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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 12, 1917
Page
8
A fragmentary note from Stanley House records an assertion that superior optical service exists locally. It mentions a MacGregor event on April 16, with a gym or sports club planning activities, and a committee meeting about entries for lawn bowling and quoits.
A fragmented report outlines congressional actions to aid allies in World War I. It notes a Senate vote of 82 to 6 and a House tally of 875 to si, prioritizing practical cooperation with Allied governments, extension of financial credits, mobilization of resources, and increased military manpower. It mentions funding adjustments, taxation, and preparedness measures without naming specific dates or individuals.
A report from UD. A. Armstrong, teacher, lists average marks for Grades VI VET and VIII at MacGagor School. Pupils named include Eilen Hay, Dorothy Louise Spence, Janette McCarl, Evelyn Merrick, Ben Collier, Bessie McTiwraith, Selma Peterson, Will Fox, Maynard Moore, Stella Glover, Monica Sheldon, Minnie Course, Archie Fleming, Annie Turner, Mira Irwin, Marion Hay, Neva Huber, Leonard Lamb, Sybil Glover, Jennie Lucas, Hazel Hodge, Clifford Moore, Vida Palmer.
Forrestville reports 101 on the sick list this week as the school closes for Easter. Miss Quail Manitoba and Mr Johnson from Winnipeg plan further treatment in the city. A Thursday pupil concert and spelling contest delighted parents. Annie Price and Donald Greham won microscopes. Ladies served tea as the ladies' monthly L.O.D.R. meeting raised 160 for soldiers' comforts.
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