12 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Grenfell Sun
Location
Grenfell, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Feb 12, 1914
Page
1
Scattered phrases mention Gleote fivet and thint Mondays plus names Gleote and Ranger 45. References to A. Lein and Kmarttonis, a president and secretary, and a Bowser in connection with cows and a Percetagge herd. Likely a damaged civic or farm record with unclear details.
Fragmented text shows pricing notes for various goods and services in garbled form. Entries mention wheat at per bushel and other items with unclear quantities, prices, and brands, plus stray names and numbers.
In the district a transport plan seeks a broad sale of goods and services amid local interest in rail and road logistics. Officials aim to gauge public response to proposed routes and potential impacts on commerce and daily life.
A fragmented notice advertises a purebred heifer for sale and a lost black gown with white threads and scarf. It requests identification and contact via George Anderson and M P McLallan with dates unspecified. The text mentions a horse harness and sample at offices, reflecting miscellaneous classified items.
Boarders desired. Apply at the Hen Office for stray information about a large wrecked end white painter dug. Last seen with Mr Astor. Any helps appreciated. 4 Haws.
Special contribution notes Saint Valentine as a presbyter beheaded under Claudius. By 1476 England observed Valentine draws among friends, pairing mates by lot. Folk verses and ceremonies described include holly boy and ivy girl, with marriage by chance later evolving into mock freedom of choice and a lottery-like tradition.
Grain Growers' Notes invites parties with horses to come forward to inspect and purchase on air. Send complete descriptions and prices to the Grain Growers Association secretary A. Richartheon. Included are a Shorthorn cow or heifer, a non thoroughbred stallion ten years old, and a Clyde stallion six years old guaranteed.
Advertisement for two young Clydesdale horses offered for sale. Details include one stallion nearing three years and another two years old, claimed to be from Extee Finn Morya lineage. Contact BUWARD ADAMS at Groufelt wine for viewing and purchase.
A reader from Wolseley criticizes Mr Walshaw for remarks on Watseiny and urges ratepayers to attend the burial ward meeting and demand accountability. The letter endorses reform candidates and cautions against antiquated road plans while praising modern expertise in municipal governance.
Kelowna Record reports Mayor Jones addressed a school opening with a world map backdrop. He tested students by naming immigrant origins and prompted a joke answer that sparked laughter and a brief hush as a shrill exclamation echoed through the room.
First meeting of 1914 with trustees newly elected replacing Rosborough Claxton and Adame. Brooks seated as chair after amendment. Saper reappointed secretary treasurer and train officer with salary. monthly meetings set in secretary's office. principal to collect high school fees by quarter end. sale of changelow to Nivel ratified for 200 dollars with 100 cash and notes due May 1 1914 at 7 percent interest.
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