Memorial tribute for Private Cyril Hedd 52nd Battalion
Estevan remembers Private Cyril Edward Hedd of the 52nd Battalion who died of consumption after wartime service in France and hospital transfers. His funeral was held at the Maurer residence with Methodist church services and a graveside salute by soldiers. The community and hospital friends contributed funds and flowers, and a photograph will be sent to his mother in Whittlesea England.
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Fetevan
France
Cyril Edward Hedd
52Nd Battalion
England
Sth
Canada
Kees Park
Moose Jaw
Estevan
Kier
Pres. Morgan
Johnson
Hogman
Slous
Derrien
Koas Hospital
Lloyd
Pte
A. Murray
McLean
Rudd
Noss Hospital
Bucklee
C.D.E
Edmondson
W. Maurer
Haselhan
Whittlesea
Cambs, Eng
Resolution of Appreciation by Estevan G W V A Branch
At a meeting in the council chamber on July 17 the Estevan branch of the G W V A passed a resolution expressing keen appreciation to Major Smith Lieut Edmondson and Mayor Milne for their interest and kind consideration in the air of the organization.
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Estevan
Council Chamber
Mem
Major Smith
Lieut. Edmondson
Milne
Commissioner Sowton Delivers War Lessons at Salvation Army Citadel
Sunday afternoon Commissioner Sowton gave a lecture on Some Lessons of the War at the Salvation Army citadel accompanied by Major Coombs of Regina. Despite the heat, his talk held the audience for over an hour as he drew on Salvation Army work in Norway Sweden India and South Africa. J Thom formerly with Rumley Co and later Weyburn joined the Royal Flying Corps and visited town after a Toronto posting. He looks well and hopes to go overseas.
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Sowton
Salvation Army
Major Coombs
Regina
Norway
Sweden
India
South Africa
J. Thom
the Rumely Co
Weyburn
Royal Flying Corps
Toronto
Interesting Letter From Arthur Mohr At Napier Barracks
A correspondent at Napier Barracks Shorncliffe England describes a large Canadian Cavalry Training Depot setup with mixed units including the CAMC and RNWMP troops. He notes camaraderie with Estevan residents Bruce Duncan and Ab Logan, a brother in training Maurice, and requests The Progress newspaper be sent weekly to maintain home news while censored details limit disclosure.
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Napier Barracks
Shorncliffe
Eng
RN. W.M P
Estevan
Shortcliffe
C.A.M.C
Maurice
R.N.W M.P
Cpl. Besant
Mounted Police
Strathconas
Canadian Light Horse
Fire Alarm Sparks Kitchen Chimney Blaze at Clarendon
A flash fire erupted in the chimney of the Clarendon kitchen range on Tuesday at 11 30. Firefighters and locals rushed to the scene as Jake Krivel climbed the roof and Curly Adams passed water jugs from a top window. George Wickiow used Pyrene extinguishers while another man poured salt down the chimney. Inside, the cook calmly continued roasting, unfazed by the nearby commotion.
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Clarendon
Jake Krivel
Curly’’ Adams
George Wickiow
Methodist Church Hosts Rev J W Aikina Sunday
At the Methodist church Rev J W Aikina will speak Sunday morning on What to Remember and at 7 p m on The Battlefield of Two Religions Sunday school follows the morning service.
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J. W. Aikina
Babes in the Woods Tops Orpheum Friday and Saturday
The Orpheum presents William Fox’s Babes in the Woods as Friday and Saturday's kiddies feature. The film, adapting a classic fairy tale, is praised as a masterful photo fantasy loved by adults and children alike and noted for its substantial cost and quality.
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The
Orpheum
William Fox
England
Europe
Notice to redeem Victory Bonds at Bank of B N A
Persons lacking Victory Bonds must call at the Bank of B N A promptly after publication of this notice to obtain them. Early attention is requested.
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Bank of B.N.A
End of Chautauqua Celebration and Cleanup
After the final Chautauqua performance last week a crew pulled down the tents and prepared them for shipment. The chair praised the workers and the committee organized a lunch at Palace Cafe with I. Green staying open to accommodate them. The group praised the event and pledged to return next year, especially noting A. M. Taisey for leadership and L. J. Morris as secretary.
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Palace Cafe
I. Green
Chautauqua Committee
Mr. Graff
Jim Dean
A. M. Taisey
L. J. Morris
Mrs A E Mackay to Lead Saturday Supper
Announcing that Mrs A E Mackay’s committee will oversee rooms next Saturday July 20 with a supper served from 5 to 7 p.m. at the event location.
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C.E
Mra A E MacKay
Old Higby Hill Makes Brief Town Appearance
A restless figure named Bill Higby Hill appeared briefly in town this week and vanished without a trace. Residents recall him as a desperate character who caused nervous whispers, seen peering into a bank window with a slouched hat before heading back to “Dirty Ditch” to await a new opportunity.
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Higby Hill
Bill
Boy defaces Kaiser effigy to promote film display
A Kaiser effigy placed on a street to advertise a motion picture was punched by a small boy who pressed his fist against it until nearly exhausted. The incident occurred on Monday and drew attention to the promotional stunt.
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The
Cemetery plot set aside for returned soldiers consecrated
The council set aside a cemetery plot for returning soldiers and consecrated it yesterday during the burial of late Private Rudd, led by Chaplain Bucklee. Estevan Fair runs August 8 9 10, promising entertainment for all ages.
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Council For Returned Soldiers
Bucklee
Pte
Rudd
Big Attractions for Estevan Fair Show vaudeville acts and parade
Estevan fair will feature platform attractions including acrobats and trick cyclists with original stunts. Secretary Garner, returning from Edmonton, says top acts have been booked and a 24 piece brass band will perform during the fair. A merry go round pleases youths and a business men's parade with floats and decorated autos will be an important event with about fifty cars participating.
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Garner
Edmonton
Marriage of Lewis Ryan and Harriet Becket in Jubilee
The marriage of Lewis John Ryan of Vancouver British Columbia and Harriet Elaine Becket of Estevan was performed by Rev J W Aikine at the Methodist parsonage on Jub 16.
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Lewis John Ryan
Vancouver BC
Harriet Elaine Becket
Estevan
J. W. Aikine
Methodist
Baptist Ladies Aid Sale at Partington Bute Store
The Baptist Ladies Aid schedules a home cooking sale on Saturday July 27 at the Partington Bute Store. Ice cream will be available in the afternoon and evening.
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The
Baptist Ladies Aid
Partington Bute
Ice Crean
Town Council Debates Rates and Tax Exemptions After War Anniversary
After a three week gap the council met to discuss light rates for the Orpheum Theatre and popcorn machine power costs. Requests for tax exemptions for Hillside property and for a widow with sons in the army were referred to committees. Police receipts, patrol plans, and a central phone link to the power plant were outlined as plans to improve town services. The meeting included discussion of commemorating the war’s fourth anniversary.
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Newcombe
Orpheum Theatre
A. F E. McCormack
Power and Light Committee
Aspenlieder
Matt Poos
Hartley
Hillside
France
Shannon
Proyer
Garland
Chautauqua Guests Dine With Local Members
A post concert gathering followed last Friday's Chau chauqua event in Estevan. About fifty Ellison White System delegates attended a luncheon at the International hotel. Speakers included Herbeman on community development and Stern of the Chauquas system praising local support for visiting lecturers and artists. Miss Bromfield credited gatherings for inspiring continuing Chautauqua lectures.
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International Hotel
Herbeman
Stern
Estevan
Miss Bromfield
New Zealand
War Veterans Plan to Have Home
Estevan branch of the Great War Veterans met in the council chamber with Captain Bucklee Major Smith Lieut Edmondson and visitors from Moose Jaw hospital. They discussed securing quarters for meetings and winter activities and a possible memorial tablets project for Estevan soldiers.
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Estevan
Captain Bucklee
Major Smith
Edmondson
Moose Jaw Hospital
Bucklee
Moose Jaw
Association
Alao
Estevan Red Cross Drive Pledges Not Collected
PLEDGES not collected totals 18.65 as Estevan Red Cross Drive results appear with D Bannatyne Lampman Ferr noted for tomorrow.
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Estevan Red Cross
D. Bannatyne
Lampman Ferr
Estevan Rural Council Minutes July 1918 Actions
Estevan Rural Council discusses consent for Estevan Motor Club to enter Road Drag Competition on east side of 34-2-8 and 4-3-8, leases for right of way across Tremblay land, roadwork contacts in Division 4, seed grain distribution costs, and rate setting. Also notes weed control, inspections, and a July 20 weed seeds course in Estevan.
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J. Smith
Estevan Motor Club
Evans and
Venne
A. Garneau
Ole Tremblay
Stone Crossing
Brown
Chamney
Evans
Tremblay
Stone
Murphy
Learried
Olson
Warner
It of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Estevan
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pfe. Rudd
Ross Hospital
W. Bucklee
Commissioner Sowton
Arthur Mohr
Mans
Freman
Moving Picture Masterpiece
Estevan Fair
Estevan Branch
G.W.W.A
Lieut. Hill
Hed Cross Society
United States
H T. Haliwell
Hill
W. McKlvenny
T. H. Kelly
Estevan Rural Council
Reeve Rutherford
Kincade
Auto Club Road
Kivans
Chamney and
A. E. Pierce
Haseard
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