Road Diversion Causes Discussion
Minutes of the Estevan council 1918 discuss diversion at Stone Crossing, crossing plans, and compensation for land use. Actions cover weed destruction charges, insurance of farm land, and Department of Highways surveys for diversions and a bridge approach.
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The
K. M. of
Estevan
Rutherford Amt
Kinentethleon
Venne
Murphy
Evate
Council of Diversion
Weet
McDonald’s
Kincade and Moon
Reddeman
Kincade
Tofu Pridge
Short Creek
Verne and
Oleon
Department of Highways
Langen
Three More Estevan Soldiers Fall in France Toll
The latest casualty reports from Estevan list Private Albert Henry Harrison and Private Frank Kline killed on August 31. Private William Gilbert Brookes, wounded in France, had prior illness in England and returned to service with the 152nd after convalescence. Henry Smith, brother of George Smith, also dies overseas after serving three years with the 12th Canadian Field Ambulance.
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France
Estevan
Albert Henry Harrison
Frank Kline
William Gilbert Brookes
Wiliam Brookes
Pound Farm
Canadian General Hospital
Leporte
England
152Nd
Harrison
Duncan Co
George Parkinson's
Regina
Three Branca Trains a Week On Newtopie Sub-division
The tri weekly service on the Newtopie sub division has been relief to the public along the line. It is presumed the schedule will continue during the grain shipping season. During the summer it has been running twice a week.
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Ia Net
Real fussy dance announced for Sept 27 at Mrs Yardley’s
A group of young ladies burst into the office and urged us to tell the public about a real fussy dance in Mrs Yardley’s circle at the town hall on September 27. More details will follow next week. If you want to learn what a fussy dance is you’ll need to attend.
No Noticeable Decrease in Use of Gasoline
Local garages report little drop in gasoline sales on the opening day of a shooting season and Sunday driving. Garage men caution restraint while noting higher use for tractor work. government may impose card allowances if voluntary curtailment fails.
All Honor to Estevan Women Backing Troops Remembrance Drive
The Estevan R.C.S. Noble Band and local women organized efforts to support the troops in the trenches. They planned and worked to send remembrances of home and relief to the wounded, with annual year-end reports dated September 30.
Red Cross Society Reflects on Year of Service and Loss
Estevan Red Cross Society reports a busy year with 410 members, $13 485 in cash, and multiple junior branches and auxiliaries. The document honors volunteers, notes three deaths, praises editors and theatres for support, and urges continued war relief efforts and unity.
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Red Cross
D. Bannatyne
Fair Grounds
Ashley
Galloway
Minnie Pierce
The
Gertrude Rodgers
Mrs Fisher Honored For Loyal Service To Local Unit
The Progress notes Mrs C F Fisher as secretary of the RC S chapter, lauded for two years of hard work. She managed letters and duties, balancing home life with volunteer leadership and expresses pride in standing by the men in their hour of suffering.
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Gertrude Rodgers
Red Chian Society
Officers for 1918 Group List
Honorable President Mrs G B Rooks 1st Vice Mrs F Wheatley 2nd Mrs McHattie Recording Sec Mrs J Clark Treasurer Mrs Mathison Assistant Treasurer Mrs Jevons Buying Committee Mrs Rooks Mrs J Clark Cutting Out Committee Mrs Dow Mrs Jevons Packing Committee Mrs Johnson Mr O Hanley Mrs Jeffery Convenor of Social Affairs Mrs J A McLeod Convenor of Rooms Mrs Wheatley Returned Work Mrs Jeffery Work for Rooms Mrs A L McKay Look Out Committee Mrs Mathison une on a ¢eg agent See AC HuM Pliside Mee Jevons Milne Reb McIvor Campbell or Bars Samage cam Newcombe Gallaway Mesdames Mathison McLeod Robb
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G. B. Rooks
F. Wheatley
McHattie
J. Clark
J. A. McLeod
Wheatley
Jeffery
A. L. McKay
Mathison
Jevons
Estevan Red Crow workers support soldiers with annual report
In a year end note the Estevan Red Crow workers pledge aid to sick and wounded soldiers. They describe continued energy, material support, and weekly sewing meetings held every Wednesday except during the bazaar period.
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Estevan Red Crow
Service Society Highlights War Effort And Community Aid
A summary of Estevan Red Cross activities details annual growth from 75 to 310 members with 104 life members, and various monthly schemes from November bazaar to February fundraisers. Donations to St Chad's Hospital Regina and Qu'Appelle Sanitarium, along with Christmas stockings and supplies totaling 1418.45 dollars, supported military hospitals and returned soldiers.
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Vimy Ridge
St. Chad's Military Hospital
Regina
Estevan
Red Cross
Red Cros
Sisters of Mercy
Moose Jaw Military Hospital
Qu'Appelle Sanitarium
Moose Jaw
United Sunday Schools
Hendry
Baga
Town Hall
St. Dunstan's Hospital
Central Behe
Valley View
Hillside
Queen Rose
Nygren
Shand
Roche Percee
Tav'orton
Rhasmuseen
Taylorton
Range View
Memorial Service for Albert Harrison by Modern Woodmen
The Modern Woodmen of America announce a memorial service in the town wall on Sunday Sept 24 at 3 30 pm for Albert Henry Harrison killed in action on August Silat 1YIS Members and visiting members should assemble at 2 45 at the large rooms 4th Street to parade J CLARK Consul L J TAYLOR Clerk The Irish stew supper by Mrs P C Duncan circle of the 10 D E was well received Mrs McLean from Weyburn rehearses a pantomime The Queen s Sceptre and Jolly Jack Are
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Albert Henry Harrison
4Th Street
J. Clark
L. J. Taylor
Man Found Shot Near Macoun In Frontier Case
Geore W Armstrong was found dead near Macoun with a .22 rifle nearby. Dr. Mitchell noted a bullet wound in the right temple and a post mortem showed the bullet deflected into the brain. Investigations by Corporal McRae aim to determine murder or self harm. A watch, jackknife and a pear were found in the car.
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Mitchell
Macoun
Geore W. Armstrong
J. Atkins
Walter McGregor
Corporal McRae
Estevan
Premier Martins Visit to Estevan Discusses War Effort
Premier Martin spoke to Estevan schoolchildren and a public audience about his England and France visit and the wartime work of voluntary Canadian subscriptions. He described sights from the Grand Fleet and Vickers Maxim works and noted the harsh, loud reality near the guns, praising those who endured.
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1.C. C.E
Martin
Orpheum Theatre
England
France
Grand Fleet
Vickers Maxim
Eplentid
Great Britaan
Lady Teachers Stock Wheat at Evenden Farm
A group of school teachers in neat attire stocked about forty acres of William Evenden's farm on Saturday morning. They assisted with the work, noting fewer curses at the thistles and burrs, and aimed to support The Progress.
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William Evenden
Interesting Letter From Island Guam
A letter from Artie Wagoner, a former Estevan boy and U S Marine instructor in Guam, recounts the July 6 typhoon that devastated Agana. He describes rescuing children, the ruined police station, coconut trees crashing through buildings, flooding up to his knees, rationing for 200 families, martial law, and his later rifleman qualification. He hopes to return home and tell his mother more details someday.
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Artie Waggoner
Estevan Boy
U.S. Marine Corps
Guam
San Juan
United States
Artie Wagoner
U.S. Marines
Agana
Estevan
Army Hot Appeal Supports Frontline Comfort Drive
The appeal raises funds for aid to soldiers with a Knights of Columbus focus. L. J. Robb serves as Secretary-treasurer guiding the effort towards comforting men at the front this week.
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Knights of Columbus
Army
L. J. Robb
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C. Tremblay
Diverson
Stone Crossing
Tremblay
Campbell
Ko Coon
Theecatter
VT Monte
Calivitur
Kincade Amd Leon
Evane
R.m.no. 5
P. F. John
E. W. Dunn
Pangman
Chas
Jora Venne
Avi Murphy
Wild Land Tax Commissioner
Department of Agriculture
Western Front
Branca
Estevan, Sask
Richard Lake
Lady Lake
H.C. Pope
Modern Woodmen of America
P. C. Duncan
10.D.E
George Armstrong
Goodwater
Milne
Hh. Glen
Styles
F. W
Island
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