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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 24, 1919
Page
4
All roads lead to MacGregor on Thursday August 7 for the annual exhibition and sports. Directors report cool weather should boost attendance with animals and farm products on display and a basedat program featuring men and ladies teams. A Home for the great war is planned with a salute to local soldiers and sailors who served.
A Sunday peace and union service drew a large crowd at the town church. The evening program featured remarks on faith and endurance, with a choir performance and solos including In Flanders Fields and Long Live the King.
The town records the death of Arc Wilfred Fleming, sixteen year old son of Mr and Mrs Isaac Fleming. He fell ill midweek and was hospitalized. he grew worse and became unconscious in the early hours of Sunday before passing away.
Archie Samay died after a concussion in a boating accident. Funeral services were held at his home and MacGregor cemetery with many district residents paying last respects. Floral tributes and a large turnout reflected community sorrow for the beloved young man and his grieving family.
An unnamed sender expresses sincere thanks to the community for condolences and kindness shown during a bereavement. The message thanks those who offered support, meals, and sympathy during the loss of a son.
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