Citizens Hospital Aid League formed to aid influenza victims
In a Monday town hall meeting Mayor Milne presided over the Citizens Hospital Aid League planning to care for influenza patients. A call went to all citizens to volunteer and report availability to the secretary at the town hall.
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Milne
Wylie
Citizens Hospital Aid League
Town Hall
Nance Downing
Elizaveth Rogers
Miss Lee
Mesers
Milné
Ellis
G Palkner
Taisey
Henne
Death of Mrs Matthews After Seven Day Illness
Georgina Matthews wife of Mr Q J Matthews living four miles east of town died Wednesday evening after a seven day illness at Mrs Weatovers hospital aged 36. Born in Benson Minnesota she had lived in Canada fifteen years and came to the farm two years ago from Macoun district. Five children aged fourteen to three and her husband mourn her loss as the funeral and Estevan cemetery burial were held Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgina
Q.J. J. Matthews
Estevan
Two Estevan Ladies Die After Illness Weekend
Early Saturday morning Mrs Kenneth McCrae died after a two week illness marked by brief recoveries. She was 26 and leaving a husband and four year old daughter Jean. Funeral was private due to influenza with Rev. Dr. Melvor conducting the service.
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Kenneth McCrae
Jean
Melvor
McCrae
Death of Mrs Falkner After Illness and Childbirth
Mrs L J Falkner died at 1 a m after a week long illness two or three days after giving birth. She was about 32 years old and lived here nine years. Survived by husband two sons Donald and Spencer and a baby girl. Funeral held privately due to influenza. Rev conducted service. J Fulkhier extends sympathy. Mrs Lee, her mother from Dodgeville Wis, will stay indefinitely. Pallbearers listed as J Vancenines Mr Snider A Sion 3 Fein J R.
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L. J Falkner
J. Fulkhier
Lee
Falkner
Dodgyille
Wis
J. Vance
Snider
A. Sion
Fein
J. R
Morin Child Dies After Short Illness
The two year old son of Mr and Mrs F Morin died last Saturday from dysentery and was buried in Estevan cemetery.
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F. Morin
Estevan
Canadian Army flash point at Amiens record set
Mike Roche writes from the front noting a successful Amiens attack that set a record then breached the Wotan line. He, and Canadian troops, faced severe shelling and bombs while aiding wounded, with two close calls and miraculous escapes. Sergt Gent and Charlie Johnston from Estevan visited his hospital. It is his seventh month at the front.
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Mike Roche
Seb Smith
Amiens
Mike
Sergt. Gent
Charlie Johnston
Estevan
Town Converts Private Residence Into Influenza Ward
Town decides to rent Mrs Hodgson’s Second street residence for 200 dollars a month to house influenza patients with school teachers as volunteers. Lieut Hill returns from the States and Red Cross meetings in North Dakota and Minnesota are canceled, with efforts to resume in November if the flu allows. The Culbert family, once struck by influenza, are improving.
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Lieut. Hill
Red Cross
North Dakota
Minnesota
Pay Your Taxes and Save the Discount
The current year's taxes on town property paid before month end will receive a 2 percent discount. Arrears have been paid to about 30 percent, and many parcels are expected to be redeemed by the tax sale date.
Together We Stand The Bond Of Brotherhood In Our Community
A Presbyterian Church sermon emphasizes unity and shared duty during hardship. It praises collective efforts across denominations, noting teachers doctors and volunteers binding the community in a common service to overcome recent trials. W. F. Melvor signs the message.
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Melvor
Boost for Estevan Victory Loan Drives Local Canvass
The Estevan district launches the 1918 Victory Loan with a full canvass targeting every man woman and child to buy bonds. Local leaders report strong pledges with prospects of $8000 to $10,000 and urge rapid signups to back the war effort and hasten victory.
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Estevan
Canada
Porta
Auto Meeting Indefinitely Postponed by Epidemic
Estevan Motor League postponed its Tuesday evening gathering due to the epidemic. Further notice will announce the new date. President George Falkner offers a handsome membership badge for $1.25, designed to bolt to a car radiator.
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Estevan Motor League
George Falkner
Tohewan Motor League
Extevan
Masks at Edmonton Polls and Streetcars
At the polling booth in Edmonton the scrutineer F W Newcombe wore a mask to guard against germs. Edmonton passengers on streetcars are required to wear masks or cannot ride.
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L. A. Duncan
F. W. Newcombe
Edmonton
Popular Baseball Player Clarence Grina Dies
Estevan fans mourn the death of Clarence Grina a former pitcher for Estevan who played several hard fought games before the war disrupted rosters. He was killed in an accident while tending a gasoline engine his arm broken and his head injured he died after living about thirty minutes. Grina was well known on both sides of the border and his death sparks sympathy for his relatives.
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Clarence Grina
Estevan
Grina
Estevan By-Election Result.
Influenza dampened campaigning as Liberal organization held strong in Estevan. T. M. Bryce hustled for rural votes while town activity was minimal. Returns coming in by telephone show a large Liberal majority despite the Liberal candidate's limited public appearances.
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T. M. Bryce
Subscribers urged to renew The Progress subscription
The notice reminds readers that The Progress costs have risen but the price remains $1.50. It urges prompt renewal to cover growing production costs and protect the newspaper’s small profit margin. It warns that widespread delays could delay funds and stresses paying now will ease concerns.
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Beter
Malcolm Douglas Dies After Influenza Illness
TheProgress reports the death of Malcolm Douglas after influenza. He lived here for years and served as night police. He served in France and in the Canadian navy and originated from England. He was a member of Estevan Orange Lodge and known for his smart appearance and health. Citizens express sincere sympathy for his sons.
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Malcolm Douglas
France
England
Estevan Orange Lodge
Malcolm
Malcolm Douglan
Doctor Bromley Returns to Duty After Illness
After nearly a week of influenza illness, Dr. Bromley resumes duty attending numerous patients. He can be reached at his office by phone 36 for appointments or urgent care.
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Bromley
Marienthal Notes Prompt Prose On Idle Days And Illness
The Marienthal correspondent laments lack of news yet spots a few items. A resident’s escapade and mule talk hint at renewed local chatter while meetings in Marientha district are canceled. The Tannis Zimmernan and Kuntz families face illness, and Mrs. Ole Tenold travels to Des Moines for a sick son at the training camp.
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Marienthal
Marientha
Fla
Tannas
Zimmernans
Emanuel Kuntz
Peter Tannis
Jim Drader
Victory Loan Drive Commences Monday
Victory Loan Dominion Executive met to decide on whether to postpone the drive due to influenza. They unanimously chose to proceed as scheduled, citing immediate war funding needs, uncertain epidemic trajectories, and weather risks. Telegraphed surveys from provinces mostly support continuing with full steam ahead.
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Victory Loan Dominion Executive
R. Hood
United States Liberty
van Drive
Public Meeting Postponed and Council Minutes Highlight Actions
The council minutes for October 16, 1918 show postponement of the R. M. Public Meeting. Reeve Rutherford and Councillors discuss ratepayer meetings, crossing inspection, lumber for McDonald bridge, well boring at Hitchcock, tax sale date change to November 14, and tax cancellation for land leased to Kolf Larsen. An application by Joseph Phaneuf to pay a hospital bill for his boy is noted.
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Reeve Rutherford
Olson
Kincade
Venne
Chamney
Murphy
Evans
Crs
N.E
Chamney and Kincade
McDonald Bridge
W. Redaeman
Hitchcock
Cra. Chameer
Drs Evans
W. W. Cain
F. Miller
Crs. Murphy
H. Westergaard
N. EK
W. 2Nd
Cre. Chamney
Cr. Evans
Department of Municipal Affairs
Kolf Larsen
Drs. Kincade
Carrien
Joseph Phaneuf
Death of Roche Percee Soldier Hoehne in England
Pte. Elmer Emil Hoehne, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoehne, died of broncho pneumonia on Oct. 16 at Bramshott Military Hospital in England. He was drafted May 7 and left for England with the 106th Saskatchewan Draft. A memorial service will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in Forest Glen School House.
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Henry Hoehne
Pte
Elmer Emil Hoehne
Bramshott Military Hospital
England
Saskatchewan
P. J. John
H. Schiapkoh
E. C. Morine
Arthur
Willie
Roy Hoeline
Forest Glen
Doctors migrate to fight epidemic in Winnipeg area
Dr. McKenzie of Winnipeg teams with Major Creighton during the epidemic. Dr. J Creighton, previously dangerously ill, shows improvement. Dr. Morrow from Fort William arrived to assist with the rising caseload and will work with the doctors alongside Dr. Jack Creighton who also arrived to help here.
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McKenzie
Winnipeg
Creighton
J. Creighton
Morrow
Fort William
Dra
Jack Creighton
Visiting with Mim Teases in Turbulent Times
A fragmentary note describes a visit with Mim during a period of unrest. Vague phrases hint at a gate entanglement and a tense mood as conversations unfold. No clear names or events emerge from the readable text.
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Citizens Aid Committee To Fight
Mrs. Matthews
L. J. Falkner
Morin
Hodgson
T. H. Culbert
Presbyterian Church
Victory Loan Committee
T. Torgeson
J. Eastham
P.C. Duncan
DBD
C. Dunbar
E. J. Campbell
H. T. Halliwell
R.C. Kilney
J. B. Loughlin
A. F. Milne
L. Morris
W. J. Perkins
P. W. Newcombe
E. R. Wylie
Wm. Yardley
Simpson Shaw
John J. Hill
Gainaboro
Neil Fox
H. H. Galloway
Alameda
Jas. MreCrindle
J. K. Thurlby
Glen Ewen
A. H. Foulds
Robi. Young
Liberal
Grits
Maj
Dunbar Bryce
Roche Perce
Wood End
Dale
Hagan
Outrim
Torquay
Kural
Isil
Bienfatt
Taylorton Ll
Hirseh
Kingsford
Mizpah
Hitcheok
Gilberton
Waite
Macoun
Cote
Mooney
Landean Il A
Steelman
Sinclar
Lampman Iin
Grimes
Benson
Viewfield
White Rock
Midale
Halbrite
Hillside A
Uryce
Duntar
L. A. Dancana
GovSeneral
Dr. Bromley
Bulwer Lytton
Dominion
R. M
Ole Tremblay
Roche Percee
Elmer Hoehne
Bramshott
Forest Glee School
Mim
Teuey
Taisey Sn
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