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Newspaper
Lumsden News Record
Location
Lumsden, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 19, 1918
Page
4
Local notice describes advertisement prices and schedule for The News Record in Lomedes Hack. It states 9200 and 0150 in advance, weekly Thursday publication, office on Semen street, and copy deadlines and line charges for multiple insertions.
The town contemplates transferring electric lighting to McGaw Dwyer Milling Co. under a bond financed purchase and monthly earnings share. The plan promises cheaper consumer rates and street light access, with the firm to operate the plant and supply power from its milling works. The current municipal system is questioned for efficiency and cost.
The Monday meeting notes council discussions on paying accounts for Electric Light Co and other firms, proposals to acquire the electric lighting plant, and a motion to empower the Fire and Light Committee to close a deal with the milling company. Nomination procedures for Mayor 1919 were set, and church services announced for Christmas week.
A long article describes dramatic renovations at a curling rink, including two new ice sheets under construction, a rebuilt club room with decor by locals, new wall panels to record honored members, a front foot rail, and a large heater. Attendees include Pete McLachlan and Will Spedden as skips, with players such as Chaplin Barton and Ed Cooney in attendance.
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