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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1914
Page
5
AN life memberships and yearly subscriptions are increased to 50.00. Unpaid subscriptions toward the building fund of Hamicta General Hospital must be paid promptly to reduce the overdraft at the bank and settle accounts.
The notice warns that overheated and defective pipes cause many fires and that gasoline is more dangerous than gunpowder and more explosive than cotton. It also cites electric irons left with current on as a common fire source and urges teaching children fire protection.
A wedding occurred December 11 1914 at Copeland’s residence Arrow River district with Beatrice A Copeland daughter of Mr and Mrs Tous Copeland the bride wore a white gown and carried white lily blossoms. Rev Mr Bied officiated and the ceremony was witnessed by Millie A Johnson and William Copeland the bride’s brother.
The article warns of annual Christmas fires in Canada and urges careful use of lights and decorations. It stresses that trees are highly inflammable and recommends underlay under carpeted floors, quick action to smother flames, and accessible extinguishers. Public gatherings should have extra precautions and clear exits.
The article notes authorities push to collect poll taxes from those who do not pay property taxes, arguing on households and justice. It highlights that some involved believe the issue is moot but anticipate authorities will pursue full collection, potentially affecting many residents.
Rail network across Ontario Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta and British Columbia lists stations between Fort William and West Ontario to end of line. Freight and passenger services are described with emphasis on route connections and regional hubs.
Christmas period runs December 22 1914 to January 2 1915 inclusive. New Year window covers December 30 1914 to January 1 1915. Final return limit set for Monday January 4 1915.
The item lists Sunday morning and evening services for the Church of England Zion Methodist and Knox Presbyterian churches. It notes Holy Communion on the first Sunday at 1 a.m., Sunday school times, preaching, and contact details for Rev. Wood Rev. Sami East and BE Turkington, including phone numbers.
Trustees list for Wards 1 2 and 3 includes B R McNaught J Murray and J H Houck with chairman roles. Committees cover Buildings Van and Van Routes Grounds and New Building with assignations to Atkinson Fraser Houck Delbridge and Nairn as secretary treasurer.
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