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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 21, 1917
Page
4
A contemporaneous notice urges national reflection on fifty years since Canada’s birth. It calls churches and schools to include the nation’s story in services and summer programs. Dominion Day, July 2, is proclaimed for nationwide celebration across denominations and communities.
Canadian farmers are urged to maximize 1918 crop potential amid worldwide shortages. The appeal, echoed by Lloyd George, stresses economy and full cultivation for next year as the war may not end this year. The message links home front effort to imperial resistance against the Germans.
A martial exhortation urges workers and soldiers across empire to uphold the line. It insists every full day of labor shortens the struggle and brings victory closer. Idle idleness lengthens the fight and risks defeat, urging citizens to perform their duties with vigor.
George Trail returns from the West and the lost coat is restored to its owner. Sapper Loftin Walden visits home, and W A Young family travel to Bagot with Miss Young returning to MacGregor. The Women Grain Growers plan a June 23 meeting near Bagot. The Norfolk Sunday School Institute in Bagot on June 24 includes Rev G Dickson and Rev J I Walker with a lunch by local ladies.
Union Churches of MacGregor and Beaver announce next Sunday June 24: MacGregor services at 11 and 7, Beaver at 3, with Sabbath School and Excelsior Bible Class at 2 30 p.m. Membership open to youths over 16. a cordial welcome to all. Pastor Rev. J Irvine Walker. Sunday notices include 2 30 p.m. Sunday School at Pauls-Maclt and junior services at MacGregor.
Now is the time to get your woodwork repaired with special offers and ready service. Local shop urges homeowners to schedule before peak season.
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