District court sits as Judge Doak opens term
Judge Doak, newly elevated, presided at Melfort district court with a light docket of minor cases. Proceedings included adjourned appeals for Saskatoon Lumber Co. and several wage and debt actions, with witnesses from Pleasnotdale and a mixed result for Bowes v Coyle and others. Birth notices record a son born to Mr and Mrs Munger.
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Doak
Prince Albert
Mde
Melfort
McN
Stewart
Saskatoon Lumber Co
Long
Pleasnotdale
Arthur Bowes Ve. B. Coyle
Coyle
Bowes
O. D. HA
A. Men. Stewart
Alex. Bennett
John Pratt
M. d. Cousiness
Costa
B. Goodwillie
H. Homophries
F. A. Sandford
Bia
F. Bb. Godwillie
Aod
D. Hill
Quiet Winnipeg Wedding Unites Hugh Macarthur and Ella Campbell
A quiet wedding was solemnized at the Manse of Rev. James Gordon in Winnipeg on Monday January 12. Hugh Ai Macarthur of Melfort and Mise Ella Campbell daughter of Davoan Campbell of Uxbridge united in marriage by Rev Bert McCutcheon. The couple arrived in Melfort Thursday to a warm welcome and will reside on Broadway with Mrs Macarthur at home after March 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Gordon
Ralph Connor
Winnipeg
Hugh Ai ¢ Maccarthur
Melfort
Mise Ella Campbell
Davoan Campbell
Uxbridge
Bert McCutcheon
Macarthur
Broadway
License Holders Ignore The Law In Town
The town reports most licenses expired December 31 and must be renewed. By Monday night no milkmen or others had renewed for the year, risking fines and magistrate action if officials pursue noncompliance.
Cockshutt Plow Chooses Melfort as Northern Centre
The Cockshutt Plow company designates Melfort as its distributing point for Northern Saskatchewan with Stewart & Keddy handling business there. The move signals growth for Melfort and anticipation of railway development boosting Carrot River valley commerce.
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Cockshutt Plow Com
Melfort
Saskatcebewan
Jweieide
Mies
Stewart & Keddy
Cockshutt
Melt Melfort
Carrot River
Waeke Melfort
Privates Chance for Gold Button in Weekly Shooting Event
A 47 point score won the top prize at the week ending duals shooting competition at the artillery. Sergt Mauro claimed the prize, with private Day noted for good marksmanship among rank and file. Officials barred all officers and NCOs from future competitions due to their superior marksmanship.
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Artory
Sergt. Mauro
N.O.O
Tiurell
Oll
Bunty Palle the Strings Show At Melfort Monday Night
Sale of seats for Bunty Palle the Strings at the Melfort two ball on Monday proceeds at a home store. Event details are partially garbled but indicate a live performance and ticket availability.
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Bunty Palle
Melfort
Yue Ay
Melfort Voters Back Real Live Brass Band
Town council agreed to organize a municipal band after a deputation of local musicians pledged services and 8600 in instruments were to be financed by the town at half price if the group proves permanent within three months. The deal includes a salaried leader after three months and potential purchase of instruments.
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Melfort
Walter Aikenhead
Aikenhead
A. E. Wild
I. A. Mousees
Gratis Ss
New Blood
Weaver
Couns. Dawson
Keddy
Stewart
Conn. Wright
Kinistino Herds Metros In Lopsided Hockey Bout
Hearn led local scores as Kinistino overwhelmed the Metros 21 to 4 after a rough seven minute start. Lineups showed Craig Mackie Jameson Nevison Montgomery Jacobs Lowrie Naylor McFarlane Hearn with R. A. McCallum refereeing and Rube Lyle as judge of play.
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Moon
Hearn
Kivistino
Kiuistivo Ual
Craig Tml
Town Meeting Aims at Supporting Melfort Band
A town meeting is planned for Friday evening in Melfort to discuss aiding the town band. All interested residents are urged to attend and contribute.
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Ordauine
Melfort
Presbyterian Church Notes Sunday Programs and Choirs
The pastor preaches Mary the Mother of Jesus Sunday morning at D1 and speaks on Where Is Kolegt Burns in the evening at 7. Anthem and solo planned. Choir practice Friday evening. No prayer meeting this week.
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Mary
Jesus
Kolegt
Melfort Curlers Win In Friendly Night Match
Melfort curlers defeated Birch Hills players in a two rink friendly game last night. Scorers included W Wool AB Graham Giles Loggin 11 Seen 18 and EB Haat JD A Wylie A McN Stewart N Besly W M R McCrarken RB Sutherland.
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Melfort
Anoc Sefel
Birch Hills
G. EB. Haat
A. Wylie A. McN
Stewart
N. Besly
M R. McCrarken
Sutherland
Mrs Tait Hosts Charity Tea for Hospital Aid Society
Mrs W Tait invites ladies and gentlemen to a charity tea at her residence on McLeod Avenue this Friday afternoon. A cordial welcome to all with a voluntary contribution from 3:30 to 7:00 to aid the Ladies Hospital Aid Society.
Ice from Stony Creek Linked to Typhoid Cases
Dr. T. Spence, medical health officer of Melfort, alleges ice from Stony Creek caused at least two typhoid cases. He urges citizens to boil any ice water before drinking or cooking and notes the ice has long been banned by doctors.
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Coun
Dawson
Stony Creek
Boence
Owen
T. ©. Spence
Melfort
Volunteers Visit the Scenic Theatre
Melfort Volunteer Company members spent an evening at the Scenic theatre for a moving picture review on life of the British soldier and sailor. Soldiers in Highland dress impressed the men as they watched incidents from the program. The unit paraded in full dress uniforms to the theatre with a large audience.
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Melfort
Sypeom
Escape Attempt by Inmate Conley Ends with Arrest
An inmate named Conley attempted to break his cell door with improvised tools and a torn cot last Friday night. Chief Armstrong intervened Saturday morning, ending the escape bid as Conley woke and forced the pine door before yielding to authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johanie Conley
Chief Armstrong
Cooley
Danil
Cain
Conley Volonin
Town Hall Concert Supports Lady Minto Hospital
A full house is expected at the Town Hall tonight for a benefit concert in aid of Lady Minto Hospital. A local talent program will be presented, followed by a report on the hospital’s progress over the past year. The institution is financially stronger, nearing debt freedom, with urgent funds needed for waterworks installation.
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Wid
Lardy Minto
Lady Minto Hospital
Runaway Cutter Team Collides Near Humboldt Hotel
Eyewitnesses say a cutter team pulled by a single horse, driven by Gerold Murphy, bolted from Main Street toward the Government road. The sleigh pole detached during the crash, throwing the driver to the ground near Humboldt hotel as the horses dashed into another team on the roadside.
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Humboldt Hotel
Browlside
Gerold Murphy
Borrows
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