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Newspaper
Grenfell Sun
Location
Grenfell, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Oct 25, 1917
Page
2
A damaged OCR fragment mentions thefts including an overcoat and goods. It notes a search in Indian Head End and a man possibly involved, with a car travel element and ongoing investigation. No clear names or dates are readable, but the text implies a police or district inquiry.
A government seed distribution plan aims to supply winter wheat spring wheat and barley to Canadian farmers. Central Peru Ottawa oversees applications for free grain samples and fertilizer materials.
Publicity aims to inform citizens about the Military Service Act as newspapers and magazines across the country carry the message. The effort, a historic first in Canada, highlights the act's fairness and broad growth in coverage nationwide.
Church notes record sedition whispers and sermon details at Craigford Greenfield. Reverend John Leech Porter in charge with anniversary services planned. Preachers include Dr Elliott and Rev Nixons. Attendance for late Sunday service and youth fund events noted. newcomers asked to attend.
Ottawa council endorses a price control on breakfast foods in original twenty pound packages and bans sale or offer of these items until a specified date. The measure restricts weight, origin foods from wheat to rice, and may allow small package sales to ease stock. Separate item notes the death of John Duan, longtime Extishere district resident.
The text surveys the Chautauqua movement highlighting its growth, social reach, and aims. It notes how attendees engaged in lectures and cultural offerings, expanding beyond local communities to include Canada and the United States. It cites aims of moral improvement and civic education through public assemblies.
Fragmentary wartime editorial urging rationing and unity. It cites Prime Minister Lloyd George and Italy in food policy talks, mentions American markets and Canadian actions, and hints at party realignments within Meekatchewam with Liberal and Conservative divisions.
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