Move for Better Fire Protection in Melfort
A Monday town hall meeting in Melfort discussed reorganizing the fire brigade. Plans included a solo fire station at the power house with Captain G B Jameson and No. 1 chemical crew, plus a second company led by Donald McLaughlin and Harold Bailey in a new hose hall with No. 2 chemical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
No. 1 Chemical
G B Jameson
Mansell
Hatton
Donald McLaughlin
Harold Bailey
Melfort
Gold Button Shooting Prizes Won by Pte J McIntosh
The weekly shooting competition notes Pte J McIntosh securing the gold at the event. New regulations limit promotions to corporals, affecting rank advancement for non-commissioned officers. The contest results show 37 points, with leaders praised for accuracy and fair play within the company.
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Pte
J. McIntosh
Mny
Alrendanc Ely
Hospital Tea Event Draws Local Ladies
Mrs. Browne invited guests to the tearoom where pink carnation centers brightened a tea table. Assisted by Mesdames Clarke Whitmore and others, the event raised about twenty five dollars for a palptiel A and B.
Melfort District to Spend Large Sums on Roads and Bridges
The provincial government will allocate about $55,000 for roads and bridges in the Melfort district in 1914. G B Johnston, the local member, oversaw the plan to direct funds to projects with the greatest public benefit. Road work will be state supervised, reducing municipal control, and a list outlines numerous improvements and bridge constructions across towns such as Bagley Arborfield Star Spooner Tisdale and South Melfort, with several bridges costing from $4,000 to $9,000.
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Melfort
G. B. Johnston
Johnston
Fanda
Highway Commission
Board of Highway Commissioners
Roude
Bagley
Arborfield
Star
South Stary Ie
Spooner
Tisdale
South Melfort
Sooner
Nagle Paraiso
Tisd
Flé
Eleabri
Naisberry
Go Tt
High School Girls Demand Exercise
High school girls complain about lack of recess and facilities while boys fund a gym themselves. A school board member says plans will begin soon to provide adequate physical development opportunities for all scholars and acknowledges the need for female as well as male exercise. The board will review costs and options carefully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
High School
High Pla
Tar Moon
Hardwares Are Champs In Town Hockey Match
Hardwares rout Independents 10 to 2 demonstrating dominance in local league hockey. The Hardware lineup features five senior players as Nevison Hatton and others clash with the Independents despite a late playful piggilist stunt during the second half.
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Cock O
Hardwares
Nevison Aval Hatton
Hardware Independents
Jac Sbe Ouret
Zeutie & Jameson Rover FC
Curtix
Nalyor Crotte
Edne Krwoe to Marry James Avison at North Melfort
At four oclock this afternoon the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rush in North Melfort hosts a social event the wedding of Edne Krwoe to James Avison. A number of invited guests will attend the ceremony conducted by a local clergyman with reception to follow. The article notes guests arriving and the festive atmosphere of the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max
Rush
North Melfort
Edne Krwoe
James Avison
Message of Hope From Chevalier de la Corne for Melfort Pageant
Chevalier de la Corne recalls the 1754 Saskatchewan journey near Fort Paskovack and Fort Ala Corne, praising early exploration. He celebrates the upcoming 160th anniversary of agriculture in the western Canadian West, praising pioneers and the Melfort Carrot River festival and its promise for regional prosperity.
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Chevalier de la Corne
Melfort
Saskatchewan
Fort Puskovack
Fort Ala Corne
Hendry
Mother Earth
Canada
Carrot River Valley
Canadian West
la Verendrye
Headey
Saint Pierre
China
Indies
Golden Cathay
Columbus
Cartier
Wordler
Carrot River
Local Market Wheatyl Northern Movement in Organizing Clubs
Fragmentary note mentions Wheatyl Northern beat Othe Oe SOW, oats and feed oats with prices and a movement to organize places' clubs. Names and clear details are obscured but point to a local market update on agricultural goods and community organization.
Melfort Rinks Shine at Saskatoon Curling Bonspiel
Local rink from Melfort competed at the Saskatoon bonspiel meeting strong teams. Reported enjoyable play and notable shots by the Beweb and Clift squads despite departure challenges and windy conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatoon
Clift
Sielfort
Stag Party Bid Farewell To Bachelorhood
A Saturday evening stag party honored James Avicon with a lively sendoff for his upcoming permanent bachelor status. The gathering featured jovial revelry and friendly camaraderie among his many bachelor friends.
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James Avicon
Railway petition largely signed signals push for Melfort Le Pas line
The Melfort board of trade reports widespread support for starting construction of the Melfort to Le Pas railway. Settlers from Nipawin and the northeast bring in lists with hundreds of signatures, noting hardships and the need for transport and market access as spring construction nears.
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Reilway
O. K
Melfort-Le Pas Raway
John Theson
Nipawi
M. Thomson
Dad” Op
Metth Railway Committee
Board of Trade
Melfort Brass Band Reorganizes and Elected Officers
The Melfort brass band reorganizes with Walter Aikenhead as leader and new officers elected on Friday night. A practice was held Friday and another planned for tomorrow while new members with prior experience join, aided by promised support from the Jewish community if members prove capable.
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Melfort
W. W. Mansell
F.T. Jameson
Bert Fletcher
Walter Aikenhead
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Tiago
Avison
David Meter
Wohed
Mr. McCord
National Museum
Montina
Oon
Geamam
Lady Alinto Hospital
Tueaday
Mrs. Geabiaw
Mellor
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