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Newspaper

Estevan Progress

Location

Estevan, Saskatchewan, Canada

Date

Dec 19, 1918

Page

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Board of Trade Annual Meeting Discusses Co operation

The Board of Trade annual meeting reports activities and calls for wider district cooperation. J Hill and Saith address guests. talks focus on expanding representation to municipalities and forming a southeast Saskatchewan industrial association. Discussions include coop buying by retailers and potential name changes.

Board of True J. Hill Saith Hill Katevan Saskatchewan Campbell The of T L. J. Morris

Advertising Copy The Flow Of Sales And Reach

A compact note on crafting advertising copy that projects personality and sincerity. Emphasizes concise messaging and a quick circulation strategy to maximize reach and impact in limited time.

Progress Ag

Masonry notes on Davies rise in Freemasonry ranks

High Up In Masonry Ok Davies recently returned to his California home in Fairoaks Sacramento after leaving in 1914. He has studied Freemasonry and risen among leaders, serving as senior warden of Kilwinning Lodge Sacramento and Chancellor of the 30 degree Kedash Council, plus Shriners member Alpha Temples Salt Lake City. A Tableland Red Society meeting at Brown School on Friday the 27th at 7 am plans to recruit members, elect officers for 1919, and close with an oyster supper and dance. all welcome.

Davies California Fairoaks Sacramento Masoney Kilwinning Lodge Council of Kedash Shriners Alpha Temples Salt Lake City Utah Lodge of Masons Tableland Red Society Brown School

Rural Council No 5 Seeks Aid at December Meeting

Minutes of the December 10 1918 Rural Council No 5 meeting show councilors Venne Chamney Olson Murphy and Kincade approving previous minutes and discussing relief for Mrs Taymwoendt and pension efforts under the Mothers Pension Act. The by law extending animal roaming to 24 hours until April 15 was read first time and other topics including hospital plans seed grain distribution and tax refunds were addressed. A deputation sought amendments to the RM Act and requests for costs in a trespass case were noted.

Venne Chamney Olson Murphy Kincade Chamney-Olson Mra. Taymwoendt Couneil Kincade-Olson Stone Crossing Tremblay Chamney- Olson Ntiffs Chamney- Murphy P. J. Morin Poaemonia Rollinson Kincade-Murphy R.M

Record Shipments of Western Cattle Through Port

Shipments of cattle from Saskatchewan and Alberta to markets in St Paul and Chicago have set records. In the last two and a half months over 1300 cars totaling 30 000 head, valued at about one million pounds, have been exported, aided by a mild winter. A Canadian soldier, Pte Arthur Charleton of North Portal, returns aboard the steamship Olympic to Halifax. Also noted are visits by Mrs. W Yardley of Estevan, her trip from Carpin to see sister Miss Della Sandberg, and Mrs. M A Kemp’s hospital treatment in Minot. Curling teams near completion. sixteen rinks nearly ready for play next week.

Gancies Farma Saskatchewan Alberta St. Paul Chicago Arthur Charleton North Portal Canada Olympic Halifax Slim W. Yardley Estevan Carpin D.C Della Sandberg Carpro School M. A. Kemp Minot Hospital

Deer harvested on Swan River trip by Souria Valley Creamery men

Mr. Grundeen of Souria Valley Creamery and Mr. Kerfoot of Macoun returned from a two week trip in Swan River district with two deer. No moose seen though reported northward. Weather was calm and ideal for a quiet hunt. Grundeen calls it a restful holiday away from business. This marks his third fall hunting season in the north country. Also, Miss Gladys Scott visits aunt Mrs. Dunnell during holidays and plans to travel to Victoria, B C after Winnipeg stay.

Mr. Grundeen Souria Valley Swan River Kerfoot Macoun North Country

New Manager for Sask Coal Brick and Power

Robert McDonald was confirmed as manager to succeed the late J G Moffatt at the Shand plant. He has been with W Kinne in the lumber business and will reside here as councillor, though weekdays require him to be at the Shand plant.

Sask Coal, Brick & Power Robert McDonald J G. Moffatt Shand Mr. McDonald McDonald W. Kinne

Red Cross News Cash Donations and Bazaar Plans

A fragmented list shows cash donations from G Gallaway 85 Mrs Lysens 3 Bienfait Mrs Addie 1 50 Father Cronviller 1 A McCormick 2 and others totaling 26 40. Volunteers pledge handkerchiefs towels and small items. notes thank donors including Mrs Siddall Mrs Spree and four others. A Red Cross Bazaar and tea sale are announced with sales of two quilts and related items at View School on Saturday Jan 4.

G. Gallaway Lysens Bienfait Addie Father Cronviller A. McCormick Margaret Fisher Nellie Philips Siddall Fyrk Swallwell A. Ingram Lackey S. Lamp Frown Holder Fredrickson Sania Mra. Sinan Lake Holly Ace Evans Sinan Spree J. A. Oo McDonald Abley View School

Notice to Ratepayers on Town Taxes Payable at Par

Ratepayers are urged to pay current taxes before year end to avoid an 8 percent penalty. The treasurer notes the liberal discount is no longer available and stresses timely payment to help reduce the year's levy unpaid.

Farmers agree to return prize winnings to cancel Society debt

Mr G T Falkner endorses W J Jacques suggestion at the Agricultural Society meeting. Winners may refund their prizes to help free the Society from debt. He notes many competitors seek honor over money prizes and could return winnings if urged.

G. T. Falkner Agricultural Society _ meeting W. J. Jacques

Typewriter Ribbons and Meeting Notes

Typewriter ribbons offered by half dozen with single ribbons priced at 120. Delivery available. Promised quick service with Panam ribbons and carbon paper. Last night a Returned Soldiers Welcome and Aid League meeting discussed reorganization with officers Falkner Hill Smit Campbell named in attendance.

Imll Returned Soldiers’ Welcome & Aid League W. J. Ki Falkner H. A. C. Hill C. CG. Smit Siatthe Campbell

Auction Sale At Rooney Barn This Saturday

Chas. H. Shaw will hold an auction sale Saturday afternoon at the Rooney Barn with stores for sale to the highest bidders. Four female wolf-hounds, nine months old, will be offered for sale.

Chas. H. Shaw Rooney Barn Advt

Optician Mr J P Tripp to Visit Yardley’s Dec 19

Mr J P Tripp, optician, will be at Yardley’s jewelry store on Thursday December 19 for eye examinations and fitting glasses. Appointment by phone or in-store visit. Phone 64.

J. P. Tripp Yardley Thureday

Christmas Shopping Hints at The Leader Store

A plan to shop early for savings on groceries and gifts at The Leader Store. Advertises four day window to make purchases with high value and low prices on a fine variety of presents.

Leader

Duncan Motor Co Contest Offers Gray Dart Car and Chevy

The Duncan Motor Co and D O Crossley Co with W K Whitty announce a guessing contest to win a Gray Dart car and a Chevrolet. Each dollar spent buys a guess for the number of wheat kernels in a pickle jar, with several hundred miles of gasoline on the prize.

The Duncan Motor Co D.O Crossley & Co W. K Whitty

Adam MacKay Dies in Quebec City After Illness

Adam L McKay aged 68 died Friday at Jeffery Hall Hospital Quebec City after a month long illness. He previously worked on railway projects in western Canada and with Government Railways. Survived by wife and children John Frazer Oliver Donald Isabelle Ina and others. Funeral at Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev Dr Melvor with Estevan Lodge A M officials in attendance.

Jeffery Hall Hospital Quebec City Adam L. McKay McKay John Jobe Adam McKay Manitob Dundee Scotland Canada Ontario Canadian Government Railways Frazer Oliver Donald Isabelle Ina Moore Nicholson Moose Jaw Storey Glen Ewen Mains Hirsch Ing Presbyterian Church Dr. Melvor J. T. Swalwell Estevan Lodge A.M MacKay

Estevan Lodge elects officers for 1919 and plans Dec 27 installation

At the regular Estevan Lodge meeting last Friday evening officers for 1919 were appointed: F. W. Newcombe W M T. Torgeson S W W. T. Moore J W J. D. Partington Press L A Tuncan secretary. Dr F R Graham is immediate past master. Installation set for Dec 27 St John’s night. W L Eastham to open an office in Bank of Hamilton block as district superintendent for London Life Assurance Co.

Estevan Lodge F. W. Newcombe W.M T. Torgeson S.W W. T. Moore J.W J. D. Partington Press L. A. Tuncan F. R. Graham St. John’s W. L. Eastham Bank of Hamilton London Life Assurance Co

Mrs Campbell’s committee ships comforts to H M S Michael crew

This week the committee sent a base of comforts totaling 118 socks 18 woolen scarves 20 packages of smokes one pipe 63 boxes chewing gum 72 chocolate bars worth 186 dollars. Gifts include items from Mrs Bannatyne’s Na shower in July and 16 pairs socks from Mrs Jaisey’s committee, plus three sleeveless sweaters.

Matinee for Soldiers Families at 100 E

Soldiers wives mothers and children invited to Saturday matinee with invitations used in place of admission tickets. After the show a Christmas party will be held in the 1.0 D E rooms.

Rooma

St Matthew’s Christmas Tree Prize Night Planned

St Matthew’s Sunday school children will hold their annual prize distribution and Christmas tree event on Friday December 20 at 4 30 in the basement of the Presbyterian church.

St. Matthews Sunday School

Dance at Town Hall for Great War Veterans

The GWV A dance will be held at the town hall under Great War Veterans auspices. Proceeds fund furnishings for the club rooms. Gentlemen one dollar, ladies fifty cents.

Revan

Estevan Honor Roll by Mr Philip Exhibited for Unveiling

The Hover Roll shows nearly 500 Estevan and district soldiers painted on panels. Robert Philip is praised for four months of work. A public unveiling ceremony is planned when framing is completed, and the town council reviewed the exhibit Monday evening. Born at Hitchock to Mr and Mrs J A Thompson a son born December 18.

Robert Philip Estevan Philp Philip

Town Council Sifts Routine Items At Monday Meeting

The town council discussed licensing, fire insurance, and a water contract with CN R. An Orpheum theatre rebate request was deferred. A cross country railway proposal was referred to the Board of Trade. An emergency hospital grant sought and other correspondence reviewed.

C. D.E Orpheum Theatre N. J. Lockhart C.N.R Broadview Estevan Melville Yorkton LePas Board of Trade Robert Dunbar M.L.A Regina Chas. F. Roland Canadian Reconstruction Aesociation Falkner George Parkinson Rodgers Rodgers Etter Wheatley Rooks Hildred Waggoner Murray

Estevan Agricultural Society Elects Officers and Addresses Debt

In the town hall last Friday the Estevan Agricultural Society elected officers led by president Jas A Smith aided by Art Pierce as vice president. The meeting discussed a deficit of 34 and a bank note of 1500 with an overdraft and considered carrying the debt for a year while Garner offered to stay on with pay increased from 200 to 400. Nearly fifty directors were appointed from town and country with a four member board to be named at the next meeting.

Veteran Board of Trade Chamber of Commerce Perkin Returned Soldiers Welcome & Aid League Dev Round Chamber Porter J.H C Torgeson E J. Campbell L. J. Robb Colin A. Manlove J. E. Loughlin L. J. Morrie C. Smith W. J. Perkins Teese Board of Trade Estevan Agricultural Society E. W. Garner Reeve Hill Agricultural Society W. J. Jacques Garner Jas. A. Smith Art Pierce Pierce Mr. Smith Ed. Rooney, Jr Sec

Patriot Easterbrook Returns As Iron Duke In Town

A familiar figure arrives Friday, George Easterbrook known as the Iron Duke. He served nearly two years in the Canadian Army Service Corps, has seen England, and lately has been stationed at Calgary. At 45 he is noted for his health and active spirit. The Progress welcomes Patriot Easterbrook, a butcher by trade whose army work influenced meat supplies and rations.

George Canadian Army Service Corps England Calgary Easterbrook

Arbitration Over Grain Sale Before Judge Duncan

A lengthy arbitration case heard last evening before P. C. Duncan involved grain sold by Fishtrom for Morris. Arbitrator A. Manlove represented Morris and A. J. O Connor represented Fishtrom. The panel worked until 1 am without a decision.

P. C. Duncan Fishtrom Morris A. Manlove A. J. O'Connor

Also Mentioned on This Page

the Board of Trade Annual Meeting CC. Smith Middle West Are Trade Brandon West Carnduff Socil Ottawa Tremblay Bridge Gladys Scott Mrs. Dunnell Winnipeg Victoria B. C Red Cross News Iy Ieder, A. Bbp Ie Leader Store Irvine's Drug Store Adam MacKay D.E. News St. Matthew's Gw.v.a. Dance Hitchcock J. A. Thompson J. A. Seuith G. Easterbrook Reterns
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