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Newspaper
Lloydminster Times
Location
Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Mar 18, 1915
Page
1
Empire reports the Dresden as the latest German raider victim with a 27 knot speed, armament of four 2.1 guns, and a crew of 361. She is noted as a sister ship to the Emden, which Sydney sank earlier.
A Lloydminster United Municipal Hospital Board meeting approved paying Pallot for time and ordered a statistical report on patients treated since the hospital opened. The board also authorized admission without municipal orders, sent hospital constitutional copies to municipalities, named a Visiting Committee, and approved payments to several servants.
The Streamstown council notes March 8 at Bell Camp School with members Alsager Campbell McDonnell and W. The referendum on Township 62-1 was reported and bylaw No 19 permitting Free Range in 62-1 to begin August 1 1915 was read first time. A motion authorized Webster to start Coment Culverts manufacture and report later.
A Red Cross tea event drew a large crowd last Thursday with soldiers marching in and cheers for the officer. Proceeds reached 17.65 dollars including 1.00 from Mr Brandige and 0.90 from Mrs Rawle. The next tea is planned for March 26 at Alberta Hall hosted by Mesdames Rendell Everest Bellward and Spergeon Aston. Red Cross boxes are to be kept for three more weeks for extra funds.
Mr J J Stevenson notes a big rise in prices soon and urges farmers to increase holdings of adjoining quarter. Terms are easy and prices will not be too low. Demand for choice farm lands in this district will be tremendous, especially after the war ends, prompting farmers to plan ahead.
Fragmentary text mentions a hockey team and a stunt involving a nerve before a large audience. No clear names, dates, or places are readable to identify specifics or outcomes.
London dispatch reports Britain will maintain the blockade as Germany bears responsibility for the current crisis. The stance reflects a firm policy position amid ongoing tensions and a persistent wartime stalemate.
After weeks ashore on leave with an operation performed, Admiral Jellicoe and the home fleet have set to sea again aboard the Iron Duke. The move signals renewed British naval activity in the North Sea.
David Linton a homesteader near Leighton died while returning with lumber when his wagon overturned on Thorelay. A stake penetration caused immediate death. A half sister from Red Deer attended the Lloydminster funeral officiated by Rev. Bright. Linton had planned a larger homestead in the district.
London March 14 The War Office announces a heavy enemy counter attack Saturday afternoon and earlier minor attacks were repaired. Observations from the field and 1720 prisoners indicate German losses were very heavy and likely near 10 000 men in three days.
Fartowns Sask March 16. Mr and Mrs Rattan return from East town where they spent winter. Locals threw a surprise party but word leaked. Lively games and dancing lasted to the early hours. Farmers greet approaching spring as chores resume and Mr P Morgan seen on the skyline, signal of ploughing for Boring.
A meeting of the District Agricultural Executive was held last Saturday to review the prize list for this year’s exhibition. Attendees debated many aspects and approved several alterations aimed at improving the event. Special prizes will be awarded for cows with the highest butter-fat percentage, and extra classes will be added for wether lambs. A motion by Mr Hugh Hill to raise prize money by 200 dollars did not pass, but extra prizes now total about 70 to 80 dollars.
W B Holland left for Regina as Lloydminster delegate to the Saskatchewan Agricultural Society Conference. At Ottawa a cabinet meeting appointed Mr Peter Talbot to the Senate triggering a Lloydminster election for a Birathooona seat. Marshall town lots now on sale with prices at Hale's. A ratepayers poll favored joining Baskatchewaa over Alberta by 79 to 86.
Greening showcases the Invictus Shoe as a desirable footwear item. The retailer promotes high grade ladies footwear with a fine glaze finish and strong reputation, inviting customers to view the collection.
The third meeting of the Royal Music Council at Wellington on March 6 discussed tax rebates deadlines, road work, and finance. Councillors appointed Tyler Bros. as pound-keepers. notices on rebates and arrears were ordered. taxation for the year set at ten mills. borrowing authority granted up to 60 percent of municipal taxes and 75 percent of school taxes. road land acquisitions and grader repairs tabled. next meeting slated for April 8 at Liepdeinatr.
Prof J W Baton of Saskatoon University is billed to deliver a nation in the Alberta Hall on Friday March 9 on The German at Home. Baton has a wide reputed view as a speaker and the address will be of an interesting nature. A splendid classics program has been arranged.
Mr Mather, a noted farmer cricketer from Marshall who joined Kitchener's Army, is reported to have been killed in action recently. He was reputed as a fine player and left with Liegdminster's Arsteen ingent.
Alberta Hall drew the biggest audience yet for the Pierrot Troupe with a lively show. Despite a smaller cast than last year the costumes shone and stars like Miss Molly Metcalfe and Miss Everest drew applause. proceeds will aid Red Cross and Patriotic Funds.
A large crowd from the countryside gathered at the Pierrot event site amid restless crowding and noisy activity. Attendees appeared animated as they moved through the area seeking information and aid from organizers.
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