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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 30, 1916
Page
5
A fragment outlines homestead rights under Canadian North West land rules. Prospective settlers may obtain patents after three years of residence and cultivation of fifty acres. A quota of $300 is referenced for process or entry, with official oversight by W. W. Gory C.M.G., Deputy Minister of the Interior.
Invitations issued for a Concerto and Dance on Friday April 7 in Foresters Hall under the Austin Girls. proceeds to aid Returned Soldiers. Also notes a March 31 ee-Dance, a Winnipeg Grand Lodge trip, and local social updates including a carnival at the skating rink with prize winners.
A large turnout from Austin, Sidney and MacGregor met to discuss a municipal telephone system. John Graham MP spoke to gather input and a six-delegate per village plan was set to urge the Telephone Commission for toll free, continuous local service. Austin delegates were named and a MacGregor meeting to appoint delegates was scheduled.
Church notices list services at Rexcursa Cucaca and other parishes with times and pastors. A wartime guest chorus, the Chums Battalion, promotes enlistment with Major HA Wise and Majors service, urging readers to join for transport arrangements to enlist.
A newly formed feature in battalion organization reports success with the 161st Overseas Battalion C.E.F. at Brandon. Known as the Chums Battalion, it operates under Lt Col G W Brace to recruit men to join the unit.
Hat Tray hosts received a farewell from Kes McCaskill as they depart the district. The visitors presented a gilt set including forks spoons plated tea service and a servant with deep regret for the parting. The note expresses warm wishes for ongoing health happiness and prosperity wherever they settle.
Forrestville residents report visits and movements including Ra Shay’s return from the East and Pte Percy Amers recuperating at Portage la Prairie. Local youngsters enlist with the 180th Winnipeg. A Red Cross fundraiser, a school tea and talent program featured recitations, choruses, violin and gramophone music, and a closing ladies tea.
A damaged social item mentions Sace the King and Mrs Wer donating money and an air on whale tickets at a gathering. It notes a winner to Mr Wer and asks for contributions to support the work, with figures around 20 dollars.
Public auction notice by Simonen Skat Gardener for a farm property in Portage la Prairie Manitoba. Sale Sunday April 9 1916 at 3 pm. 20 percent down with balance per sale terms to be announced. Property described as SE quarter of Section 12 Township 11 Range 12 West of the Principal Meridian. First mortgage held by George Menzies. Further details from Gardener's Solicitors Prairie Manitoba.
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