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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 08, 1897
Page
1
The Herald urges Manitoba to adopt a Tribune suggested convention to fix a date for reform. It argues free rights under British rule require open market policies and prompt farm cooperation, calling on farmers and others to back initiative and collective action.
On Saturday October 2, 1894, prairie and bush fires spread from a farmer’s stacks into Bagot and surrounding areas. The blaze destroyed McMillan Bros. elevator and boxcars, a blacksmith shop, stores, stables, and several residences. About 20,000 bushels of wheat stored in the elevator were lost. Losses include Lowrie and Walden properties, with insurance and specific figures noted. Section crews cleared tracks. trains resumed after delays. Dozens of deaths and extensive stock losses reported across Poplar Point, Reabur, Burnside, Marquette, Batsejour, and nearby districts. Winnipeg Tribune fund begun for relief.
The piece argues export prices are set by few, likened to poker on a vast scale. Wheat bears and bulls trade on paper not on elevator stock, shaping market swings. It denounces speculative manipulation and links it to the pit of the grain exchange and the fate of farmers.
The note describes Baldur market complexity with north Greyboro and Glenboro links, twelve market layers, and farmers delivering loads to Baldur elevators while grades shift next day. It questions farmer endurance and mentions Stim Livingstone, a western pioneer, dying in Calgary, with Orge speaking hopefully of outcomes.
Principal H Ears presents McGregor School data for September showing enrollment, aggregate attendance, and daily averages across rooms. Notable standings list Second and Third class certificates for students including Winnie Worth, Lene Murdech, Ethel Merrick, Sarah Hay, Ivan Maclean, Willie Cairns, Bella Muir, Oscar Murdoch, John Watson, and others with varied scores.
Rev Mr Shea preached a well received sermon on Sunday September 19 and critiqued social dancing. A young man who died last Sunday is mourned with sympathy as he is likely to rise to prominence next time. Threshing near Rossendale nearly finished thanks to Mr John Thompson’s help. W Sager has swapped work and is on the hills doing gold work. Job Master Norman Johnston left Tue Winnipes for Manitoba University study. The Muskok Giant shows travel danger ahead. preparations urged.
The article notes 53 Canadian children were rescued and placed in homes across Canada in eight months. Christian ladies in Brighton and Toronto oversee the effort under Rev C W Water of Brighton. It is funded by offerings and urgently needs support. About 20 children remain in a temporary shelter, ages ranging from 2 months to several years, awaiting adoption. Information about the work is being sought at the provided address. The piece ends with a brief mention of the new Spanish cabinet assuming office.
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