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Newspaper
Outlook
Location
Outlook, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Aug 22, 1918
Page
9
A satirical piece contrasts living costs with death charges. It notes a shave at 25e versus a dead man paying 85, a kersey coat at 6 25 versus wood at 6100, a grave digger earning five times a living wage, theatre jitneys priced against cemeteries, and a saloonman’s bite versus embalmer’s 12.50 fee. It ends reflecting on many expenses still in this world despite high prices.
Regina reports official word that the Royal Northwest Mounted Police unit known as the Riders of the Plains will join Canadian forces in Siberia. One hundred sixty men and 180 horses will deploy from Regina as expert horsemen are sought for a limited recruitment with shoeing and padders available.
Tenders for the janitor position at Outlook College must reach the undersigned by September 3, 1918. Work to begin September 16. The Board of Directors may accept or reject any or all bids. N Dalek, Secretary.
Exhibits must be prepaid and received by October 1. Up to 200 pounds may be sent per exhibitor, but high transport costs may limit. Inspections occur at Saskatchewan department. only high standard items go to Kansas City. Copies of exact go list available from Weeds and Seed Commissioner Regina. Canada Registration Board offers replacement certificates via central registrar Ottawa with full details.
Notice to creditors of Robert Pletcher, a farmer from Outlook Saskatchewan, who died around November 7, 1017. Claims must be sent to H. mer Neleon at Outlook for the executors. The court will proceed to distribute assets.
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