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Newspaper
Outlook
Location
Outlook, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Oct 16, 1914
Page
1
Reports describe heavy bombardment with massive 1 inch guns battering outer fortifications. City abandoned to save historic port and its estates as German aviators drop bombs on nearby districts.
The Red Cross Society acknowledges contributions from C. B. Mark life member $25 Mrs 7 3 Partridge woolen jersey and a friend material for six sets of pajamas. The concert on the 9th netted $86 and the society holds a $155 bank balance. Inquiries to officers for work or contributions.
Creswell Bros. toil on Section Twenty in four hundred acres of breaking for seeding. Heavy rains last month boost crop prospects for next year as soil work speeds. Grain Association members expect flour supply soon. G W Delisle offers cabinet for bucky key holder. Noggles rents Alex’s farm south of town.
The Red Cross Patriotic Concert featured Jeanne entertainers with strong audience participation in choruses. H. M. Nelson thanked the public, noting the program's patriotic songs and help from Signor Castiglioni Madam Castiglioni Mrs Seltzer and Piper W W Stewart. Accompanists were Mies Gibb and Francis Sutton. Net proceeds surpassed 150. The Girls' Guide club managed ticket sales and ushers in white outfits, aiding a smooth event.
Government orders aliens from war countries to surrender arms or explosives within ten days and bars sales to them. Penalties include 2500 dollars or up to three months in jail with confiscation. Authorities may search premises and enforce firearm carrying laws.
The October issue from Woodstock Ontario editor W J Taylor highlights a Canadian Canoe Race on the Lierre and Ottawa Rivers, a two hundred mile over sixty hour event. The issue leans toward game hunting stories including How 3 Turned Out Lucky for One Bull Moose and An Unusual Hunting Trip in New Brunswick and Quebec.
Dr. E. T. Myers was unanimously chosen as the Conservative candidate at a well attended rosetown convention for the new Federal constituency of Myers. No other name was nominated.
The Methodist congregation began laying the foundation for a new church on the corner of Source and Prairie streets. The lot, purchased at town founding, will support a 40 by 24 foot structure slated for occupancy within three weeks.
A clipping from The Allan Tribune discusses debt collection for The Outlook subscribers. It cites a case where a paper addressed to a reader could not be delivered due to nonpayment since 1911, totaling 3.35 dollars. The notice urges payment, court costs, and warns against evading payment, advocating fair settlement.
The executive committee of St Andrew’s Young People’s Society met at the Presbyterian church to announce the season’s first gathering on the 19th at 5 pm. Rev A Young will give a public talk on England’s naval heroes focusing on the defeat of the Spanish Armada. Refreshments will follow. the event is open to all interested attendees.
The Normal School will open first and second class certificate training sessions in Regina and Saskatoon on January 4. Third class sessions start the same day in Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Yorkton, Moose Jaw, Swift Current, Weyburn, and Estevan. Graduates and holders of first teachers diplomas or equivalent standing will be admitted to the first class without prerequisites.
A carload of apples is expected to arrive about October 23 and will be sold while stock lasts at prices of 1.25, 1.60, and 61.75 per tile.
Dominion Government schedules relief points with times for Oct 21 to Oct 28. Locations include Macrorie Newtank Beboo Dinswore Wiseton Hughton Elroser with 7 am to 10 pm windows and note on early arrival for those needing aid.
To the ratepayers of Fertile Valley Municipality No 285 all arrears of taxes must be paid by October 20, 1914 or forfeiture of land in default will follow. C W Ferry treasurer Bee
Notice from Regina Saskatchewan department of Municipal Affairs that Bylaw 284 of the Rural Municipality of Rudy regulates roaming at large or trespassing animals and is in force. Impoundment possible for violations. Dated Glenside Saskatchewan October 13 1914. J K Stokhr secretary treasurer Rudy No 284.
In the Surrogate Court of Mewne Jaw the estate of William Harman Tazewell, deceased of Broderick Saskatchewan, faces claims. Creditors must file full particulars by October 6, 1914 with National Trust Company Limited Saskatoon administrator, verified by declaration. Admins will distribute assets after this date to those with timely notice.
Omar Letchiecq was convicted of manslaughter by a jury in the Swift Current Supreme Court presided by Chief Justice Haultams. The charge concerned the murder of Emile Ordineas near Neville, with jealousy alleged as the motive. the accused’s wife testified after returning from Quebec amid domestic discord.
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