
Portage to Prairie Manitoba shops close at 4 p m to aid saving the wheat crop. Last year stores closed at 1 p m in August as men went to fields by 5. Three hours of daylight remain after a half hour trip. About 250 to 300 men go out each evening paid 30 c per hour. 70 to 1000 acres of grain stocked in 1917 by Citizens Stocking Gangs. The scheme is greatly extended this year.
Secretary Farrel mobilizes volunteers to assist farms this week. J E Louwhglin, Dr L Irvine, M P Sloan, H T Halliwell, and A G Garrish worked half a day at J Schier brock's farm. Meyer Milne and Rev W J Melver led crews, with Bannatyne guiding at C Fagan's farm. Notify Mr Garrish at the Rural Municipal office to join, don overalls, gloves, and report to duty as wheat awaits stocking.
Mr and Mrs A L Young advertise a sale of items at their home on Fifth Street on Saturday September 7.
Con tractor Wilson has kept a crew at the Western Dominion Mines for three months to alter the mine entrance. The work changes the entry from an inclined haul via steam powered cable to a straight up haul, enabling faster dumping of coal into rail cars after extraction.
On Monday the employees of Saskatchewan Coal, Brick and Power enjoyed a river picnic in a good old-time setting. The event brought together workers from the Shand plant for a day of leisure and camaraderie.
Estevan branch reports cash of 6611.00 for June and July and a shipment of supplies valued at 206.74. Finance night at Roche Percee Aug 16 raised 25 with thanks to Mrs. Giffen. Mrs. Dow, longtime Ma Coun RCS president, attended last week’s meeting. Bazaar set for Nov 27–28. remember to add a soldier’s name to the quilt.
We are unable to publish our usual news this week due to a breakdown on our type setting machine. Repairs must come from New York, making timely edition impossible for THE ESTEVAN PROGRESS readers and advertisers.
The Estevan Fair showcased numerous dairy, fruit, and baked goods prizes. Winners include Mrs. J T Wilson and Mrs. Ed Condon for fruit entries from Estevan, with multiple ribbons for raspberries, currants, and gooseberries. Dairy prizes went to Mrs. Arthur Pierce, Bienfait residents, and Estevan competitors for butter, cheese, bread, and cookies.
Eight pupils from Mrs Meads of Alameda passed recent exams under Mr GD Atkinson of Toronto Conservatory of Music with honors. The Alameda Dispatch praises the students and tutor and extends hearty congratulations to the pupils and their tutress for distinguished success.
Red Cross Juniors at Central School report a time at Prinny's river picnic with thanks to superintendent Mrs A A Hill for ice cream. Taylorton Auxiliary lists thirteen members and a $1 donation. A $0.90 cheque funds from Regine Exhibition prizes for knit by Mrs Lyons Estevan. Valley View Juniors sew and Mrs Holses and Mere Sissons knit.
Card of Thanks from Mr George Powell and family of Outram for sympathy after the death of a husband. An Open Liberty thrillers plays at the Delight Theatre starting Monday September 2 with a fifteen week run. Announcement invites readers to watch for further attractions and policies.
Jewish observances likely on September 7 and 1 with services to be led by Rabbi Herner of Hitrech in the town hall.
The Salvation Army Commandant and Mrs Larson of Regina will visit the local Corps for Sat and Sun Aug 21 and Sept 1. They were appointed Young People's Secretary for Saskatchewan succeeding Commandant Habkirk and Mrs Habkirk, now in the Pacific Province. Locals and Scandinavian friends are invited to enjoy the visitors music and singing by Mrs Larson.
Next Sunday in the West church two will preach morning service features a Labor Day sermon and a harvest effort. Dr Melvor and Mr James Cook assist as harvest work proceeds after an accident limits Mr Cook. Communion Service planned for Sep 5. Hillhurst Church aims to raise 25 000 with Baker and Melver appointed by the General Assembly in June to seek congregational subscriptions.
A dance event will be held at the Wood End Pavilion on the evening of Monday September 2 with good music by an orchestra and a cordial invitation to all.
C. G. McNeil provincial secretary issues a circular to returned soldiers about a new requirement under the Soldier Settlement Act Attestation Certificates must be obtained from the Soldier Settlement Board Ottawa to prove eligibility. Branches urge publicity and a three month grace period for certificates and applications for land or loans.
Review of patriotic tax use during WWI shows nearly a million raised with allocations to the Canadian Patriotic Fund and Red Cross, plus debenture interest. Criticism targets watchmen costs, farm labour imports, and high salaries for active servicemen, arguing some payments favored well paid civil servants and officers over broader sacrifices.
Dr. F S Seiee is scheduled to return to his office on Tuesday September 3. This brief notice confirms the date and his availability.
Telegram from Mrs Wynne Jones reports Private Frederick Cecil Wyrdhe Jones admitted to No 12 General Hospital Boulogne on August 10 after an accident wounded with eye laceration. Director of Records confirms.
Regina 1918 exhibition promoters report advertising value to the Main Committee. Secretary DT Elperkin notes total paid ads increased to 65 500, up 84 000 from last year, and urges cooperation to boost success.
Mr. Alex Dunbar received details from the Commandant of No 1 Fighting School RAF Turnberry Ayrshire Scotland about the fatal gunnery accident of his son J D Dunbar. His aircraft fell on a diving target near the shore. skull fracture caused instant death. wreckage submerged until low tide. Funeral at Downe cemetery Girvan Ayrshire with officers, firing party, and minister conducting service. Three volleys and bugle and drum honors paid.
Jack Clark was laid off this week due to an influenza like sickness. Clarence Duncan reported an up and around status after a recent plane accident. Estevan Rayal Arch Masons to meet Tuesday at 8 p.m. H W Axton formerly ran City Bakery and Long Creek gardens, now farming near Gladmar Sask. The Becket hospital leased to Nurses Hopper and Morrison and renamed Estevan Hospital. Mrs Harry Kelly and children returned from visits to Bracebridge Sandridge Sault St Marie and Petrolia. Marjorie andie Purdon visited Dr C Pardon’s home this week. William Henneberg’s parents learned he is at Leaside Camp Toronto pursuing aviation studies with 9 000 foot flight progress praised.
The Delight Theatre opens on Labor Day under new management after a change of control. Initial notices indicate the venue will operate under a new company and term arrangement.
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