17 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Dec 17, 1908
Page
1
An investigation shows at least fifty school aged children expected after holidays with more likely. The board contemplates opening a new primary class on the east side of the truck to handle demand. Staffing changes and substitute teachers are discussed as part of a plan to improve instruction and organization.
Acclaimed mayor David Milne leads a municipal vote. Council picks J. B. Hewson Ward 2 and P. Robertson Ward 3 with majorities. School Board selections include W. J. Brotherton M. Esplin, TF Patt and others, noting unexpired term details and asterisked quoceletal candidates. Members listed for 1909 council: Milne, Huckvale, J. E. Howson, Spence, Collier, Robertson, Morrow, McKay.
The P Burns Co of Calgary plans a distribution point in Medicine Hat for goods reaching Swift Current and extending toward Calgary. A retail market with cold equipment and meat handling will be established. Calgary’s Stokie and Grand Forks’ Mr Hammer are involved. he may become local manager. The city mayor has not decided if the company will relocate here.
An effort will be made to publish The News several hours earlier than usual next week to provide the latest items and updated content for advertisers. The change aims to deliver timely Maine coverage and ensure readers receive the current notices.
Local merchants urge shoppers to plan ahead for Christmas purchases as trades, stock variety, and consumer access face constraints. Officials report on shop rounds and market conditions affecting gift options for residents seeking timely procurement.
The News surveys merchants stocking up for Christmas with gifts across departments. Chocolates from W. H. Doty’s grow in popularity while Medicine Hat candies highlight quality. Store displays feature toys, dry goods, jewelry, and novelty items from Bristak, House of Quality, J. H. Collier, and others. Shoppers find clothing, trunks, far more, with new clean department, dry goods, and fancy gift lines.
Messrs James Fleming and Billy Hamilton visited Calgary at week’s start to discuss a possible Alberta baseball league. No steps will be taken until the new year, but prospects for a six club league look brighter.
Messrs John Reid and Will Mitchell of Willow Creek visited Chicago last week after selling cattle there. They secured a large price for the beef and praised the treatment received at the stockyards by the Chicago market personnel.
The Star Theatre showcases a star attraction with vivid pictures and scenes worth viewing, drawing crowds curious about the featured act and show quality.
Stock Inspector J H G Bray reports shipments from Medicine Hat district have gone to American markets. Northern Railway moved 3229 head of cattle and 2500 horses this year through the port of entry.
Aeaw departure in business methods introduces a ladies only event at Brougham O Hara South Railway St on Tuesday evening. From 7 to 7 30 the store is closed to men. from 7 30 to 11 ladies may shop for Christmas gifts including cigars tobacco pipes and cases. Lady clerks will assist and many women are expected to visit.
The annual Christmas tree and entertainment will be held on December 22 starting at 8 pm. The program includes singing dialogues and recitations by church members. Parents and friends are invited and collections will fund presents for children.
At the annal t meeting of the local branch of the Ancient Order of United Workmen on Friday evening the following officers were elected Foreman R. McRee Overseer W. E. Porter Financier D. Milne Recorder C. Taylor Receiver T. Autchinson Guide P. Littleford Watchman W Houghton Q Watchman S Anderson Rep to Gr Lodge D Milne Alt Rep T Littiefond
John G. Endersby has been admitted to partnership by W. Hamilton of the Diamond Liquor Store and left the American Hotel on Monday to assume new responsibilities. The move strengthens the firm with an energetic, popular young man from Medicine Hat.
Fragment suggests Hollinger store sale at Christmas with price around 15 units. reader advised buyers to act quickly for better value, but details are incomplete.
Citizens of Medici host a farewell for Mr Lawrence at the CP depot as he departs Saske arsumé duties. A long list of local officials and friends express gratitude and wish him God speed while presenting a leather case and silver toilet set.
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