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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 26, 1913
Page
4
A heavy storm brought torrents and long rainfall, soaking ground and aiding crops. Report notes Red Fife wheat two feet high on Jos Moore’s farm south of the area, with favorable conditions for the season and nearby railways extending car traffic.
The MacGregor Agricultural Society Exhibition and Sports will publish prices with secretary Gilroy to receive by end of the week. Changes include five extra sections for Percherons and Belgians in horse classes and several new specials. A large sports program will start the day, with provincial attendance expected. Directors urge full cooperation and exhibitors to obtain prize lists and prepare entries.
A brief recaps Pratt's baseball game at home against Sidney opponents. MacGregor played for Pratt in Sidney with Dobbin and Nort contributing, while Livesley and McKelvy helped in the home effort. The report notes a routine round without significant impact on the Pratt Gregor lineup.
The Agric department plans a provincial plowing match near Experimental Town in July with varied specials and experimental tests. A revival of interest in plowing matches spreads across the west as cheap railway rates encourage many farmers to attend and enjoy the event.
Fort William man reported finding a fox furrow on Saturday where he unearthed three young silver fox pups. He sold the pups for three thousand dollars.
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