Saskatchewan Depot battalion to be discharged by mail
Orders issued by Lieut.-Col. G C Hodeon announce that members of the 1st Saskatchewan Depot battalion on harvest leave will be discharged by mail and need not report to demobilization centres. Ottawa communications outline the discharge process as forms are shipped from the capital, with demobilization to begin soon. Conditional leave men may also be discharged without reporting back unless they seek a pension.
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Saskatchewan
G. C. Hodeon
Ottawa
War Savings Stamp Campaign Inaugurated By Government
Announcement states that the Government will sponsor a War Savings Stamp drive with a total repository aim of 50 million dollars. The first stamp is issued to the Governor General. Stamps redeemable in 1924 will be sold at a rate yielding about 4.4 percent compounded semi annually or 5 percent simple. Five dollar stamps cost four dollars in late 1918 and rise monthly. redeemed at 85 cash after five years. Thrift Stamps will be issued for lower amounts, exchangeable for a five dollar War Stamp after collecting sixteen. The plan is expected to benefit the people and the nation.
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Hia
Remembering the Heroes at Home Poem by B B
A lyric poem laments missing loved ones as soldiers go to battle. It honors mothers and wives who risk and endure separation, while soldiers fight abroad and readers are urged to remember heroes at home and pray for them.
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Asahe
B.B
Bavarian Premier Eisner Signals Possible Independence Move
Kurt Eisner declares preparedness to bear all consequences of a clash with the German empire. He hints Bavaria may be forced to act independently if the conflict escalates, signaling a potential shift in Bavarian policy.
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Copenhagen
Kurt Eisner
Bavaria
Berlin Dictatorship Not Tolerated Says Baden Minister
Haase minister of the interior of Baden maintains that the empire must be preserved while deterring any Berlin dictatorship. The Rhine provinces and southern Germany referenced as context for the nationwide stance.
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Rhine
South
Germany
Anya
Berlin
Haase
Baden
Crown Prince Knew War Lost In 1914
Crown Prince recalls during an interview in early October 1914 that he foresaw war and sought peace even at great cost but was ordered to stay focused on commanding his army. He mentions attempting to persuade reduction of operations and cites his claim with proof.
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Crown Prince
Almacete
Foch Demands Remaining German Locomotives Ultimatum
London dispatch reports Marshal Foch issued a fresh ultimatum to German armistice delegates demanding surrender of the remaining locomotives. Matthias Erzberger protested demanding a respite, and the ultimatum expired Monday forenoon with the outcome unclear.
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London
Marshal Foch
Germany
Mathias Erzberger
German Armistice Commission
For Sale and Help Wanted Ads From Maple Creek
A few grade shee rling rams priced at 15 dollars each offered by G L Hammond in Maple Creek Sask. A girl is sought for general housework five miles from town for 30 dollars per month apply Mrs F W Peecock Maple Creek.
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G.L. Hammond
Maple Creek
Sask
F. W. Peecock
Auction Sale Terms Are Cash Declared
Auction notice states terms are cash. J. W. Pendry is owner and A. O. Anderson serves as auctioneer.
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J. W. Pendry
A. O. Anderson
Canadian Agriculture Minister Eyes Steady Meat Exports
Hon. T. A. Crerar states peace will keep meat export demand firm. He notes Europe’s cattle shortage will persist for years and urges Canadian farmers to improve herds and flocks by careful sire selection to support beef and livestock prices.
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T.A. Crerar
Canada
Mr. Crerar
Ruling on Agricultural Society Meetings Amid Influenza
The Director of Agricultural Extension reports requests for guidance on annual meetings to be held between November 30 and December 20. Due to Spanish influenza, public gatherings are largely halted, so few societies can meet then. A two week written notice is required, and meetings after the financial year end may be recognized as regular if delayed by the epidemic.
Reeve Thanks Maple Creek Electors For Re-election
The undersigned thanks the people of the R M of Maple Creek No 111 for re-electing him to the position of Reeve for 1919 by acclamation. He expresses appreciation for the confidence and pledges to prove worthy of it.
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R.M
Maple Creek
No. 111
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