22 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
Lloydminster Times
Location
Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Apr 22, 1915
Page
1
The Alberta Legislature last week debated a bill to create a public utilities commission. James R. Lowery of Lloydminster delivered a leading speech on the provincial telephone system, arguing the current approach cost the province millions and critiquing expediency.
Mr. Lowery argues that every dollar of revenue in the Alberta telephone department costs $1.21 to government. He notes 1913 as a year of election and high expenditure, with thousands of poles bought at high prices. He claims excessive long distance charges stem from construction costs and overhead, and suggests a sinking fund would take 200 years to replace the system.
At the session members of the Sanitare 5 pay tribute to Mr Low for his handsome monogram and recognition of his services to the ML. Lee added a distinct note to his colleagues as the session concluded.
The missive recounts council turmoil over By-Law No. 1 with talk of replacing it using Bulletin No. 6 as a model. It notes potential resignations, remarks by Mr Young of McDonaldville supporting herd law, and lively讨论 about Free Range districts amid social friction and upcoming meetings.
Mr P H Harper of Toronto, visiting last week, praised the district’s breezy optimism and strong educational outlook. He has taught in Toronto for many years and plans a Western tour, expressing ardent interest in returning.
French aerial raid on German positions proves costly for the enemy as British and Canadian troops press another major offensive. Forefront fighting shows Allied air and ground effort affecting supply depots and troop momentum.
The Saskatchewan Government will import pure bred cattle this year on similar terms to last year. Creamery patrons and prospective patrons may access stock on easy terms. Pure bred bulls will be available on 25 percent cash basis instead of 60 percent. For details contact Harold Huxley, Secretary of the Agricultural Society.
The local swimming club held its annual meeting in Wool's Hall on Monday evening with few members present. Seven members attended the meeting including A Miller C B Moxley J Olsen L Barber W Huggins and R W Neely. Officers urged broad cooperation and announced a one dollar season fee payable to secretary Westcombe to boost Mile Lake activities and enrollment.
The statement reports a season total of 0 with expenditures of $252.20. Liabilities amount to $21.10 and assets total $29.20, indicating a net resource position described in the document.
A note from Oxville reports a protest by Mre Robert MacKay against material appearing in Notes Dina last week. It accuses the publication of an inappropriate matrimony item at a house, warning of community anger and personal trouble for the writer.
The Pekin theatre presented a crowd pleasing event on Monday featuring famed British regiments and their battlefield exploits. Patrons enjoyed comfortable seating as the display highlighted British arms and valor, drawing a good audience.
Fort Pitt farmer Harry Decker was fatally injured after a moving eastbound passenger train at Sage or Sngling depot struck him. He had been drinking and attempted to board the train, slipped, and was dragged under the wheels. Local witnesses Norman Swift and Win Cryne helped remove him, and authorities rushed aid as Decker died from the injuries.
A small gathering at the Ayers home celebrated a wedding with Mr J. H. Watt in attendance. The evening featured a simple surprise by interns and a calm, affectionate reception.
Town football club hosts a tenth annual dance Friday night in Wood's Hall to boost morale after many players joined active service. Executive meeting at the club appointed E B Howell as treasurer. men from the 9th O.M.R. displayed decent play on the Exhibition Grounds, with soldiers and locals in a drawn match.
The April meeting at St John’s Church discussed the vacant incumbency. Telegrams were to be sent to Mr Macnamara inviting him to take the post immediately as permanent incumbent. The session was presided by Archdeacon Lloyd with a fair attendance and votes on the matter.
Lloydminster United Municipal Hospital Board met March 14 1915 at Overseas Club with H C Lisle chairing. They approved paying suspected smallpox case expenses 2 dollars per day to Pallot and discussed housekeeper resignation and sewing machine for hospital use. The janitor noted, and salary questions were deferred. Visiting committee named Walker and Hussey.
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