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Newspaper
Grenfell Sun
Location
Grenfell, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Sep 20, 1917
Page
8
A 1917 news item discusses women's voting rights and poll tax issues. It notes women may gain equal voting power, questions why they were not taxed, and calls readers to check voter lists and subscribe to The See for the year's balance.
Reader notes from Heemon and Wolseley fairs show high enthusiasm among children and parents with a plan for more events centered in Grenfell. however local interest waned and the proposed exhibition did not occur. Reports also praise rural schools, recount soldiers seeking aid for a Regina home, and question government funding and wartime training policies.
The text discusses wartime governance issues including a proposed franchise for citizens, potential resignations as war ends, and a push for a regulated wheat price. It also mentions Canadian attitudes on venereal disease, Toronto women favoring limited franchise, and a consumers’ group addressing vegetable costs and retail logistics.
Fragmentary notice discusses framing a man at forty with masterful work. It mentions new futures, perseverance, and a call to apply, though most details are unclear due to damaged text.
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